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blinky465
I got back from visiting family in Sicily yesterday. Had a lovely time, but can’t believe how cold and dark it is now, and how close to Xmas it’s accidentally become. A few days ago, I was sitting outside in a t-shirt and swimming in the sea. And now some bugger has told me it’s time to start thinking about ordering a turkey and who’s going to be on my naughty/nice lists this year.
We came back via Barcelona (it was cheaper than a direct flight, so we booked a cheap hotel and stayed over a few days).
I love that city! In fact, it was because I was made redundant earlier in the year (for one day, then the boss realised he had nobody to keep the lights on) that I decided it was time to embrace just going places and getting things done, while we are able to. I’ve never felt like my job was precarious before – even when I was freelancing and going from contract to contract.
I guess it’s just the way of the world right now.
Thanks, AI, it seems like you’ve put us all on short notice.
Which has me thinking – maybe it’s time to consider short-term, high value contracting again.
If there’s a way I could put a month’s rent through my company as a legitimate business expense, I might give it some serious consideration! If I’ve got to live precariously now (thanks to AI placing the spectre of redundancy permanently in my eyeline) I feel like I should rip the arse out of it, and make it a bit more enjoyable, while I’m still employed/employable!
Music?
Ok, those of you playing along, don’t bail early on this one – listen to it, through to the end. It’s incredible
Pledge?
Make a start on this month’s painting contest entry.
Magic explosion you say – I had just one thought on this and haven’t been able to think of anything else, so I’m going with the obvious.
Favourite solo system?
I’ve tried One Hour Skirmish Wargames and find the system works really well for solo games – just deal out the cards, and do as they tell you! Quick and easy. The “red is dead” is a nice touch.
I nearly bought a canal boat this week.
I still can’t decide if to do so would be an act of lunacy, or the best thing I could do right now.
I really miss my old boat (this was also a Dawncraft Highbridge like my first boat). It’d be a big commitment. And not to mention, stupidly expensive. So we couldn’t afford to do much else for a few years afterwards.
How do you guys decide on “big purchases”?
Do you weigh up pros and cons and plan properly? Or do you just go “screw it” and take the plunge when a whim hits?
