My Little Black Box

Long time, no see...

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 21:43:28 GMT

What has happened to me since July:

I graduated, looked all awesome in my cap and gown ^_^
Haven't moved into a new house
Haven't got a new job, still at Iceland
My brother is back from Afghanistan, safely :)
General things have been a bit up and down but generally ok

Things I'm looking forward to:

Nightmare on Saturday, last one ever. Should be good. Just need to sort out my shift on sunday :s
Christmas, in some ways. Never really been bothered about it but I got quite excite when Tom bought me a tree and some decorations and I started wrapping presents :)
New Year, no plans as yet but I always have fun, just want to make sure there is good company leading to good times :)
2010, hopefully lots of positivity and good points, including traveling, new house/flat, possibly a car, and more money

The second half of 2009 has been a bit unpredictable. Lots of things have just randomly happened that I wasn't really expecting, including my parents breaking up, which affected me quite a bit more than it should have done. Oh well, life goes on. I'm trying to be more positive, this may very well turn into my New Years resolution. I never really have one, but I think alot of improvements can be made by being more positive. I've met (and/or got to know) some lovely new people this year, some of which have become rather good friends quite quickly and I very much enjoy their company, if that be at a party (usually) or just being sociable. I'm still dancing, and it as fun as ever. Think I've improved quite a bit which makes me happy. Even doing a few freestyle routines now, which is alot of fun, even if I'm as graceful as a baby elephant, who cares :p it's fun. Hmmm... I can't really think of anything else I want to say so... TTFN xXx

It's been a while...

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 12:28:36 GMT

....so time to update.

Degree.... I passed! Woop! I got a 3rd, which I thought I would get so I'm pretty chuffed with that. It's better that failing, which several people on my course did. Not got my entire results yet but had a letter telling me my grade and a load of babble about graduation. So, yey, woop and all that jazz! No more full-time education for me!

Work... Well, since I have my degree now, the search for a 'proper' job is in full swing. I had a meeting with two fellows from a company who do websites and branding,etc. who might be offering me some freelance work in the next couple of months. They liked my style cause it was very different to their current designers style. They said they might be looking for a junior designer to train up once they get a bigger office and said they would consider me for that position too. This makes me smile. Quite alot.
I also heard back from another company I sent shiny C.V. stuff to. They do graphics stuff but also alot of photography work too. I'm quite interested and considering all of my final show work was using photography, I think they liked it. We haven't set up a meeting yet but hopefully in the next couple of weeks. They are also looking to employ a junior designer at the end of August and said I'll be working on graphics and photography should the position be offered to me. So, fingerscrossed, I'll get one of these.

In other work however, things seem to be going a bit downhill at Iceland. I've asked my boss for as many hours as he can possibly give me and he has given me two extra 4/4.5 hour shifts. Hardly seems worth it really. I worked a load of shifts t'other week cause one of the girls was off, I got on with it, trying to prove to Marc that I will work hard and get the job done etc and that I didn't mind the extra hours. his week he has dropped one of my shifts. So I'm working less that I normally would. Bit annoyed really cause I'm trying to save money, quite alot of money and Marc is giving my shift to other people. One of the girls who has been away for three months is now back and although she is my friend, I'm pretty sure she has been given my hours. Not a happy bunny. Need money so don't take my hours away. You know? So, I'm going to look for another 'this will do' job, probably in town, at a clothing store or printers or something. Gonna go down the job center and see what they have got. Then maybe check out some agencies. If Marc doesn't give me the hours I'll look for them elsewhere.

Life... The reason I want to save money so much is because me and Tom are hopefully going to get a house in October. Probably Sneinton. We need more room and space for all our crap and as nice as the flat is, it's only made for one person, plus I'm getting a bit sick of going back to my dads every other week to get stuff I haven't got at Tom's. I don't think it will be much different from the way we are now, seeing as I've practically been living with Tom for about a year here. It will just be more homely for both of us if we got a bigger place. Plus it means we can have the odd party and BBQ (if we ave a back garden) and people round etc. Plus I want a room with a pole in it :)

In other news... I've had my tattoo completed, had to borrow money from Dale but it's done so not distracting me from saving money for house-ness.
Can't really think of anything else that I need to update on... apart from saying to Kath and Del that they will be missed loads and that I hope to see them both again before they leave Nottingham. I will definitely pop to Leicester to see them both when they do move.

