Some people have asked why I'm making this list of resources, specifically aimed at those working in the ELT industry. I say, why not? Isn't it about time there was a definitive list of resources available to ELT professionals? I'm hoping that, in time, the list will become invaluable to those of us in the industry and will help inform our practices, both inside and outside of the classroom. I've been thrilled with the response so far. This demonstrates to me that a list like

Is it too late to wish everyone a Happy New Year? Probably. But it's that start of the New Year that should signify new beginnings and possible changes. I'm now approaching my two-year anniversary of freelancing and although I thoroughly enjoy it, there are still some niggles that get me - like when is the next contract coming through? I'm at that stage of the year where I'm sort of in the middle of contracts. I am betwixt contracts. I am contract-less. Currently. This is not

Hopefully I’ll be able to get around to more regular blogging than the last few weeks, now that the move has started calming down. The bank holiday weekend was lovely. We had my Mum come and stay at the new place, and we went to visit a National Trust property called Basildon Park. Absolutely stunning! Thanks to the staff for getting wheelchairs for my mum so she could really enjoy the whole experience. Even riding on the motorised buggy to the house was fun. Even though I’m