How Do We Help?

One of the very first blogs on this site was about whether we should disscuss the many taboo subjects in GB, that are becoming more and more common within society, such as drugs, alcohol etc. My view was that we should be encouraging the girls to talk about this in a safe environment where we can help them find the right path, and many people commented in agreement. The only problem is how do we do this. I very much doubt that the girls would bring up these subjects voluntarily, and a sudden disscussion I fear would only be met with embarressment and giggles from all! If anyone has any ideas or perhaps have even tried something within company please reply. Even if these attempts weren't 100% succesful we can all learn from each others' experiences!

We wish you a Merry Christmas... and a Happy New Year!

Apologies first for my poor artistic skills - maybe we should have a competition to see who can produce the best Christmas e-card?! entries into LinsayDC@aol.com.

Just to wish all you GB-ers out there a fabulous Christmas and a well-deserved break from school, work, GB, whatever!

Hope you have a fantastic time!!

Christmas is Coming...!

As we were preparing for our company’s nativity play here in Greater Manchester, I was reminded of one of my not so glorious moments – when I, very confidently shouted out the wrong line at a crucial moment of our school’s nativity play. I was 6 and was swiftly forgiven as I smiled sweetly at the bemused audience, but it is a memory that has clearly stuck.

Though it seems that the nativity play may be a thing of the past.

In the midst of the debate over the rights and wrongs of putting on a nativity play in a multi-cultural context, I am struck by the things that people are quick to defend – so much of what we treasure about the Christmas nativity play is actually nowhere to be found in any Bible I’ve ever read. And if that’s the case then what is really the big deal?

After all, it’s just a bit of fun isn’t it??

Do you think the nativity play is an important part of Christmas or are you happy for it to be scrapped?
What are your best and worst nativity play moments?