Saturday 11 August 2018

Oh, I would like to be beside the seaside

You think you're tired?
July was such a busy month, what with workshops and spoken word events and book launches, not to mention day-to-day work stuff. I had hoped August was going to be a bit gentler, but here we are on the 11th already, and I feel I'm still playing catch-up. Not that I'm complaining; I hate it when I haven't got a deadline looming or a target in my sights.

Even so, I could do with a holiday. I've got one coming up soon, so don't feel too sorry for me. I'm trying to get four weeks' work done in three (because freelances never just disappear into the sunset), but at least it's quiet at home at the moment, because Mr Thorley has gone off on his golfing jolly with his chums. This has left me with the dubious honour of caring for the tropical fish and keeping on top of the allotment picking.

All of which means, I have little to report of any interest, except that on Wednesday I distinguished myself at dancetheatre rehearsal by ripping my trousers through over-enthusiasm in the warm-up routine. I tried to keep my back to the wall as much as possible, but in the end I gave up all attempts at modesty. Good job we're close friends.

Did I mention I need a holiday?

8 comments:

  1. You probably wanted new jeans anyway...right

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  2. Oh, how embarrassing! I'm trying not to laugh, really I am.:-)

    I hope the tropical fish thrive, and I hope the allotment gives you wonderfully delicious produce!

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  3. It's good to be busy, Julia, but I hope you enjoy that break. Sorry to laugh at the thought of the trouser rip!

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    1. Thanks for stopping by, Rosemary. I shall by new trousers and take them to Cornwall with me.

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  4. Enhtusiasm tops embarrassment every time!!! I hope your vacation finds you somewhere you can be just as enthusiastic about! Where are you going, btw?

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    1. I'm off to the south-west, where there's plenty to enthuse about. Thanks for taking the time to comment, as always.

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