1st July 1984
Considering it's now July you wouldn't think so looking at the naff weather. It's bloody freezing! What a contrast to yesterday's beautiful sunshine. Never mind, at least it didn't rain. I was dying to sunbathe as well - my arms are actually slightly bronzed! Ace! Not a good day but at least I had a good record to play i.e. Bruce Springsteen's 'Born in the USA.' What an album, bloody ace! Chart good too. Went to GPO Club with Lin and Wol to see Mainline. They were very good.
2nd July 1984
Monday again! Shit! I couldn't get up - mind you that's nothing new. It's so depressing at work on a Monday because no-one speaks for about half an hour. That's how I like it though - dead quiet! Not bad day as it happens. Lots to do. The weather was pretty good later on. I knew that would happen - instead of it being nice yesterday. I hope the weather is good for my holiday which ain't long off. Swapped records with Wol to tape 'em and give back Friday.
3rd July 1984
Couldn't believe it when I actually saw sun & blue skies as I opened my curtains this morning. That put me in a good mood. Eeee, we do 'ave some weird weather in Britain. I thought the sun had deserted us for good. I was surprised that it wasn't hotter than it was - cold wind. It was ace at home though, sitting in the extension with the sun streaming through the window - and me watching ace Wimbledon. Bliss! Not bad day at work. Starting forward orders already. Shit!
4th July 1984
Woke up to another sunny day. It's getting good this innit? 'Bout time the weather improved. As the day wore on I began to feel rough. In fact, I've got Lisa's cold! Talk about runny nose! I can't stand colds at this time of year but this is when I usually get 'em - worse luck. At home watched lots of tennis action at Wimbledon. A few doubles matches on - including one with fit Pat Cash (Aussie) playing. Went out with Wol & Lin all over the place.
5th July 1984
Yet another lovely day. I don't mind getting up when it's like this. Beautiful! Still got cold & held a hanky to my nose for most of the day. Didn't see Kevin this morning who gave me a lift yesterday. Quite liked the walk anyway cos it was lovely and warm. At work had quieter day than yesterday. Balanced when I invoiced out again. I'll try not to get big-headed! Watched Wimbledon. Final of Women's Singles will be Navratilova v Lloyd on Saturday. Hope Cash wins tomorrow!!!
6th July 1984
GPO Club tonight. Must go cos 3 bands on! In a very good mood because it's Friday! The week hasn't gone very quick - including today, which ain't surprising cos Fridays rarely go quickly. Sat outside with Lisa at dinner-time because it was too nice to stay inside. It was lovely and warm too. It's been good practically all week, the weather. Even Wimbledon has been blessed with sunshine! Poor Pat Cash beaten by McEnroe in Semi (swine). Hope Connors hammers him (he earlier beat Llendl). Lick, Mean Streak & Savages at GPO.
7th July 1984
Would have been Bon Scott's birthday today. He would've loved it today if he'd been alive because the weather was beautiful EVERYWHERE! Ace! I sunbathed outside until the singles (womens) tennis match came on the telly, between Navratilova & Lloyd. Miles better match than last year but Navratilova still won even though she was behind. Bloody ace really. Poor Cash got beat again today (with McNamee) v Fleming & McEnroe in doubles final. It went to 5 sets though, so it wasn't a runaway victory. Christ, Cash is fit!
8th July 1984
Got up later today. It would've been extremely boring if the sun hadn't shone - and the fact that McEnroe played Connors in the Mens Singles Final at Wimbledon. It was a total annihilation of Connors & McEnroe took about an hour and 15mins to beat him, the swine. Even fit Pat Cash took more games off him than Jimbo did. Never mind, there's always next year. Lloyd & Turnbull won the Mixed Doubles again. If Cash avoids McEnroe next year he should get to the Final. Here's hoping!
9th July 1984
Not very pleased at the prospect of working today! Well, at least I'll be earning a bit more from this week, cos of all this extra work I've been doing on M-R drum. Talk about 'mug.' Everyone was depressed today, probably because it's Monday. The weather improved as the day wore on, getting hotter and hotter... Apparently it was nearly 90 degrees in Blackpool yesterday - the hottest since the '76 drought. Even though the sun's just beginning to break through we haven't had much rain lately. Water shortage looms ahead!
10th July 1984
If Adam doesn't write back after seeing my photo(!) he can stuff it! I'm sick of waiting! Weather cooled down slightly today and it's been dull practically all day. Rained later on in day - but not for long! At work typed statements yet again. Knackered franking-machine again but me and Jackie put it right which passed away the last hour. Talk about time wasting! I'll be glad to get away next week - I need the break! At home did bugger-all. Watched programme about transvestites!
11th July 1984
Difficult getting up this morning. It wasn't that I was still tired - I just couldn't be arsed! Thank God my holiday is just round the corner as it were. Ace! I'm hoping the weather stays nice. Very hot at work but that's because I never keep still anyway. Reps Post done quickly cos there are a few on holiday - I wish they were all on holiday. Wednesdays always seems to go slow - even when we're busy. Anyway, it's overwith now. I bet Friday will drag like bloody hell! At home listened to my friend, the hi-fi. Ace it is.
12th July 1984
Weather back to its 'weirdness.' One minute the sun's out, the next, it looks like it's going to rain. At least it isn't cold. In fact it's red hot - especially at work. Balanced twice over today doing invoicing out. Can't be bad. M-R's usually a naff drum to do but for once everything went right for me. Looked forward to going out tonight to the Rammy. Glad I went cos fit Colin came in with Lin's Paul and they were sat with us. My God, I couldn't keep my eyes off him! He's going out with a girl in Manchester but he's told Lin he likes me!
13th July 1984
Couldn't get Colin out of my brain today - I reckon it was him that sent me that Valentine. I'll find out soon enough I suppose. He looked gorgeous last night - he had his faded jeans on, a Rainbow t-shirt and of course his famous 'Motorhead' bullet belt! Turns me on it does! He bought me a drink - after Linda asked him to. I tell you, I don't know how she does it. He never argued with her. I wouldn't mind, but he just got one for me. he'd already got his. Poor lad! I'll buy him one next time. At work it's been terrible cos as you can see it's Fri 13th. Glad I'm off next week.
14th July 1984
Shouldn't have bothered getting up at all today because I was so bored it was untrue! The weather was pathetic which made everyone pigging miserable - especially Mum - who gave Dad a poor time. She calmed down after a while, thank God! I didn't go to Town cos there was no-one to go with - yet again. I was going to buy a camera for a 110 film I bought but couldn't be bothered even going to the Chemist for one - lazy sod! I hope the weather improves next week cos I can't stand it dull!
15th July 1984
Got up late for swill, which was nice. Weather cleared up after dinner following a dull start. In fact, the sun shone all day but the breeze was bit cooler. If it hadn't been windy it would've been red hot like last Sunday. Can't complain though, we got the sun & that's what counts. Let's hope it stays like this for the rest of the week. Played lots of things on the hi-fi - it's been working overtime lately. The chart has improved a lot. Watched good love story film later on.
16th July 1984
Off again this week. Ace! Wol should be coming round. If she doesn't ring tonight. Got up before 11 o'clock. Whoopee! Weather wasn't fantastic till later on when I went to Town with Wolj. Bought some Chloe body spray which cost £8.95. Extravagant or what! It's worth it though because it's gorgeous. Sat outside when I came home and now my face looks like a pound of tomatoes! I hope it improves for tomorrow when I'm going to Manchester with Wol. Colin came round later & I gave him the 'KB.' Shit!
17th July 1984
Had a funpacked afternoon today! Bit of a drag until a quarter to two when I met Wol outside Layton Train Station to go to Manchester. Got on half! Only cost £1.90 there and back, each! That saved a packet. Anyway took over an hour to get there. We looked round the Arndale Centre for most of the time. Bought a leather studded belt that you hang round the hips. Posey or what! Saw an ace jacket for £95 which was way out of my price range. Mad about that. Came back for 8-ish so we went in the Rammy. Can't keep away from the place!
18th July 1984
Determined to buy a leather jacket in Blackpool today. This is getting out of hand! Got up before 11am again - I'm getting good at this aren't I?! Waited around for Wol to call round for me to go to Town. Bought ace leather jacket plus jewellery - at last! £69.95 for jacket which is quite reasonable for what it is - quite flash job! Got few stares with my belt business hung round my hips. Felt a right poser! Told Wol to tell Lin that I didn't want to go out with Colin Thursday night. Then later on, Lin came round & she's persuaded me to go on a 4some Fri night. Don't know how she does it!
19th July 1984
Mum popped her head round the door before she went to work and said, 'It's a gorgeous day!' and I thought, right, I must get up early. Didn't though, well at least I got up before 11am. Sat outside all afternoon because it was one of those days when you know it's gonna be sunny all the time. Ace! Thought a lot about tomorrow's 'night out' with Colin and the Gang. Wol & Lin came round to remind me about it after I'd seen Frankie Goes to Hollywood sing 'Two Tribes' again. What an ace No.1.
20th July 1984
Tonight's the night if I play my cards right! And don't do 'owt daft for Christ's sake. Shitting myself all day thinking about meeting Colin tonight. Sat outside for a while and then went to Layton to get something to eat and drink. Saw Ann from work and she says that all's gone well at work apart from the tea-list. I thought so. Anyway, sat in extension then cos sun went in the swine. Soon came out again though. Lin called for me later on & we all went out as planned. I'm getting to like Colin!
21st July 1984
Today was a bit of an anti-climax to yesterday really. Stomach bad with you know what, but I still soldiered on and went to Town this afternoon with Wolj and Anj. People (naff holidaymakers) were doing my head in. They were everywhere. The sun made me slightly hotter than usual too. In fact I couldn't wait to get back home! Didn't sit outside because it was too hot. Sat in extension and played new Rush LP 'Grace Under Pressure' which is good but not as good as 'Signals.' Colin called for me again but I told him 'no money!' Out on Friday.
22nd July 1984
Well, today was my last day of my holiday and I didn't exactly make the most of it like I should've done. I should've gone out with Colin or something - but you know me. I tend to shut people out of my life when things bother me. Periods bother me! God, I've got to get myself sorted out, try the Docs or something but I'd probably cancel the appointment through embarrassment anyway. I feel like the only girl in the world who wears towels but deep down I know I'm not. Pills will help, Mum said. I'm willing to try anything.
23rd July 1984
Back to work. What a drag! It better be cooler than it has been lately. Wasn't! In fact, it was stifling from 8 this morning till now. I'm still sweating now actually at 10.30pm! Honestly, it's too much! Everyone (I think) pleased to see me at work. Fortunately, there wasn't a vast amount of work to do - mainly orders and statements. No-one was particularly talkative (it being a Monday). Glad to get home. Decided to ring my mate Colin from 'my 2nd home' and we're going out Wednesday night.
24th July 1984
Another blisteringly hot day to depress me even further than yesterday! Everyone sitting around at work not putting themselves out for anybody - including me! For a change. Talk about sweat! My face was like a ripe tomato all the time. I think people reckoned I was going to faint. They weren't far wrong. Why we don't have air-conditioning I'll never know. Glad to get out, but I still didn't cool down till about 7 this evening. Mustn't complain cos I hate the cold more. Let's hope it stays like this till weekend. 'Two Tribes' still No.1 for 7th week!
25th July 1984
This weather is getting too much for me to handle. The sun is incredibly hot. No, in fact it was slightly cooler today than it has been cos of the breeze. Still hot in Accounts. It is all year round though in there. Reps Post today. It was ace not having to do that last week. I'm sick to death of it now cos I've been doing it too long. Anyway, there will be 2 new girls starting next week on schemes (that is if they turn up). Went with Colin to Rammy & all his mates there. What a riot.
26th July 1984
Mick Jagger's Birthday. I didn't hear any Rolling Stones records on the radio. Typical! Quite surprised walking to work cos it was dull! Not for long though, but it has been a lot cooler, which is miles better now that I'm back at work. Only just made it cos I felt pretty rough from last night's beer. Clive 'Soil' is just too much. Not as busy today & glad cos I didn't feel like working much anyway. After watching Frankie Goes to Hollywood & Queen on TOTP went to Rammy with Wol & Lin. Pretty good.
27th July 1984
The weather changed for the worse today. There was terrible low cloud the whole time and it rained a few minutes. It would've been better if it had rained all day to clear the air. At work invoiced out and balanced again. Whoopee! Colin rang me up again at dinner-time. I'm psychic you know - I knew he would. I told him I was gonna tell him off tomorrow cos of him telling Paul about me & in turn him spouting off to Linda. Friday Rock Show ace.
28th July 1984
Write up for new stylus. Didn't bother because I don't need one yet. My head really bugging me today because I've got one of those pigging migraines. I hate them. I nearly always get them when I go out with a lad, namely Colin this time, who I went to Town with, but not for long cos I wanted to go home and die. Bought Vangelis's 'Chariots of Fire' LP which is ace. If Linda doesn't come round tomorrow, not going to GPO Club cos Wol not going either. I'd be practically on my own. Can't 'ave that.
29th july 1984
Felt slightly better when I got up this morning. Couldn't eat all of my dinner even though it was good. Never mind, I made up for it at tea-time. God, I ate like a pig. Mum reckoned I should've stayed in yesterday instead of going to Town with Colin. Apparently, I wasn't in a very good mood because of this migraine I've got. Reckon Mum was right, as always. Rang Colin up from 'my second home' which looks slightly poorly. Bit like me. Anyway, I'm off to his house, Tuesday 7.30pm outside Squirrel.
30th July 1984
Didn't fancy going to work - especially when I learned that it was going to be rather hot today - only about 82 degrees! There's one good thing though, it's gonna be cooler tomorrow. Better bloody had cos I've been slightly hot at work. Poor Alwyn had two fans on and they didn't make a blind bit of difference. Tight eh? New office junior in but no-one on M-R - they'd better get someone - fast! At home did nowt but watch telly. Ace mini series on called 'V' in which aliens invade earth. Brill!
31st July 1984
Fun-packed day today (not really, just thought I'd write that to relieve the boredom). Not feeling much like work this week. I need a holiday! Not far off now kids! August w/c's to invoice out. Didn't balance but good old Avia found it for me. It was a typing error. Weather improved as day wore on. Apparently, down south they haven't had a proper downpour for 6 months. The reservoirs are drying up. I hope that doesn't happen here. Went to Colin's and came home to watch 'V.'
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1st June - 30th June 1984
1st June 1984
This week has gone quick because of just having four days to work. Wish it was like that every week! Ace! Funnily enough, today dragged. Mind you, it always does. Got invoices ready for Monday. Couldn't be bothered going on machine (Derek commented on the machine when he came upstairs - might've known seeing as he's computer mad). Sodding weather crap. Rained practically all day but sun made an appearance after tea. Thundered a bit too. Very warm. Hope tomorrow is a nice day.
2nd June 1984
DON'T FORGET TO GET UP EARLY AND GIVE WOLJ £5! Did both, which quite surprised me because I've had a memory like a sieve this week, probably because of my headache, which has been really bad. I'll have to get some Migraleve tablets next week if it doesn't go. It's bugging me, I don't know what I'm doing half the time. Didn't buy much today, I just wasn't in the mood. In fact, it said in my Stars that I should be saving, not spending. Dead right! Had ace time in Rammy.
3rd June 1984
Got up late to make up for yesterday. Just sat around doing Sweet FA today. If it wasn't for the hi-fi I'd go 'spare.' Anyway, there was plenty to read so I didn't get too bored. The weather was pretty weird - one minute the blazing sun was out, then there was torrential rain. It did this all day until about tea-time when there were a couple of thunder-claps. Bloody shit me up it did! Cleared the air though so that was some consolation. Went to GPO Club and Mark Turner's band 'Against the Grain' on. Ace they were.
4th June 1984
I tell you, I wish I had today off (holiday in Republic of Ireland). I'm into Bank Holiday Mondays. The next one isn't till bloody August. Anyway, I'll take next holiday in July sometime so that's not all that long off. I could do with another week off (already)! Honestly, I'm a lazy bugger at times! Been busiest today for ages because bag Joanne skiving again. Her boyfriend says she's got a 'blood disease' - likely story! I don't know why she doesn't get told about it. Anyway, Avia reckons I won't be doing Rep's Post, etc for long. Thank God for that!
5th June 1984
Got up before 7.30am today. Bloody 'ell I'm keen! I think it was because I was dying to go to the loo. Weather looked freezing cos it was dull and it'd been raining, but I was quite surprised at how warm it was, even though I had short sleeves. Did the tea-list right for the second day running. I mustn't let Joanne know when she comes back because the silly cow will try and make me do it all the time. She can sod off! I've got enough on my plate. Keep winding Derek up by giving him sweet smiles! Will have to stop it!
6th June 1984
Easy getting up again because I did bugger-all yesterday! Found out that Joanne has finally got the sack, so we won't be seeing her anymore. Pissed off with doing the tea-list, but in August they'll be taking 2 more on - one Junior and another to go on H-L drum. Meanwhile, I'll be moved onto S-Z drum, so that proves that the crappy jobs will be forced onto someone else, thank God! It's about time! I hope they won't be skivers like Joanne was. Actually remembered to watch 'Entertainment USA.'
7th June 1984
Today must've been the hottest and sunniest day we've had this year. It's been gorgeous. It was pretty warm first thing this morning, walking to work for a change. Ace! Jo told us today that we can't have extra money for working Joanne's drum cos we're not busy anyway, and we're getting new staff in, in August! Shit! It was bitch Jill Cawte that said Accounts are 'slack' to Jo. Who's she to say that? Admin are the worsed of the lot for sitting around talking. Went out tonight to Rammy with Lin and Wol. Not very good.
8th June 1984
Sunny again this morning - and it stayed that way all day. Things are looking up, folks! It's about time the weather improved. Only me, Diane and Clare on drums. Sue had day off, the lucky bugger - bet she'll look like a prune on Monday. On that day I'll be moved to S-Z drum, not that I'm bothered, cos eventually someone new will be doing post, etc, NOT me! Got it done in record time again and saw my 'boyfriend(!)' Derek in Packing. Aah! At home watched Phil Collins and Billy Joel in seperate concerts. Got Fri Connection right 2nd week running.
9th June 1984
Dead chuffed when I got up this morning cos the sun was shining again. Ace! There were no clouds about either so if I'd wanted to I could've sunbathed all afternoon. Went to Town with Wol and Anj instead. Still got sunburned walking around. Apparently, Wol saw Kevin last night in Rammy and he's invited us both to the Rammy & a party afterwards. Told her I wasn't going cos I'd only be in the way. Very depressed after that. Got pissed at home instead with 4 cans of Heineken.
10th June 1984
Had an ace sleep last night which is why I didn't have a headache when I got up. Glad about that. Kevin completely out of my mind now, so I'll try not to be in a 'mood' in futute. Probably will cos I don't know myself what I'm like from one day to the next. Sun didn't come out till about 3 this afternoon. Mad about that because I wanted to get my legs brown. Never mind, I'll hopefully get another chance. GPO Club tonight & ace band on called 'Blind Eve.' Bunch of Scousers.
11th June 1984
The weekend was pretty good so I didn't feel like getting up for work - plus the fact I now have to do the tea-list because of Joanne 'going.' Never mind, at least I'm on S-Z drum at last. It's good on there because you rarely get bored seeing as there's more work to do. Loads of orders came through and also invoiced out. £20 out but that was the tape (Diane did that)! So I balanced really - chuffed! Moved Marillion/Fish pictures to new drum. Couldn't leave those behind. 'Scully' on telly really ace.
12th June 1984
Breakfast in bed at 7.15am. That's Mum! Anyway, it made me get up. Weather not bad to start with but as the day wore on it became very dull. Rained at night. I hope it doesn't rain when me, Wol and Lin go out Thursday. Had plenty to do on S-Z drum today. Work seems to come from nowhere. Clare not pleased about new 'rota' idea arranged by Jackie. It's bloody tough! It's about time she 'mucked in' with the rest of us. Took jeans round to Wol to be taken in for Thurs.
13th June 1984
Mum brought my breakfast up at 5 past 7 this morning. Woke me up, though. Had time to record a few things before going to work. Done loads of tapes this week! It's because I'm sick of struggling to pick a record out of my ace collection! So I've now got most of the songs I like on tape. Awful weather. It rained practically all day but it was worse later on. It's like October. What a contrast to last Saturday's weather. Beautiful that was! Unexciting day at work.
14th June 1984
Rick's Birthday. Couldn't care less after what I received this morning - a letter off Adam Stone of National Panasonic. He wants to meet me in Blackpool this summer! It's gone to my head cos I've even photocopied the letter and sellotaped it on one of my drawers at work! He wants a photo of me but I haven't any recent ones so I'll have to wait for one from Teresa's camera. I've, in turn, asked him for one in my next letter. Talk about rabbit on. Went to Criterion & Stanley Arms.
15th June 1984
Weather miles better today than it has been all week. Posted letter to my mate Adam. Hope he replies. Exciting, isn't it? It all happened at work this morning. Poor Clare got the sack for complaining about the rota business early this week. She was really upset - and so was Diane. Sue won't find out till Monday cos she's off today. Two sackings in two weeks, I can't handle it. As long as we all share the workload then it'll be better. Trouble is, our wages won't increase. That's no surprise is it? Glad to get home & relax.
16th June 1984
Got up earlier today because I wanted to go to the Halifax and the place shuts at around 11.30am so I had to move it! Got £41 in now. £40 more than I had before I went in. I want a leather jacket for the winter y'see. Didn't go to Town cos I would've had to go on my own and I hate that. Waited for the sun to come out and it didn't until around tea-time. Bloody hot too. Rang Wol up (eventually - Anj rang her about men - typical - so engaged). Wol went with lover-boy so I stayed in.
17th June 1984
Mum's birthday. Frankie Goes to Hollywood No.1 (straight in) with ace 'Two Tribes.' Ace song that. Recorded when chart came on. Got up late to make up for getting up early yesterday. Didn't do much again. Thought a lot about work without Clare. I can't see Sue taking the news well tomorrow unless Diane's already told her. It's going to be weird walking in tomorrow and not seeing Clare. It wasn't as though she skived like Joanne. Anyway, this can't go on for much longer. Everyone is in a bad mood.