So, update completed...

Peace x

Just when you think things are getting better...

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 23:54:27 GMT

Degree... Handed most of my work in on Monday. Gave my dissertation to my lecturer to scribble notes all over for me to tweak tomorrow before getting it bound and handed in. Overall, I think I've done alright, as long as I pass I really couldn't give a damn what mark I get. Just want to pass. Please.
So, in about three weeks, after I've done my final show, I will be completely free from education. And I'm terrified. Big Wide World...eep. Proper job...ahhh! But also really looking forward to it.

Work... has been strangely ok. I've calmed down my 'I'm a rebel' attitude and actually made the effort to wear the damn flat shoes and take my piercings out. Although, my sleeve tattoo has shook them up a bit, hehe, I can't help keeping them on their toes. What will I do next?
I was given a long sleeved work shirt on Saturday to cover my tat. Only problem was it was an XL size. I tried it on and it was mahoosive on me! I couldn't stop laughing. Fortunately I didn't have to wear it, I look odd enough as it is hehe.

Home... hmmm. Home life isn't so good at the minute. My folks are kinda separating and I'm stuck in the middle. Dale's away so I'm the only child they can call and chat to, etc. I ended up telling them both last week to leave me alone so I could concentrate on my coursework. Mum left me to it. Dad kept ringing and asking to see me and ringing again and just wouldn't take the hint until I snapped at him. Things just aren't getting any better with this situation. I keep telling them to leave me out of it but they aren't.
I'm dealing with this and surviving but could do without the millions of phone calls from one parent then the other parent asking me what the other has said or done. Geez, just speak to each other. Goddammit.

Dale... is home on friday. YEY!!! I can't wait to see him (for many other reasons besides the one above). At least I know where he'll be if I need to talk to him... the Speak Easy. Besides going to Download I don't think he's planning on moving very far from the pub for the two weeks he's back. Really can't wait to see him. Need Daley cuddles :)

Other stuff... still really enjoying dancing. Itching for my own pole so I can practice but while me and Tom are in the flat there isn't really anywhere to put one. Wanting to practice routines and moves I've not quite got the hang of...
... quite enjoying the sun... getting more ink done in the next few weeks hopefully :)... Oooo, Paris is booked now :D yey, can't wait to go, me and Claire in Paris, woop woop. Speaking of Miss Claire, it is really nice to see her so happy at the minute. I know why that is and, well, you'd be smiling too :) I should hope to be back in social form so I can catch up with Claire as it has been a while since I've been concentrating on my coursework. But plenty of fun times ahead.

So, I guess there is more good than bad at the moment. Hope there is more good to come :)

xXx

Kitten says Mow xXx

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 01:13:01 GMT

I'm feeling a bit crappy. Everything has been getting on top of me at the minute. I handed in my Report for Uni on Monday and it was a huge weight off my shoulders, until I realised that that was the smaller piece of writing I have to do. Dissertaion still to write. Should probably be doing it now...

In other news, I seem to be getting ill quite a bit this year. Which sucks. Stupid bugs getting in my system. Blah!
Pole dancing has been good. Learning new moves and stuff. Need to take more photos and upload them on facebook. Trying to wrap my head around alot of stuff that's happening at the minute.

Thinking what to do with the money I got for my birthday. Going to extend part of my tattoo soon :) So excited. I've not had it done for a while. May use some of my pennies to go see my friend Hannah when she moves to Turkey. May use it to get a car instead. Depends what happens over the next month or so to be fair. Everything could change, then again nothing could. Want my own pole too. I'm sure there are many other things I want.

Completely off the subject, I've just started watching Heroes. From Series 2, cause Tom is rubbish and has lost the first series. But I generally get the idea. I'm enjoying it. A few long stories involved but didn't think I'd enjoy it as much as I am.
Also, I finally have Dungeon Keeper 2!!! It is so awesome :)

xXx

Stuff and Things

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:40:46 GMT

Hey hey, just an update on stuff and things going on in my life.

