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Thursday, 13 December 2007
Shopping crazy
Over the past couple of months I have bought loads of new clothes, it's as I said in another post retail therapy as well as a cleansing type process; change of look since the break up of a long term relationship.
Last night my current partner told me firmly that I had to stop, he understands what I'm doing yet at the same time he's concerned about the amount I must be spending.
It's true I'm not always being the bargain queen that everyone is used to. I am buying designer labels and branded items, yet some of those items have still been cheaper than the RRP. Next month we have 6 weeks between pay days so I'm not planning on spending any money that I don't need to and I've bought all my Christmas presents, although I have a feeling now I'm going to be told off again for what I bought him.
Is shopping an addiction for me now, is it my coping mechanism since the break up ???
Personally I wouldn't say it's an addiction, a coping mechanism yes. As I said at the beginning it's almost like I'm cleansing myself, although my style hasn't varied (I have a Goth flare and always will) my look has changed.
To some degree it also has something to do with my current partner being so different, it's somewhat difficult going clubbing with chains and big studs attached to you, it also looks wrong in the clubs we visit. He's also older so I find myself finding sexy but maturer clothes to wear. All of that is in my head though as I know he doesn't care how I dress, I can wear my long Mercy skirts if I want. He's discovered it doesn't matter how I dress I still look distinctive and so people who know mw can spot me a mile away.
Last night my current partner told me firmly that I had to stop, he understands what I'm doing yet at the same time he's concerned about the amount I must be spending.
It's true I'm not always being the bargain queen that everyone is used to. I am buying designer labels and branded items, yet some of those items have still been cheaper than the RRP. Next month we have 6 weeks between pay days so I'm not planning on spending any money that I don't need to and I've bought all my Christmas presents, although I have a feeling now I'm going to be told off again for what I bought him.
Is shopping an addiction for me now, is it my coping mechanism since the break up ???
Personally I wouldn't say it's an addiction, a coping mechanism yes. As I said at the beginning it's almost like I'm cleansing myself, although my style hasn't varied (I have a Goth flare and always will) my look has changed.
To some degree it also has something to do with my current partner being so different, it's somewhat difficult going clubbing with chains and big studs attached to you, it also looks wrong in the clubs we visit. He's also older so I find myself finding sexy but maturer clothes to wear. All of that is in my head though as I know he doesn't care how I dress, I can wear my long Mercy skirts if I want. He's discovered it doesn't matter how I dress I still look distinctive and so people who know mw can spot me a mile away.
Wednesday, 12 December 2007
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Tuesday, 11 December 2007
Cancer may be back
Today was day seven of my mum's radiotherapy, everything should be going fine as the last time she was admitted to hospital with a low white cell count and thrombosis they gave her the all clear for the cancer.
I watched the two doctors who were called to see her by the nurse, the surgeons face showed worry and concern, she quickly told her junior to call my mum's surgeon and get her an appointment.
In the last week a lump has appeared and grown at speed on the wound site of her mastectomy. It could be nothing, it could be an infection or it could be more cancer. Tomorrow she has an appointment with her surgeon, they will most likely do a biopsy so it's wait and see yet again.
Mum is strong but I'm not sure she could deal with another cancerous lump, she refuses to get depressed yet her right arm is swollen where they removed her lymph glands, she dropped the pan of pasta tonight and burst into tears. It's true it's more frustration than depression but even so, I'm not sure how much more she can take.
I watched the two doctors who were called to see her by the nurse, the surgeons face showed worry and concern, she quickly told her junior to call my mum's surgeon and get her an appointment.
In the last week a lump has appeared and grown at speed on the wound site of her mastectomy. It could be nothing, it could be an infection or it could be more cancer. Tomorrow she has an appointment with her surgeon, they will most likely do a biopsy so it's wait and see yet again.
Mum is strong but I'm not sure she could deal with another cancerous lump, she refuses to get depressed yet her right arm is swollen where they removed her lymph glands, she dropped the pan of pasta tonight and burst into tears. It's true it's more frustration than depression but even so, I'm not sure how much more she can take.
Monday, 10 December 2007
Party Frock revisited
Back in October I had said I would post some photos of me in my new party frock, then I never got around to it, seeing as I never took a camera with me (my mobile doesn't count) I only have photos that a friend posted on facebook, you only get to see the top half of the dress and not the full body shot.
This one actually shows more of my dress than any of the others.
Still a photo is a photo, I was told I looked like I was out in a nighty, but apparently that was all good !!!
This one actually shows more of my dress than any of the others.
Still a photo is a photo, I was told I looked like I was out in a nighty, but apparently that was all good !!!
Wednesday, 5 December 2007
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Monday, 3 December 2007
Lamb recipe
Something I wouldn't normally blog, but I made this over the weekend for myself and the man just to prove he's not the only one who can cook and it tasted really good.
Marinated Lamb with Tapenade Stuffing Serves 6
1.8kg leg of lamb, boned
2 tbsp olive oil
300ml robust red wine
6 sprigs each of rosemary and thyme
4 bay leaves
1 tsp redcurrant jelly
450ml lamb stock
Tapenade
50g can anchovy fillets, drained and chopped
125g stoned black olives
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 tbsp each chopped fresh rosemary, thyme and flat-leaf parsley
2 tbsp olive oil
salt and freshly ground black pepper
- To make the tapenade, process the anchovies in a food processor with the olives, garlic and herbs until smooth. Gradually add the oil; season with pepper.
- Stuff the bone cavity of the lamb with the mixture and sew up with thread or secure with cocktail sticks. Season again with pepper.
- Make incisions all over the lamb and place in a non metallic bowl with olive oil, wine, rosemary, thyme and bay leaves. Marinate over night or for at least 6 hours.
- Drain the lamb, reserving the marinade, then pat dry. Heat a large frying pan and quickly brown all sides of the lamb over a high heat. Place in a roasting tin, cook at 220°C (425°F) mark 7 for 30 minutes, then turn down to 200°C (400°F) mark 6 for a further 45-60 minutes, basting from time to time.
- Remove lamb and keep warm, skim the fat from the tin and discard. Add the reserved marinating liquor, redcurrant jelly and stock. Bring to the boil and bubble for 5-10 minutes. Adjust the seasoning and strain.
- Thickly carve the lamb and serve with juices.