18th June 1984
How I hate Mondays! Especially today cos I knew I'd be busy seeing as there's hardly anyone in Accounts! Lisa not coming in till tomorrow now - Betty reckons she's gone home to 'think again' about working at Starline! I don't blame her if she has. God it was dead today. There was only me and Sue on the drums! Talk about quiet! Sue said, 'At least there's no-one smoking now that Clare's gone!' Typical of her, that comment. Sun out all day. Went in at tea-time.
19th June 1984
Weather improved a lot today - especially this afternoon. Lovely sunshine. Fingers crossed for a nice weekend. Lisa at work today and she's alright. She seemed to cope quite well. It must've been daunting for her at first, to go on the drum. It was for me! Avia's teaching her so she should be alright. Hope so! Terees took 4 photos of me from Michelle's disc camera. Hope they turn out well. Joan back off her hols and she looks really well. So does Val. What a tan. Same No.1.
20th June 1984
In a much better mood today because the weather was wonderful. 'Bout time! Sunny all day and it even stayed out for when I was at home. Mustn't go on about it or else, it'll - y'know - that wet stuff, so I'd best shut up. Very hot at work so at dinner-time and this afternoon break sat outside with Debs for some air. Did me a world of good. Lisa helped with post and she was pretty good I'm pleased to point out. I wish Adam would hurry up and write back - got one off Delaine and Panasonic (stylus temporarily out of stock).
21st June 1984
I was so glad it was Friday today. It's been a long week. Very windy and it's gone cooler - not cold though. Sun hardly shone. I hope the weekend is better. Received a letter off Adam and it's ace! He goes on about what he looks like - he's 5ft, 10 stone with a spikey haircut that's got 2 colours (black and platinum blonde) with a plait running down the back. He sounds like a weird lad - oh, he's 20 and yet another Gemini! Can't get rid of them. Tired.
22nd June 1984
This should've been written today (pointing to yesterday) and vice versa. I knew I'd do that - I'm bloody thick at times. Well, anyway, not much happened really. The weather was lovely but very hot. Couldn't cool down at all. Lisa doing alright at work. I thought she would cos she's keen. Apparently, she's nearly eighteen. She doesn't look it. Michelle has taken another piccy for Adam of me. I hope they all turn out well. Watched TOTP. I love that No.1 by Frankie 'Relax.' Went out pubbing it later on.
23rd June 1984
Should've stayed in bed later today. Waste of time getting up because I did bugger-all. Was going to buy the new Bruce Springsteen LP but I felt so rough I didn't bother. The weather was foul too. Rained practically all day so that's another reason I didn't go. Played hi-fi to keep my spirits up. The American Chart Show was good - apart from the No.1 which is pathetic Duran Duran. Why that 'Reflex' single is so popular I'll never know. I don't know anyone who likes them. At least Frankie Goes to Hollywood are No.1 here.
24th June 1984
My writing is terrible isn't it? Especially yesterday's. It looks as if I've written it with my right hand - it's more like a 5 year olds innit? Believe it or not, today was even more boring than yesterday. Mind you, it is a Sunday so that's no surprise. The weather was horrible again. It it's nice again tomorrow (has been for past 3 weeks) I'll be VERY annoyed! It better improve for my next holiday which is about 3 weeks away. Chart miles better that it has been lately.
25th June 1984
WIMBLEDON starts today. Had a boring weekend but I still didn't want to get up this morning! I don't know how I manage to at times. Wind outside woke me up - I must've been mad going without a coat. I don't care if I get a cold, sod it! Kept busy at work which isn't unusual for first day back. The HEATING was back on this morning! Bloody 'ell, even Sue was hot! Soon turned it off. Glad to get home. Watched bit of Wimbledon. Wol came round so watched 'Scully' with her. I hope Lee is in Rammy Friday.
26th June 1984
It was like a Monday again getting up this morning. What a drag! I'm getting worse. God knows what I'll be like once we get busy. I need a holiday! That'll be coming up in about 3 weeks time. Ace! Weather better be good. In fact it was quite nice today. At least the sun came out occassionally - especially around tea-time. Lovely and warm then. Didn't last long though so settled in front room to watch Wimbledon. I love it. Can't wait till Finals.
27th June 1984
Got up a bit easier today. God knows why cos I was knackered! Didn't have a very exciting day at work - mainly because it was the dreaded Reps Post again. That's the best thing about having a holiday - knowing that some other Mug has to do the Reps Post and not me! Ace! Today wasn't too bad cos there were a few on holiday. Securicor man made me laugh messing around with a ruler/calculator/clock! Bloody thing! Watched Wimbledon.
28th June 1984
Nearly went back to sleep again this morning. Should've done really because I wouldn't have missed much at work. Only the fact that we're invoicing out - AND we had to watch a boring animated film about computers that was out of date! Typical! They've got to fork out for some up-to-date ones now! Honestly, Starline is so disorganised! The weather improved tremendously this afternoon cos the sun STAYED out! Not 90 degrees though - cold wind. Watched TOTP which was good plus wonderful Wimbledon. Love it!
29th June 1984
Midsummer Nights' Tube - tonight. Wol & Lin coming around 8-ish. The only exciting moment at work today was balancing my invoices on S-Z drum. Ace! There was about £10,000 worth as well (2 sheets). Everyone mucked in with Reps Post. Glad Lisa got the hang of it. She's done really well this week so, with some luck, they'll keep her. Was going to go up Town but changed my mind. Glad cos Lee not in Rammy & was gonna get sandals cos of him! Good night.
30th June 1984
Only watched bit of The Tube last night - crap! There was only Frankie Goes to Hollywood any good - and they were on last. Glad I didn't stay in. Last night Mum & Dad walked in Rammy with eccentric Albert & Lena (& Michael, who looks and acts like Bobby Ball). I nearly died. We went (me, Wol & Lin) to Criterion after. Today there was beautiful sunshine all day. Makes a change. Went to Town & bought a few things including sandals - NOT the dear ones from Humpages but some blue 'uns from Saxone that tie round ankle. Damn sight cheaper too!
This week has gone quick because of just having four days to work. Wish it was like that every week! Ace! Funnily enough, today dragged. Mind you, it always does. Got invoices ready for Monday. Couldn't be bothered going on machine (Derek commented on the machine when he came upstairs - might've known seeing as he's computer mad). Sodding weather crap. Rained practically all day but sun made an appearance after tea. Thundered a bit too. Very warm. Hope tomorrow is a nice day.
2nd June 1984
DON'T FORGET TO GET UP EARLY AND GIVE WOLJ £5! Did both, which quite surprised me because I've had a memory like a sieve this week, probably because of my headache, which has been really bad. I'll have to get some Migraleve tablets next week if it doesn't go. It's bugging me, I don't know what I'm doing half the time. Didn't buy much today, I just wasn't in the mood. In fact, it said in my Stars that I should be saving, not spending. Dead right! Had ace time in Rammy.
3rd June 1984
Got up late to make up for yesterday. Just sat around doing Sweet FA today. If it wasn't for the hi-fi I'd go 'spare.' Anyway, there was plenty to read so I didn't get too bored. The weather was pretty weird - one minute the blazing sun was out, then there was torrential rain. It did this all day until about tea-time when there were a couple of thunder-claps. Bloody shit me up it did! Cleared the air though so that was some consolation. Went to GPO Club and Mark Turner's band 'Against the Grain' on. Ace they were.
4th June 1984
I tell you, I wish I had today off (holiday in Republic of Ireland). I'm into Bank Holiday Mondays. The next one isn't till bloody August. Anyway, I'll take next holiday in July sometime so that's not all that long off. I could do with another week off (already)! Honestly, I'm a lazy bugger at times! Been busiest today for ages because bag Joanne skiving again. Her boyfriend says she's got a 'blood disease' - likely story! I don't know why she doesn't get told about it. Anyway, Avia reckons I won't be doing Rep's Post, etc for long. Thank God for that!
5th June 1984
Got up before 7.30am today. Bloody 'ell I'm keen! I think it was because I was dying to go to the loo. Weather looked freezing cos it was dull and it'd been raining, but I was quite surprised at how warm it was, even though I had short sleeves. Did the tea-list right for the second day running. I mustn't let Joanne know when she comes back because the silly cow will try and make me do it all the time. She can sod off! I've got enough on my plate. Keep winding Derek up by giving him sweet smiles! Will have to stop it!
6th June 1984
Easy getting up again because I did bugger-all yesterday! Found out that Joanne has finally got the sack, so we won't be seeing her anymore. Pissed off with doing the tea-list, but in August they'll be taking 2 more on - one Junior and another to go on H-L drum. Meanwhile, I'll be moved onto S-Z drum, so that proves that the crappy jobs will be forced onto someone else, thank God! It's about time! I hope they won't be skivers like Joanne was. Actually remembered to watch 'Entertainment USA.'
7th June 1984
Today must've been the hottest and sunniest day we've had this year. It's been gorgeous. It was pretty warm first thing this morning, walking to work for a change. Ace! Jo told us today that we can't have extra money for working Joanne's drum cos we're not busy anyway, and we're getting new staff in, in August! Shit! It was bitch Jill Cawte that said Accounts are 'slack' to Jo. Who's she to say that? Admin are the worsed of the lot for sitting around talking. Went out tonight to Rammy with Lin and Wol. Not very good.
8th June 1984
Sunny again this morning - and it stayed that way all day. Things are looking up, folks! It's about time the weather improved. Only me, Diane and Clare on drums. Sue had day off, the lucky bugger - bet she'll look like a prune on Monday. On that day I'll be moved to S-Z drum, not that I'm bothered, cos eventually someone new will be doing post, etc, NOT me! Got it done in record time again and saw my 'boyfriend(!)' Derek in Packing. Aah! At home watched Phil Collins and Billy Joel in seperate concerts. Got Fri Connection right 2nd week running.
9th June 1984
Dead chuffed when I got up this morning cos the sun was shining again. Ace! There were no clouds about either so if I'd wanted to I could've sunbathed all afternoon. Went to Town with Wol and Anj instead. Still got sunburned walking around. Apparently, Wol saw Kevin last night in Rammy and he's invited us both to the Rammy & a party afterwards. Told her I wasn't going cos I'd only be in the way. Very depressed after that. Got pissed at home instead with 4 cans of Heineken.
10th June 1984
Had an ace sleep last night which is why I didn't have a headache when I got up. Glad about that. Kevin completely out of my mind now, so I'll try not to be in a 'mood' in futute. Probably will cos I don't know myself what I'm like from one day to the next. Sun didn't come out till about 3 this afternoon. Mad about that because I wanted to get my legs brown. Never mind, I'll hopefully get another chance. GPO Club tonight & ace band on called 'Blind Eve.' Bunch of Scousers.
11th June 1984
The weekend was pretty good so I didn't feel like getting up for work - plus the fact I now have to do the tea-list because of Joanne 'going.' Never mind, at least I'm on S-Z drum at last. It's good on there because you rarely get bored seeing as there's more work to do. Loads of orders came through and also invoiced out. £20 out but that was the tape (Diane did that)! So I balanced really - chuffed! Moved Marillion/Fish pictures to new drum. Couldn't leave those behind. 'Scully' on telly really ace.
12th June 1984
Breakfast in bed at 7.15am. That's Mum! Anyway, it made me get up. Weather not bad to start with but as the day wore on it became very dull. Rained at night. I hope it doesn't rain when me, Wol and Lin go out Thursday. Had plenty to do on S-Z drum today. Work seems to come from nowhere. Clare not pleased about new 'rota' idea arranged by Jackie. It's bloody tough! It's about time she 'mucked in' with the rest of us. Took jeans round to Wol to be taken in for Thurs.
13th June 1984
Mum brought my breakfast up at 5 past 7 this morning. Woke me up, though. Had time to record a few things before going to work. Done loads of tapes this week! It's because I'm sick of struggling to pick a record out of my ace collection! So I've now got most of the songs I like on tape. Awful weather. It rained practically all day but it was worse later on. It's like October. What a contrast to last Saturday's weather. Beautiful that was! Unexciting day at work.
14th June 1984
Rick's Birthday. Couldn't care less after what I received this morning - a letter off Adam Stone of National Panasonic. He wants to meet me in Blackpool this summer! It's gone to my head cos I've even photocopied the letter and sellotaped it on one of my drawers at work! He wants a photo of me but I haven't any recent ones so I'll have to wait for one from Teresa's camera. I've, in turn, asked him for one in my next letter. Talk about rabbit on. Went to Criterion & Stanley Arms.
15th June 1984
Weather miles better today than it has been all week. Posted letter to my mate Adam. Hope he replies. Exciting, isn't it? It all happened at work this morning. Poor Clare got the sack for complaining about the rota business early this week. She was really upset - and so was Diane. Sue won't find out till Monday cos she's off today. Two sackings in two weeks, I can't handle it. As long as we all share the workload then it'll be better. Trouble is, our wages won't increase. That's no surprise is it? Glad to get home & relax.
16th June 1984
Got up earlier today because I wanted to go to the Halifax and the place shuts at around 11.30am so I had to move it! Got £41 in now. £40 more than I had before I went in. I want a leather jacket for the winter y'see. Didn't go to Town cos I would've had to go on my own and I hate that. Waited for the sun to come out and it didn't until around tea-time. Bloody hot too. Rang Wol up (eventually - Anj rang her about men - typical - so engaged). Wol went with lover-boy so I stayed in.
17th June 1984
Mum's birthday. Frankie Goes to Hollywood No.1 (straight in) with ace 'Two Tribes.' Ace song that. Recorded when chart came on. Got up late to make up for getting up early yesterday. Didn't do much again. Thought a lot about work without Clare. I can't see Sue taking the news well tomorrow unless Diane's already told her. It's going to be weird walking in tomorrow and not seeing Clare. It wasn't as though she skived like Joanne. Anyway, this can't go on for much longer. Everyone is in a bad mood.
18th June 1984
How I hate Mondays! Especially today cos I knew I'd be busy seeing as there's hardly anyone in Accounts! Lisa not coming in till tomorrow now - Betty reckons she's gone home to 'think again' about working at Starline! I don't blame her if she has. God it was dead today. There was only me and Sue on the drums! Talk about quiet! Sue said, 'At least there's no-one smoking now that Clare's gone!' Typical of her, that comment. Sun out all day. Went in at tea-time.
19th June 1984
Weather improved a lot today - especially this afternoon. Lovely sunshine. Fingers crossed for a nice weekend. Lisa at work today and she's alright. She seemed to cope quite well. It must've been daunting for her at first, to go on the drum. It was for me! Avia's teaching her so she should be alright. Hope so! Terees took 4 photos of me from Michelle's disc camera. Hope they turn out well. Joan back off her hols and she looks really well. So does Val. What a tan. Same No.1.
20th June 1984
In a much better mood today because the weather was wonderful. 'Bout time! Sunny all day and it even stayed out for when I was at home. Mustn't go on about it or else, it'll - y'know - that wet stuff, so I'd best shut up. Very hot at work so at dinner-time and this afternoon break sat outside with Debs for some air. Did me a world of good. Lisa helped with post and she was pretty good I'm pleased to point out. I wish Adam would hurry up and write back - got one off Delaine and Panasonic (stylus temporarily out of stock).
21st June 1984
I was so glad it was Friday today. It's been a long week. Very windy and it's gone cooler - not cold though. Sun hardly shone. I hope the weekend is better. Received a letter off Adam and it's ace! He goes on about what he looks like - he's 5ft, 10 stone with a spikey haircut that's got 2 colours (black and platinum blonde) with a plait running down the back. He sounds like a weird lad - oh, he's 20 and yet another Gemini! Can't get rid of them. Tired.
22nd June 1984
This should've been written today (pointing to yesterday) and vice versa. I knew I'd do that - I'm bloody thick at times. Well, anyway, not much happened really. The weather was lovely but very hot. Couldn't cool down at all. Lisa doing alright at work. I thought she would cos she's keen. Apparently, she's nearly eighteen. She doesn't look it. Michelle has taken another piccy for Adam of me. I hope they all turn out well. Watched TOTP. I love that No.1 by Frankie 'Relax.' Went out pubbing it later on.
23rd June 1984
Should've stayed in bed later today. Waste of time getting up because I did bugger-all. Was going to buy the new Bruce Springsteen LP but I felt so rough I didn't bother. The weather was foul too. Rained practically all day so that's another reason I didn't go. Played hi-fi to keep my spirits up. The American Chart Show was good - apart from the No.1 which is pathetic Duran Duran. Why that 'Reflex' single is so popular I'll never know. I don't know anyone who likes them. At least Frankie Goes to Hollywood are No.1 here.
24th June 1984
My writing is terrible isn't it? Especially yesterday's. It looks as if I've written it with my right hand - it's more like a 5 year olds innit? Believe it or not, today was even more boring than yesterday. Mind you, it is a Sunday so that's no surprise. The weather was horrible again. It it's nice again tomorrow (has been for past 3 weeks) I'll be VERY annoyed! It better improve for my next holiday which is about 3 weeks away. Chart miles better that it has been lately.
25th June 1984
WIMBLEDON starts today. Had a boring weekend but I still didn't want to get up this morning! I don't know how I manage to at times. Wind outside woke me up - I must've been mad going without a coat. I don't care if I get a cold, sod it! Kept busy at work which isn't unusual for first day back. The HEATING was back on this morning! Bloody 'ell, even Sue was hot! Soon turned it off. Glad to get home. Watched bit of Wimbledon. Wol came round so watched 'Scully' with her. I hope Lee is in Rammy Friday.
26th June 1984
It was like a Monday again getting up this morning. What a drag! I'm getting worse. God knows what I'll be like once we get busy. I need a holiday! That'll be coming up in about 3 weeks time. Ace! Weather better be good. In fact it was quite nice today. At least the sun came out occassionally - especially around tea-time. Lovely and warm then. Didn't last long though so settled in front room to watch Wimbledon. I love it. Can't wait till Finals.
27th June 1984
Got up a bit easier today. God knows why cos I was knackered! Didn't have a very exciting day at work - mainly because it was the dreaded Reps Post again. That's the best thing about having a holiday - knowing that some other Mug has to do the Reps Post and not me! Ace! Today wasn't too bad cos there were a few on holiday. Securicor man made me laugh messing around with a ruler/calculator/clock! Bloody thing! Watched Wimbledon.
28th June 1984
Nearly went back to sleep again this morning. Should've done really because I wouldn't have missed much at work. Only the fact that we're invoicing out - AND we had to watch a boring animated film about computers that was out of date! Typical! They've got to fork out for some up-to-date ones now! Honestly, Starline is so disorganised! The weather improved tremendously this afternoon cos the sun STAYED out! Not 90 degrees though - cold wind. Watched TOTP which was good plus wonderful Wimbledon. Love it!
29th June 1984
Midsummer Nights' Tube - tonight. Wol & Lin coming around 8-ish. The only exciting moment at work today was balancing my invoices on S-Z drum. Ace! There was about £10,000 worth as well (2 sheets). Everyone mucked in with Reps Post. Glad Lisa got the hang of it. She's done really well this week so, with some luck, they'll keep her. Was going to go up Town but changed my mind. Glad cos Lee not in Rammy & was gonna get sandals cos of him! Good night.
30th June 1984
Only watched bit of The Tube last night - crap! There was only Frankie Goes to Hollywood any good - and they were on last. Glad I didn't stay in. Last night Mum & Dad walked in Rammy with eccentric Albert & Lena (& Michael, who looks and acts like Bobby Ball). I nearly died. We went (me, Wol & Lin) to Criterion after. Today there was beautiful sunshine all day. Makes a change. Went to Town & bought a few things including sandals - NOT the dear ones from Humpages but some blue 'uns from Saxone that tie round ankle. Damn sight cheaper too!
Wednesday, 14 October 2009
1st May - 31st May 1984
1st May 1984
Wolj coming round. Woke up to hazey sunshine this morning - not into that at all! Does my head in. At least it wasn't hot so my head wasn't affected. Annoyed everyone with tape recorder so when the dull weather comes I don't think I'll bother taking it anymore. Only saw 'Bubbles' once today but that got me excited! My God he's ace! I don't think he'll be over the road for a while because him and his mate have only got a bit to do. Get 'em over at Starline! Taped few of Woljes' records.
2nd May 1984
The weather still hasn't changed. The weathermen said it would today. Mind you it was dull for about 45mins - and there was a spot of rain. That soon went though and the sun was out again after break. It's a lot cooler though but bearable. I wish the sun wasn't hazey, I can't be doing with it. Had a hairy moment this afternoon because the Bulletin was late for the Rep's Post! I balanced invoicing out (there weren't many though). New No.1, crappy Duran Duran.
3rd May 1984
Same as yesterday - it's STILL sunny. I'm not complaining, though. Someone at work said we're in for another drought like the one in '76. Bloody great, I hope we get sent home from work (chance would be a fine thing). Not much to do at work. Had a good laugh though. I'm bugging everyone with my tape recorder. Joanne says that I can swap it with her Personal Stereo if Mark will let her - hope so. Went to Rammy with Lin and Wolj and had a good time.
4th May 1984
MUST ring Wol up tonight 6pm, about Sunday trip on coach. The sunshine was hazey again today and very warm by about 2pm. This morning though it was bloody freezing. Can't weigh it up. Anyway, the weathermen have changed their minds about the rain. They say that the whole weekend will be fun of sunshine. Wonderful! Must watch my money this weekend because I've been VERY skint this week and I hate it! Mustn't be extravagant ever again! Bored tonight.
5th May 1984
Received a letter this morning from the Twisted Sister Merchandising place. Couldn't believe it. They need more info concerning the cheque I sent last year so hopefully Mum will be able to find out what date she sent the £4.50 cheque off. Hope I get something - soon! Didn't go to Town but sat in back garden for a while to get some air - and to save some money for tomorrow's trip to the Lakes. Should be fun! Listened to lots of stuff on hi-fi and had bath.
6th May 1984
Trip to the Lakes! Had to get up early because the coach came just after 10am. Ace coach too - brand new. Journey there took a while but not too long. There was some lovely scenery once we got to the Lakes. Stopped in Keswick for 2.1/2 hours to walk round. Bought ring from there. Saw loads of Heavies but Mum & Dad saw most of 'em in Pub. Me & Wol just walked past it - typical. Also stopped at Coniston and got bracelet from there. Passed through a forest and the archery field in good old Lakeside! Didn't see Stuart anywhere though.