College- Really feeling at the end of my tether. We've been told that half of our course have failed there presentations. We aren't actually getting our grades back for this til next week cause our marking tutor is having them second marked by our dragon tutor who will no doubt make it more that half of us failing. I've only got about 8-10 weeks left of my course including my show and I just want it over with. I'm so sick of it. Bring on the summer.

Work- I wish I could leave. Unfortunately I can't afford to. They have finally given me a full proper uniform (after a year of working for them) and then they've said I have to take 3 of my earrings out, my nose piercing and my lip piercing out. Oh, and I can't wear my new rock shoes http://www.camden-boots.co.uk/New_Rock_8340_Purple_p/8340_purple.htm (these but black) cause they're not flat... huh? I work with frozen food and heavy stock. I repeat HEAVY stock. They want me to wear flat ballet pump type shoes... pfft? WtF!
To try and get around these stupid requests I've asked for the dress code policy, as I've been told there is a new one, this could be true as the old one has been taken down. I know there are rules and regs to go by but come on, the flat shoes get me, I almost laughed in my supervisors face when she said it. We'll see what the dress policy says when I eventually get it.

Life- Has been ok. A little drama but things are ok, good even. Really happy with the way certain things are going :) The above things could do with a happier turn but I guess things have to balance out good and bad. Never mind.

Unfortunately these bad things have ganged up against me along with general illness and stress and I currently have a fever, had trouble sleeping, got a sore throat and keep coughing and sneezing :( boo!
Feeling slightly better but it's been three days of sleeping as much as possible and swigging cough syrup. Hopefully I'll be better by the weekend. Actually want to work so I can get this dress policy and I may go out for a little bit to Assault tomorrow but it will depend how I feel. I missed dancing tonight, as throwing myself upside down really didn't feel like a good idea. Especially after I nearly blacked out on the tram on the way to college this morning :s

Anyway, enough of my blabbing. Hope to see people out soon xXx

In need of assistance...

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 01:18:17 GMT

anyone know where Me, Terri and Jenny can do a 'sleepover/pillow fight' shoot with Spike on 23rd Febuary? Let me know asap please xXx

Update on life

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 22:54:16 GMT

I'm actually exhausted.
Had my seminr at college today, which was.......well, it went better than I thought. My group changed our entire subject a week ago and basically blagged it. It turned out ok apart from me having to argue a point with one of my group cause he said modern day burlesque doesn't have 'real curvy shaped ladies involved', at which point I interupted and said 'ahem, if you have actually been to a burlesque show you will know the statement you have just said isn't true'. Then he apologised haha. So, besides that and our tutor being a particaularly hard ass bitch it went pretty well I thought. Made an effort and wore my heels, corset and pencil skirt and everything. It looked all pretty with all the feathers and stuff.

Also handed in my second main project, which I was quite chuffed with. I redesigned the AG logo for Apocalypse Girls, it was mainly so I had something I wanted to do for my project rather than actually redesigning it officially, but I was pleased with the outcome.

So all I've got left of my degree is my report, my disseration and my final major project (may have a few other bits and bobs in between). Doesn't sound like a lot, but it is. I just want to finish.

In other news, I did my first routine at dancing last week ^__^ don't think I'll remember it this week but it was fun. Was nice to do something different and actually put the moves I've learnt into a rountine. My friend Lisa is watching us this week cause she's interested in it so should be good.

All is well elswhere. Dale comes home soon, which is going to be fricking awesome. We're going to hang out loads and drink and boogie, etc. before he goes off to Afganistan. Plus, he's away for my 21st so we need to party like it's 1999. Gonna miss him loads.

Anywho, enough of my rambling, I'm going to eat, then sleep me thinks xXx

Stuff, Snow and the circus...

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 16:08:35 GMT

So, for the last few days I've been trying to finish my main project for college as well as only having a week to do research for my seminar which is on Monday. Last night I completed my main project to a sandard I was happy with and was reasy to hand it in this morning when I was informed that my tutor was snowed in so could get to college to collect our work haha!

I would usually be quite annoyed at this cause I've been working on it continually for these last few days but I actually find it quite amusing hehe.
I have to go into college tomorrow however to talk to my seminar group so we actually know what we're saying on Monday. Plus, I've got dancing this evening so will have to confront the snow at some point. I keep being amused by how the snow is affecting people. I don't know, a bit of snow and people go all funny.

