Freddy

Hi Alison

Thanks for bringing Freddy round to play today. I think he enjoyed having a playdate and being in a new place. Maybe next time he won't even have to wear a halter outside. I thought he was so awesome, just hiding in places and then strolling out around the house.

lots of love

Rosie XXXXX

Hectic Social life

Hi Daddy,

It is so busy here without you. I had two nights out at Oasis and then after arriving home last night, had Carolyn round for music and then out to Mel and Matts. I got to sip the Parrot Beer.. it is quite strong tasting.. bit strong for me but it looks a lovely colour in the glass. Matt is selling it everywhere. He, and Matt and Matt have an order for a super market! And Mel has been travelling all over the place hosting events for a client. They are just so busy now also.

I hope you will be on skype when you get to Oxford. I'm sorry your computer broke down in India.

lots of loves and cuddles

Rosiepo XXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Stormy weather

Hi Julian and Sabian,

I'm so excited about your coming down for the next holidays. That will be so cool. We had amazing hailstones here yesterday. I don't guess they will happen again when you are here. The tulips in the garden didn't like them at all.

Did you know that my daddy has gone away for ten weeks. He is in Jaipur today and then he is going to Oxford. I just miss him so much. And at the moment his computer has broken down and he isn't even on skype :(

lots of love

Rosie po XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Tiramisu Recipe

Tiramisu Recipe for 6/8 people

· 500gr Mascarpone cheese (approx. 1 lb.)

· 3 eggs yolks NO WHITES

· 2 packages savoiardi lady fingers

· 4 tablespoons of sugar

· 2 tablespoon of cocco rum

· 12 cups of espresso coffee, espresso sized cups

· 4 tablespoons powdered unsweetened cocoa

Preliminary Steps:

Bring all ingredients to room temperature.

Make the espresso and poor it into shallow flat-bottomed bowl and allow to cool to room temperature.

Separate egg yolks and whites.

Mixing:

In the mixing bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar until creamy white. Add mascarpone and 2 tablespoon of cocco rum and mix until blended. Leave this mixture in the bowl.

Quickly dip a savoiardo in the espresso bowl. To get the right amount of espresso on the savoiardi:

1) Lay the finger flat in the bottom of the bowl sugared side UP and immediately pull it out.

2) Then place each finger flat in the bottom of the pan sugar side DOWN. The savoiardi will quickly absorb the espresso.

If you soak the savoiardi in the espresso you will end up with soggy savoiardi instead of moist savoiardi.

Taste the first savoirardo spooned into the coffee (normally the coffee has to be without sugar). If it is sufficiently sweet continue. If not you can put a little quantity of sugar into the coffee.

Assembly:

Build a layer of dipped savoiardi across the bottom of the pan. If some of the savoiardi do not look 'dark' from the espresso, spoon a few more drops of espresso on the savoiardi. Any espresso left in the bottom of the pan will be absorbed by the savoiardi. Too much espresso will turn the fingers into a soggy mess.

Spoon a layer of egg/mascarpone mixture across the layer of savoiardi. Use about 1/2 of the mascarpone mix. The layer should be about 1cm. (3/8in.) thick.

Dip another layer of savoiardi and lay them on the mascarpone mix. Layer them as before, sugar side down. Drip espresso on the savoiardi that don't look dark from the coffee.

Spoon a second layer of egg/mascarpone mixture across the second layer of savoiardi. Use the remaining mascarpone mix. The layer should be about 1cm. (3/8in.) thick.

If you want you can build 3 layers putting the savoiardi in vertical/horizontal/vertical position. This looks great.

Sift cocoa on top of the second mascarpone layer. Scoop a tablespoon of cocoa into a small sieve. Hold the sieve over the tiramisu and tap the sieve on the side with your finger. The cocoa should sprinkle down in an even layer. Use this technique to cover the tiramisu with a very thin layer of cocoa.

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. The Tiramisu will keep for several days if refrigerated.

Would you like a kiss?

Hi Laurie,

Remember this dog? He was in Hamner when I went there.. at the top of the hill.

I stayed up tonight and watched the opening ceremony for the Rugby World Cup. I loved the fireworks and the music. We have been talking about the Rugby a lot at school and get to take sides all the time. Pakistan doesn't have a team, so I just support the All Blacks.

Hope to see you again soon with Kara and Georgia,

love from

Rosie XXXX

Foot to mouth

Hi Carolyn

Thanks so much for being my music mate. I just love out time together.

You know you can have foot and mouth disease. And you can have putting your foot in your mouth. And here is monkey with foot to mouth, thinking.

See you on Sunday,

loves

Rosiepo XXXXXXX

Updates on my skills at school :)

Hi,

This term I have improved my skills. This is from my IEP review.

"Rosie has made good progress since her previous IEP. When using the Picture Exchange Communications System (PECS) she is able to choose a photo from her book, place it on the "I want" strip and then pass it to an adult. She will point at "I want" and then the item and will make an attempt at vocalising her request. Previously Rosie would only choose to play with the bubbles. She is now choosing other toys even then the bubbles are an option.

Rosie is more patient when waiting for her turn. She is able to stand in a queue out in the community and she will happily wait for her turn during a music or circle time session. Rosie is also showing an understanding of the word 'later' and is able to control her emotions when she is unable to access an activity straight away.

Rosie has developed some good strategies for controlling her saliva. She wears a sweat band on her wrist and will wipe her mouth when asked to do so. Rosie has also learned how to suck her saliva back by using a breath control device.

During meal times Rosie is able to eat independently, eat only her food and stay seated at the table until her meal is finished. She is also doing well at eating with others and in social settings. Rosie is friendly towards others and enjoys playing alongside her peers. She has a greater understanding of sharing toys. Rosie is also more away of when she has behaved inappropriately.

Rosie has been swimming three times a week this year. Her swimming has improved greatly and it is fantastic that she has gained skills that will help to keep her safe in the water. Rosie is able to swim more than ten metres with flippers on and can swim five metres without flippers. Rosie swims in an upright position when she is not wearing flippers. She is now confident to put her head under the water and float with her face down. Rosie can blow bubbles, kick with her legs and dig her arms to propel herself forwards. She relaxes on her back with a small amount of support from an adult. When attempting to jump into the water from the side of the pool Rosie steps with one foot rather than jumping with two feet together.

Rosie is left handed and should be encouraged to use her left hand when completing activities."