7th May 1984
OFF WORK! Steve Davis beat poor Jimmy White in Snooker Final. BASTARD! I wish we had Bank Holidays every week. Never mind, I'm off next week anyway - and there's a Bank Holiday after that too. I'm not daft! Went to Town with Wol and Anj today. Bought an ace £1.99(!) top from Burtons so I could afford a Bon Jovi album from Graffitti - price £5.65. Would've been a rip off if the record was crap but luckily it's brill so it was worth it. Sun out but the wind very cold. Not exactly T-shirt weather. At least it wasn't dull or raining.
8th May 1984
BACK TO WORK. What a day! First thing I did when I got there was to see how Joan is getting on in her new office (switched with Works Office). It seems strange now that everything's been switched round, but it's for the best. The weather was weird today. First thing this morning it was so cold my hands went bright red. Nippy or what! But by dinner-time it was red-hot, providing I was in the sunshine. In the shade it was about -10! Bit boring at work. It'll soon be my holiday anyhow.
9th May 1984
Bloody freezing walking to work this morning. Would've been a waste of time taking my cassette recorder cos I wouldn't of played it. Glad it warmed up later on but it's bad seeing it dull after all the sun we've had. Anyway, it's early days yet. At work had statements and Rep's Post to do to fill the time - which dragged when we had quiet moments. Marillion at No.23 in Chart with 'Assassing' which is the most commercial song on the LP I reckon. Hope it does well.
10th May 1984
The weather was crappy again this morning. Didn't fancy getting up because of it. When I got to work Carrie advised me not to see anyone downstairs before quarter to nine. Bloody great! So what I'm going to do tomorrow is make sure that I get to work just before quarter to. Bugger 'em! Only exciting thing I did today was to invoice out and BALANCE! Whoopee! Nowt to do after that. Everyone took it in turns to skive and no-one bothered.
11th May 1984
In a bad mood cos Marillion are highest new entry (23) in Chart and they didn't appear on TOTP last night! I was livid! Queen were on but didn't make up for it because 'Assassing' is ace, not like that 'Reflex' crap by Duran 'druggies' Duran. God that's boring! Today was very quiet this morning and when Diane and Sue left at dinner (1/2 day) it was dead! The Rep's Post was the main job to do today, as always on a Friday. The sun appeared again but I wish the wind would go.
12th May 1984
Got up around 11-ish. Had bath and then sat around waiting for hair to dry. Rang Wolj up who said she wasn't going to Town so I went with Mum instead. Bought bell-chain like mine but smaller for £10 for Dan! Glad he likes it or I would've wasted my money! The sun was at its best at tea-time (like yesterday). When it went in it was bloody freezing. I wish it would get much warmer. Went out tonight with Wol and Lin to the Rammy. Dead early on but at around 10-ish it was packed.
13th May 1984
PISSED! Got up for dinner which wasn't a hot one - just chicken and lettuce butties for a change. Sun out all day but the wind was really cold - like February! Came in to clean my records with my 'roller.' Haven't done that for a while. They're spotless now. Listened to a few ace records. I love that Bon Jovi LP. The chart show was crap apart from Marillion & a couple of others. Went to Rammy & better than Sat.
14th May 1984
Couldn't believe that it was Monday again today. It was awful having to go because it was ideal sunbathing weather. Everyone looked glum like me and Clare didn't speak for about half an hour. What an atmosphere! The day dragged and I was very relieved when 5pm finally came round. Sat in sun in extension and fell asleep! I think it's because I had a crap sleep last night. Terrible it was, because both 'the woos' on my bed and I couldn't move! On telly new series 'Scully' started. Writer is one who wrote 'Boys from the Blackstuff.'
15th May 1984
Go round to Woljes tonight with tape. The weather not as good as yesterday. The sun we had was hazey (which wasn't much). It was very warm inside but on the way home it was bloody freezing! Can't weigh it up, this daft weather. Very boring day cos there was bugger-all to do. Sue didn't do anything at all the lazy cow. Typed a couple of letters for Lesley. Quite liked doing that - and I got em right (big 'ed)! Ate like a pig all day (that's nowt new). Went to Woljes & she's taped some stuff again.
16th May 1984
Didn't fancy going to work again. It's getting bad this isn't it? Anyway, I don't think I'll miss much when I'm off work next week because this week has been DEAD! i actually enjoyed doing the Rep's Post because it was WORK! I would've gone spare if I'd gone all day without doing a spot of work! Loud-mouth Debbie has told Derek (Del I like to call him - Derek is so naff). Whether he believes her (about me liking him) I don't know. Went to Rammy with Wol & Linda.
17th May 1984
Getting nearer to my holiday, folks. I hope it drags like hell! The weather has improved slightly even though it's been raining. It's because the wind has dropped and it's warmer now, thank God. I thought Winter was coming back, the week's been so bad. I'll kill that Debbie Rowe - she's been mouthin' off to Del about me again. She said he didn't say 'owt. Thank God for that - he's probably really looking forward to studying Computer Science in Sept. MARILLION video to 'Assassing' on TOTP. My God, Fish was ace!!!
18th May 1984
Ring up Sinfonia at dinner-time to enquire about the Bernie Torme album which I ordered last Saturday. Not got it yet - shit. I know I promised myself to write down everything on each line but I just can't be arsed and the day was unexciting anyway.
BYE!
19th May 1984
ALL I CAN SAY TODAY IS - DEREK IS NAFF - COME BACK RICK ALL IS FORGIVEN. I LOVE YOU! Anyone's better than Derek, and his mates are even worse. Double naff!!!!
20th May 1984
I'm really annoyed about breaking my promise to fill in every line of this diary (see yesterday). Anyway, I wasn't prepared to write about another 'failed romance.' How could I have gone out with Derek? I just can't get over it. Anyway, with a bit of luck he won't say anything at work, but I'm definitely not saying 'owt when I go back. Was going to go to GPO Club tonight but I realised that Rick goes there every week and I just can't face him. I've chickened out.
21st May 1984
HOLIDAY ALL THIS WEEK. 'BOUT TIME!! Was going to get up early but changed my mind - after all I am on holiday. It wasn't too late though. 'Started' anyway so I had to get up. Stomach bad all afternoon. Even though the weather was naff I was glad to be at home because I didn't feel well! Same old story isn't it? Never mind, I'll hopefully be better by about Wednesday when Wol coming. Played tapes and recorded things. Watched ace 'Scully' on box. Dead funny that!
22nd May 1984
Got up at midday today. Glad really cos I'm not as bored then, the day passes quicker. Not much to write about really. You know I'm so lazy it's untrue. I behave like an invalid when I'm on and that's stupid. I'm giving in then aren't I? Anyway, Wol might ask me to to to Town or something tomorrow. Knowing me I'll say no. I'm definitely not going to the Rammy tomorrow night - I'll wait til Saturday I think. Makes a change, saving my money.
23rd May 1984
DANNY'S 17TH BIRTHDAY. Wol coming round this afternoon. Got up early this morning because the weather was an improvement on yesterday's disaster. Lovely and sunny but still windy so couldn't really sit out in it, although it was warm in the extension. Does cheer me up when sun out. Wol came round and I told her I'll go to Town on Saturday and I'll also go out to Rammy tomorrow night. After Wol went bit dull really but things soon livened up when Spurs played Anderlecht in UEFA Cup Final. Went to Penalties and Spurs goalie had to save one and he did! Bloody ace!
24th May 1984
Got up late today and wished I hadn't because it does my head in. Day dragged even though I did get up late. Anyway, I'll soon be back at work (shit)! I think it's been boring this week but I still don't wanna go back to work. Funny innit? The sun was out but not hot outside cos of wind. Alright in extension though. Played hi-fi a lot but not all afternoon cos head done in. Saw Status Quo on TOTP and they were ace. Went to Queens & Rammy with Wol and Lin.
25th May 1984
Up late again because of going out last night. God knows how I manage to go to work after going out the night before. Bloody mug, that's what I am! Never mind, anything is better than the dole. Sun was bugging me because it keeps going behind clouds, the sod! Trust it to stay out when I went to have my hair permed at Terri's Hair Salon on Devonshire Road. Terri is a right laugh (by the way he's queer - what a waste of an ace body)! Did ace job of hair. I added extra quid to the £11.50 he charged.
26th May 1984
Got up around half 11-ish as usual. Hair looked 'boxified' so I washed it which flattened it out a bit. Looks much better now, getting used to it as well, thank God! Went to Town with Wolj and bought yet another pair of jeans from Dorothy Perkins. Had to go back cos too big so changed em for a size 8. Bloody nuisance, it's cos I've lost weight! Also picked up Bernie Torme record I ordered 2 weeks ago. Dead chuffed with it! Wolj came round later on to go to Rammy in rain. There was an extension (Rick there) & got really pissed! Good night though!
27th May 1984
Felt rough when I finally got up around quarter past eleven. In fact I woke up really early, it's just that I couldn't be arsed getting up! Should've stayed in bed cos later on I had a lie down cos of my bad head anyway. Glad that cleared up - I can't handle cider y'know - terrible stuff! Got shit scared about going to GPO Club cos Rick said he'd be there. Really nervous I was, but luckily Wolj came round and said she'd rather go in Rammy so we did. Digger and more of Rick's mates there but Rick at GPO Club.
28th May 1984
OFF WORK! Write up for new stylus. Don't need one yet! Well, folks, last day of my holiday and I don't fancy going back to work, even though it's been a crappy week (up til weekend). I'd love to be on the dole this time of year but I suppose it depends on what the weather is like. Anyway, went to Town again with Wol. Bought jeans which were too big so took 'em back and changed 'em for a size 8 - I'll have to put weight on - even those looking big round legs! Went to Rammy - dead compared to Saturday.
29th May 1984
Managed to force myself out of bed for work this morning, with great difficulty. For a start, I didn't feel well after last night's 'binge.' I had to clear all my sick up all over the bed. There were 2 reasons why I was sick - one was cider, the other was Kevin, who I feel guilty about fancying because Wol does. I just hope she doesn't end up with naff Brent. Even Gary is better than him (Gary's the one who would do anything to go out with Wol the twat - can't get rid of him). Will talk to Wol tomorrow night. Work fucking crap!!
30th May 1984
God I'm fed up of this headache of mine, plus the sunny weather! Why couldn't it have been like this last week. It annoys me! Anyway, fingers crossed for an ace weekend. I hope my head improves cos it's terrible at the moment. Wol rang up but I told her that I didn't want to go out tomorrow night, which didn't go down very well. I'm glad she was all right when I went round tonight because she was going to do a Jane Special and shut the door in my face. Had a laugh about naff Gary!
31st May 1984
Head still bad today. I really didn't know what triggers off these migraines. I think sometimes it might be when I get excited over going out, etc. Yes, I think that's it. I don't reckon junk food does it because I'd permanently have a headache. However, when I get them they depress me. Anyway, tried to work it off but to no avail. Not that much to do anyway. Weather making me bloody sick cos it's gorgeous and last week it was naff when I was off. Typical! Ace 'Elt' on TOTP.
Wolj coming round. Woke up to hazey sunshine this morning - not into that at all! Does my head in. At least it wasn't hot so my head wasn't affected. Annoyed everyone with tape recorder so when the dull weather comes I don't think I'll bother taking it anymore. Only saw 'Bubbles' once today but that got me excited! My God he's ace! I don't think he'll be over the road for a while because him and his mate have only got a bit to do. Get 'em over at Starline! Taped few of Woljes' records.
2nd May 1984
The weather still hasn't changed. The weathermen said it would today. Mind you it was dull for about 45mins - and there was a spot of rain. That soon went though and the sun was out again after break. It's a lot cooler though but bearable. I wish the sun wasn't hazey, I can't be doing with it. Had a hairy moment this afternoon because the Bulletin was late for the Rep's Post! I balanced invoicing out (there weren't many though). New No.1, crappy Duran Duran.
3rd May 1984
Same as yesterday - it's STILL sunny. I'm not complaining, though. Someone at work said we're in for another drought like the one in '76. Bloody great, I hope we get sent home from work (chance would be a fine thing). Not much to do at work. Had a good laugh though. I'm bugging everyone with my tape recorder. Joanne says that I can swap it with her Personal Stereo if Mark will let her - hope so. Went to Rammy with Lin and Wolj and had a good time.
4th May 1984
MUST ring Wol up tonight 6pm, about Sunday trip on coach. The sunshine was hazey again today and very warm by about 2pm. This morning though it was bloody freezing. Can't weigh it up. Anyway, the weathermen have changed their minds about the rain. They say that the whole weekend will be fun of sunshine. Wonderful! Must watch my money this weekend because I've been VERY skint this week and I hate it! Mustn't be extravagant ever again! Bored tonight.
5th May 1984
Received a letter this morning from the Twisted Sister Merchandising place. Couldn't believe it. They need more info concerning the cheque I sent last year so hopefully Mum will be able to find out what date she sent the £4.50 cheque off. Hope I get something - soon! Didn't go to Town but sat in back garden for a while to get some air - and to save some money for tomorrow's trip to the Lakes. Should be fun! Listened to lots of stuff on hi-fi and had bath.
6th May 1984
Trip to the Lakes! Had to get up early because the coach came just after 10am. Ace coach too - brand new. Journey there took a while but not too long. There was some lovely scenery once we got to the Lakes. Stopped in Keswick for 2.1/2 hours to walk round. Bought ring from there. Saw loads of Heavies but Mum & Dad saw most of 'em in Pub. Me & Wol just walked past it - typical. Also stopped at Coniston and got bracelet from there. Passed through a forest and the archery field in good old Lakeside! Didn't see Stuart anywhere though.
7th May 1984
OFF WORK! Steve Davis beat poor Jimmy White in Snooker Final. BASTARD! I wish we had Bank Holidays every week. Never mind, I'm off next week anyway - and there's a Bank Holiday after that too. I'm not daft! Went to Town with Wol and Anj today. Bought an ace £1.99(!) top from Burtons so I could afford a Bon Jovi album from Graffitti - price £5.65. Would've been a rip off if the record was crap but luckily it's brill so it was worth it. Sun out but the wind very cold. Not exactly T-shirt weather. At least it wasn't dull or raining.
8th May 1984
BACK TO WORK. What a day! First thing I did when I got there was to see how Joan is getting on in her new office (switched with Works Office). It seems strange now that everything's been switched round, but it's for the best. The weather was weird today. First thing this morning it was so cold my hands went bright red. Nippy or what! But by dinner-time it was red-hot, providing I was in the sunshine. In the shade it was about -10! Bit boring at work. It'll soon be my holiday anyhow.
9th May 1984
Bloody freezing walking to work this morning. Would've been a waste of time taking my cassette recorder cos I wouldn't of played it. Glad it warmed up later on but it's bad seeing it dull after all the sun we've had. Anyway, it's early days yet. At work had statements and Rep's Post to do to fill the time - which dragged when we had quiet moments. Marillion at No.23 in Chart with 'Assassing' which is the most commercial song on the LP I reckon. Hope it does well.
10th May 1984
The weather was crappy again this morning. Didn't fancy getting up because of it. When I got to work Carrie advised me not to see anyone downstairs before quarter to nine. Bloody great! So what I'm going to do tomorrow is make sure that I get to work just before quarter to. Bugger 'em! Only exciting thing I did today was to invoice out and BALANCE! Whoopee! Nowt to do after that. Everyone took it in turns to skive and no-one bothered.
11th May 1984
In a bad mood cos Marillion are highest new entry (23) in Chart and they didn't appear on TOTP last night! I was livid! Queen were on but didn't make up for it because 'Assassing' is ace, not like that 'Reflex' crap by Duran 'druggies' Duran. God that's boring! Today was very quiet this morning and when Diane and Sue left at dinner (1/2 day) it was dead! The Rep's Post was the main job to do today, as always on a Friday. The sun appeared again but I wish the wind would go.
12th May 1984
Got up around 11-ish. Had bath and then sat around waiting for hair to dry. Rang Wolj up who said she wasn't going to Town so I went with Mum instead. Bought bell-chain like mine but smaller for £10 for Dan! Glad he likes it or I would've wasted my money! The sun was at its best at tea-time (like yesterday). When it went in it was bloody freezing. I wish it would get much warmer. Went out tonight with Wol and Lin to the Rammy. Dead early on but at around 10-ish it was packed.
13th May 1984
PISSED! Got up for dinner which wasn't a hot one - just chicken and lettuce butties for a change. Sun out all day but the wind was really cold - like February! Came in to clean my records with my 'roller.' Haven't done that for a while. They're spotless now. Listened to a few ace records. I love that Bon Jovi LP. The chart show was crap apart from Marillion & a couple of others. Went to Rammy & better than Sat.
14th May 1984
Couldn't believe that it was Monday again today. It was awful having to go because it was ideal sunbathing weather. Everyone looked glum like me and Clare didn't speak for about half an hour. What an atmosphere! The day dragged and I was very relieved when 5pm finally came round. Sat in sun in extension and fell asleep! I think it's because I had a crap sleep last night. Terrible it was, because both 'the woos' on my bed and I couldn't move! On telly new series 'Scully' started. Writer is one who wrote 'Boys from the Blackstuff.'
15th May 1984
Go round to Woljes tonight with tape. The weather not as good as yesterday. The sun we had was hazey (which wasn't much). It was very warm inside but on the way home it was bloody freezing! Can't weigh it up, this daft weather. Very boring day cos there was bugger-all to do. Sue didn't do anything at all the lazy cow. Typed a couple of letters for Lesley. Quite liked doing that - and I got em right (big 'ed)! Ate like a pig all day (that's nowt new). Went to Woljes & she's taped some stuff again.
16th May 1984
Didn't fancy going to work again. It's getting bad this isn't it? Anyway, I don't think I'll miss much when I'm off work next week because this week has been DEAD! i actually enjoyed doing the Rep's Post because it was WORK! I would've gone spare if I'd gone all day without doing a spot of work! Loud-mouth Debbie has told Derek (Del I like to call him - Derek is so naff). Whether he believes her (about me liking him) I don't know. Went to Rammy with Wol & Linda.
17th May 1984
Getting nearer to my holiday, folks. I hope it drags like hell! The weather has improved slightly even though it's been raining. It's because the wind has dropped and it's warmer now, thank God. I thought Winter was coming back, the week's been so bad. I'll kill that Debbie Rowe - she's been mouthin' off to Del about me again. She said he didn't say 'owt. Thank God for that - he's probably really looking forward to studying Computer Science in Sept. MARILLION video to 'Assassing' on TOTP. My God, Fish was ace!!!
18th May 1984
Ring up Sinfonia at dinner-time to enquire about the Bernie Torme album which I ordered last Saturday. Not got it yet - shit. I know I promised myself to write down everything on each line but I just can't be arsed and the day was unexciting anyway.
BYE!
19th May 1984
ALL I CAN SAY TODAY IS - DEREK IS NAFF - COME BACK RICK ALL IS FORGIVEN. I LOVE YOU! Anyone's better than Derek, and his mates are even worse. Double naff!!!!
20th May 1984
I'm really annoyed about breaking my promise to fill in every line of this diary (see yesterday). Anyway, I wasn't prepared to write about another 'failed romance.' How could I have gone out with Derek? I just can't get over it. Anyway, with a bit of luck he won't say anything at work, but I'm definitely not saying 'owt when I go back. Was going to go to GPO Club tonight but I realised that Rick goes there every week and I just can't face him. I've chickened out.
21st May 1984
HOLIDAY ALL THIS WEEK. 'BOUT TIME!! Was going to get up early but changed my mind - after all I am on holiday. It wasn't too late though. 'Started' anyway so I had to get up. Stomach bad all afternoon. Even though the weather was naff I was glad to be at home because I didn't feel well! Same old story isn't it? Never mind, I'll hopefully be better by about Wednesday when Wol coming. Played tapes and recorded things. Watched ace 'Scully' on box. Dead funny that!
22nd May 1984
Got up at midday today. Glad really cos I'm not as bored then, the day passes quicker. Not much to write about really. You know I'm so lazy it's untrue. I behave like an invalid when I'm on and that's stupid. I'm giving in then aren't I? Anyway, Wol might ask me to to to Town or something tomorrow. Knowing me I'll say no. I'm definitely not going to the Rammy tomorrow night - I'll wait til Saturday I think. Makes a change, saving my money.
23rd May 1984
DANNY'S 17TH BIRTHDAY. Wol coming round this afternoon. Got up early this morning because the weather was an improvement on yesterday's disaster. Lovely and sunny but still windy so couldn't really sit out in it, although it was warm in the extension. Does cheer me up when sun out. Wol came round and I told her I'll go to Town on Saturday and I'll also go out to Rammy tomorrow night. After Wol went bit dull really but things soon livened up when Spurs played Anderlecht in UEFA Cup Final. Went to Penalties and Spurs goalie had to save one and he did! Bloody ace!
24th May 1984
Got up late today and wished I hadn't because it does my head in. Day dragged even though I did get up late. Anyway, I'll soon be back at work (shit)! I think it's been boring this week but I still don't wanna go back to work. Funny innit? The sun was out but not hot outside cos of wind. Alright in extension though. Played hi-fi a lot but not all afternoon cos head done in. Saw Status Quo on TOTP and they were ace. Went to Queens & Rammy with Wol and Lin.
25th May 1984
Up late again because of going out last night. God knows how I manage to go to work after going out the night before. Bloody mug, that's what I am! Never mind, anything is better than the dole. Sun was bugging me because it keeps going behind clouds, the sod! Trust it to stay out when I went to have my hair permed at Terri's Hair Salon on Devonshire Road. Terri is a right laugh (by the way he's queer - what a waste of an ace body)! Did ace job of hair. I added extra quid to the £11.50 he charged.
26th May 1984
Got up around half 11-ish as usual. Hair looked 'boxified' so I washed it which flattened it out a bit. Looks much better now, getting used to it as well, thank God! Went to Town with Wolj and bought yet another pair of jeans from Dorothy Perkins. Had to go back cos too big so changed em for a size 8. Bloody nuisance, it's cos I've lost weight! Also picked up Bernie Torme record I ordered 2 weeks ago. Dead chuffed with it! Wolj came round later on to go to Rammy in rain. There was an extension (Rick there) & got really pissed! Good night though!