In other news, I've decided I want to learn some circus skills. I don't want to learn how to talk to a crowd or make balloon aminal, etc, I want to learn the really cool stuff, like walking on stilts and arial silks and arcobatics and and that sort of stuff. Although, it seems the most popular place to learn these skills is down London way which is a bit disappointing as I could do with somewhere a tad closer. Anyone know where I can learn crazy circus skills?

Other than that, I'm quite chipper. Not seeing Claire for three weeks now. Going to get on with my c/w and relax a bit and generally faff, faffing is good. I'll probably be staying in for a few weekends though as funds are depleating quite rapidly.

Anywho, peace xXx

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 21:00:10 GMT

I've had quite a hectic week.

Monday- Went into college and sorted stuff out for my dissertation and projects. Then came home and watched Arnie films while sorting out research files. Then Buffy night followed by bed time.

Tuesday- Stayed at Tom's flat and did loads of c/w. Started my dissertation.

Wednesday- Went into college, spoke to an examinar about what I want to do after my course. Eventually got to speak to all of my seminar group about our presentation. Went for lunch with my mum and gran then went to the cinema to see Rise of the Lycans. Got back home and sent my questionnaire for my report out *thank you to those whose have done it, I really appreciate it*

Thursday- Spent the day doing more c/w. Then went dancing and then to the Circus of Horrors. I enjoyed it but it wasn't as good as previous ones I've seen. Still good though. Although a stupid women had a go at Claire for kicking the back of her chair even though Claire's foot wasn't even touching it.

Friday- Did c/w all day again. Sorted out my research files. Went back to my mums for a bit. Met Claire after she finished work and went for a drink in the Speasy. Then went back to the flat and finally decided to go to Assault which ended with some drama.

Saturday- Got up stupid early to go to work and would have prefered to stay in bed.

Who knows what next week will bring? Hopefully it will be as productive as this week but not end on a bad note xXx

Moneys

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:24:10 GMT

     Don't you just hate having money. Well, I hate going from not having any, to having quite a bit. I keep buying things. Due to my student loan coming through I now have the money to do everything I wanted to do before and over xmas. Like, get my tongue pierced and my hair cut. I've had to buy some glasses today and I bought a couple of movies too, even though I've not seen one (American Psycho).
    The Internet isn't helping either. Ebay and Amazon are being bad influences with my money spending. I really want to buy Combichrist tickets for May as well but will do that when I know who is going and can hopefully sort out getting a hotel for the night again, as after party was most awesome last year.
    Keep seeing nice, shiny things that I want. I need someone to tell me 'No, no you don't need a sexy, skin tight pencil skirt' or 'No, you really don't want to buy that really pretty top that you will look awesome in off Ebay'. Anyone? Anyone want to be the Angel on my shoulder? Sorry, Devil's place is already taken.

I found out earlier that my mum and dad have adopted four rats. Bit random but my uncle was walking his dog and found a cage with four rats in that had been abandoned so rang my dad to see if he wanted to take them in. My parents have had rats for a few years now so didn't mind taking them in. I'm going to see them on Thursday when I go home.

This week:

Monday: College, lazyness
Tuesday: Lazyness, pub with mum, buy glasses and movies
Wednesday: College, c/w, probably more lazyness
Thursday: College, nip home, see new family members, dancing (hopefully with Hannah), pub possibly
Friday: College work, Assault
Saturday: Work, Nightmare
Sunday: Work, cuddles, bed time

xXx

2008/2009

Fri, 02 Jan 2009 15:49:30 GMT

Well, Christmas was ok this year, spent most of it with Tom which was nice and he cooked the most amazingly tasty duck on xmas day. Yum. Was fairly quiet beside my little brother coming over to the flat and playing Guitar Hero World Tour with us. Managed to avoid family til Boxing Day.

New Year was pretty awesome. Went to the Pitty Patt Shindig with Tom, Katie, James, Cherry, Michael and Jeremy. Got a bit dressed up and had fun. Then we made our way over to Kath and Del's. Was really nice to see them both as it happens very rarely. Company was awesome as always, although I did find myself being in a bit of a strange mood at several points throughout the night but that could have been for any number of reasons. Other than my mood changes I had a lot of fun and cider.

