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Hi all, well am finally on holidays, have done both grads at school and locked away all the good stuff at school from the burglars! Last night we had our year 7-12 graduation. It was very sad to see my year 12's go, who I had taught from year 7,  a few have also been with me in the musical bands. It was lovely that my two favourite students (I know you're not supposed to have favourites, but these two boys are special) come and give me a hug at the end of the night. It was also very touching that a lot of parents wanted to talk to me- in fact they were lining up!! Going to miss those kids a lot! Only a few more sleeps till Christmas- this year we only have a small gathering of Kennedys for Christmas- only 31, and we are all heading up the road to Michael's. On Boxing Day, the Da Rozas have invited them over to their place to celebrate the season, with a couple of other good friends. Tomorrow night is our traditional Kennedy Christmas drinks here and I have been madly cooking these past few afternoons after school. I think I am on schedule, but my apprentice chef, Clare is sure to help. I got a lovely surprise from my choir tonight after our last concert, they gave me a huge bunch of flowers to thank me. It was very nice, and I shed a few tears. Well that's about all, have managed to get all my Christmas shopping done in between, choir concerts, graduations, and concerts at school. Phew! Am I glad it's holidays, these last few weeks have been exhausting. Will try and ring you all on Christmas Day. Love you, Annie