Monthly Archives: April 2010

At last the chapter closes

Posted on April 25, 2010 by

A very long chapter at last came to an end today. 7.5 years of living in my flat – the longest I have ever lived anywhere, in my whole life – finally came to an (overdue) end. This was perhaps … Continue reading →

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A dishonest mirror

Posted on April 22, 2010 by

So I had my annual appraisal today. At the company I work at, more so than anywhere else I have ever worked – the entire appraisal process is extremely thorough and taken very seriously. It consists of anonymous feedback solicited … Continue reading →

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The end of an era

Posted on April 21, 2010 by

The flat is now let, subject to contract. I went with the 2 young guys in the end, rather than the couple. The young guys were the recommendation of the agency, partly because they are offering more money, partly because … Continue reading →

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A farewell to arms

Posted on April 18, 2010 by

I’ve moved quite a lot of stuff to Sheridan’s. I forgot just how heavy boxes of books can be. I’m not using a removals company because the big and heavy stuff (sofas, bed, table, etc) are staying here as the … Continue reading →

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Spring brings a new style

Posted on April 18, 2010 by

1929 advert from American men’s fashion house Kuppenheimer (via pignouf) I love those old styles from the early part of last century. Rather different to our ‘made in Vietnam and sold at Primark for peanuts’ age.

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Landlord in waiting

Posted on April 14, 2010 by

The flat isn’t let yet but there have been quite a few viewings over the past 2-3 weeks. More than 12. This of course means that the flat has had to be kept immaculate, day in, day out. I’ve never … Continue reading →

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