We were all called into work today - 50% of the site is to close by September.
230 jobs to go. All departments reduced proportionally.

I expected this, but not so drastically and not so soon.
Methinks it's time to sit down and think through some options.

...galloping is the best medicine. Even if it scares the shit out of you.
Or maybe because of it. *shrugs*

( Right here! )

Some people on popmaster are just thick.
They never listen to me, no matter how loud I shout.

Last night I had the pleasure of meeting a certain chap called Monty Roberts.

I was extremely impressed with him. Needless to say, when I'm in the position to train my own horse, he's the man I'll be turning to for advice.

( What horse breed are you? )

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Despite the horrendous weather we've had of late, I've been managing to ride a good 2 - 3 times a week since Christmas ( Read more... )

Ssthist and I have spent a grand total of six hours ten minutes on the phone to our cable provider today. We've spent this time trying to find out why our TV service was disconnected and trying to get it re-connected.

Finally FINALLY I talked to someone who was prepared to take the problem to a manager. Five days for re-connection. FFS!