27th May 1984
Felt rough when I finally got up around quarter past eleven. In fact I woke up really early, it's just that I couldn't be arsed getting up! Should've stayed in bed cos later on I had a lie down cos of my bad head anyway. Glad that cleared up - I can't handle cider y'know - terrible stuff! Got shit scared about going to GPO Club cos Rick said he'd be there. Really nervous I was, but luckily Wolj came round and said she'd rather go in Rammy so we did. Digger and more of Rick's mates there but Rick at GPO Club.
28th May 1984
OFF WORK! Write up for new stylus. Don't need one yet! Well, folks, last day of my holiday and I don't fancy going back to work, even though it's been a crappy week (up til weekend). I'd love to be on the dole this time of year but I suppose it depends on what the weather is like. Anyway, went to Town again with Wol. Bought jeans which were too big so took 'em back and changed 'em for a size 8 - I'll have to put weight on - even those looking big round legs! Went to Rammy - dead compared to Saturday.
29th May 1984
Managed to force myself out of bed for work this morning, with great difficulty. For a start, I didn't feel well after last night's 'binge.' I had to clear all my sick up all over the bed. There were 2 reasons why I was sick - one was cider, the other was Kevin, who I feel guilty about fancying because Wol does. I just hope she doesn't end up with naff Brent. Even Gary is better than him (Gary's the one who would do anything to go out with Wol the twat - can't get rid of him). Will talk to Wol tomorrow night. Work fucking crap!!
30th May 1984
God I'm fed up of this headache of mine, plus the sunny weather! Why couldn't it have been like this last week. It annoys me! Anyway, fingers crossed for an ace weekend. I hope my head improves cos it's terrible at the moment. Wol rang up but I told her that I didn't want to go out tomorrow night, which didn't go down very well. I'm glad she was all right when I went round tonight because she was going to do a Jane Special and shut the door in my face. Had a laugh about naff Gary!
31st May 1984
Head still bad today. I really didn't know what triggers off these migraines. I think sometimes it might be when I get excited over going out, etc. Yes, I think that's it. I don't reckon junk food does it because I'd permanently have a headache. However, when I get them they depress me. Anyway, tried to work it off but to no avail. Not that much to do anyway. Weather making me bloody sick cos it's gorgeous and last week it was naff when I was off. Typical! Ace 'Elt' on TOTP.
Monday, 12 October 2009
1st April - 30th April 1984
1st April 1984
For a pressy for Mum bought some Chloe perfume. She loves it! I'll have to get myself some one week because mine's going down - fast! Today's weather was miles better than yesterday. For a start the sun was out more and it wasn't as windy. Stayed in though because it's still bloody freezing! It's like a greenhouse when the sun shines in the back room. Lovely! The sunny spell lasted about 45mins roundabout tea-time. Played records loud cos Mum out & everyone else in front room.
2nd April 1984
Back to work today! Everyone missed me. I tell yer they can't cope without 'Yours Truly!' Anyway, there was quite a lot to do for a change because we've got to do the dreaded drum balance (typed version). Not very exciting but at least it's better than twiddling my thumbs all day. It knackers you in though, typing all the bloody time. Not to mention my fingers! Wol rang & me, her & Lin went to Queens, Rammy, Criterion & Stanley Arms. Had a good laugh.
3rd April 1984
Glad my head wasn't bad because last night I had quite a few to drink - not in excess though, like at 'The Eyeball' a few weeks ago! I know I've said it before but I like being boring! At work there was still the balance to do. My God, talk about monotonous! I'm glad I've finished them anyway. Got to get the adding-machine out tomorrow which should be fun! The weather has been lovely this week (sun out). Still cold in the morning, unfortunately.
4th April 1984
I keep getting up late this week! I think it's because last week I stayed in bed when I was ill and it's hard for me to get up early - lazy bugger! At work still doing naff drum balance. I'm about £194.00 out which ain't bad I suppose, that's including the Stop Credits. I hope we'll get it overwith by the end of this week. Boring! We've got loads of work cards (might've known seeing as we're doing something else). Les said there haven't been that many since before Xmas. Nice sunny day.
5th April 1984
Got up bit earlier for a change. I had enough time to get a slice of toast, wow! Another beautiful, sunny day. I've put my leather jacket to bed and I'm now wearing my denim one. No doubt this will soon diminish when the even warmer weather comes cos then I'll be able to wear my denim gillet. Exciting stuff, eh? At work we've finally sorted our drum balances out. I'm over £80 out (gain). Not bad. Better than it was anyway. The w/c's are piling up steadily. My God, it's like before Xmas!
6th April 1984
It was very difficult getting up this morning. God, it was like Monday all over again. Terrible! Anyway, eventually got to work although my eyes were like 'slits in snow' as Dan puts it. Seeing as drum balance out of the way got ready to invoice out (typing statements). Also did wonderful Rep's Post. There was hardly any for a change. Got naff wage 'rise' as Mr Marsden puts it. Can't say I've noticed much difference it's that bloody small. Mustn't grumble. Got more than most. Tired.
7th April 1984
Considered getting up before 11am but decided against it cos I felt like being lazy for a change. Eventually got up about a quarter to twelve! Still had bath which surprisingly, didn't take very long. Dried hair with dryer and Wolj came round for us to to to Town around half one-ish. Quite good there cos we spotted Anj again. Chatted to her for ages & we walked round shops. Saw 'ginger' coming out of Milletts as we were going in. Ace timing. I'll have to smile at him one day. Wol came round & I'm dreading GPO tomorrow.
8th April 1984
What an ace day! What! I hear you cry, ACE on a Sunday?! Things are looking up for a change. I won't go on about what happened during the day (not a lot) but the night instead. GPO Club job. There I was staring at Mark out of the group 'Lick' (he's got an ace body but that's about it) when Paul came in, along with his friend Rick, who's just come back from Preston. Kept gazing at each other and then we finally spoke. As it turns out, we like each other and I'll be seeing him again next Sunday. He's so cute.
9th April 1984
Had a crap sleep last night despite the booze. Probably because I was thinking about Rick a lot. The pour soul lives on his own in a flat down Rigby Road because both his parents died within a year of each other. That must've cracked him up. Anyway, they've left him £20,000 for God's sake! He's spent some on new motorbike plus gear and he'll be getting it on Wednesday. He'll have to get himself a pair of jeans cos the ones he had were half mast job. Aah! I wish I'd said I'd see him during the week cos Sunday is ages off. Might pay him a visit!
10th April 1984
Thought it was Wednesday today. Disappointed when I found out it was Tuesday. Talking about wishing my life away! It's because I'm thinking about meeting Rick again on Sunday. It's driving me bananas I tell yer! I really wanted to see him before then but never mind, it's done now. Wolj rang to say I could go round. Glad really cos I've been dying to tell her about you-know-who. Honestly, I've bored everyone to tears I'm sure I have. I wouldn't mind but I've only met him once!
11th April 1984
Not the most exciting day of the week. In fact I hated it. Didn't feel like working at all. Put a brave face on though. Deb wants me to go to the Eyeball but I couldn't face seeing Lee cos I bet he knows about Rick. I'd hate that. Anyway, I have to save my money for when the aerial is put up. Well, it's already up but it's not been connected up yet. I hope it's not a vast amount of money. Dad's going halves, thank God. Bit depressed at the moment. Don't know why.
12th April 1984
What a beautiful day! I only saw about 2 clouds all day, except of course when we got home. Clouds everywhere!! Typical. Anyway, the weather cheered me up so there's that about it I suppose. I was nagged into getting a Parker Pen from Diane & Jo because I didn't bother getting owt from Helen Carr on my birthday. It's printed on but I'm not bothered, so long as it doesn't run out. That wouldn't surprise me. At home aerial been connected up at last. £15 altogether (for me). Quality good. 'The Living Planet' was depressing.
13th April 1984
Friday the 13th folks! Nothing went terribly wrong today, no more than usual really. I'm determined to balance next time I invoice out cos I can do much better than I did today. Disgraceful! Lovely sunny day but clouds kept spoiling it and by mid-afternoon it was bloody freezing! That sort of weather bugs me but it's early days yet. Tired when I got in and relieved that the week's overwith. Bet it will really drag next week cos of the holiday. Over £21 stoppages (bonus £35). Should get £58 a week anyway. Rock Show brilliant.
14th April 1984
Richie Blackmore's Birthday. Bet he bought himself a new guitar! Got up at 11am. Didn't have time for a bath so washed hair over it. Finally got out around 1-ish and went to Town with Mum. Spent some of my bonus. Bought a waistcoat similar to my denim one but it's in white. That's nice - plus pair of flat, cool shoes, which were just over £4. Had enough dough to buy a new pair of light blue jeans from Jean Express but they're too big! Need size 8 in those. Mum'll change them on Monday. I'll probably wear my blue trousers tomorrow night. Should enjoy myself.
15th April 1984
Phil Mogg's Birthday. I bet his birthday wasn't very exciting seeing as his band UFO have split up. Never mind, at least Neil Carter is in the Gary Moore band now. He's good too. Sunny day practically all day but after tea it clouded over and it started to rain for God's sake. That soon passed though - luckily. Shitting tonight at the GPO Club but I had a bath, etc because really I wanted to go. Messed about with my hair. Eventually got out at 8-ish in Lin's car. Rick talked to me for ages. Then he put his arm round me & at first I got embarrassed about kissing him. Got round to it though.
16th April 1984
What a crap sleep I had last night, thinking about Rick. Honestly, I can be so dumb at times. Of course, everyone wanted to know how I got on with him and I always replied 'Alright!' with a smile on my face. I'm not looking forward to riding on his motorbike cos I'll probably shit myself. If he rides fast on it he's had it. I'll never go out with again! I'm supposed to be going to the piggin' Eyeball on Wednesday so I'm secretly hoping that Rick will come round on Friday instead. Lovely & sunny ALL DAY!!
17th April 1984
Didn't fancy getting up but it was the thought of the holiday drawing nearer that made me do so. Can't wait! The rest will do me a world of good, especially if the weather's nice, as it has been today. My God, there's some talent to gaze at across the road - two decorators! One of 'em looks like Steve Perry of Journey and the other is younger and has hair like Sean Harris' and a face like Glen Hoddle's and a body like Robert Plant's. What a combination! Couldn't concentrate ont he Rep's Post cos of em.
18th April 1984
Rick supposed to be coming round at 7.30pm. If he doesn't come then go to 'The Eyeball.' What a morning! Went to Doctor's because my feet are bad and he diagnosed varucae! Got some strong oitment for them. Also went to Hospital for a blood test in case I'm aneamic again. Hope I'm not. Soon find out. Finally got to work about an hour before dinner-time. Not a very fun-packed afternoon because we break up tomorrow anyway. Waited for Rick to come on his motorbike but he didn't so he'll be seeing sister in Gateshead.
19th April 1984
Break up for little holiday this dinner-time. Did it drag or did it drag this morning!! I knew it would. Glad there wasn't a lot to do. Avia warning us all about all work we'll have to do when we come back. We were only half listening of course. Everyone wanted to know how I got on with Rick so I told them about him not coming. Sue and Diane looked at each other in disbelief! None of us are having much luck where lads are concerned. Anyway, if he doesn't come round tomorrow night that's it - finnito! Queen video on TOTP bloody ace!
20th April 1984
OFF WORK! Expect Rick round if he already hasn't been. Got up pretty late but it's to be expected seeing as it's the holiday. Had bath and then sat around in back room playing records and tapes. Eventually the sun made an appearance and it actually stayed out for a couple of hours. Couldn't believe it! Got my face like a tomato! Not warm enough to sit out in it yet though. After swill watched last one of 'The Tube' which wasn't very exciting. No Twisted Sister. Rick came round & I rode on his ace bike to the Rammy & back.
21st April 1984
Got up (late) to a beautiful, sunny day. It does put a smile on my face when that happens. Was going to ring Wolj up about Town and she and Anjela were coming the other way so all three of us went. Poor Wolj couldn't get a stylus for her new hi-fi anywhere so she'll have to send off for one, like I did. Bought 'Alchemy' double live LP by Dire Straits and it's bloody brilliant. I bet the video that goes with it is even better. Wolj called round for me to to go Rammy and I knew even before I went in that bloody Rick would be there. I can enjoy myself without him thank you very much. EXTENSION!
22nd April 1984
Expect Rick round this afternoon. All I'm going to write about Rick is that I've given him the elbow because I couldn't get over him spoiling my night last night. Anyway, it's passed now and I don't want anything to do with him. He won't even be a friend to me, the swine. I tell you, the lad's paranoid. The weather was gorgeous again today. Pity I didn't feel like enjoying it. My body is really playing up. I'm 6 days early with my period. I hate being 'irregular' like that. Last year I had no problems but now I have and it's making me miserable.
23rd April 1984
OFF WORK! WINDERMERE! GPO Club - again. Must be bloody joking (Windermere), the state I'm in. Got up late-ish today. Had bath and generally sat around doing bugger-all. Rick's probably zooming up the M6 at 100mph on his motorbike, but that's his problem not mine. Personally, I think it's suicide doing that speed but it's his life, innit? The sun was flaming hot again today. There was no breeze so I sat in the back room instead of outside cos I would've cooked to death! Not looking forward to going back to work. Only 4 days left.
24th April 1984
FISH'S BIRTHDAY. Back to work. Shit! It was a lovely day as well, ideal sunbathing weather. Anyway, at least it was still sunny when we came home. Main job today was typing out final statements. Fun or what! Got new franking machine which we've been waiting for since just after Xmas. Wonder what it's like cos no-one's taken it out of its box yet. Typical! Everyone asked about Rick and they couldn't believe it when I told them I've given him the big 'E.' Dreading GPO Club on Sunday night cos no doubt he'll be there. Shit!
25th April 1984
Another sunny day! If it carries on like this it's gonna be a drought job, but I don't care! Anything's better than dull, wet days - apart from hazey sunshine, can't be doing with that, it does my head in. Chart on radio and Lionel Richie still No.1, poor Phil Collins stuck at No.2 & Queen at No.3. Shit! NO Rep's Post! Will be one tomorrow but it's not going to be sent off, if you see what I mean. I hope the lovely weather stays with us for the weekend. Puts me in an ace mood.
26th April 1984
Yet another sunny day. I tell you, it's getting too much. I'm walking to work with short sleeves for God's sake. Michelle said that during this summer the temperature will rise to the 90s. I hope we get sent home then (chance would be a fine thing). Not a vast amount to do at work. Work cards are 'slightly' piling up and we've just invoiced quite a few out. Nearly as bad as Xmas! Wolj rang to say we're all going to Rammy. Julie (know her by sight) went too & she's alright. Rick not there.
27th April 1984
Sunny again folks! I'll have to take the cassette recorder in with me next week because this is the sort of weather where everyone listens to their tape recorders! Well, anyway, I've heard a few down Mowbray Drive. Saw 'Bubbles' (fit decorator) first thing this morning but that was it didn't see him again. He'll be back next week cos he hasn't finished yet! Sat outside at dinner-time and the sun did me a world of good. It always puts me in a good mood.
28th April 1984
Last night Tommy Vance said that Deep Purple MkII have reformed including Ian Gillan, Richie Blackmore, Roger Glover, Ian Paice and Jon Lord. What's going to happen to Whitesnake & Rainbow?? Kept waking up and going back to sleep again - bugs me when I do that! Anyway, I just had enough time to have a bath before I went to Town with Wol. Bought loads of things - new mini denim skirt, batteries for radio, Barclay James Harvest LP (ace), little cheap sandals. Can't be bad! Went to Rammy with Wol & it was brill. Rick not in. Was last night.
29th April 1984
I'm glad the weather has stayed good for this weekend. Mind you, it's been a lot cooler today. The sun's still shining though. Lovely! Didn't do much today because of the weather. I'd love to be on the dole at this time of year - no other time though! Played ace BJH LP a lot. Really pleased with that album. It's very good. Couldn't buy much tonight at the Rammy but still managed to get pissed.
30th April 1984
My head was what-yer-might call bad today (that's the understatement of the year). It was that bloody Julie putting brandy in her bitter and giving it me! I was alright before I drank that - I'll have words with her when I see her, the bugger. Went to work in a SKIRT today - the one I bought on Saturday. Everyone said that I should wear them more often. I was freezing walking to work so I think it's back to my jeans again tomorrow. Shame! It's gone colder you know!
For a pressy for Mum bought some Chloe perfume. She loves it! I'll have to get myself some one week because mine's going down - fast! Today's weather was miles better than yesterday. For a start the sun was out more and it wasn't as windy. Stayed in though because it's still bloody freezing! It's like a greenhouse when the sun shines in the back room. Lovely! The sunny spell lasted about 45mins roundabout tea-time. Played records loud cos Mum out & everyone else in front room.
2nd April 1984
Back to work today! Everyone missed me. I tell yer they can't cope without 'Yours Truly!' Anyway, there was quite a lot to do for a change because we've got to do the dreaded drum balance (typed version). Not very exciting but at least it's better than twiddling my thumbs all day. It knackers you in though, typing all the bloody time. Not to mention my fingers! Wol rang & me, her & Lin went to Queens, Rammy, Criterion & Stanley Arms. Had a good laugh.
3rd April 1984
Glad my head wasn't bad because last night I had quite a few to drink - not in excess though, like at 'The Eyeball' a few weeks ago! I know I've said it before but I like being boring! At work there was still the balance to do. My God, talk about monotonous! I'm glad I've finished them anyway. Got to get the adding-machine out tomorrow which should be fun! The weather has been lovely this week (sun out). Still cold in the morning, unfortunately.
4th April 1984
I keep getting up late this week! I think it's because last week I stayed in bed when I was ill and it's hard for me to get up early - lazy bugger! At work still doing naff drum balance. I'm about £194.00 out which ain't bad I suppose, that's including the Stop Credits. I hope we'll get it overwith by the end of this week. Boring! We've got loads of work cards (might've known seeing as we're doing something else). Les said there haven't been that many since before Xmas. Nice sunny day.
5th April 1984
Got up bit earlier for a change. I had enough time to get a slice of toast, wow! Another beautiful, sunny day. I've put my leather jacket to bed and I'm now wearing my denim one. No doubt this will soon diminish when the even warmer weather comes cos then I'll be able to wear my denim gillet. Exciting stuff, eh? At work we've finally sorted our drum balances out. I'm over £80 out (gain). Not bad. Better than it was anyway. The w/c's are piling up steadily. My God, it's like before Xmas!
6th April 1984
It was very difficult getting up this morning. God, it was like Monday all over again. Terrible! Anyway, eventually got to work although my eyes were like 'slits in snow' as Dan puts it. Seeing as drum balance out of the way got ready to invoice out (typing statements). Also did wonderful Rep's Post. There was hardly any for a change. Got naff wage 'rise' as Mr Marsden puts it. Can't say I've noticed much difference it's that bloody small. Mustn't grumble. Got more than most. Tired.
7th April 1984
Considered getting up before 11am but decided against it cos I felt like being lazy for a change. Eventually got up about a quarter to twelve! Still had bath which surprisingly, didn't take very long. Dried hair with dryer and Wolj came round for us to to to Town around half one-ish. Quite good there cos we spotted Anj again. Chatted to her for ages & we walked round shops. Saw 'ginger' coming out of Milletts as we were going in. Ace timing. I'll have to smile at him one day. Wol came round & I'm dreading GPO tomorrow.
8th April 1984
What an ace day! What! I hear you cry, ACE on a Sunday?! Things are looking up for a change. I won't go on about what happened during the day (not a lot) but the night instead. GPO Club job. There I was staring at Mark out of the group 'Lick' (he's got an ace body but that's about it) when Paul came in, along with his friend Rick, who's just come back from Preston. Kept gazing at each other and then we finally spoke. As it turns out, we like each other and I'll be seeing him again next Sunday. He's so cute.
9th April 1984
Had a crap sleep last night despite the booze. Probably because I was thinking about Rick a lot. The pour soul lives on his own in a flat down Rigby Road because both his parents died within a year of each other. That must've cracked him up. Anyway, they've left him £20,000 for God's sake! He's spent some on new motorbike plus gear and he'll be getting it on Wednesday. He'll have to get himself a pair of jeans cos the ones he had were half mast job. Aah! I wish I'd said I'd see him during the week cos Sunday is ages off. Might pay him a visit!
10th April 1984
Thought it was Wednesday today. Disappointed when I found out it was Tuesday. Talking about wishing my life away! It's because I'm thinking about meeting Rick again on Sunday. It's driving me bananas I tell yer! I really wanted to see him before then but never mind, it's done now. Wolj rang to say I could go round. Glad really cos I've been dying to tell her about you-know-who. Honestly, I've bored everyone to tears I'm sure I have. I wouldn't mind but I've only met him once!
11th April 1984
Not the most exciting day of the week. In fact I hated it. Didn't feel like working at all. Put a brave face on though. Deb wants me to go to the Eyeball but I couldn't face seeing Lee cos I bet he knows about Rick. I'd hate that. Anyway, I have to save my money for when the aerial is put up. Well, it's already up but it's not been connected up yet. I hope it's not a vast amount of money. Dad's going halves, thank God. Bit depressed at the moment. Don't know why.
12th April 1984
What a beautiful day! I only saw about 2 clouds all day, except of course when we got home. Clouds everywhere!! Typical. Anyway, the weather cheered me up so there's that about it I suppose. I was nagged into getting a Parker Pen from Diane & Jo because I didn't bother getting owt from Helen Carr on my birthday. It's printed on but I'm not bothered, so long as it doesn't run out. That wouldn't surprise me. At home aerial been connected up at last. £15 altogether (for me). Quality good. 'The Living Planet' was depressing.
13th April 1984
Friday the 13th folks! Nothing went terribly wrong today, no more than usual really. I'm determined to balance next time I invoice out cos I can do much better than I did today. Disgraceful! Lovely sunny day but clouds kept spoiling it and by mid-afternoon it was bloody freezing! That sort of weather bugs me but it's early days yet. Tired when I got in and relieved that the week's overwith. Bet it will really drag next week cos of the holiday. Over £21 stoppages (bonus £35). Should get £58 a week anyway. Rock Show brilliant.
14th April 1984
Richie Blackmore's Birthday. Bet he bought himself a new guitar! Got up at 11am. Didn't have time for a bath so washed hair over it. Finally got out around 1-ish and went to Town with Mum. Spent some of my bonus. Bought a waistcoat similar to my denim one but it's in white. That's nice - plus pair of flat, cool shoes, which were just over £4. Had enough dough to buy a new pair of light blue jeans from Jean Express but they're too big! Need size 8 in those. Mum'll change them on Monday. I'll probably wear my blue trousers tomorrow night. Should enjoy myself.
