Packed out Halloween weekend. Sunday 1st November 2009, 11:58 AM
I know ive told a few people that i was off to see X factor this weekend in Wembley, which has been true but we didn't actually get in! Alex and Simon, both from Brighton came down to join us in London. they has some spare tickets which are valid if the VIP members don't show up. We were meant to meet them in London about 5ish but lines were down and bus replacement services took a lot longer than planned. Because of this me and paul were sent to the back of the queue with Alex and Simon 50 yards ahead.
When we got nearer the front they counted 30 people as standby with the cut-off just in front of us, we were told that it wasn't worth us waiting, so we visited Alex and Simon and stood with them. It got to about 6 and as the show started all of us were told we wouldn't get in since a lot of the VIP members had turned up. we was only waiting for an hour, but we felt bad for Alex and Simon since i think they were there best part of 3! we went in search off food and then went off clubbing with Alex till about 4am and headed home in good, but tired spirits.
Today me and Dee booked rock climbing with Paul and Ross and had a fantastic time. I was attached to Ross and Paul attached to Dee, at either end of the rope, and the midst of the rope at the top of the climbing route. I thought for sure if Ross slipped and fell i would for sure be catapulted into space, but surprisingly, i controlled Ross on the way down via a lever release system slowly lowering him down when he reached the top, even though he's a fair amount heavier than me, but a built like a brick!
It was great spending time with Ross but what i can gather, he still loves his ex, but had to break on distance terms. He wants to live somewhere besides the city and from what i can gather he's in that picture, not me. I have to show him what i have to offer, but most of the vibes are getting are mate ones, even in his texts...
Oh and also FINALLY bought my 350D SLR camera and playing about as you can see
You know I've been so busy lately, it's been utter clockwork from wake to sleep. I'm also going to squeeze in everything thats been going on recently...
-Ive changed jobs, and now love my work!
Most people know this but I thought I'd clarify, I don't sell anymore within my store. I am now part of the 'task team' I am the shop floor maintenance for the products, takng old products off and new products out. Also restore laptops, iPods, and it's nice, we have our own little (very) secure room with all the shop floor parts in. We are also responsible for major shop floor moves, alarms and technical stuff too . I have my own desk and currently listen to my music on a £1500 radio but that's only because we have nowhere to put it . I'm also responsible for marking down items too some of our extremities have been my camera for £80 panasonic FS3. Rrp £159, oh and yesterday we found a a brand new DVD/VHS combi for £14, and that was before we marked it down!
-I'm slacking too much on uni
I've said it before and I'll say it again, as usual I find it hard to get into my course, and learning about apache, a server software, is becoming tedious and I'm only in week 5 out of 10... Oops actually week 6, well I'm still reading week 5 hehe. Mind you after this course, should I pass I'm a fully qualified web designer woo!
One you get married there's not really much you can physically give to become closer? Think again.
Sadly my brother in law is on kidney dialisis and it has been a hard time for my sister, also for him especially being unable to leave the house overnight without taking a massive machine with him, whilst keeping all equipment as sterile and as clean as possible, need I say more?
Well... Turns out his wife (my sister) is a match for a kidney transplant so they both went into hospital a couple of weeks ago to perform the operation for my sister to give her husband a kidney! I was telling my niece who was very emotional that he'd be out soon and it was only a small thing, nothng to worry about. Until he had a stroke.
Weeks later we find out the kidney has taken 100%, and after much much time his stability is getting better. My sister is a emotional ball, and with her looking after 2 daughters and home life, my mum is helping out at hers while this situation is slowly sorting itself out. The main thing is the he's getting better, but its not going to be a fast process.
