Yeas, I think it has been so long since I blogged that I haven't wished anyone in blogland my best wishes for 2007.

So what's been happening? Well, I was doing my probationary teaching year (which we do after being a student teacher up here) an it was a damn busy (but ultimately successful) time. It was also very enjoyable and it's a shame I won't be going back to the same school next term (although, due to a merger and radical changes, it's also a blessing I'm not going back - very long story!). I got myself a permanent job after a number of interviews, and I'm looking forward to starting in a couple of weeks. The new job is nearer Edinburgh than Glasgow so I'm moving a new flat - it'llbe weird leabing Glasgow after all these years. My girlfriend lives in Edinburgh so it'll make things easier in that respect.

The past year really has flown by, and it's amazing how much has happened - I completed my probation year, learned lots about teaching (and PLENTY about the politics in teaching), found a girl that can just about put up with me, and made some excellent friends. I wish I'd kept my blog up to date as there were so many stories that I could probably write a book.

It's been great having a relaxing summer. I had a faaaantastic weekend at T in the Park with some friends, and am just back from Portugal with Mrs Faaaantastic. We spent time in the Algarve, Lisbon and Porto. What an amazing country with lovely people.

Anyway, I hope all you folks are having a fine Monday.

F.