Autumn days, scuffing over the leaves, foraging for conkers and acorns. That crisp start with a touch of frost in the air and the trails of aeroplanes dramatically criss-crossing the sky. For the first time in years, I've had the opportunity to participate in the 'school run', seeing the world from outside the school doors, watching its day through the eyes of parents and children.
No sense of urgency in the walk to school. Chatting, noting 'loads more leaves today but no conkers left.' Children pleased to see each other, giggling behind their hands, 'Look who's behind us.' Planning what to do at playtime and after school.
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