Salinger's twenty sixth challenge!

[Salinger]

11 minutes ago, Quirky Quinn said:

 

Hey, I really like this stuff.  Very dark and nervy.

 

It reminds me of Nigel Godrich a little but far more introspective I think.  If you're ever doing something in Yorkshire (Leeds/Bradford) then I'd love to come along!

 

Thanks so much QQ!!

 

Ahhhh didnt know you were from Yorkshire, i was brought up in Oxspring! My parents live there still. 

 

Ill be driving through Leeds tomorrow to get to Nottingham

 

x

[Salinger]

Morning all. its 9am. Pissing it down again, cold, rubbish weather. Managed to get up though early, 7am, and make cup of tea. I have sent my disability forms so now its out of my hands. Trying not to panic about it for now. 

 

I was looking at paint last night hahahaha for the flat. This is dangerous. Im going to be crest fallen if they turn me down

 

Today is a bit slower than yesterday phew. Mainly get ready for tomorrows install in Nottingham. 

 

Maybe i will sort through some bags of crap too... go to the tip?! If i can be bothered to venture out in the rain. 

 

My cold is still around but improving a bit. I feel run down but im trying to rest as well. xx

[aramis]

40 minutes ago, Salinger said:

I have sent my disability forms so now its out of my hands. Trying not to panic about it for now.

Great job on pushing through it. 

And as you say - it's out of your hands now. You did your best and nothing you can do further, so no need to stress about it anymore. 

 

42 minutes ago, Salinger said:

My cold is still around but improving a bit.

Maybe stay at home for today, take some extra care of yourself. Chicken broth with extra black pepper to burn through the infection, hot bath, lots of tea. And meds. Don't forget the meds. 

 

Hugs!

[NicTheRugger]

Sorry to hear that you're still under the weather, Liz! But congrats on pushing through and accomplishing everything on that giant to-do list! I know when I'm sick, I do basically nothing, so I'm extremely impressed with your perseverance. Make sure you take down time though! Drink lots of water, lots of tea, and stay comfy. If you feel way too fatigued at anything, don't be afraid to sit down for half an hour or so and take a rest. It'll help you get better in the long run.

[Salinger]

4 hours ago, aramis said:

Great job on pushing through it. 

And as you say - it's out of your hands now. You did your best and nothing you can do further, so no need to stress about it anymore. 

 

Maybe stay at home for today, take some extra care of yourself. Chicken broth with extra black pepper to burn through the infection, hot bath, lots of tea. And meds. Don't forget the meds. 

 

Hugs!

 

Thanks Aramis. It may take a month to find out ... just in time to ruin Christmas

 

I took my meds thanks for reminder!! xx

 

1 hour ago, NicTheRugger said:

Sorry to hear that you're still under the weather, Liz! But congrats on pushing through and accomplishing everything on that giant to-do list! I know when I'm sick, I do basically nothing, so I'm extremely impressed with your perseverance. Make sure you take down time though! Drink lots of water, lots of tea, and stay comfy. If you feel way too fatigued at anything, don't be afraid to sit down for half an hour or so and take a rest. It'll help you get better in the long run.

 

Thanks Nic...! If i didnt do much, i hate myself so much. Ive had a slow day so far (its 2pm) but i DID get a new jumper......

 

 

 

I LOVE IT!!!!!! TURTLE NECK xx

[aramis]

2 hours ago, Salinger said:

TURTLE NECK

YAY! My fav kind of jumper  

[Salinger]

Hey all. 6.30pm im so exhausted i could sob. 

 

Left this morning at 7am to drive to Nottingham, took 3 hours. Installed most of my work, helped another artist install his work, had two meetings, then around 3pm i drove home. 

 

Just got in now. Cup of tea. Maybe a little stress cry hahahaaha

 

Its cold and im sad. 

 

But the install went really well i guess, the work looks good. 

 

Feel im neglecting my physical health and have been for a while. But perhaps when im in a new place i can refocus? Just seems everything is so fucking difficult at the minute. I guess ill be lifting a lot and walking a lot moving all my crap soon... i need to start next week, taking things to the tip. 

 

Im meant to be getting my hair cut tomorrow. And i have a viewing in the eve. Not really feeling up to it, sad cos i want the studio flat but waiting to hear about checks still. 

 

And then Friday i go to Blackpool (one hour 30 mins away) for another show im installing. Back to Manchester Sunday night. Then i can focus on looking at houses to move and sorting / packing. 