Thinking about the future, I'm actually quite looking forward to 2009. I will hopefully finish my degree, which means I can finally stop with the education and actually live my life. Got quite a few plans in the works this year, which will hopefully include permanently moving out of my folks place ( not that I'm there that much anyway), possibly going to Paris with Claire towards the end of the year if funds are available, and finding a proper job, which I enjoy and will hopefully be a result of my degree.
I'm going to make a few changes this year too. 2008 wasn't the best year for me at all so I'm going to aim to be more positive in 2009. I really want to have a good year, forget the past and move on to bigger and better things. I turn 21 this year too so can't act like a kid anymore (although, I'll try my bloody hardest to still get away with it). So, onward and upwards is my motto this year.

Things to do in 2009:

1. End education
2. Grow up (a bit)
3. Move on from the past and look to better things ahead
4. Be more open with people
5. Be more decisive (haha)
6. Travel
7. Leave folk's house
8. Get a proper job
9. Have good times
10. Have fun and great memories

The Gene Generation...

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 23:46:05 GMT

I really want to see a movie called The Gene Generation. It's being released at the beginning of January and is available on amazon.com as a pre-order but isn't on amazon.co.uk. Boo! Fail! Me wants it! *stomps feet*

xXx

Been a while...

Sat, 06 Dec 2008 20:08:06 GMT

... since I updated this.

So, I'm back at Uni, third and final year, and it is really fricking hard. I'm struggling quite a bit with it if I'm being totally honest. I failed my first project of the year which obviously has put a downer on how I feel about things. Was quite annoyed with my tutor who persisted in patronizing those who had failed by asking if anyone wanted to cry on her shoulder. I'd have rather stabbed her in the eye with a spoon for the comment. Although, I have found out no-one has failed the second project so even if I get a low mark for it, at least I've passed. Makes me happier.
I think the main reason I'm struggling is because I'm not sure what to pick for my subjects/projects. As a third year degree student I should have this down to an art apparently but I don't. My dissertation subject I wanted to do has gone out the window as has my idea for my next project (shouldn't talk to tutors about such things, they only complicate things more). So I feel in a bit of a rut. I want to pass the course and get my degree, even with a low mark, I don't care as long as I pass, but I'm getting really stressed about so many other things and with tutors giving me contradicting pieces of advice, I don't know what to do about anything. *sigh*

Was seriously considering dropping out of the course but that is the very last resort. I really don't want to have come this far just to drop it at the last minute.

Missing cheese night at Monkey's too which sucks. Blah. Rant over.

xXx

the ups, the downs and the kebab!

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 11:43:47 GMT

This week:

Work: I was planning on leaving work on the 12th cause I'm back at college soon and wanted a couple of days off work before beginning again. My boss wasn't particularly happy about this cause she wants me to continue working while I'm at college, which I don't think will be possible with the amount of work I'll have to do this year. Due to me not noticing important stuff (and having to be told important stuff) I actually have to leave work on Tuesday because my course bridging unit starts on Wednesday. Ha, I think it's quite funny to be honest. I can't wait to go back to college. Kinda scared but excited.

Stuff: Went to the cinema on Sunday and saw Babylon A.D. Wasn't great, but it's a Vin Diesel film so.......
Monday, went to Buffy Night. Tuesday, probably did stuff. Wednesday, saw Tom and last night was great!

Last Night: I haven't been dancing for two weeks so I knew I was in for a bit of pain this week. Yep, the bruises are back baby! Cheryl was getting us to work on our balance so we were doing hand stands from being upside down and trying to take our legs off which is actually pretty hard. Then we did layouts, where you're practically horizontal on the pole. Cheryl then did an example of having two people doing layouts on one pole, which we all did, quite well :) then we thought it would be a great idea to have three of us doing layouts on one pole (currently known as the kebab). There was not just the fact of being on a pole with someone else above or below you but we had to hold on (and either push or pull, depending on where you are) the other persons legs, therefore neither of you are holding on. With two on one pole the person on top can actually not hold on at all. It's all about balance.
We also did another move with two on one pole. One person climbs up and leans back and pushes down on the persons legs below them. The person below doesn't have to hold on. It's a weird feeling though. Really works on you're tummy muscles.
Go and see Monkeys photo evidence on facebook, go see, go now!!!
It was awesome.