15th April 1984
Phil Mogg's Birthday. I bet his birthday wasn't very exciting seeing as his band UFO have split up. Never mind, at least Neil Carter is in the Gary Moore band now. He's good too. Sunny day practically all day but after tea it clouded over and it started to rain for God's sake. That soon passed though - luckily. Shitting tonight at the GPO Club but I had a bath, etc because really I wanted to go. Messed about with my hair. Eventually got out at 8-ish in Lin's car. Rick talked to me for ages. Then he put his arm round me & at first I got embarrassed about kissing him. Got round to it though.
16th April 1984
What a crap sleep I had last night, thinking about Rick. Honestly, I can be so dumb at times. Of course, everyone wanted to know how I got on with him and I always replied 'Alright!' with a smile on my face. I'm not looking forward to riding on his motorbike cos I'll probably shit myself. If he rides fast on it he's had it. I'll never go out with again! I'm supposed to be going to the piggin' Eyeball on Wednesday so I'm secretly hoping that Rick will come round on Friday instead. Lovely & sunny ALL DAY!!
17th April 1984
Didn't fancy getting up but it was the thought of the holiday drawing nearer that made me do so. Can't wait! The rest will do me a world of good, especially if the weather's nice, as it has been today. My God, there's some talent to gaze at across the road - two decorators! One of 'em looks like Steve Perry of Journey and the other is younger and has hair like Sean Harris' and a face like Glen Hoddle's and a body like Robert Plant's. What a combination! Couldn't concentrate ont he Rep's Post cos of em.
18th April 1984
Rick supposed to be coming round at 7.30pm. If he doesn't come then go to 'The Eyeball.' What a morning! Went to Doctor's because my feet are bad and he diagnosed varucae! Got some strong oitment for them. Also went to Hospital for a blood test in case I'm aneamic again. Hope I'm not. Soon find out. Finally got to work about an hour before dinner-time. Not a very fun-packed afternoon because we break up tomorrow anyway. Waited for Rick to come on his motorbike but he didn't so he'll be seeing sister in Gateshead.
19th April 1984
Break up for little holiday this dinner-time. Did it drag or did it drag this morning!! I knew it would. Glad there wasn't a lot to do. Avia warning us all about all work we'll have to do when we come back. We were only half listening of course. Everyone wanted to know how I got on with Rick so I told them about him not coming. Sue and Diane looked at each other in disbelief! None of us are having much luck where lads are concerned. Anyway, if he doesn't come round tomorrow night that's it - finnito! Queen video on TOTP bloody ace!
20th April 1984
OFF WORK! Expect Rick round if he already hasn't been. Got up pretty late but it's to be expected seeing as it's the holiday. Had bath and then sat around in back room playing records and tapes. Eventually the sun made an appearance and it actually stayed out for a couple of hours. Couldn't believe it! Got my face like a tomato! Not warm enough to sit out in it yet though. After swill watched last one of 'The Tube' which wasn't very exciting. No Twisted Sister. Rick came round & I rode on his ace bike to the Rammy & back.
21st April 1984
Got up (late) to a beautiful, sunny day. It does put a smile on my face when that happens. Was going to ring Wolj up about Town and she and Anjela were coming the other way so all three of us went. Poor Wolj couldn't get a stylus for her new hi-fi anywhere so she'll have to send off for one, like I did. Bought 'Alchemy' double live LP by Dire Straits and it's bloody brilliant. I bet the video that goes with it is even better. Wolj called round for me to to go Rammy and I knew even before I went in that bloody Rick would be there. I can enjoy myself without him thank you very much. EXTENSION!
22nd April 1984
Expect Rick round this afternoon. All I'm going to write about Rick is that I've given him the elbow because I couldn't get over him spoiling my night last night. Anyway, it's passed now and I don't want anything to do with him. He won't even be a friend to me, the swine. I tell you, the lad's paranoid. The weather was gorgeous again today. Pity I didn't feel like enjoying it. My body is really playing up. I'm 6 days early with my period. I hate being 'irregular' like that. Last year I had no problems but now I have and it's making me miserable.
23rd April 1984
OFF WORK! WINDERMERE! GPO Club - again. Must be bloody joking (Windermere), the state I'm in. Got up late-ish today. Had bath and generally sat around doing bugger-all. Rick's probably zooming up the M6 at 100mph on his motorbike, but that's his problem not mine. Personally, I think it's suicide doing that speed but it's his life, innit? The sun was flaming hot again today. There was no breeze so I sat in the back room instead of outside cos I would've cooked to death! Not looking forward to going back to work. Only 4 days left.
24th April 1984
FISH'S BIRTHDAY. Back to work. Shit! It was a lovely day as well, ideal sunbathing weather. Anyway, at least it was still sunny when we came home. Main job today was typing out final statements. Fun or what! Got new franking machine which we've been waiting for since just after Xmas. Wonder what it's like cos no-one's taken it out of its box yet. Typical! Everyone asked about Rick and they couldn't believe it when I told them I've given him the big 'E.' Dreading GPO Club on Sunday night cos no doubt he'll be there. Shit!
25th April 1984
Another sunny day! If it carries on like this it's gonna be a drought job, but I don't care! Anything's better than dull, wet days - apart from hazey sunshine, can't be doing with that, it does my head in. Chart on radio and Lionel Richie still No.1, poor Phil Collins stuck at No.2 & Queen at No.3. Shit! NO Rep's Post! Will be one tomorrow but it's not going to be sent off, if you see what I mean. I hope the lovely weather stays with us for the weekend. Puts me in an ace mood.
26th April 1984
Yet another sunny day. I tell you, it's getting too much. I'm walking to work with short sleeves for God's sake. Michelle said that during this summer the temperature will rise to the 90s. I hope we get sent home then (chance would be a fine thing). Not a vast amount to do at work. Work cards are 'slightly' piling up and we've just invoiced quite a few out. Nearly as bad as Xmas! Wolj rang to say we're all going to Rammy. Julie (know her by sight) went too & she's alright. Rick not there.
27th April 1984
Sunny again folks! I'll have to take the cassette recorder in with me next week because this is the sort of weather where everyone listens to their tape recorders! Well, anyway, I've heard a few down Mowbray Drive. Saw 'Bubbles' (fit decorator) first thing this morning but that was it didn't see him again. He'll be back next week cos he hasn't finished yet! Sat outside at dinner-time and the sun did me a world of good. It always puts me in a good mood.
28th April 1984
Last night Tommy Vance said that Deep Purple MkII have reformed including Ian Gillan, Richie Blackmore, Roger Glover, Ian Paice and Jon Lord. What's going to happen to Whitesnake & Rainbow?? Kept waking up and going back to sleep again - bugs me when I do that! Anyway, I just had enough time to have a bath before I went to Town with Wol. Bought loads of things - new mini denim skirt, batteries for radio, Barclay James Harvest LP (ace), little cheap sandals. Can't be bad! Went to Rammy with Wol & it was brill. Rick not in. Was last night.
29th April 1984
I'm glad the weather has stayed good for this weekend. Mind you, it's been a lot cooler today. The sun's still shining though. Lovely! Didn't do much today because of the weather. I'd love to be on the dole at this time of year - no other time though! Played ace BJH LP a lot. Really pleased with that album. It's very good. Couldn't buy much tonight at the Rammy but still managed to get pissed.
30th April 1984
My head was what-yer-might call bad today (that's the understatement of the year). It was that bloody Julie putting brandy in her bitter and giving it me! I was alright before I drank that - I'll have words with her when I see her, the bugger. Went to work in a SKIRT today - the one I bought on Saturday. Everyone said that I should wear them more often. I was freezing walking to work so I think it's back to my jeans again tomorrow. Shame! It's gone colder you know!
Tuesday, 6 October 2009
1st March - 31st March 1984
1st March 1984
Mild day to start March off. Will have to discard my leather jacket if it gets much warmer. At the moment though, the weather is much worse, what with the wind and rain. Glad I'm not out in it. At work invoiced out at last. Was waiting to do that because there wasn't much else to do. Balanced as well. I'm getting too good! Didn't see Dean at all today but he was definitely there cos I saw his ace car. Glad day overwith and settled down to watch TV. Van Halen video on TOTP and Dave Lee Roth is absolutely FIT!!!
2nd March 1984
Weather deteriorated this morning because it was back to the high winds again. It was horrible! It wasn't terribly cold though and I'm glad the heating wasn't as bad as it has been lately. Makes a change. Quite busy til about the last half hour. Did the Rep's Post in an effort to see Dean when I took it all down, but still didn't see him. Only time I saw him was when he got into his car and drove off. Anyway, there's always next week I suppose. 'The Tube' was crap but radio made up for it.
3rd March 1984
Woke up this morning to a wonderful sunny day. What a transformation from yesterday's dreary weather. I thought, 'Right - I'm definitely going out!' I wasn't for staying in y'see so off I went to Town. Bought another pair of reduced ear-rings for £1. Round 'uns I've lost. Wasn't planning on buying an LP but couldn't resist 'The Works' by Queen - only £4.49! In Boots as well! What's wrong with 'em! Anyway, I'm glad I got it cos it's bloody ace and I've played it about 5 times already. Talk about a classy group!
4th March 1984
The weather started off quite sunny but after dinner the sun went in and it turned much colder. However, the rain has stayed away for once and when the sun does come out it's quite warm, which shows that spring is on its way. 'Bout time! Did usual stuff today. Played my tapes whilst reading part of 'The Living Planet' and also doing my tapestry. Loads of tapes to choose from. I wish my stereo had a double tape deck on it, but never mind, I'll buy a separate one from Wisemans no doubt. Chart quite good.
5th March 1984
NEW MARILLION LP 'Fugazzi' released today! I bet it's brilliant if what I heard at their concert was anything to go by. I'll never forget that. Today I took an ace picture of Fish from Kerrang! and put it up on my drawers next to my drum. Talk about transformation. I couldn't take my eyes off him. He's got this magnetic quality which you can't ignore. Gorgeous!! Did statements as expected. There wasn't a vast amount. Also sorted my drum out and moved cards back one year. Saw Dean first thing and at 5pm.
6th March 1984
Didn't fancy getting up this morning because I had an ace sleep. Never mind, Saturday isn't far off. Very slack day at work. Had to struggle to find things to do. Had a good laugh though, for a change. Saw Dean when bell went for dinner. Determined to have a good chat with him this week. My God, he's wonderful. Rang Wol up & glad I did cos she was coming down anyway. We went to the Queens pub and had a good time there. Glad she's done the tapes for me. Must get some kip!
7th March 1984
'EYEBALL' tonight. Looked forward to going there all day. Not much to do at work apart from the dreaded Rep's Post. All went well I'm happy to point out! Makes a change. Anyway, when I got home I washed my hair and waited for the time to pass before I went out. Waited ages for buss and conductor told me when it go to the Gardener's Arms. Cost 40p. Couldn't find my way at first but definitely found it. Deb introduced me to a load of people who all made me laugh. Met 2 heavies called Lee & Andy ('Hippy'). Great lads. Got pissed and was sick all over bathroom floor!! Must've been bad!!
8th March 1984
Going out yet again tonight. My God, what's up with me!! (Didn't really - read on). I wasn't well today. I shouldn't have gone really cos I looked about 109 and my tongue felt like a piece of sandpaper, I was so thirsty! Then, at dinner-time I suddenly got this stabbing pain in my stomach and it stayed there for ages, so I went home at around 2-ish. Wasn't much to do anyway so I didn't miss much. My head was wuzzy all day and I've only just got over last night. I enjoyed myself though. TOTP crap. 'The Living Planet' not bad.
9th March 1984
Weather suddenly gone colder and it's doing my head in. Went back to work and Sue thought I was mad. Glad I did cos it was quite a busy day so I wasn't bored. Had a good laugh as always on a Friday. Everyone in a good mood. My head was splitting by the time 4pm came round. Dean didn't look very happy for some reason. I reckon he's going to pack it in soon cos he looks fed up. Anyway, I fancy Andy ('Hippy') more now in the Eyeball. He's a laugh. Don't feel very well at the moment.
10th March 1984
Got up at 11-ish to wash hair. Had to wash it in naff Fairy Liquid cos there was no shampoo. There was loads of conditioner though - typical! Wol came round at 1.30 so we went to Town. Didn't stay there long cos couldn't find new Marillion LP and the Van Halen '1984' was just too expensive - £5.79 in Boots. That's far too much so I bought 'The Shrine' by James Herbert instead. The write-up looks good and it's already a bestseller. Met Linda and she brought us home. Went to Wol's after watching Def Leppard on telly. My God, talk about FIT!
11th March 1984
Sundays are always the same. I don't know why I bother to write anything at all because it's so bloody boring! Got up for dinner which was lovely. Recorded some stuff for Wolj and played allsorts of other things. Read some of 'Shrine' by James Herbert which is looking rather good. I'm pleased about getting my money's worth - £2.25 to be precise. It's quite thick though. There are only 2 books by him I'm short of - 'The Dark' and 'The Jonah.' Must buy them soon. Chart crap from about top 15.
12th March 1984
What an sleep I had last night. There was no way I wanted to get up for work - but I did. Unfortunately. Not much to do when I got there but when the work did come, it came all at once - as usual. It's very annoying when that happens. Put another piccy of Fish up (now got 2 plus 'Marillion' emblazoned in posh writing next to them). Must get a big poster of Marillion and put it on front of drum. That will frighten everyone away! No, I think they're wonderful really, especially Fish, who I adore. Weather average.
13th March 1984
Another exciting day was had by all again today (being sarcastic). Weather bit colder but at least the rain stayed away. In fact, we haven't had much rain recently, which makes a change doesn't it? Had a good laugh at work. There was one 'nasty' moment when Diane kept moaning about her melting toffee crisp (big deal)! and I said 'I can't carry it on my bloody head Diane.' At least she shut up. Honestly, I've never known a department which complains so much about food and drink as Accounts!
14th March 1984
This pen is bugging me! Why? Because it's not bloody writing properly, that's why! I am now going to use my other one...there, that's better! Onto today's goings-on. Well, not a lot really. Not much to do but much busier than yesterday because of Rep's Post and stuff Arkew couldn't be bothered with. This week is passing by quickly - yet again. Oh, I forgot to put the other day that Dean has got the sack (last Friday) because he's too slow. Poor sod. We've got a 'Billy Boon' in now (Coon)!
15th March 1984
God, what a BORING day. There was hardly anything to do and when we did get something the job only lasted a few minutes (a far cry from before Xmas)! Had a good natter though. Wol rang to say that us two and Lin going out tonight. Didn't really want to because of 'The Living Planet' but it's bound to be repeated so I didn't really mind. In the Queens Lin said Lee (at Eyeball) works with her and she's going to try and fix me up with him. It'll be a bloody miracle if she does.
16th March 1984
My favourite day of the week! Mind you, I hardly did a stroke of work this morning because there wasn't a vast amount to do. Anyway, that soon changed by the time Rep's Post came round and I also (partly) got ready for invoicing out. Everyone chirpy because it's pay-day. They'll be depressed again when Monday comes round (including me). Lin came round to tell me that Wol will go to Town tomorrow. Glad about that. When Lee (Delta Dart) has sorted his problems out I might go out with him (hopefully).
17th March 1984
Buy Dad a cute little clock radio today! Preferably from Wisemans. Can't cos I need the dough! Got up later than usual today cos I was knackered. Didn't have enough time to have a bath so I just washed my hair over it. Wolj came round and we went to Town and I finally bought the Marillion LP 'Fugazzi' which is bloody ace! The cover is good too. Bit angry with Dad cos he wouldn't let me watch Marillion on TV but Miriam let me. Went to Rammy with Wolj and jukebox was much better than usual.
18th March 1984
Got up for dinner which was wonderful - but filling! Kept thinking about that ginger-haired lad a lot because I just can't understand why I don't speak to him. I had an ace opportunity yesterday in the bus station but I couldn't even bring myself to look at him, never mind anything else. Wally! The same will happen at the 'Eyeball' no doubt, when I see Lee again. He'll probably think I don't like him but I can't express my feelings towards him. The only time I feel comfortable is when I'm drunk, and that's no bloody good is it?! I'll ask Wol.
19th March 1984
My favourite day! It was very hard getting up this morning even though I had a good sleep last night. Chris has had one of his famous haircuts. His new name is Sid Vicious! At first he thought I meant Sid James! Quite surprised because practically everyone in a good mood. That makes a change! Jackie said I can go home early on Friday because I've got to go to the Halifax. Knackered when it was time to come home. Wrote a nasty letter to the TW Fan Club & one for Uncle John. Delaine hasn't written for ages.
20th March 1984
DAD'S BIRTHDAY. Wol coming round because we're going out again. Didn't get owt for Dad cos he was nasty to me on Saturday night, consuming Marillion on the telly. Bugger-all to do at work. The last hour or so was spent 'doodling' - decorating my green and pink cards with names of Rock bands! Exciting, eh?! Day really dragged and very pleased when 5pm finally came round because I was dying to go home then! Anyway, got ready to go out and Wol came round at 8-ish and we went to Queens. The Turners were in too.
21st March 1984
Go to 'The Eyeball' - if you've got the guts. Don't really feel like writing anything but I've made myself a promise to fill in every line! Today started off really crappy because, yes - you've guessed it, there was nowt to do! But that soon changed when the Rep's Post came along. I was even glad to do it because it meant that I wasn't sat twiddling my thumbs. It was very hot in Accounts because of the 'blower.' Can't bloody stand it. Went to Eyeball with Wol & went in Gardeners.
22nd March 1984
Knackered because last night me and Alison walked about half-way home from Thornton! Finally caught a bus at around 10 to midnight. What a weird place it is - so isolated! The only nice thing about it are the houses! I wish Lee lived nearer Layton. I know that sounds a bit selfish but I just can't stand Thornton. Apparently, Debbie said that Lee had said to her, 'Has Jane come in yet?' and she told him that I'd been and gone. The wally hadn't even seen me and he was only stood a couple of feet away. MEN!!
23rd March 1984
What a day at work! The excitement was just too much. No wonder I've got a migraine! It all started at break-time when Carrie brought in a card with some naughty things in it, plus a pressy - well, two really, a choker serpentine necklace and yet another pair of round ear-rings - I'm determined not to lose them this time. Also received a long bell-chain from Accounts and I love it (plus big card from everybody). Went early to draw out money & the hi-fi finally came at tea-time & it's fantastic!!
24th March 1984
MY 18TH BIRTHDAY. Didn't have chance to play stereo much this morning but read on and you'll find out that I made up for it later on. Went to Preston on train with Wolj (both got on half!!!) Only cost 85p there and back. Couldn't believe our luck! Anyway, at Preston we looked round all the shops and they're all over the place. I bought an indian top from a place called 'Orbit' which sells some gorgeous things. If I'd had more money I would've gone mad! Came home earlier than expected cos we walked too much, so that's why the hi-fi came on! Pressy off Mim, card off DELAINE!
25th March 1984
Doesn't bloody feel like British Summer Time but never mind. The daffodils, etc are out, so it can't be that cold. Anyway, it's slightly warmer in the morning now because of the clocks moving forward at the weekend. Not much to write about really (this girl has no imagination). Had more work than usual to do but there still isn't enough to invoice out. Quiet in Packing cos Les, the 'Projector Man' wasn't in. My God, I couldn't believe how silent it was. Glad day is overwith. Not having double cassette off Lil.
26th March 1984
Yesterday's writing should have been done today. Thick cow! I've been like this all day! The new '350 system' hi-fi is bloody ace. The sound quality is just wonderful - bloody should be for the price! Anyway, played it a lot. I love skipping tracks on the records and tapes. I haven't had chance to listen to FM stereo yet because I need an aerial for the outside. Dad's mate should be putting one up sometime this week. Feel very groggy. I think it's that lager in the GPO Club!
27th March 1984
My Diamond Head T-shirt came today but I spotted it too late to put it on. I will do tomorrow. Anyway, I tried it on after work and it's an ace fit. Glad about that. At work the jobs came in spirts. Didn't bother me though because I wasn't in the mood for doing much anyway. The heating was really bad because it was quite a mild day (the sun appeared a couple of times) but that made no difference to 'the blower.' It was still belching out the hot air as usual. I wish the bloody thing would conk out. Tired.
28th March 1984
Write up for new stylus. Lionel Ritchie still no.1. Cold gone worse so didn't go to work this morning. Nose full of gunge and my head splitting. My throat's not as bad as it was but it's still bugging me. Felt rough when I got up because I didn't have a wonderful sleep last night. Anyway, played records on my hi-fi even though i couldn't hear them very well. Mum went to shop after work and bought some 'Fennings' powders from Chemist. Cost over a quid but at least it's working. Says on box that can take them for migraine. Handy.
29th March 1984
Last night Liverpool beat Everton 1-0 in Milk Cup Final Replay. Bloody ace match. I hope Everton get in the FA Cup Final to make up for losing. Got up at 10 to 1pm this afternoon. This cold has really taken over me but I felt miles better today. Those Fennings powders are working really well. My head is much better and I hope that if I get a migraine in the future they will get rid of that, too. Will save money cos they're miles cheaper than Migraleve tablets. Sun was lovely and it streamed through back room. Ace.
30th March 1984
Was going to go back to work but my head still bad so decided against it. Asked Michelle to pick my wages up for me and I'm pleased that she did. It was a lovely long day seeing as I got up originally for work, but that didn't bother me. Played records, tapes all day so I didn't get bored. The quality on the radio (medium-wave) is bad so couldn't listen to that if I wanted to. Glad when Mum came in - someone to talk to. Not forgetting the 'woos.' I wish I would stop feeling tired. Fri Rock Show on SGV03 upstairs.
31st March 1984
ANGUS YOUNG'S BIRTHDAY. The little lvoe! He'll be 30 soon, bet he's NOT looking forward to that. Never mind, he's got a couple of years to go yet! Got up late but still had a bath. Noticed that Wol doesn't come round now that she's going out with wonderful Mark Turner, not that I'm bothered, I'm passed caring. Went to Town later (half 2-ish) on my own. Must've been mad walking it cos I'm still not very well. Glad I went though because I saw the ginger-haired lad with his mates, bless him, in WH Smiths. Bought Mum some Chloe.
