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I've had an extremely busy few days once again. Saturday is fast becoming the busiest day of the week for me at the moment, working two jobs on the same day. After grafting in our local supermarket in the morning, I arrived at a buzzing Newcome Arms. Portsmouth FC were once again playing at home, so the bar was full to bursting with supporters after the game.
In the evening my old College friend Garry popped in for a few drinks, reminiscing about the old days and updating me on the mini College reunion I was unable to attend a few weeks ago. By all accounts everyone had a good time; it's good they are all once again in touch, all through the power of blogging!
In the evening my old College friend Garry popped in for a few drinks, reminiscing about the old days and updating me on the mini College reunion I was unable to attend a few weeks ago. By all accounts everyone had a good time; it's good they are all once again in touch, all through the power of blogging!
My feet don't really seem to touch the ground as I run from one job to another and one event to the next. I find work and 'keeping on my toes' a great way to forget my troubles. On Tuesday of this week Mum goes into Southampton General Hospital, where she will undergo a full leg amputation. Mother has been here before, so she is well versed in the procedures involved, but understandably isn't coping too well psychologically. Working has helped me divert attention away from the difficulties surrounding my life encouraging me to channel energy elsewhere; a positive force for good!
After work on Sunday, Jason and I joined the rest of the family for a meal at John Jacques in Fratton. I don't get out too often at the moment, working every hour that God sends, so was glad of the break.
After a hearty meal, we walked the short distance to my Cousin Rachel's house, to see her new cat, Olive. After her first feline friend Mikey went missing a few weeks ago, she thought it was time to get another addition to the family; she is adorable!
After a hearty meal, we walked the short distance to my Cousin Rachel's house, to see her new cat, Olive. After her first feline friend Mikey went missing a few weeks ago, she thought it was time to get another addition to the family; she is adorable!
Monday is of course my volunteering day with Cancer Research and with Darrell back in Britain for a while, I decided to rope him into working with me and the team each week, until he goes. This Monday the shop was heaving, as the 'one pound sale' started; by the end of the day, Darrell like me was exhausted having made hundreds of pounds for this fantastic charity.
With Darrell's Mum suffering from the ravages of cancer, it seems fitting that he can do something to help all those coping with this disease on a daily basis. This is a charity I am proud to volunteer for and always look forward to spending time with everyone who works here. This is community action at work and I enjoy it. Feeling a part of a team is important for all of us, especially our wellbeing. Everyone who does their bit and plays their part feels the benefit of their input. It is also good for the soul to volunteer and it is the one constant in my life, that gives me a tremendous amount of satisfaction.
Tomorrow is another day, lots to do as usual. On Thursday I am off to the Southampton General Hospital to see Mother after her operation; I will of course keep you all informed of her progress!
With Darrell's Mum suffering from the ravages of cancer, it seems fitting that he can do something to help all those coping with this disease on a daily basis. This is a charity I am proud to volunteer for and always look forward to spending time with everyone who works here. This is community action at work and I enjoy it. Feeling a part of a team is important for all of us, especially our wellbeing. Everyone who does their bit and plays their part feels the benefit of their input. It is also good for the soul to volunteer and it is the one constant in my life, that gives me a tremendous amount of satisfaction.
Tomorrow is another day, lots to do as usual. On Thursday I am off to the Southampton General Hospital to see Mother after her operation; I will of course keep you all informed of her progress!
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