Library Loiterer

Hit the ground running by heading back to the library to get some work done. For the first three hours I really got into a good focused zone where I got a hell of a lot done. I finished applying for another job and already started applying for another so overall I'm really pleased with what I accomplished today. I'll be headed back there tomorrow for sure, I've got my little 'to do list' now so I'll fly through my work - might bring a bigger lunch and a cup of coffee though, seriously regretted only bringing in a small sandwich to eat.

Levelling up our Flat

IKEA was very much in our 'weekend to-do list' this time around and we went in with full force. We picked up a few smaller bits like a spice rack and some cereal containers this time around, but we also dreamed about all the other bits we'd like to get. We made notes on some bigger bits of furniture with the intention of going back a little on down the line.

Other than that, I've had a hankering for a classic Sunday roast for a while now so Rebecca and I rustled up a very tasty dinner with some experimental roast potatoes - we put a bit of bicarbonate of soda in the boiling water because it apparently helps break down the outer layer of potato, resulting in a crispier shell. Results were very, very good too.

Back to it tomorrow though, I'm already planning out my day and feeling very positive about the week ahead.

Monalithic MegaBus Snooze

Yesterday I was up filming in Uxbridge for a BBC promo in a shopping centre. For the most part I was doing release forms again with a bit of running around to get some bits from the shops nearby and making friends with the local security team. When we wrapped though I was dog tired. I was so exhausted that the moment I got on the MegaBus, I closed my eyes, and I didn't open them again until the bus pulled in at Bristol. The work wasn't even particularly strenuous (I've done much harder days) but this one really knock me for six.

Got plenty of rest now though after a super, super chill Saturday. Rebecca recently developed a pain in her chest of last week which she thinks could be stress related so we took it easy today and I took care of her. Made her Breakfast in bed, brought her various bits and pieces and even rustled up some home-made meatballs for dinner. Hope after this weekend is over she's feeling a bit better.

Part Time Pondering

Wrote down a bit of a life plan at some point this morning. I've set myself a smattering of goals for next week alongside little tick boxes, its mostly job application stuff and I'd like to push out my next video too (got a good feeling about it already). Week after though, I'm seriously considering looking for a part time job just to keep the pennies rolling in while giving myself enough breathing room to apply for anything appropriate if it pops up.

In the meantime I'm back in London for one night only! Got a day filming gig tomorrow which is looking pretty fun, don't know exactly what my jobs will be, nor do I know the premise 100% but it could be a little spicy - more details tomorrow!

Wednesday No-Go

Was going to work in the library again today, just about finished packing everything into my bag before remembering it had some funny opening hours. Double check it and yep, closed all day Wednesday's. No problem though because I started much earlier in the day I felt a lot more productive. I got 90% of my next script done for the next video and I found another job I can apply - I've since started the application and keeping my head held high.

Dinner Party Pho

Today was a pho making day. Went to ASDA, bought all the bits and pieces and let the stock boil very slowly for just over 4 hours. Flat smelt amazing the whole time too. I cooked it in preparation for the arrival of Louis and Rachel, it was our turn to host a little dinner party and we all had a fun old time. Louis brought his new board game along and after a quick refresher on the rules, we dived into an epic battle for Celtic land. Rebecca won, but only just. I'm not a sore loser...

Sweet Driving

Put myself back into the drivers seat for another lesson first thing this morning and I actually surprised myself with how well it all went. I stalled a handful of times, but aside from that I feel like it was one of the better lessons I've had now.

Rebecca rustled up a very nice salmon and pasta dish which is exactly what I wanted after the recent hot weather. I needed to balance out the healthy stuff with something a little devilish though so I made my own sugar syrup from dark brown sugar for my overnight oats. Previously I've been sweetening it with maple syrup but I didn't really feel like taking out a bank loan each time I had oats, I reckon this will be the next best thing at a fraction of the cost!