Later xXx

It's that time again folks.....

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:56:58 GMT

Last weekend:

Went down to London to see Tom's folks and meet his brother John and his gf Maddie. Went to Camden on friday which was teh sex, mmmm, cyberdog.......apart from the bit where I didn't get paid (like I was told I would be) Grrrr! So I had to rely on Tom for the moneys and felt bad for it, hate borrowing money. Tom was lovely about it though and put up with me being mardy all day. Then went to Buckingham on Saturday for Tom's cousin wedding which was all very, you know, wedding like, and expensive looking. Champers, lots of food and fireworks. Plus a night in a very nice hotel ;) Then back to London on Sunday so we could get a train back to Notts. Unfortunately due to maintenance work on the line we had to get off the train at some point and get a coach to Kettering then another train to Notts, but as usual, this went tits up and the two hour journey home ended up being a five hour journey home *sigh*.

Bank Holiday:

Was alright, just a day off work really, went to Claire's for Buffy night, with a normal looking Terri, yey for the return of red hair and successful bread pudding making, although my skills in the kitchen won't be required next time haha. Then was back at work on Tuesday. My boss rang me on Tuesday and said if I came in Wednesday to talk to her about stuff and things then I didn't have to be in work again until next Wednesday. Bonus! This is because the I.T. manager Nigel is away for two weeks and I have nothing to do haha!

So if anyone is doing anything this weekend let me know, I will most likely be up for it :D
Also planning on getting my hair cut if I've got a few days off. Yey, short hair! I'm really chuffed that Tom got his management job too, cause he's really happy about it and I don't think he expected to get as far as he has, totally deserves it though.

Anyway, Peace xXx

Everythings a pain...

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:13:48 GMT

This week- Monday and Tuesday were alright, pretty average days. Went to Claire's for Buffy night, where Lizzy made an appearance which was cool. We finished season two. Bring on season three.

Wednesday, went to work, then had an evening in with Tom and crazy noisy kittens. Started replaying Bioshock on the medium level. I'm not very far into it and I've died about 6 or 7 times lol. I'm enjoying playing it again though, tis all good fun. I've also heard they're making it into a movie, which could be interesting....

Thursday, work was average. Went dancing with Claire and Nina. I've been learning to go upside down and after our drunken dancing skills on friday night, I was still feeling a bit tender (always warm up before doing any sort of exercise, even when drunken). So, yea, I fell off twice. How do you fall off a pole I hear you ask? Very easily when your only gripping with your legs, and your upside down. Yea, I'm a little hurty today and have got a whole new pattern of bruises to show off lol. Then went to see the X files movie which was alright but not really my sort of thing. Felt like I should be a complete X files buff or that it was just a really slow film.

Today- Tom hears about how his manager assessment thingy went, which he's pretty excited about. I've come to work and I'm pretty hacked off to be honest. I swear people think you can just make thing fall out of thin air with the will of your mind! I've been asked to change some ads which ran out yesterday, five brand new designs. I personally think I should have been told to do these a week ago, ready for this week but no, I've been asked to do then by the end of the day. *sigh*

Weekend- Will hopefully cheer me up. Got Nightmare, even though I can't really afford it. Think I'll relax Sunday and prepare for the week after. Off to London next weekend with Tom.

Oh, and I'll be leaving my job soon, as I'm back at Uni in a couple of weeks. Anyone got any ideas where I could get a job, any job that isn't working in a kitchen or behind a bar, that I could do while at college???

Anywho, Peace xXx

Combichrist!!! and the week so far...