 

**SIGH** 

 

Sorry for downer x

[NicTheRugger]

Don't apologise! You've got a lot going on right now, the important thing is to know when to focus on what's absolutely top priority right now, and right now that seems to be work and finding a place to live. You've got plenty on your plate right now, don't worry if you can't do ALL THE THINGS because realistically, it's not possible. (that's something I struggle with too!)

 

And let us know how the haircut goes!

 

You're doing great <3

[TGP]

hello Liz,

yeah

 

not a good day for me either.

I don't feel good and this miserable cold weather has me curled up at my desk hoarding the heat from a small electric heater.

 

and I feel "down".

 

so I'm really sharing the feeling that you have right now. 

 

(and it doesn't help that really do HAVE to suit up in nomex fireresistant clothing and go fill a small vessel within the refinery with a test fuel).  which means getting out and in the frosty 20* air (-10ish *C)

oh well ;( gotta do what I gotta do, right?

 

but we agree that I don't have to be happy about it! right?

 

ANYWAYS.  as always good things will happen.  hope for it, wait for it! it'll happen!

 

and do let us know about the fitness plans. I'll be delighted about that.  exercise make a body feel good!

 

and part of my bad mood today is Because there was no exercise this morning

my exercise class Tomarrow is something that I'm looking forward too!

[Salinger]

47 minutes ago, NicTheRugger said:

Don't apologise! You've got a lot going on right now, the important thing is to know when to focus on what's absolutely top priority right now, and right now that seems to be work and finding a place to live. You've got plenty on your plate right now, don't worry if you can't do ALL THE THINGS because realistically, it's not possible. (that's something I struggle with too!)

 

And let us know how the haircut goes!

 

You're doing great <3

 

Thank you Nic, i appreciate that a lot. Yes priority is getting through the next two weeks of work and then finding somewhere to live. Feels impossible right now. Just want to lie in bed constantly, bury my head in the sand

 

Ill try to pull myself together though. xx

 

45 minutes ago, TGP said:

hello Liz,

yeah

 

not a good day for me either.

I don't feel good and this miserable cold weather has me curled up at my desk hoarding the heat from a small electric heater.

 

and I feel "down".

 

so I'm really sharing the feeling that you have right now. 

 

(and it doesn't help that really do HAVE to suit up in nomex fireresistant clothing and go fill a small vessel within the refinery with a test fuel).  which means getting out and in the frosty 20* air (-10ish *C)

oh well ;( gotta do what I gotta do, right?

 

but we agree that I don't have to be happy about it! right?

 

ANYWAYS.  as always good things will happen.  hope for it, wait for it! it'll happen!

 

and do let us know about the fitness plans. I'll be delighted about that.  exercise make a body feel good!

 

and part of my bad mood today is Because there was no exercise this morning

my exercise class Tomarrow is something that I'm looking forward too!

 

 

Sorry you arent having a good day. Hope things improve for you xx

[GoodDoug]

"Just keep swimming, just keep swimming!"

One step at a time dear friend. That is how you will make it all work out, do one thing... and then the next thing... take a breather and then get to whatever is the next thing to do.

 

Just know that you are doing things and getting stuff done... it feels like a lot, because it is a lot... but you've got this. And you have a whole cheering section behind you.

[Salinger]

13 hours ago, GoodDoug said:

"Just keep swimming, just keep swimming!"

One step at a time dear friend. That is how you will make it all work out, do one thing... and then the next thing... take a breather and then get to whatever is the next thing to do.

 

Just know that you are doing things and getting stuff done... it feels like a lot, because it is a lot... but you've got this. And you have a whole cheering section behind you.

 

Hey Doug, thank you so much. Yes i will try to keep calm and do things a step at a time like you advise xx

 

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Morning. Its 10.40am. I woke at 6am but made myself stay in bed and slept till 9 instead. Im glad i did as i needed the rest. My cold is still hanging around and my throat is itchy and its very annoying. All my sinuses are irritated. 

 

In about 2 hours, ill be going to get my hair cut. Unsure what to get done....? Its fucking awful cos its been so long since it was cut! Be nice i guess, to be pampered a bit?

 

Might chop it all offf hahahaa

 

Trying not to worry about the house stuff. Ill hopefully know about the studio flat, by the end of the weekend. One way or the other.... so next week i can focus on looking elsewhere if its bad news. Trying hard not to be upset about it. 