My dad has had a rough time too since he's got signs of being diebetic, and for someone who's had a practically a week off in a 35 year job, he's wound up about it. Last night I showed him how to check his blood glucose levels with a kit he's been given by the doctor, many thanks Alex for showing me at pride :p
My word, what a weekend! From leaving work Friday night to arriving home on Tuesday morning, I'm feeling pretty shattered. Me and Paul left from Victoria about 8, and arriving in Brighton about an hour later. From there we moved on a bar and socialized with the locals. The have a burger bar in Brighton , which I can remember the name of, something grub, good burgers but long queues. We didn't stay for too long since we where up early the next day to see the parade.
Saturday morning it was a bit of a rush getting up and out the door by 10:30. We proceeded to Weatherspoon's to get some breakfast, what you have to realise is the vast amount of people that where there led to extreme waiting times for jut about anything. Whilst having some casual banter over some morning soft drinks, we watched the parade provide some interesting, and some odd looking floats. We where on the first floor in Weatherspoon's so looking down, we could see all the internal workings. I'm assuming you had a better view fro ground level.
As the floats proceeded up the wet street (it was pouring with rain), I had the amusing imagery of 2000 queens, screaming as the fire engines, floats and anything on wheels slid back down the hill, lmao, I'm so cruel! . We ate breakfast and took a shortcut, through some back streets to Tristan's to change then meet the parade in mid flow stopping off for some drink along the way as well.
We met Alex, an amazing guy, who's outfit was a rugby kit, from head to toe, socks to ball, even studded shoes, well, I was enjoying the sight, which was amazing, he's older than me, and spent the day getting to know him, he such a sweet guy, generous and with his kit, had rather a lot of attention. I thought id try something a bit kinkier so I was in leather handcuffs, studded collar an even had a leash. Alex led me about as I held his rugby ball, by my leash which was incredibly hot. I waited with him for his bus at the end o the evening but getting to know him, he's an incredible guy, so relaxed and level headed,
After following the parade, we headed to the main park, where all the rides where, with tents, stalls, food, and a sea of people. Paul and Ryan had to pick up their stuff from Ryan's campsite, Tristan and Simon went their own way, leaving me an Alex alone for quite a bit. Partying in the wild fruit tent was fun, which we spent rather a lot of time doing. We must have swapped about 3 different crowds dancing with us. But overall most people where rather friendly. Alex wanted to go on the slides, which gave us a great view, but I got some friction burn on the way down! Grr!
More drinking, Dancing, and tons of walking later, we met Paul and Ryan then Tristan and Simon. We left the park and moved onto the main part of Brighton town. We had a few more drink in town although it wasn't amazing since the town was absolutely gridlocked, people where pushing, and the bars that where serving drink where rammed full of people so we just had one. Paul and Ryan where shattered, and Tristan and Simon wanted some time alone leaving me and Alex alone together again. We got a drink together and chatted whilst he where propped and poked by members of the public as well as his mates, he was by far one of the hottest in the crowd! I waited with Alex for his bus, he's got a cookie addiction, it's such a shame he's got diabetes, such a lovely guy. I realise he's used to it, and it's a normal life but I just felt sorry for him, every so often checking your levels, counteracting it with a drug if you've had too much sugar, it's just not a nice way to live. We had a nice chat and he's got a lot going for him, starting a new job, and chairman of a certain committee. We had some things in common, including the same type of guys, but not in me, shame.
After an uncomfortable nights sleep in Tristan's car, we stumbled to get some breakfast. Me, Ryan and Paul had to sleep in the cars since Tristan's parents couldn't let us stay another night, so wasn't the most ideal plan, and I didn't feel too good in the morning. We went shopping as I ate whheey too much, full English breakfast, then a paste bake pot, then a smidge of a donut, I don't know where I put it all! I got a nice black and grey hoodie, although I had no money, and Paul also gave me a really nice top with the male logo on that he bought for me in turkey, is a great fit!