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 12:30:00 GMT

Eep! I went to see Combichrist on Saturday. After a few delays and annoying problems we eventually got to Sheffield with half an hour to spare before Combichrist were on. I went to see them last year too but this year they were even better! They really know how to put on a bloody good show! 'we're gonna paint Sheffield red!' was performed really well and I was really pleased they played 3 of my favourites, 'Intruder Alert', 'Blut Royale' and 'Without Emotion'. Fricking amazing.
We stayed for the after party (Syn) which was just as much fun, although my feet were killing me (damn stupid shoes) by the end of the night. The half an hour walk back to our hotel didnt help. While at Syn, me and Stevi went up on the balcony because Stevi had evil blisters and her back was hurting her (although she did look most awesome in her PVC dress), then before we knew it Mr Andy LePlegua was standing on the balcony with us, so we went to say hi. He's a really nice guy. We had a quick chat with him then he went to get some free beer. So we went downstairs and danced our crazy asses off again. A bit later on me, Becky and Daisy went downstairs to cool down and find Andy again so Daisy could have her picture taken with him. We bumped into Joey Letz (drummer) and spoke to him a little then saw Andy, and waited very patiently at the side while he was having a convesation. After these rude gals pushed infront of us we got pics taken with him again then after Daisy's little fangirl outburst we went back upstairs. I went back on the balcony with Stevi so I could sit down and drink some water (plus the stupid shoes were being evil) and Joey and a couple of guys from the support bands and the crew were upstairs. We sat down and Joey came over and started drumming glow sticks on Stevi's head ( I don't think at that point she knew who he was) but we then stood up and talked to him a bit which was cool. We went to sit back down again and Andy was sitting with someone at our table so we sat opposite them and hung out on the balcony with everyone until the night came to an end. We walked back to the hotel and crashed out until we went home the next morning. I need to thank Troll for giving me a lift back to Notts the next morning too.

So after a great weekend, I was still buzzing from Saturday night, I was ready to face the week ahead. Buffy night on Monday was cool. A few more faces than usual which was nice although the episodes we watched were quite sad :( and one made me jump! Damn kinderdemon thingy! lol. Tuesday, after work, me, Claire and Mike went to see Hellboy 2 which was an alright film but should have had more fighting and less emotional stuff me thinks. Then we went to Speasy where we played pool, hehe, well Claire and Mike played pool, no idea what I was trying to do, I think the bubbles went to my head too fast. Wednesday, I spent the evening at Tom's and had cuddles and yummy foods.

Tonight I'm dancing and hoping not to get as bruised as I did last week. Was painful :(
Friday I'm going out as Tank Girl, which should be fun :D
And who knows what the weekend will bring forth......

Update

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 10:17:17 GMT

Last weekend, I didn't do much.....was far too hot, but nicer than it being miserable like now. Went to the Sal on Friday night with Tom and saw many happy faces of people I enjoy spending my time with, Saturday I saw my brother, which was brief but nice to have a couple of drinks with him, then met Tom and we went to Dirty, Filthy, Sexy which was alright apart from the lack of peoples and the extremely high prices they charged for drinks, it should be a crime to change £3.75 for a bottle of VK, especially when I wanted Strongbow at £3.10 and it had apparently run out! Criminal I tell you!

This week I've just been working. Been a bit irritating to be honest. I've just started working with CSS and getting to grips with that then all of a sudden I've got a load of ads that need redesigning cause the boss doesn't like them and now I've just been told that there has been a mix up and what I was working on at the beginning of the week is now gonna be scrapped! *sigh* what was the point!

To be a bit more perky, I'm going to Sheffield this weekend to see Combichrist. Still not sure what to wear...........?
Also out for Mr Tim's birthday drinkies in the Sal this evening, which should be fun. Really looking forward to the weekend!

I'm a little achy from my pole dancing lesson last night though :( Black and purple bruises aren't attractive. I've got a funny bruise on my hip too, which seems to hurt more than the ones on my thighs :s I'm still enjoying it though :D
Oooo, and I went to see The Dark Knight last night, which I did enjoy, but I'm still undecided about the Joker.........it was pretty good though.

A final note, thinking about which comic book character to dress up as for Jo's party. It's between Catwoman (the cool Michelle Pfeiffer look, not Halle Berry (stupid woman) look) or Tank Girl............what do you think?

This week

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 08:38:21 GMT

This week I made a special guest appearance to Buffy night at Monkey perch which I really enjoyed so may make another appearance next week.
Work has been ok this week. I was getting a bit fed up with it last week but this week I've perked up a bit and in a good mood about it.

Did this............wasn't much of a surprise really............lol

Your results:
You are Catwoman

Catwoman		62%
Poison Ivy		59%
Mystique		59%
The Joker		58%
Riddler		55%
Two-Face		51%
Venom		48%
Magneto		48%
Apocalypse		47%
Juggernaut		47%
Dark Phoenix		47%
Green Goblin		43%
Dr. Doom		42%
Mr. Freeze		37%
Lex Luthor		36%
Kingpin		35%

With a troubled past and an upbringing on the streets you have learned how to fend for yourself through crime.

