Health and the Dread
On a personal note, my recovery is continuing well. I genuinely feel I'm getting stronger, and I’ve been able to start full-time hours at work, though I’m still easing back into full duties.
However, alongside the physical healing, I'm dealing with something else: a feeling of dread is slowly enveloping me. Having navigated this space before, I recognise the symptoms all too well. This time, I’ve made sure to come clean and talk about it with Morticia. Having that open conversation is a huge help in getting to grips with it.
The Festive Hurdle
The issues caused by my recovery mean the festive shopping still has some way to go.
It’s also meant missing out on the work night out. If I’m honest, I’m not all that fussed; I only planned to pop down for an hour or two anyway. More disappointing is the uncertainty hanging over my annual get-together with my best friend, Ian. I’m really not sure if I'm going to be able to make that happen this year.
In other news, I have submitted my claim to recoup my losses to the driver of the car that hit me, processing it via my cycling association, Cycling UK. It’s probably going to be a slow process, but we’ll wait and see how it progresses.
Nostalgia and the End of a Tradition
Last year, I reluctantly abandoned my long-standing tradition of reviewing the upcoming festive telly. Since I was a child, the arrival of the bumper double issue Radio Times was a seasonal signal, but the cost of the publication has become a genuine barrier. I even tried a cheaper publication, but it simply wasn't the same.
In truth, the overall quality of Christmas television has waned in recent years. I find myself relying more and more on re-runs and pure nostalgia. Given this, I don't foresee me reintroducing that feature anytime soon.
Except.... my best friend, Ian, messaged me to show that he had bought the said bumper issue and now I find myself consider it, mainly so we can have those telly conversations.
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Glad to hear you're healing well and back at work. Wishing you all the best in keeping The Dread at bay, my friend.
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