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Introducing TJ

Hi, my name is TJ and I'm 11 years old.  Welcome to my blog - Growing up with TJ. 
In my blog I'll take you on a journey through my life, discussing what I enjoy, what I don't like, what I love, places I've been, people I've met and all the stuff in-between.
It is an exciting time for me as I'm starting secondary school in September.  I'm feeling nervous as I heard it's a strict school with uniform and stationary checks! However, I am looking forward to meeting new people.  I'm also lucky because a lot of my friends from primary school are going there. I can't wait to keep you updated on my journey through secondary school.

Here are some of the things I do in my spare time:

1) Athletics, I am a member of Halesowen Athletics Club and I train every Monday and Tuesday. 
My ambition is to be a world class sprinter.  My inspirations are Shelly-Ann Fraser, Dena Asher-Smith and Usain Bolt. I'm currently in training for a competition at the Dell stadium on the 26 of August.
 Good luck to me!!

2}I really enjoy cooking. Sometimes I go to cooking classes at the Kid s Kitchen in Digbeth where we cook fantastic dishes and desserts. As part of my summer school challenge, I have to cook a meal for my family, which I am looking forward to doing.  I also bake with my aunty, who is a fantastic cook.

I also love eating out, it’s a treat that me and my mother do together.
17.08.18 we visited The Alchemist Kids meal at The Alchemist https://thealchemist.uk.com/venues/birmingham/


3}Drama. I am a member of the Young Rep drama group, which I attend every Saturday to learn new drama and theatre skills. Last year I participated in The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe at the Crescent Theatre. This year I will be auditioning for a part in Alice in Wonderland.


4}Guitar. This summer I did my grade one exam and passed with a distinction. I'm hoping to do just as well in my grade two exam.


Goodbye for now.

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