February 2011

We had Nicky, a Celtic entertainer from Titirangi, come to sing, play the flute and to perform some Irish and Scottish dances.

Everyone was invited to take part in the dancing so several residents got up and formed a circle. Those in wheelchairs were included to- they were wheeled back and forth to the music. A great time of revelry was had by all.

 Many of them have chosen to form chrysalises under our reception window and some have even taken up residence on the inside window frames. It has been a great source of interest for the residents, who have been spotting new caterpillars and watching as the chrysalis’s turn from green to black to produce lovely monarchs.

-Frances lead a small team of residents in a cooking group, culminating in some delicious honey bubble slice. All of the residents got to try it at afternoon tea and the feedback was very positive.

-Nina let us have a look at some of her Victorian dolls. The biggest one was gifted to her by a friend who works at "Auckland Dolls Hospital" recently. The smaller ones Nina has purchased from gala days over the years.