Mild day to start March off. Will have to discard my leather jacket if it gets much warmer. At the moment though, the weather is much worse, what with the wind and rain. Glad I'm not out in it. At work invoiced out at last. Was waiting to do that because there wasn't much else to do. Balanced as well. I'm getting too good! Didn't see Dean at all today but he was definitely there cos I saw his ace car. Glad day overwith and settled down to watch TV. Van Halen video on TOTP and Dave Lee Roth is absolutely FIT!!!
2nd March 1984
Weather deteriorated this morning because it was back to the high winds again. It was horrible! It wasn't terribly cold though and I'm glad the heating wasn't as bad as it has been lately. Makes a change. Quite busy til about the last half hour. Did the Rep's Post in an effort to see Dean when I took it all down, but still didn't see him. Only time I saw him was when he got into his car and drove off. Anyway, there's always next week I suppose. 'The Tube' was crap but radio made up for it.
3rd March 1984
Woke up this morning to a wonderful sunny day. What a transformation from yesterday's dreary weather. I thought, 'Right - I'm definitely going out!' I wasn't for staying in y'see so off I went to Town. Bought another pair of reduced ear-rings for £1. Round 'uns I've lost. Wasn't planning on buying an LP but couldn't resist 'The Works' by Queen - only £4.49! In Boots as well! What's wrong with 'em! Anyway, I'm glad I got it cos it's bloody ace and I've played it about 5 times already. Talk about a classy group!
4th March 1984
The weather started off quite sunny but after dinner the sun went in and it turned much colder. However, the rain has stayed away for once and when the sun does come out it's quite warm, which shows that spring is on its way. 'Bout time! Did usual stuff today. Played my tapes whilst reading part of 'The Living Planet' and also doing my tapestry. Loads of tapes to choose from. I wish my stereo had a double tape deck on it, but never mind, I'll buy a separate one from Wisemans no doubt. Chart quite good.
5th March 1984
NEW MARILLION LP 'Fugazzi' released today! I bet it's brilliant if what I heard at their concert was anything to go by. I'll never forget that. Today I took an ace picture of Fish from Kerrang! and put it up on my drawers next to my drum. Talk about transformation. I couldn't take my eyes off him. He's got this magnetic quality which you can't ignore. Gorgeous!! Did statements as expected. There wasn't a vast amount. Also sorted my drum out and moved cards back one year. Saw Dean first thing and at 5pm.
6th March 1984
Didn't fancy getting up this morning because I had an ace sleep. Never mind, Saturday isn't far off. Very slack day at work. Had to struggle to find things to do. Had a good laugh though, for a change. Saw Dean when bell went for dinner. Determined to have a good chat with him this week. My God, he's wonderful. Rang Wol up & glad I did cos she was coming down anyway. We went to the Queens pub and had a good time there. Glad she's done the tapes for me. Must get some kip!
7th March 1984
'EYEBALL' tonight. Looked forward to going there all day. Not much to do at work apart from the dreaded Rep's Post. All went well I'm happy to point out! Makes a change. Anyway, when I got home I washed my hair and waited for the time to pass before I went out. Waited ages for buss and conductor told me when it go to the Gardener's Arms. Cost 40p. Couldn't find my way at first but definitely found it. Deb introduced me to a load of people who all made me laugh. Met 2 heavies called Lee & Andy ('Hippy'). Great lads. Got pissed and was sick all over bathroom floor!! Must've been bad!!
8th March 1984
Going out yet again tonight. My God, what's up with me!! (Didn't really - read on). I wasn't well today. I shouldn't have gone really cos I looked about 109 and my tongue felt like a piece of sandpaper, I was so thirsty! Then, at dinner-time I suddenly got this stabbing pain in my stomach and it stayed there for ages, so I went home at around 2-ish. Wasn't much to do anyway so I didn't miss much. My head was wuzzy all day and I've only just got over last night. I enjoyed myself though. TOTP crap. 'The Living Planet' not bad.
9th March 1984
Weather suddenly gone colder and it's doing my head in. Went back to work and Sue thought I was mad. Glad I did cos it was quite a busy day so I wasn't bored. Had a good laugh as always on a Friday. Everyone in a good mood. My head was splitting by the time 4pm came round. Dean didn't look very happy for some reason. I reckon he's going to pack it in soon cos he looks fed up. Anyway, I fancy Andy ('Hippy') more now in the Eyeball. He's a laugh. Don't feel very well at the moment.
10th March 1984
Got up at 11-ish to wash hair. Had to wash it in naff Fairy Liquid cos there was no shampoo. There was loads of conditioner though - typical! Wol came round at 1.30 so we went to Town. Didn't stay there long cos couldn't find new Marillion LP and the Van Halen '1984' was just too expensive - £5.79 in Boots. That's far too much so I bought 'The Shrine' by James Herbert instead. The write-up looks good and it's already a bestseller. Met Linda and she brought us home. Went to Wol's after watching Def Leppard on telly. My God, talk about FIT!
11th March 1984
Sundays are always the same. I don't know why I bother to write anything at all because it's so bloody boring! Got up for dinner which was lovely. Recorded some stuff for Wolj and played allsorts of other things. Read some of 'Shrine' by James Herbert which is looking rather good. I'm pleased about getting my money's worth - £2.25 to be precise. It's quite thick though. There are only 2 books by him I'm short of - 'The Dark' and 'The Jonah.' Must buy them soon. Chart crap from about top 15.
12th March 1984
What an sleep I had last night. There was no way I wanted to get up for work - but I did. Unfortunately. Not much to do when I got there but when the work did come, it came all at once - as usual. It's very annoying when that happens. Put another piccy of Fish up (now got 2 plus 'Marillion' emblazoned in posh writing next to them). Must get a big poster of Marillion and put it on front of drum. That will frighten everyone away! No, I think they're wonderful really, especially Fish, who I adore. Weather average.
13th March 1984
Another exciting day was had by all again today (being sarcastic). Weather bit colder but at least the rain stayed away. In fact, we haven't had much rain recently, which makes a change doesn't it? Had a good laugh at work. There was one 'nasty' moment when Diane kept moaning about her melting toffee crisp (big deal)! and I said 'I can't carry it on my bloody head Diane.' At least she shut up. Honestly, I've never known a department which complains so much about food and drink as Accounts!
14th March 1984
This pen is bugging me! Why? Because it's not bloody writing properly, that's why! I am now going to use my other one...there, that's better! Onto today's goings-on. Well, not a lot really. Not much to do but much busier than yesterday because of Rep's Post and stuff Arkew couldn't be bothered with. This week is passing by quickly - yet again. Oh, I forgot to put the other day that Dean has got the sack (last Friday) because he's too slow. Poor sod. We've got a 'Billy Boon' in now (Coon)!
15th March 1984
God, what a BORING day. There was hardly anything to do and when we did get something the job only lasted a few minutes (a far cry from before Xmas)! Had a good natter though. Wol rang to say that us two and Lin going out tonight. Didn't really want to because of 'The Living Planet' but it's bound to be repeated so I didn't really mind. In the Queens Lin said Lee (at Eyeball) works with her and she's going to try and fix me up with him. It'll be a bloody miracle if she does.
16th March 1984
My favourite day of the week! Mind you, I hardly did a stroke of work this morning because there wasn't a vast amount to do. Anyway, that soon changed by the time Rep's Post came round and I also (partly) got ready for invoicing out. Everyone chirpy because it's pay-day. They'll be depressed again when Monday comes round (including me). Lin came round to tell me that Wol will go to Town tomorrow. Glad about that. When Lee (Delta Dart) has sorted his problems out I might go out with him (hopefully).
17th March 1984
Buy Dad a cute little clock radio today! Preferably from Wisemans. Can't cos I need the dough! Got up later than usual today cos I was knackered. Didn't have enough time to have a bath so I just washed my hair over it. Wolj came round and we went to Town and I finally bought the Marillion LP 'Fugazzi' which is bloody ace! The cover is good too. Bit angry with Dad cos he wouldn't let me watch Marillion on TV but Miriam let me. Went to Rammy with Wolj and jukebox was much better than usual.
18th March 1984
Got up for dinner which was wonderful - but filling! Kept thinking about that ginger-haired lad a lot because I just can't understand why I don't speak to him. I had an ace opportunity yesterday in the bus station but I couldn't even bring myself to look at him, never mind anything else. Wally! The same will happen at the 'Eyeball' no doubt, when I see Lee again. He'll probably think I don't like him but I can't express my feelings towards him. The only time I feel comfortable is when I'm drunk, and that's no bloody good is it?! I'll ask Wol.
19th March 1984
My favourite day! It was very hard getting up this morning even though I had a good sleep last night. Chris has had one of his famous haircuts. His new name is Sid Vicious! At first he thought I meant Sid James! Quite surprised because practically everyone in a good mood. That makes a change! Jackie said I can go home early on Friday because I've got to go to the Halifax. Knackered when it was time to come home. Wrote a nasty letter to the TW Fan Club & one for Uncle John. Delaine hasn't written for ages.
20th March 1984
DAD'S BIRTHDAY. Wol coming round because we're going out again. Didn't get owt for Dad cos he was nasty to me on Saturday night, consuming Marillion on the telly. Bugger-all to do at work. The last hour or so was spent 'doodling' - decorating my green and pink cards with names of Rock bands! Exciting, eh?! Day really dragged and very pleased when 5pm finally came round because I was dying to go home then! Anyway, got ready to go out and Wol came round at 8-ish and we went to Queens. The Turners were in too.
21st March 1984
Go to 'The Eyeball' - if you've got the guts. Don't really feel like writing anything but I've made myself a promise to fill in every line! Today started off really crappy because, yes - you've guessed it, there was nowt to do! But that soon changed when the Rep's Post came along. I was even glad to do it because it meant that I wasn't sat twiddling my thumbs. It was very hot in Accounts because of the 'blower.' Can't bloody stand it. Went to Eyeball with Wol & went in Gardeners.
22nd March 1984
Knackered because last night me and Alison walked about half-way home from Thornton! Finally caught a bus at around 10 to midnight. What a weird place it is - so isolated! The only nice thing about it are the houses! I wish Lee lived nearer Layton. I know that sounds a bit selfish but I just can't stand Thornton. Apparently, Debbie said that Lee had said to her, 'Has Jane come in yet?' and she told him that I'd been and gone. The wally hadn't even seen me and he was only stood a couple of feet away. MEN!!
23rd March 1984
What a day at work! The excitement was just too much. No wonder I've got a migraine! It all started at break-time when Carrie brought in a card with some naughty things in it, plus a pressy - well, two really, a choker serpentine necklace and yet another pair of round ear-rings - I'm determined not to lose them this time. Also received a long bell-chain from Accounts and I love it (plus big card from everybody). Went early to draw out money & the hi-fi finally came at tea-time & it's fantastic!!
24th March 1984
MY 18TH BIRTHDAY. Didn't have chance to play stereo much this morning but read on and you'll find out that I made up for it later on. Went to Preston on train with Wolj (both got on half!!!) Only cost 85p there and back. Couldn't believe our luck! Anyway, at Preston we looked round all the shops and they're all over the place. I bought an indian top from a place called 'Orbit' which sells some gorgeous things. If I'd had more money I would've gone mad! Came home earlier than expected cos we walked too much, so that's why the hi-fi came on! Pressy off Mim, card off DELAINE!
25th March 1984
Doesn't bloody feel like British Summer Time but never mind. The daffodils, etc are out, so it can't be that cold. Anyway, it's slightly warmer in the morning now because of the clocks moving forward at the weekend. Not much to write about really (this girl has no imagination). Had more work than usual to do but there still isn't enough to invoice out. Quiet in Packing cos Les, the 'Projector Man' wasn't in. My God, I couldn't believe how silent it was. Glad day is overwith. Not having double cassette off Lil.
26th March 1984
Yesterday's writing should have been done today. Thick cow! I've been like this all day! The new '350 system' hi-fi is bloody ace. The sound quality is just wonderful - bloody should be for the price! Anyway, played it a lot. I love skipping tracks on the records and tapes. I haven't had chance to listen to FM stereo yet because I need an aerial for the outside. Dad's mate should be putting one up sometime this week. Feel very groggy. I think it's that lager in the GPO Club!
27th March 1984
My Diamond Head T-shirt came today but I spotted it too late to put it on. I will do tomorrow. Anyway, I tried it on after work and it's an ace fit. Glad about that. At work the jobs came in spirts. Didn't bother me though because I wasn't in the mood for doing much anyway. The heating was really bad because it was quite a mild day (the sun appeared a couple of times) but that made no difference to 'the blower.' It was still belching out the hot air as usual. I wish the bloody thing would conk out. Tired.
28th March 1984
Write up for new stylus. Lionel Ritchie still no.1. Cold gone worse so didn't go to work this morning. Nose full of gunge and my head splitting. My throat's not as bad as it was but it's still bugging me. Felt rough when I got up because I didn't have a wonderful sleep last night. Anyway, played records on my hi-fi even though i couldn't hear them very well. Mum went to shop after work and bought some 'Fennings' powders from Chemist. Cost over a quid but at least it's working. Says on box that can take them for migraine. Handy.
29th March 1984
Last night Liverpool beat Everton 1-0 in Milk Cup Final Replay. Bloody ace match. I hope Everton get in the FA Cup Final to make up for losing. Got up at 10 to 1pm this afternoon. This cold has really taken over me but I felt miles better today. Those Fennings powders are working really well. My head is much better and I hope that if I get a migraine in the future they will get rid of that, too. Will save money cos they're miles cheaper than Migraleve tablets. Sun was lovely and it streamed through back room. Ace.
30th March 1984
Was going to go back to work but my head still bad so decided against it. Asked Michelle to pick my wages up for me and I'm pleased that she did. It was a lovely long day seeing as I got up originally for work, but that didn't bother me. Played records, tapes all day so I didn't get bored. The quality on the radio (medium-wave) is bad so couldn't listen to that if I wanted to. Glad when Mum came in - someone to talk to. Not forgetting the 'woos.' I wish I would stop feeling tired. Fri Rock Show on SGV03 upstairs.
31st March 1984
ANGUS YOUNG'S BIRTHDAY. The little lvoe! He'll be 30 soon, bet he's NOT looking forward to that. Never mind, he's got a couple of years to go yet! Got up late but still had a bath. Noticed that Wol doesn't come round now that she's going out with wonderful Mark Turner, not that I'm bothered, I'm passed caring. Went to Town later (half 2-ish) on my own. Must've been mad walking it cos I'm still not very well. Glad I went though because I saw the ginger-haired lad with his mates, bless him, in WH Smiths. Bought Mum some Chloe.
Wednesday, 30 September 2009
1st February 1984 - 29th February 1984
1st February 1984
Not very nice weather for the first day of February (rained practially all day) but at least it's not freezing cold. Showed myself up on the way to work. I fell over at the top of Mansfield/Bispham Road! I've done that twice now and it's highly embarrassing. Tomorrow I'll have a massive bruise at the bottom of my spine. Ouch! At least all went well at work - well almost. I could've finished off my invoces if one of my cards had the right bloody verification number on it. Can't figure it out! Glad to get home. Tired.
2nd February 1984
DIAMOND HEAD at Clouds in Preston. I'll miss them too. That's twice now and nobody cares. I'm SICK of staying at home. It wouldn't surprise me if Wol & Lin have made up a foursome with their NAFF boyfrieds. Just like 'em that, the bitches. Busy at work 'cos Claire off. I balanced with my invoices so I felt confident to do Claire's as well (Sue visited her Mum in hospital, who last night had a baby girl). Sure enough, I balanced! I was dead chuffed 'cos I've never done that before. Nevertheless, I was glad to get home 'cos the telly was ace tonight. Queen were on TOTP and 'The Living Plant' was breathtaking in its photography.
3rd February 1984
Thank God today has arrived! It's gone quick this week but mustn't write much about it because otherwise next week will drag like hell! Had work cut out because Sue had day off and Claire has got flu, so everyone had to 'chip in' as it were. Avia was so pleased with us that she bought us all a flake each. Aah, she's cute! I was knackered by the time 4pm came round although I was very hot, which doesn't help. That also gave me a headache. Watched telly at home, including 'The Tube.' Lin & boyfriend came round to say we're all off to see Marillion! Ace! 'Auf Wiedersehen' was brilliant as usual.
4th February 1984
Got up at 10am this morning, surprise, surprise! Didn't feel tired either. Went to Town with Mum. At bottom of road saw Mark Turner who is what-yer-call F.I.T.!!! In Town bought few things, except LP by Van Halen which I forgot to enquire about in Sinfonia. Never mind, there's always next week. Mum put £10 deposit down for a hi-fi for my 18th birthday. It's the 350 system by Panasonic, price (excluding deposit) £346! We've calculated that we'll just be able to afford it in time. It's been reduced too and apparently the price will rise to about £450 in a month, so we've got a bargain really.
5th February 1984
My lie-in this morning, as always. Does me no good even though i still look half-dead when I got up! Not the most exciting day of the week but never mind, mustn't grumble 'cos I'm off work! Hate Mondays! Read some of my new bood I bought yesterday called 'The Living Planet' which is based on the BBC TV Series by David Anntenborough. I suppose it's worth £12 when you take into consideration the crystal clear photos and also the written work. Very interesting. Haven't done some tapestry for a while but I will be doing soon.
6th February 1984
Kept waking up during the night because of the wind and rain. Glad it wasn't raining when I went to work. It's gone VERY windy again, though. It's back to as it was at the start of the year - bloody awful! Never mind, it can only get better. Main job today was sifting through drum cards and pick out ones with o/s balances on before 14th Dec '83 so making out final statements. I've done a load - and that's just the H's! Fortunately, my drum isn't very big so if I just slowly plod through them everything will be fine. At home kept looking at stereo in book! TV quite good.
7th February 1984
Had a much better sleep last night, probably because I was knackered! Today couldn't carry on with statements because Claire nicked off with the typewriter. Not to worry - had other jobs to occupy me. Anyway, in afternoon used new manual typewriter from Admin! Everyone was staring at me because I was ace on it - probably cos of the wonderful way it types. Chuffed because I managed to type all my statements just before 5pm. Great stuff. Using other pen because t'other leaking all over the place. Bloody thing. Anyway, not much to write but I'm glad I'm home!
8th February 1984
My favourite day of the week (sarcasm there)! Yes, it's good old Rep's Post Day!! That is the most naffest job I have to do. God, it's boring. Anyway, got it done in record time because everyone was ON TIME with their mail! Hand out the flags! Also nearly all my 3 million statements I typed were right! Miracles never cease. I thought I'd have to type 'em all out again but didn't this time. Glad when 5pm came 'cos I was tired. Didn't play stereo. Instead read some brochures and saw 'Oz' in 'Minder.' Him in 'Auf Wiedersehen, Pet.' He is SO FIT!!
9th February 1984
I like Thursdays! There's something nice about them. Probably because it's getting nearer the weekend. It's been a VERY quick week. Even though we haven't been bogged down by a load of work. I'm not complaining, though. What's the point? Had a good laugh. I answered Jill back this morning. She said (before 9.45am), 'What are you doing in here, I thought I told you to stay away?' 'Sleeping, Jill!' I replied with head slumped on typewriter! I don't think she was amused judging by the look on her face! MARILLION on TOTP and Fish has got his make-up on again! He's ace!
10th February 1984
Must watch 'ORS' tonight because Marillion on it! 7.05pm. My favourite day of the week - by far! Pity nothing went right for me. What a terrible day! I was glad when 'home-time' came I tell yer! Weather much milder than usual. At least it's not windy anymore. I can't stand the wind. When I got home I did bugger-all except watch the Tube but what I REALLY wanted to watch was MARILLION (mentioned above). They were well worth waiting for. Absolutely brilliant! Fish is sparkling form, as ever. Later on watched last one of 'Auf Wiedersehen, Pet.' Fridays won't be the same.
11th February 1984
Enquire about Van Halen LP in Sinfonia. Got up at around 11am to have a bath. Very mild day. I knew that because my hair dried very quickly even though the fire wasn't on in the back room. Lin came to tell me about the arrangements for tomorrow's concert. I'm excited, Tommy! Saw her in Town after I'd bought my stuff (Sinfonia shut so bought 'Octopuss' by Cozy Powell instead - cost a fortune). Met up with Paul after about half an hour and Linda drove me home in car, which saved me 19p bus fare! Didn't go out tonight but played records 'cos of new stylus.
12th February 1984
MARILLION at Lancaster University. Got up late for dinner. After that did bugger-all except think about what's in store for me tonight. Got more and more excited as the afternoon wore on - and then, finally, the time came to be on our way to Lancaster! Took ages getting there and we had to queue for about half an hour too. It was worth it, though. The 'support' band weren't brill but better than most. But Marillion were absolutely fantastic! They sang my favourites, plus a few ace, new ones. Single 'Punk & Judy' included. Bloody ace was Fish.
13th February 1984
Surprised at how easily I got up this morning. I thought I'd have an ace sleep but I'm afraid I didn't. Not that I was knackered when I got up. I wasn't, which is very unusual for a Monday morning. I was raring to go this morning but by early this afternoon I was pissed off like everyone else & wanted to come home. Told everyone who would listen about last night's Marillion concert. I still can't get it out of my head which shows how good it was. I must buy new LP by them soon, called 'Fugazzi.'
14th February 1984
Guess what!! This morning someone came like a flash of lightening with a VALENTINE for Yours Truly! I nearly fainted when I saw it 'cos I've never had one before. It was rude too! I've a feeling Linda & Paul had been doing some stirring concerning me & this lad I'm going to meet tomorrow night, the buggers! If he's horrible Paul is in for an early death! He'll be found in Wards 10, 11 and 12 at Victoria Hospital! Head not terribly good but we all had a good laugh so I forgot about it. Weather improving.
15th February 1984
Don't know who the Valentine card is from!!! Marillion gone down in chart with 'Punch & Judy' which just goes to show that they haven't had enough airplay on Radio One 'The Biased One!' Cold and frosty this morning but still wore T-shirt underneath my jumper for work because it's too hot!! Everyone kept teasing me about my 'Blind Date.' How embarrasing. Did Rep's Post in record time, probably because a few have left. I wish the Auditors would go away because they're so bloody boring! When it came for the 'blind date' it wasn't to be. I'd got it all wrong concerning 'Colin' & I went out with Wol & Lin. (Explain THAT ONE tomorrow)!
