I originally wrote this as part of an application but I've decided to share it here as it seems particularly relevant in light of the recently announced general election... 2016 was an important year for me. I turned 16. I passed my GCSEs. I moved schools. My country voted on a referendum without me. At … Continue reading Votes at 16
Birthdays are rather strange phenomena. On March 23 every year, tradition dictates that I invite friends and family to serenade me while I blow out candles on a cake. In return, I get a card that is usually humorous and normally refers to the inevitable passage of time. I am then expected to spend the rest … Continue reading Seventeen
I was lucky enough to spend my February half term with a French family in the beautiful city of Lyon this year. I have been learning French for just over eight years but my grasp of the language still leaves a lot to be desired. However, it was truly the best feeling when I managed … Continue reading A Week in Lyon
Hi! How are you? My name is Sophie. Welcome to Wofie Claire. Let me introduce myself. First and foremost, I am a friend, a daughter and a sister. I am also a classmate, a neighbour, a leader, a follower, a teacher, an artist, a contemplator, a stranger and very many other things, some of which … Continue reading Hello and Welcome