 

I think today im going to relax more, and not do much work. Because the weekend is going to be really busy...and i will be in a different city till Sunday night. just want to stay here. 

So yeah, today ill eat well, drink water, take meds, hair cut, pack for Bpool, put washing on.....etc etc.... x

[aramis]

If you're unsure about a haircut, ask the hairdresser. They tend to be biased to their fav haircuts, but also they have lots of experience what kind of haircut fit face shape etc. And yes, if the haircut won't match your taste, you can always go Imperator Furiosa and buzz it all off  But show yourself here before, so you can get honest review  

 

If weekend will be busy, it's alright to take some slower pace now. Especially when you fight the infection. Just take care of yourself and let the other stuff go it's own way (house etc). When you get the info, then will be time to deal with it. 

 

Hugs!

[TGP]

yeah 

NO cutting OFF all your hair.  I heard its a thing- but you can do Fun things with hair! it you try

 

 

 

Inspired?  no??

 

well, if you MUST cut most of your hair leave a little

 

 

have a good haircut and don't let them get TOO CREATIVE!

[Salinger]

3 hours ago, aramis said:

If you're unsure about a haircut, ask the hairdresser. They tend to be biased to their fav haircuts, but also they have lots of experience what kind of haircut fit face shape etc. And yes, if the haircut won't match your taste, you can always go Imperator Furiosa and buzz it all off  But show yourself here before, so you can get honest review  

 

If weekend will be busy, it's alright to take some slower pace now. Especially when you fight the infection. Just take care of yourself and let the other stuff go it's own way (house etc). When you get the info, then will be time to deal with it. 

 

Hugs!

 

Hey Aramis, my hair is cut. IM BALD....






JOKE

 

heheheheh

 

Ill get a photo in a moment! I get on well with him, even though i barely go, i see him in the pub sometimes and we chat. 

 

Yes i will now relax. It is 3.30pm, i have a cup of tea and just had a ham sandwich. xx

 

 

2 hours ago, TGP said:

 

 

 

have a good haircut and don't let them get TOO CREATIVE!

 

hahahaah thanks for making me laugh Jason

 

My hair is done. Its quite nice. It is too straight at the moment (he had to straighten it so could get my fringe right, but ill have it more 'messy' than this usually....) it looks ok though. 

 

MUCH better than it was. 

 

Also someone sent me some earrings. They say 'self love 100mg' on it, like mental health tablets  i love them!!!!

 

_________

 

Hair and earrings....(i look awful for some reason, no make up and my face looks massive)

 

 

 

 

 

 

[NicTheRugger]

You look very 1920s flapper with that haircut! I like it!

[Salinger]

3 minutes ago, NicTheRugger said:

You look very 1920s flapper with that haircut! I like it!

 

 

Thanks Nic. I look kinda ugly. but ill not self hate, SELF LOVE 100mg!

 

x

[aramis]

1 hour ago, Salinger said:

I look kinda ugly

Bah. Nic's right, you look nice. You are just too used to your face. Maybe you are right hair need some "mess" that will give it more volume, but besides that, it's fine.

[Salinger]

Hey all.

 

sounds like the flat is mine.....

[GoodDoug]

Yay!

[Quirky Quinn]

11 hours ago, Salinger said:

Hey all.

 

sounds like the flat is mine.....

 

Congratulations!  

[Maggie-Miau]

15 hours ago, Salinger said:

I look kinda ugly.

 

i think you look super cute, personally!
funnily enough, i just the other day cut mine in a bob, too

 

12 hours ago, Salinger said:

sounds like the flat is mine.....

 

oh this is great news! when do you get to move in? hopefully with this settled you'll be able to rest better soon and recover from your cold <3

 

[Salinger]

1 hour ago, Miaulin said:

 

oh this is great news! when do you get to move in? hopefully with this settled you'll be able to rest better soon and recover from your cold <3

 

 

Thanks guys. 

 

Next Sunday  but i dont have to take EVERYTHING at once from this place, Ste said if i cant get everything packed/sorted thats ok. SO thats good news, and makes me panic less...but ill move in next Sunday, get the keys and stuff....terrified hahahahah x

[bker1370]

Congrats on getting the place you wanted Sal.

[Salinger]

On 11/15/2019 at 12:49 PM, bker1370 said:

Congrats on getting the place you wanted Sal.

 

Thanks a lot mate  xx