16th February 1984
Had a restless sleep last night cos Thebes kept waking me up every time she moved about a lot, the little terror! I just managed to get up - reluctantly. It was frosty again outside which put me in a bad mood cos I hate the freezing cold weather. At work I had to explain about the 'blind date.' God, how embarrasing! About 10 people said, 'How did your blind date go?' & I said, 'Um, well, it goes like this...' and had to go through my story each time. I'll never let on about a 'date' ever again! At home watched TOTP which featured a Van Halen snippet. My God, it was ace!!
17th February 1984
Friday at last! Honestly, the week has flown past even though I've had bugger-all to do. Not complaining. I'd rather see the week go quickly than really slow. Mind you, sometimes you lose track of the days because they go so quickly! Well, today the high point of the afternoon was, of course, the friggin' Rep's Post!! Saw Les and the Securicor man downstairs though, when I took the stuff down. I have a good laugh in Packing, it's the only time during the day when I have a bit of fun. Glad to come home & watch 'The Tube' which was ace.
18th February 1984
Got up quite early today because I only listened to half an hour of 'The Friday Rock Show' and then went to bed. Had bath & in afternoon went to Town with Mum to pick some trousers for Dan & I bought myself tapes, etc plus an ace pair of bing, round ear-rings at half price in 'Rings n Things.' Going to see if I can buy a couple of charms for my sleepers next week, preferably fishes! Didn't do much at home but it's the weekend anyway so who cares? Weather quite mild & sunny.
19th February 1984
Got up for dinner, which was wonderful. Mum cooked practically the whole lot in this special pan she ordered last week. It saves on gas, which is very useful in this house! Didn't do much, but I decided to get on with my tapestry, which I've been neglecting before now. It's coming on quite well but I hate it when I have to change colours after one stitch, it's very frustrating! Played tapes and UFO record which I bunged on for a change. Fish was on 'Rock and Roll Trivia Quiz' on Radio 1 and he was ace. 13 of my records will soon be going upstairs.
20th February 1984
Not highly excited about going back to work, but can't really do much about it can I? Had quite a good day because naff 'Dave the Rave' wasn't in (one of the Auditors) so wasn't pestered by him. Honestly, I can't stand the fat sod. I hope he's not in tomorrow as well. Got phone call off Wolj & she's invited me round. Glad because Monday nights are always quiet & I wanted to see her new Music Centre. Got there through the snow & the hi-fi is a Binatone with double tape deck.
21st February 1984
Couldn't have set my alarm last night. I'm sure I remember doing it, though. Anyway, got up at twenty-to-eight - disgraceful! I never even did that before Christmas when we were busy. Roads slushy after last night's snow because there wasn't that much. Glad(!) NOT glad because if there was a lot then I wouldn't have bothered going!! Very quite day at work, especially late this afternoon but mainly there was something for me to do most of the day. Time passed slower than yesterday. Haven't listened to chart. Marillion better be up!
22nd February 1984
I look forward to this day all week!! Chart not very spectacular. 'Relax' is still No.1. Been there ages now but I quite like it so I don't mind. Queen have gone down 2 to No.4 which upset me cos I reckon it's good enough to be No.1. I hope there are some good new entries in. Did Rep's Post in good time. In fact, had quite a busy day (1st time this week). Ready for invoicing out so I'll take my time doing that. Received yet another letter from National Panasonic. Written back!
23rd February 1984
I was dead comfy in bed this morning & it was very difficult getting up I can tell you. It's horrible when I feel like that. Never mind, it's Friday again tomorrow. Yet another week has flown by. There is a lad (Dean) who has sorted work in Stores & he's bloody gorgeous! Talk about love at first sight! I saw him a lot today & the best was when I had to get some envelopes from Stores. My God, what a sexy voice he's got, I love it. I could've stayed there for ages but I don't think Avia would've appreciated it!
24th February 1984
Worried because not started today & I should've done. Looks like I'm gonna miss a month out - which has happened nearly every year anyway, so I'm worrying unduly(!) Had a good time at work. Nearly always do on Fridays because everyone is looking forward to the weekend, so they're happy! Kept going downstairs this afternoon with post to see my friend Dean in Stores. Embarrassed when Michelle and 'T' kept looking & smiling when he came in Packing same time as me. He's bloody lovely!
25th February 1984
Van Halen No.1 in America! Planned to get up early but didn't quite come off because I went back to sleep again! Got up, eventually, at 10 to 11am which isn't bad I suppose. Had bath & later on Wol came round & we both went to Town. Bought usual stuff & also splahsed out on a Live Thin Lizzy Double Album at £6.99! Haven't been that extravagent for a while. I'm pleased to say that it's worth the money because it's brilliant! Mind you, Thin Lizzy can do no wrong in my eyes. Played it and recorded it twice.
26th February 1984
I must explain why I recorded Thin Lizzy twice last night - one is for Wol. She's recording 2 albums of hers for me as well. 'Started' today. Thought I was going to miss a month out but not so. Haven't done that for ages. Makes up for me being early on about 3 occassions. Did bugger-all today. Played new Thin Lizzy double album loads of times cos it's ace. I love live albums. I should search round for a few more cos I bet there are loads that I've missed. Chart quite good. Hope Van Halen go up.
27th February 1984
Didn't mind going back to work this morning because of Dean. My God, he's a bit of alright! Michelle suggested me asking Pete Sidall where Dean lives but I'll probably be asked about 100 questions as to why I want the info. I'll think about it anyway. Lucky Michelle sits with him on Thursday morning in Stores. Wish that was me I tell yer. Minb you, I'd never get any work done because my eyes would be on his Angus Young lookalike face! Diane, Sue not in so quiet. Day went quicker cos of more work to do.
28th February 1984
Sue & Diane not in again so had to extra work (all three of us that is - I wasn't for going it all on my own). Everyone looked ill today & I wasn't exactly 100% healthy either. For a start, the heating does my head in. Didn't see my friend Dean at all today, but Michelle assured me he was definitely there 'cos she went to Stores. Lucky bugger. She says he's keen which is great because it probably means he likes it. Ace! It would be terrible if they got rid of him. Van Halen gone up 11 to No.20.
29th February 1984
'Nena' No.1 with '99 Red Balloons.' German song originally but she's singing it in English jsut for us! Very mild weather this week but the heating is still very hot, which is highly annoying! We couldn't even cool down when the windows were open, it was that bad. Only exciting jobs today were the debit/credit notes and the Rep's Post! Didn't see my friend but at home-time spotted him getting into a brill, old-type red Cortinia & drove off in it in our direction! Didn't know he had a car! He's so fit it's untrue. I think he knows too.
Not very nice weather for the first day of February (rained practially all day) but at least it's not freezing cold. Showed myself up on the way to work. I fell over at the top of Mansfield/Bispham Road! I've done that twice now and it's highly embarrassing. Tomorrow I'll have a massive bruise at the bottom of my spine. Ouch! At least all went well at work - well almost. I could've finished off my invoces if one of my cards had the right bloody verification number on it. Can't figure it out! Glad to get home. Tired.
2nd February 1984
DIAMOND HEAD at Clouds in Preston. I'll miss them too. That's twice now and nobody cares. I'm SICK of staying at home. It wouldn't surprise me if Wol & Lin have made up a foursome with their NAFF boyfrieds. Just like 'em that, the bitches. Busy at work 'cos Claire off. I balanced with my invoices so I felt confident to do Claire's as well (Sue visited her Mum in hospital, who last night had a baby girl). Sure enough, I balanced! I was dead chuffed 'cos I've never done that before. Nevertheless, I was glad to get home 'cos the telly was ace tonight. Queen were on TOTP and 'The Living Plant' was breathtaking in its photography.
3rd February 1984
Thank God today has arrived! It's gone quick this week but mustn't write much about it because otherwise next week will drag like hell! Had work cut out because Sue had day off and Claire has got flu, so everyone had to 'chip in' as it were. Avia was so pleased with us that she bought us all a flake each. Aah, she's cute! I was knackered by the time 4pm came round although I was very hot, which doesn't help. That also gave me a headache. Watched telly at home, including 'The Tube.' Lin & boyfriend came round to say we're all off to see Marillion! Ace! 'Auf Wiedersehen' was brilliant as usual.
4th February 1984
Got up at 10am this morning, surprise, surprise! Didn't feel tired either. Went to Town with Mum. At bottom of road saw Mark Turner who is what-yer-call F.I.T.!!! In Town bought few things, except LP by Van Halen which I forgot to enquire about in Sinfonia. Never mind, there's always next week. Mum put £10 deposit down for a hi-fi for my 18th birthday. It's the 350 system by Panasonic, price (excluding deposit) £346! We've calculated that we'll just be able to afford it in time. It's been reduced too and apparently the price will rise to about £450 in a month, so we've got a bargain really.
5th February 1984
My lie-in this morning, as always. Does me no good even though i still look half-dead when I got up! Not the most exciting day of the week but never mind, mustn't grumble 'cos I'm off work! Hate Mondays! Read some of my new bood I bought yesterday called 'The Living Planet' which is based on the BBC TV Series by David Anntenborough. I suppose it's worth £12 when you take into consideration the crystal clear photos and also the written work. Very interesting. Haven't done some tapestry for a while but I will be doing soon.
6th February 1984
Kept waking up during the night because of the wind and rain. Glad it wasn't raining when I went to work. It's gone VERY windy again, though. It's back to as it was at the start of the year - bloody awful! Never mind, it can only get better. Main job today was sifting through drum cards and pick out ones with o/s balances on before 14th Dec '83 so making out final statements. I've done a load - and that's just the H's! Fortunately, my drum isn't very big so if I just slowly plod through them everything will be fine. At home kept looking at stereo in book! TV quite good.
7th February 1984
Had a much better sleep last night, probably because I was knackered! Today couldn't carry on with statements because Claire nicked off with the typewriter. Not to worry - had other jobs to occupy me. Anyway, in afternoon used new manual typewriter from Admin! Everyone was staring at me because I was ace on it - probably cos of the wonderful way it types. Chuffed because I managed to type all my statements just before 5pm. Great stuff. Using other pen because t'other leaking all over the place. Bloody thing. Anyway, not much to write but I'm glad I'm home!
8th February 1984
My favourite day of the week (sarcasm there)! Yes, it's good old Rep's Post Day!! That is the most naffest job I have to do. God, it's boring. Anyway, got it done in record time because everyone was ON TIME with their mail! Hand out the flags! Also nearly all my 3 million statements I typed were right! Miracles never cease. I thought I'd have to type 'em all out again but didn't this time. Glad when 5pm came 'cos I was tired. Didn't play stereo. Instead read some brochures and saw 'Oz' in 'Minder.' Him in 'Auf Wiedersehen, Pet.' He is SO FIT!!
9th February 1984
I like Thursdays! There's something nice about them. Probably because it's getting nearer the weekend. It's been a VERY quick week. Even though we haven't been bogged down by a load of work. I'm not complaining, though. What's the point? Had a good laugh. I answered Jill back this morning. She said (before 9.45am), 'What are you doing in here, I thought I told you to stay away?' 'Sleeping, Jill!' I replied with head slumped on typewriter! I don't think she was amused judging by the look on her face! MARILLION on TOTP and Fish has got his make-up on again! He's ace!
10th February 1984
Must watch 'ORS' tonight because Marillion on it! 7.05pm. My favourite day of the week - by far! Pity nothing went right for me. What a terrible day! I was glad when 'home-time' came I tell yer! Weather much milder than usual. At least it's not windy anymore. I can't stand the wind. When I got home I did bugger-all except watch the Tube but what I REALLY wanted to watch was MARILLION (mentioned above). They were well worth waiting for. Absolutely brilliant! Fish is sparkling form, as ever. Later on watched last one of 'Auf Wiedersehen, Pet.' Fridays won't be the same.
11th February 1984
Enquire about Van Halen LP in Sinfonia. Got up at around 11am to have a bath. Very mild day. I knew that because my hair dried very quickly even though the fire wasn't on in the back room. Lin came to tell me about the arrangements for tomorrow's concert. I'm excited, Tommy! Saw her in Town after I'd bought my stuff (Sinfonia shut so bought 'Octopuss' by Cozy Powell instead - cost a fortune). Met up with Paul after about half an hour and Linda drove me home in car, which saved me 19p bus fare! Didn't go out tonight but played records 'cos of new stylus.
12th February 1984
MARILLION at Lancaster University. Got up late for dinner. After that did bugger-all except think about what's in store for me tonight. Got more and more excited as the afternoon wore on - and then, finally, the time came to be on our way to Lancaster! Took ages getting there and we had to queue for about half an hour too. It was worth it, though. The 'support' band weren't brill but better than most. But Marillion were absolutely fantastic! They sang my favourites, plus a few ace, new ones. Single 'Punk & Judy' included. Bloody ace was Fish.
13th February 1984
Surprised at how easily I got up this morning. I thought I'd have an ace sleep but I'm afraid I didn't. Not that I was knackered when I got up. I wasn't, which is very unusual for a Monday morning. I was raring to go this morning but by early this afternoon I was pissed off like everyone else & wanted to come home. Told everyone who would listen about last night's Marillion concert. I still can't get it out of my head which shows how good it was. I must buy new LP by them soon, called 'Fugazzi.'
14th February 1984
Guess what!! This morning someone came like a flash of lightening with a VALENTINE for Yours Truly! I nearly fainted when I saw it 'cos I've never had one before. It was rude too! I've a feeling Linda & Paul had been doing some stirring concerning me & this lad I'm going to meet tomorrow night, the buggers! If he's horrible Paul is in for an early death! He'll be found in Wards 10, 11 and 12 at Victoria Hospital! Head not terribly good but we all had a good laugh so I forgot about it. Weather improving.
15th February 1984
Don't know who the Valentine card is from!!! Marillion gone down in chart with 'Punch & Judy' which just goes to show that they haven't had enough airplay on Radio One 'The Biased One!' Cold and frosty this morning but still wore T-shirt underneath my jumper for work because it's too hot!! Everyone kept teasing me about my 'Blind Date.' How embarrasing. Did Rep's Post in record time, probably because a few have left. I wish the Auditors would go away because they're so bloody boring! When it came for the 'blind date' it wasn't to be. I'd got it all wrong concerning 'Colin' & I went out with Wol & Lin. (Explain THAT ONE tomorrow)!
16th February 1984
Had a restless sleep last night cos Thebes kept waking me up every time she moved about a lot, the little terror! I just managed to get up - reluctantly. It was frosty again outside which put me in a bad mood cos I hate the freezing cold weather. At work I had to explain about the 'blind date.' God, how embarrasing! About 10 people said, 'How did your blind date go?' & I said, 'Um, well, it goes like this...' and had to go through my story each time. I'll never let on about a 'date' ever again! At home watched TOTP which featured a Van Halen snippet. My God, it was ace!!
17th February 1984
Friday at last! Honestly, the week has flown past even though I've had bugger-all to do. Not complaining. I'd rather see the week go quickly than really slow. Mind you, sometimes you lose track of the days because they go so quickly! Well, today the high point of the afternoon was, of course, the friggin' Rep's Post!! Saw Les and the Securicor man downstairs though, when I took the stuff down. I have a good laugh in Packing, it's the only time during the day when I have a bit of fun. Glad to come home & watch 'The Tube' which was ace.
18th February 1984
Got up quite early today because I only listened to half an hour of 'The Friday Rock Show' and then went to bed. Had bath & in afternoon went to Town with Mum to pick some trousers for Dan & I bought myself tapes, etc plus an ace pair of bing, round ear-rings at half price in 'Rings n Things.' Going to see if I can buy a couple of charms for my sleepers next week, preferably fishes! Didn't do much at home but it's the weekend anyway so who cares? Weather quite mild & sunny.
19th February 1984
Got up for dinner, which was wonderful. Mum cooked practically the whole lot in this special pan she ordered last week. It saves on gas, which is very useful in this house! Didn't do much, but I decided to get on with my tapestry, which I've been neglecting before now. It's coming on quite well but I hate it when I have to change colours after one stitch, it's very frustrating! Played tapes and UFO record which I bunged on for a change. Fish was on 'Rock and Roll Trivia Quiz' on Radio 1 and he was ace. 13 of my records will soon be going upstairs.
20th February 1984
Not highly excited about going back to work, but can't really do much about it can I? Had quite a good day because naff 'Dave the Rave' wasn't in (one of the Auditors) so wasn't pestered by him. Honestly, I can't stand the fat sod. I hope he's not in tomorrow as well. Got phone call off Wolj & she's invited me round. Glad because Monday nights are always quiet & I wanted to see her new Music Centre. Got there through the snow & the hi-fi is a Binatone with double tape deck.
21st February 1984
Couldn't have set my alarm last night. I'm sure I remember doing it, though. Anyway, got up at twenty-to-eight - disgraceful! I never even did that before Christmas when we were busy. Roads slushy after last night's snow because there wasn't that much. Glad(!) NOT glad because if there was a lot then I wouldn't have bothered going!! Very quite day at work, especially late this afternoon but mainly there was something for me to do most of the day. Time passed slower than yesterday. Haven't listened to chart. Marillion better be up!
22nd February 1984
I look forward to this day all week!! Chart not very spectacular. 'Relax' is still No.1. Been there ages now but I quite like it so I don't mind. Queen have gone down 2 to No.4 which upset me cos I reckon it's good enough to be No.1. I hope there are some good new entries in. Did Rep's Post in good time. In fact, had quite a busy day (1st time this week). Ready for invoicing out so I'll take my time doing that. Received yet another letter from National Panasonic. Written back!
23rd February 1984
I was dead comfy in bed this morning & it was very difficult getting up I can tell you. It's horrible when I feel like that. Never mind, it's Friday again tomorrow. Yet another week has flown by. There is a lad (Dean) who has sorted work in Stores & he's bloody gorgeous! Talk about love at first sight! I saw him a lot today & the best was when I had to get some envelopes from Stores. My God, what a sexy voice he's got, I love it. I could've stayed there for ages but I don't think Avia would've appreciated it!
24th February 1984
Worried because not started today & I should've done. Looks like I'm gonna miss a month out - which has happened nearly every year anyway, so I'm worrying unduly(!) Had a good time at work. Nearly always do on Fridays because everyone is looking forward to the weekend, so they're happy! Kept going downstairs this afternoon with post to see my friend Dean in Stores. Embarrassed when Michelle and 'T' kept looking & smiling when he came in Packing same time as me. He's bloody lovely!
25th February 1984
Van Halen No.1 in America! Planned to get up early but didn't quite come off because I went back to sleep again! Got up, eventually, at 10 to 11am which isn't bad I suppose. Had bath & later on Wol came round & we both went to Town. Bought usual stuff & also splahsed out on a Live Thin Lizzy Double Album at £6.99! Haven't been that extravagent for a while. I'm pleased to say that it's worth the money because it's brilliant! Mind you, Thin Lizzy can do no wrong in my eyes. Played it and recorded it twice.
26th February 1984
I must explain why I recorded Thin Lizzy twice last night - one is for Wol. She's recording 2 albums of hers for me as well. 'Started' today. Thought I was going to miss a month out but not so. Haven't done that for ages. Makes up for me being early on about 3 occassions. Did bugger-all today. Played new Thin Lizzy double album loads of times cos it's ace. I love live albums. I should search round for a few more cos I bet there are loads that I've missed. Chart quite good. Hope Van Halen go up.
27th February 1984
Didn't mind going back to work this morning because of Dean. My God, he's a bit of alright! Michelle suggested me asking Pete Sidall where Dean lives but I'll probably be asked about 100 questions as to why I want the info. I'll think about it anyway. Lucky Michelle sits with him on Thursday morning in Stores. Wish that was me I tell yer. Minb you, I'd never get any work done because my eyes would be on his Angus Young lookalike face! Diane, Sue not in so quiet. Day went quicker cos of more work to do.
28th February 1984
Sue & Diane not in again so had to extra work (all three of us that is - I wasn't for going it all on my own). Everyone looked ill today & I wasn't exactly 100% healthy either. For a start, the heating does my head in. Didn't see my friend Dean at all today, but Michelle assured me he was definitely there 'cos she went to Stores. Lucky bugger. She says he's keen which is great because it probably means he likes it. Ace! It would be terrible if they got rid of him. Van Halen gone up 11 to No.20.
29th February 1984
'Nena' No.1 with '99 Red Balloons.' German song originally but she's singing it in English jsut for us! Very mild weather this week but the heating is still very hot, which is highly annoying! We couldn't even cool down when the windows were open, it was that bad. Only exciting jobs today were the debit/credit notes and the Rep's Post! Didn't see my friend but at home-time spotted him getting into a brill, old-type red Cortinia & drove off in it in our direction! Didn't know he had a car! He's so fit it's untrue. I think he knows too.
Tuesday, 29 September 2009
1st January - 31st January 1984
1st January 1984
Not the most exciting day to start off the New Year but never mind. After dinner played records and tapes on stereo and recorded a few things. In late afternoon (4 o'clock to be precise) Greenwood came round to take us to Uncle Tony's. Stayed there till gone midnight! It was quite good really because had a good laugh with Alison again, and also met her sister, Julie, for the first time. Alison played lots of records on her little record-player and we also watched the 'Fame' film on the television which was good in parts.
2nd January 1984
Planned to get up early this morning but didn't quite make it - probably because I didn't get home til late last night. Well, this week hasn't passed as quickly as I thought it would - which I'm pleased about. The telly programmes (especially the films) were miles better than last year which makes a nice change from the usual dirge they bring out. All in all, it's been a good week and I'm glad I haven't got a weight problem (I've eaten like a pig). The rest has done me good. I only hope I can get up VERY early tomorrow!
3rd January 1984
Well, it's back to work folks! I can't say that I was overjoyed at getting up at 7.30 this morning, but it had to be done. I managed it too, to my astonishment. It wasn't a very nice journey to work because hailstone was crashing down, together with gale force winds - it was horrible! I was actually glad to get there! At it happens, today wasn't bad. Everyone was going on about what they did over Xmas. There were virtually no Factory Staff in so it was deathly quiet downstairs. That makes a change. Gales still bad.