We left Brighton Sunday afternoon and headed to London, all pretty much sleeping on the train. Paul seemed to be dozing in and out, Ryan the same, and Simon was out the same as me. We pulled into London Bridge, where I said bye to everyone and headed to Simons (a different Simon) house party. It was a great time and some lovely friends that Simon has, although wasn't too pleased when I got mistaken for ‘help' since the majority of the people where over 30. Simon employed two younger people for the party to dish out food and drink. One of Simon's friends asked me if there were any more cava in the fridge, I firmly replied “yeah, it's in the fridge mate”, only realising what he had done, I almost felt embarrassed for him.
Simon let me DJ in the evening as most of us boogied uncontrollably into the next day. It was great of him to offer to stay the night, and although he did employ help, I helped out some of the night since Simon with about 50 people to entertain isn't easy! Anyway I really want to thank Simon to one of the best house parties I've ever been to. As I came home shattered thinking it where all over, Chris invited me for an evening out, which I hesitated but I'm so easily persuaded! after a night on the town, with some drinks, karaoke, and dancing, we got home at 5am this morning and after spending a day doing absolutely nothing, work doesn't seem such a chore!
. I have my own desk and currently listen to my music on a £1500 radio 
but that's only because we have nowhere to put it 
. I'm also responsible for marking down items too 
My word, what a weekend! From leaving work Friday night to arriving home on Tuesday morning, I'm feeling pretty shattered. Me and Paul left from Victoria about 8, and arriving in Brighton about an hour later. From there we moved on a bar and socialized with the locals. The have a burger bar in Brighton , which I can remember the name of, something grub, good burgers but long queues. We didn't stay for too long since we where up early the next day to see the parade.
As the floats proceeded up the wet street (it was pouring with rain), I had the amusing imagery of 2000 queens, screaming as the fire engines, floats and anything on wheels slid back down the hill, lmao, I'm so cruel! 
After following the parade, we headed to the main park, where all the rides where, with tents, stalls, food, and a sea of people. Paul and Ryan had to pick up their stuff from Ryan's campsite, Tristan and Simon went their own way, leaving me an Alex alone for quite a bit. Partying in the wild fruit tent was fun, which we spent rather a lot of time doing. We must have swapped about 3 different crowds dancing with us. But overall most people where rather friendly. Alex wanted to go on the slides, which gave us a great view, but I got some friction burn on the way down! Grr!
We got a drink together and chatted whilst he where propped and poked by members of the public as well as his mates, he was by far one of the hottest in the crowd! I waited with Alex for his bus, he's got a cookie addiction, it's such a shame he's got diabetes, such a lovely guy. I realise he's used to it, and it's a normal life but I just felt sorry for him, every so often checking your levels, counteracting it with a drug if you've had too much sugar, it's just not a nice way to live. We had a nice chat and he's got a lot going for him, starting a new job, and chairman of a certain committee. We had some things in common, including the same type of guys, but not in me, shame.
After an uncomfortable nights sleep in Tristan's car, we stumbled to get some breakfast. Me, Ryan and Paul had to sleep in the cars since Tristan's parents couldn't let us stay another night, so wasn't the most ideal plan, and I didn't feel too good in the morning. We went shopping as I ate whheey too much, full English breakfast, then a paste bake pot, then a smidge of a donut, I don't know where I put it all! I got a nice black and grey hoodie, although I had no money, and Paul also gave me a really nice top with the male logo on that he bought for me in turkey, is a great fit!
We left Brighton Sunday afternoon and headed to London, all pretty much sleeping on the train. Paul seemed to be dozing in and out, Ryan the same, and Simon was out the same as me. We pulled into London Bridge, where I said bye to everyone and headed to Simons (a different Simon) house party. It was a great time and some lovely friends that Simon has, although wasn't too pleased when I got mistaken for ‘help' since the majority of the people where over 30. Simon employed two younger people for the party to dish out food and drink. One of Simon's friends asked me if there were any more cava in the fridge, I firmly replied “yeah, it's in the fridge mate”, only realising what he had done, I almost felt embarrassed for him.
after a night on the town, with some drinks, karaoke, and dancing, we got home at 5am this morning and after spending a day doing absolutely nothing, work doesn't seem such a chore!