Click here to take the "Which Super Villain am I?" quiz...

Update of stuff and things.

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 15:15:40 GMT

It's been a while since I wrote stuff on here, I think, well it feels like ages.

I went to Psycle for the first time on Saturday. Was pretty good, I had a good time and saw people there that I hadn't seen in years, as well as more currently known friendly faces. Shouldn't have really gone out though as I'm uber skint until 25th, so Nightmare, may not be a possibility this weekend. We shall see.

Briefly saw my brother at the weekend as well which was nice. Even nicer was that he lent me some money, bless him, best brother ever!

Work is getting on my back a bit. I'm actually exhausted at the end of the week. I'm so tired, not cause of lack of sleep, I think my eyes are just stupid and don't like staring at a computer all day. I have to go outside every so often just to stop my eyes going square. I know you're meant to take breaks when working on computers but I don't really know the length of time or anything. Anybody know?
Also, my first job with experience into the design world and, my God, it's hard work. I was in the middle of a dispute with indecisive managers (who are also married) and they were asking who's idea I liked best.
They're not giving me alot of freedom with ideas either :(

Starting to think about moving out of the folks house again but it seems impossible until I can earn 'grown-up' amounts of money. As soon as I can do that I'm out of there. Can't wait.

Generally though everything else is peachy. Loving pole dancing (even with the bruises), me and Tom are great at the minute and yea, like I said peachy :)

Bring on pay-day!

Stuff and Things

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:11:39 GMT

Thought I'd write stuff to update peeps on stuff thats going on with me at the minute.

College- Technically finished, I think. Handed all my work in. Got told I had to write an evaluation and a load of paperwork, the day after I handed stuff in. *sigh* oh well. Can't go in to empty my locker or drawer either, which is annoying cause know I've had to rely on the college chops to do it for me. They've been in twice and haven't done it either time cause they got told they weren't allowed to move anything. It's so stupid! Gah! Oh well, the chops are out this friday night so i'll just get drunk and not worry about it.

Work- The main reason I can't shift my own stuff from college. I started full-time this week. It's good and I'm enjoying it but I'm not quite used to getting up at 6am every morning yet :( and getting two buses is a bit of a pain but hey, what you gonna do.

Weekend- Friday night- out with the chops, don't know when or where yet, but I'm sure they'll let me know. Hopefully.
Saturday- Getting more of my tattoo extended, then going to collect my mug from the pottery cafe ^__^ I painted it myself. Then possibly the cinema to see Prince Caspian with vampiric_monkey and then some lunch. Not sure what is going on saturday night. I'd like to do something. Is anything happening? Anyone doing anything?

The never ending continual over thinking of my brain xXx

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 10:39:11 GMT

Ok, so on Tuesday, it was my final show. It went pretty successfully I think. Especially after I decided to take some of my crap work down after my tutors told me to put it up and in exchange put better work up, so I was happy with my rebellious little board changing. Also, lots of people took my business card, not sure if it was because they liked my work or if they just liked my card :s

Yesterday, I went to my brother's pass out parade. Was really good. He got a metal for being most improved recruit, woo, go Dale! He looked really smart in his dress uniform. Its really good to have him back home, even if it is only for 10 days before he goes off again. Think I'm going out with him for drinkies tonight so that should be fun. I just hope he enjoys his time back home and keeps up the good work while he's away.

Oher than that, things are pretty good. Got to take my show down on Monday and leave most of my work to be marked. I'm also going to attempt to get into my locker (which is currently hidden behind our show boards) to see how many piece the hockey masked gnome is in. I said I would give it to a certain Mr Fox, although I'm a little concerned with how much glue will be involved with his rescue from my locker.

Anyway, I think thats enough from me for now.

xXx

Hello

Wed, 28 May 2008 21:38:53 GMT

Im not sure what Im doing here, how it works and stuff, confused! Anyway, Im in a good mood, had a good day, having a yummy dinner, and thought why arn't I on LJ. I now know why but its a bit late now :)