I can’t quite believe that this is my final night alone in Brighton this time around. It’s been joyful having little Tessy as my master. It’s been lovely being here in this unfamiliar and busy town. My friend reminded me yesterday that there’s plenty going on here, plenty to find. I’ve mostly just been relaxing while I’m here though. There’s scope for that, particularly within this soft and happy little flat above the noise overlooking the sea.
Today I tried to hoover and set back so I wouldn’t leave the place mucky. I’m crap at cleaning but I did my best, while Tess hid under the bed. I’ll have a bath now and then tomorrow I’ll make my way up towards Scotland. Long way to go, Brighton to Glasgow. I’ll have to break my journey somewhere. I haven’t even really thought about where, but it’ll find its way. Maybe I’ll just overnight in London and then mission it on Saturday. I just know how punishing it is to do it all in one day. Ideally I’ll be there Saturday night. I’ve booked a room with that expectation.
Tonight I’ll relax. Early bed, early rise. Sort things out tomorrow. Tonight is just for playing with Tessy and reading my book. I’ve packed, sent a load of invoices, worked out what I’m supposed to be doing after the wedding. I’ve even tried to find cover for next Tuesday in Greenwich as it might be a lovely opportunity if I can drive slowly south from Scotland and say hello to old friends on the way. At the expense of a few days low paid workshop, I’m happy to just take my time. That particular project doesn’t pay enough to justify taking the life hit. But they might not be able to find cover for precisely the same reason I’m not very sold on doing it. Gotta pay what the job is worth. I’ll take a hit for things like Extreme-E, but that brings adventure and its a consistent daily rate over time which makes up for the rate being smaller. There’s an important message in the work, so I do it when I can. It’s about personal responsibility and understanding how easy it is to pretend that our actions have no consequences. I’m happy to do it for cheap when it doesn’t negatively impact my life to do so.
Bath is running. Seagulls are calling. Cat is hoping for more laser pen. It is warm and clear. I’m planning on sleeping very well. I’ve got cash for the catsitter and she is gonna be spoiling Tessy going forward. Night night all.
AlBarclay 