4th January 1984
Thank God that terrible wind has died down a bit! I was dreading walking to work this morning because of that. In fact, it was a beautiful sunny day, and it wasn't as cold as it has been lately. Wonderful! At work quite busy and did my favourite job - the Rep's Post! If me and Joanne left I dread to think what would happen. Total collapse of Starline I should imagine. Diane absent so had to keep her drum up to date. There are a lot of work cards to invoice out left over from Christmas.
5th January 1984
Weather improving all the time but it's still very dull and overcast - not surprising for the time of year. At least it's mild. Factory Staff back to work today so it was much noisier as I walked in this morning! Quite like it actually. I felt like I shouldn't have been there yesterday and Tuesday. Back to normal now, anyway. Joanne joined Diane in staying off which put me in a foul mood because I had to do the tea-list. How I hate doing that! The day could only get better - and it did to my relief. On TOTP Status Quo were messing about - ace!
6th January 1984
MALCOLM YOUNG'S BIRTHDAY. Doesn't time fly? It seems like only yesterday that it was Mac's birthday LAST year. I wonder if he thinks it's come round again quickly. Had to sort out my tray and also keep an eye on the Rep's Post at the same time. Exciting, eh? Will be invoicing out next week. The weather was dull but not exceptionally cold. Good! Rained in dribs and drabs but nothing to get depressed about. Didn't seem like a Friday but I'm glad it is anyway. At home watched Judas Priest on the Tube. Wol & Lin came round but still watched 'Auf Wiedersehen.'
7th January 1984
Managed to get up quite early for a Saturday. That's because I had to, to go to Town with Mum. It wasn't a very nice day to go anywhere really, because the wind was blowing a gale and it was cold! I bought new pair of red, flat suede boots and they're ace, plus a pair of tight, medium blue trousers like those that the 'ginger-haired lad' wears. They're brill too. Trouble is, I'm skint now, so I couldn't buy 'Pyromania' Def Leppard which I saw in Sinfonia - or blank tapes. Never mind, there is always next Saturday.
8th January 1984
Got up for dinner, as usual on a Sunday because the mornings are even more boring than the afternoons, so I don't bother getting up! After dinner played 'The Friday Rock Show' which I recorded two nights ago. It's my 'new thing' to record that programme every week, so by the end of the year I'll have quite a collection - plus the 12 or so that I've already got. I'm also determined to push my record collection to 100 by the end of the year - and I'm going to make sure they're ALL good - just like I did in 1983!
9th January 1984
Today soon came round, but never mind, it'll soon be Friday again! Few jobs to do but the time passed so slowly it was untrue! This afternoon wasn't as bad as this morning, but nevertheless it was a long day. I hope tomorrow passes slightly quicker cos I don't want to invoice out and then find out there's another two hours to go! Colder coming home than going to work. Everyone commented on my new gear, which was colourful for me. I wore top from catalogue (red), blue tight trousers and my red boots! Lin came.
10th January 1984
Didn't fancy getting up today. Story of my life that. Anyway, there wasn't anything short for me to do because I had to get on with my invoicing out. My total came to £45,000, which is a lot, but peanuts compared to Joanne's drum because hers is nearly double that! Poor Jo! I hope she has better luck with hers than I did with mine because I was £60 out. Not good enough! Won't be invoicing out now for a while anyway. Good! I'm glad good 'ole Avia found my mistakes for me. Honestly, I think I must be going blind!
11th January 1984
Paul McArtney new No.1 with 'Pipes of Peace.' Ace! Rest of chart not highly exciting but Whitesnake & Status Quo (No.3) are in. Weather not good this morning and I got wet - yet again! This afternoon it was sunny but it suddenly turned nasty and the wind nearly blew me off the pavement, coming home! Typical of British weather. At work, got busier as the day wore on. Of course, the inevitable Rep's Post came and Claire helped me for a change because Joanne was busy invoicing out. Also enjoyed doing some typing for Jackie. Good eh?!
12th January 1984
My God this week has dragged compared to last! Never mind, it's Friday again tomorrow. 'Bout time! Had a boring, monotonous job to do at work - folding invoices/letters and bunging them into envelopes. Exciting stuff, eh? Nah, it wasn't exciting really, but I'm glad I've got my lot out of the way. Weather keeps changing and it's bugging me. One minute the sun is out, and the next it's pouring down with rain - as it is now. Better not be raining tomorrow morning. Watched TV a lot. TOTP was good. Had Howard Jones on, who's gorgeous.
13th January 1984
Hope nothing goes wrong! It didn't - oh, apart from me forgetting a couple of Reps envelopes when I went down with the post. Naughty, aren't I? At least I've posted them down the road in the letter box. Glad I didn't forget to do that! Quite a lot of invoices to frank but I haven't done all of them - not enough time. Today was horribly windy and I couldn't stand it when it was against me. It seemed an eternity getting home - especially when I had to collect boots from Cottam's. 'Auf Wiedesrehen' brill as usual.
14th January 1984
What a day (weatherwise)! The wind was raging away and I thought the house was gonna blow over, it was that strong! It's been doing this for 2 days non-stop now, plus the occasional spurts of hailstone. Nice, eh?! Why I went to Town I don't know but I did. Met Lisa and her friend Helen in Graffitti. Went round shops that I usually go in, which I was pleased about. Saw Simon Teale and he's disgusting! Bought tapes, Stevie Nicks LP from WH Smiths and U2's 'War' from 'improved' Sinfonia shop on Cookson St, plus book called 'The Naff Guide' - speaks for itself! LPs brill. Weather crap!
15th January 1984
Kept going back to sleep and dreaming a lot this morning. I can't remember what they were about but they kept me asleep! Dinner was rather good and after that played new Stevie Nicks and U2 records. Both are brill! There isn't one duff track on the SN's one and Mum loves it, not surprisingly, because it's classy. There are loads of different musicians playing on each track and the last one 'Beauty and the Beast' is the best I reckon, because it's got strings in and is very haunting. My F.F team lost (49ers). Shit! LA Raiders now!
16th January 1984
Didn't fancy going back to work again but I managed it with some effort. Everyone looked fed up - mostly Diane, who told EVERYONE she hates her job. Big deal! I don't particularly enjoy it either at this time of the year but I know that eventually there will be more work to do. She should help with the Rep's Post if she wants to do more work! Today we did the 'balances' for our drums. At the moment I'm just over £300 out but hopefully I'll find that tomorrow. Weather has changed for the worsed again. Nice, eh?!
17th January 1984
Guess what! It's STILL windy! It's really beginning to bug me now. The wind blew me to work and stopped me from getting home. Typical! At work, sorted my 'balance' out which still isn't right, even after me and Avia checked through my cards. Nobody has 'properly' balanced either so I'm not bothered - it's only £174 - something which is better than last year's figure. In fact they all were. Will be busier doing other things tomorrow eg B.O's and Cash we've stopped doing for a bit plus Rep's Post of course. Today dragged like hell. Chart not bad.
18th January 1984
Same No.1. The Quo gone down but Snowey White and Joe Fagin (sings sig tune for Auf Wiedersehen) both in Top Ten!! Whitesnake also up. Better be on TOTP. WRITING BELOW SHOULD'VE BEEN WRITTEN TOMORROW!!
The weather improved tremendously today. It was sunny all day but it was very cold. At least those winds have gone now. Lots to do at work. I've got through my Cash, B.O's at long last. A lot of p/o's came through too. Day still dragged, though. At home watched a lot of telly including TOTP which had D Coverdale on. What a body!!!
19th January 1984
BELOW SHOULD'VE BEEN WRITTEN YESTERDAY!!!!
At last! The wind has died down. Oh, it was getting on my nerves. It also stopped me from falling asleep. Anyway, today was beautiful - with sunshine too. Pity the temperature was rather low. In fact it's colder now than when the gales were here! At work started on my Cash, B.O's which were left over new year. Got 15 lots to do. I've done 7 I think so I'll still have something to do tomorrow. We'll probably be invoicing out when we've done all those. Should be fun! Not looking forward to boring days when nowt to do.
20th January 1984
PAUL STANLEY'S BIRTHDAY (KISS). At last! My favourite day of the week has arrived! Pity we don't get a fat wage packet but can't have everything can you? Quite busy day, as is the norm on a Friday but Lisa (from St Mary's 6th Form here for this week) did Rep's envelopes for me - as on Wednesday too. She was a real help and it's a pity she's gone. Joanne off again. It was funny cos I said to Jean at break, 'I'll only believe that Joanne is ill if I see a bandage on her toe' (broke it) - and she turnedup for her wages with one on - plus crutches!! Weather good. At home watched favourite programme, 'Auf Wiedersehen.'
21st January 1984
Got up before(!) 11 o'clock which is an amazing feat for me. Had a bath so I had enough time for my hair to dry before I went to Town at 1.30pm. Saw Anj at bus-stop and we chatted a bit. Waited ages for Helen and Lisa in Graffitti - and guess what - they didn't even know I was there 'till I looked round! Went round usual stores. Went mad & I've spent lots of money (about £18)! Bought 2 LPs - got Def Leppard at last - Rolling Stones book full of pics of their European Tour, & tapes & couple of LP covers at 18p each. Weather better than last week but cold.
22nd January 1983
THE SUPERBOWL 'Live' tonight. Teams playing are Washington Redskins - who beat my team The San Fransisco 49ers last week - against the LA Raiders. I hope the Raiders stuff em! Woke up quite early again. What's up with me?! Very relaxing day but at least found something to do - did some of my Tapestry. I've got to the bird now so I'll be using different colours. Exciting, isn't it?! Listened to some of the chart & then watched Preview of the Superbowl. The actual event began at 9.15pm and went on till 1.30am! It was ace - mainly cos the Raiders beat the Redskins about 35-3. Annihilation!!
23rd January 1983
'Started' this morning and I'm more than 2 days early - again! Never mind, at least it doesn't go on forever, thank God. Got up this morning to a wonderful sight of SNOW everywhere! I must've been mad going, but then again, I'm the Starline Mug aren't I? Fat Joanne didn't turn up (as expected) and it was left to me to do the tea-list (as expected). I hate the way they take me for granted. Sometimes I feel like shouting out, 'Why doesn't someone else do this crappy job!' but I haven't got round to it. Very tired after staying up last night.
24th January 1983
OFF WORK today because the sores that sprouted up on my face (top lip) on Sunday have spread and it's very unsightly. Mum made an appointment for me at 5-ish this afternoon. Didn't get up till late. Glad really because the day dragged like hell. Anyway, at least I know what those sores are no - inpetigo (whatever that is)! Mum had it when she was younger and she says it's very contagious. So I can't go back to work till next Monday. Mum's going to ring em up tomorrow with the bad news. Someone else will have to play at slaves.
25th January 1984
Didn't go to work again so I could get up late. I didn't get up as late as yesterday because that does my head. Found something to pass away the time - my tapestry, which is coming along rather well. Not bad for first attempt. The time didn't drag as much as yesterday and glad when Gobi came home at 2.30pm. Cute! I could do with a good book to read but there are so many to choose from in all the book shops. Anyway, got loads of good tapes and records to play. The HMV shop would be proud of my record collection (nearly £200 worth).
26th January 1984
I wouldn't like to be on the dole! It's terrible staying at home all day in, day out, with nothing much to do except listen to records. It's a good job I like them or I would be in a mess then. Anyway, the time passed by quickly and made a brew for Mum when she came home from work. She says she's not going in 'before time' because Mol won't let her out early. Tight, eh? It's Friday tomorrow - I hope my wages are posted through to me. Later on watched telly because Thursday is always a good night. Bed late-ish.
27th January 1984
Glad it's Friday, even though I'm off work anyway. Daft sod! It's gonna be rather difficult for me to get up on Monday. Anyway I'll worry about that when it comes. Not a very exciting day, but at least I've got some of my tapestry done again. The snow is beginning to thaw now so there probably won't be any left by Monday, thank God. I'm beginning to get sick of the stuff - especially now when it's iced up. I'm not surprised Carrie likes snow - she's in her nice warm car! Had a bath & washed hair before 'Auf Wiedersehen Pet' came on. It was ace as usual.
28th January 1984
Write up for new stylus. If going to Town buy some LP covers from Sinfonia. Couldn't because didn't have enough money. Only had £10 (which Dad gave me because he owed it me anyway) so I had to spend that wisely. For a start my wages weren't posted to me, as expected. Anyhow, still bought another U2 album plus tapes and Kerrang! mag which I haven't bought for yonks. The main reasons for doing so this time was because both Whitesnake and David Lee Roth were featured, so I just HAD to buy it! Mad cos Linda not in when I phoned her.
29th January 1984
Got up for dinner-time. The swill was wonderful but I was hungry again after a couple of hours, which is rare for me on a Sunday. Anyway, played tapes, especially those which I used to record 'The Friday Rock Show' just gone, which was the best for ages. For a start Marillion have a new single out called 'Punch & Judy' so no doubt they'll be bringing out an LP soon. If the single is anything to go by the LPs should be even better than the previous one - if that's possible! Also I've got on famously with my tapestry which is quite good for me.
30th January 1984
BACK TO WORK! It was quite easy getting up this morning - always is when I think I won't manage it! Everybody wanted to know how I was. Naff Joanne, apparently, had to come in last week - on crutches - because 'Hitler' Jackie said that 'she'd ONLY broken her toe.' Bloody cheek! I would've told her where to go - back to Deutchland! Only bad thing about her being off (was today) is that I have to do the tea-list and I HATE it! Mind you, I'm getting better at writing it all out cos of Joanne being off so many times! Quite busy day so the time passed quicker. Mild but rainy day.
31st January 1984
Yet another exciting day ahead of me. How sarcastic of me! It wasn't exciting at all. I know something, though, it was hot in Accounts. The 'blower' was so bad the warm air was heating my face up and making it glow bright red. Makes me ill. Joanne turned up with her broken toe, plus one crutch. Apparently, she was off yesterday cos she went to the hospital - fair enough. Glad she's back. Mad with Deb cos she won't go to see Diamond Head with me on Thursday night, the cow! Depressed!!
Not the most exciting day to start off the New Year but never mind. After dinner played records and tapes on stereo and recorded a few things. In late afternoon (4 o'clock to be precise) Greenwood came round to take us to Uncle Tony's. Stayed there till gone midnight! It was quite good really because had a good laugh with Alison again, and also met her sister, Julie, for the first time. Alison played lots of records on her little record-player and we also watched the 'Fame' film on the television which was good in parts.
2nd January 1984
Planned to get up early this morning but didn't quite make it - probably because I didn't get home til late last night. Well, this week hasn't passed as quickly as I thought it would - which I'm pleased about. The telly programmes (especially the films) were miles better than last year which makes a nice change from the usual dirge they bring out. All in all, it's been a good week and I'm glad I haven't got a weight problem (I've eaten like a pig). The rest has done me good. I only hope I can get up VERY early tomorrow!
3rd January 1984
Well, it's back to work folks! I can't say that I was overjoyed at getting up at 7.30 this morning, but it had to be done. I managed it too, to my astonishment. It wasn't a very nice journey to work because hailstone was crashing down, together with gale force winds - it was horrible! I was actually glad to get there! At it happens, today wasn't bad. Everyone was going on about what they did over Xmas. There were virtually no Factory Staff in so it was deathly quiet downstairs. That makes a change. Gales still bad.
4th January 1984
Thank God that terrible wind has died down a bit! I was dreading walking to work this morning because of that. In fact, it was a beautiful sunny day, and it wasn't as cold as it has been lately. Wonderful! At work quite busy and did my favourite job - the Rep's Post! If me and Joanne left I dread to think what would happen. Total collapse of Starline I should imagine. Diane absent so had to keep her drum up to date. There are a lot of work cards to invoice out left over from Christmas.
5th January 1984
Weather improving all the time but it's still very dull and overcast - not surprising for the time of year. At least it's mild. Factory Staff back to work today so it was much noisier as I walked in this morning! Quite like it actually. I felt like I shouldn't have been there yesterday and Tuesday. Back to normal now, anyway. Joanne joined Diane in staying off which put me in a foul mood because I had to do the tea-list. How I hate doing that! The day could only get better - and it did to my relief. On TOTP Status Quo were messing about - ace!
6th January 1984
MALCOLM YOUNG'S BIRTHDAY. Doesn't time fly? It seems like only yesterday that it was Mac's birthday LAST year. I wonder if he thinks it's come round again quickly. Had to sort out my tray and also keep an eye on the Rep's Post at the same time. Exciting, eh? Will be invoicing out next week. The weather was dull but not exceptionally cold. Good! Rained in dribs and drabs but nothing to get depressed about. Didn't seem like a Friday but I'm glad it is anyway. At home watched Judas Priest on the Tube. Wol & Lin came round but still watched 'Auf Wiedersehen.'
7th January 1984
Managed to get up quite early for a Saturday. That's because I had to, to go to Town with Mum. It wasn't a very nice day to go anywhere really, because the wind was blowing a gale and it was cold! I bought new pair of red, flat suede boots and they're ace, plus a pair of tight, medium blue trousers like those that the 'ginger-haired lad' wears. They're brill too. Trouble is, I'm skint now, so I couldn't buy 'Pyromania' Def Leppard which I saw in Sinfonia - or blank tapes. Never mind, there is always next Saturday.
8th January 1984
Got up for dinner, as usual on a Sunday because the mornings are even more boring than the afternoons, so I don't bother getting up! After dinner played 'The Friday Rock Show' which I recorded two nights ago. It's my 'new thing' to record that programme every week, so by the end of the year I'll have quite a collection - plus the 12 or so that I've already got. I'm also determined to push my record collection to 100 by the end of the year - and I'm going to make sure they're ALL good - just like I did in 1983!
9th January 1984
Today soon came round, but never mind, it'll soon be Friday again! Few jobs to do but the time passed so slowly it was untrue! This afternoon wasn't as bad as this morning, but nevertheless it was a long day. I hope tomorrow passes slightly quicker cos I don't want to invoice out and then find out there's another two hours to go! Colder coming home than going to work. Everyone commented on my new gear, which was colourful for me. I wore top from catalogue (red), blue tight trousers and my red boots! Lin came.
10th January 1984
Didn't fancy getting up today. Story of my life that. Anyway, there wasn't anything short for me to do because I had to get on with my invoicing out. My total came to £45,000, which is a lot, but peanuts compared to Joanne's drum because hers is nearly double that! Poor Jo! I hope she has better luck with hers than I did with mine because I was £60 out. Not good enough! Won't be invoicing out now for a while anyway. Good! I'm glad good 'ole Avia found my mistakes for me. Honestly, I think I must be going blind!
11th January 1984
Paul McArtney new No.1 with 'Pipes of Peace.' Ace! Rest of chart not highly exciting but Whitesnake & Status Quo (No.3) are in. Weather not good this morning and I got wet - yet again! This afternoon it was sunny but it suddenly turned nasty and the wind nearly blew me off the pavement, coming home! Typical of British weather. At work, got busier as the day wore on. Of course, the inevitable Rep's Post came and Claire helped me for a change because Joanne was busy invoicing out. Also enjoyed doing some typing for Jackie. Good eh?!
12th January 1984
My God this week has dragged compared to last! Never mind, it's Friday again tomorrow. 'Bout time! Had a boring, monotonous job to do at work - folding invoices/letters and bunging them into envelopes. Exciting stuff, eh? Nah, it wasn't exciting really, but I'm glad I've got my lot out of the way. Weather keeps changing and it's bugging me. One minute the sun is out, and the next it's pouring down with rain - as it is now. Better not be raining tomorrow morning. Watched TV a lot. TOTP was good. Had Howard Jones on, who's gorgeous.
13th January 1984
Hope nothing goes wrong! It didn't - oh, apart from me forgetting a couple of Reps envelopes when I went down with the post. Naughty, aren't I? At least I've posted them down the road in the letter box. Glad I didn't forget to do that! Quite a lot of invoices to frank but I haven't done all of them - not enough time. Today was horribly windy and I couldn't stand it when it was against me. It seemed an eternity getting home - especially when I had to collect boots from Cottam's. 'Auf Wiedesrehen' brill as usual.
14th January 1984
What a day (weatherwise)! The wind was raging away and I thought the house was gonna blow over, it was that strong! It's been doing this for 2 days non-stop now, plus the occasional spurts of hailstone. Nice, eh?! Why I went to Town I don't know but I did. Met Lisa and her friend Helen in Graffitti. Went round shops that I usually go in, which I was pleased about. Saw Simon Teale and he's disgusting! Bought tapes, Stevie Nicks LP from WH Smiths and U2's 'War' from 'improved' Sinfonia shop on Cookson St, plus book called 'The Naff Guide' - speaks for itself! LPs brill. Weather crap!
15th January 1984
Kept going back to sleep and dreaming a lot this morning. I can't remember what they were about but they kept me asleep! Dinner was rather good and after that played new Stevie Nicks and U2 records. Both are brill! There isn't one duff track on the SN's one and Mum loves it, not surprisingly, because it's classy. There are loads of different musicians playing on each track and the last one 'Beauty and the Beast' is the best I reckon, because it's got strings in and is very haunting. My F.F team lost (49ers). Shit! LA Raiders now!
16th January 1984
Didn't fancy going back to work again but I managed it with some effort. Everyone looked fed up - mostly Diane, who told EVERYONE she hates her job. Big deal! I don't particularly enjoy it either at this time of the year but I know that eventually there will be more work to do. She should help with the Rep's Post if she wants to do more work! Today we did the 'balances' for our drums. At the moment I'm just over £300 out but hopefully I'll find that tomorrow. Weather has changed for the worsed again. Nice, eh?!
17th January 1984
Guess what! It's STILL windy! It's really beginning to bug me now. The wind blew me to work and stopped me from getting home. Typical! At work, sorted my 'balance' out which still isn't right, even after me and Avia checked through my cards. Nobody has 'properly' balanced either so I'm not bothered - it's only £174 - something which is better than last year's figure. In fact they all were. Will be busier doing other things tomorrow eg B.O's and Cash we've stopped doing for a bit plus Rep's Post of course. Today dragged like hell. Chart not bad.
18th January 1984
Same No.1. The Quo gone down but Snowey White and Joe Fagin (sings sig tune for Auf Wiedersehen) both in Top Ten!! Whitesnake also up. Better be on TOTP. WRITING BELOW SHOULD'VE BEEN WRITTEN TOMORROW!!
The weather improved tremendously today. It was sunny all day but it was very cold. At least those winds have gone now. Lots to do at work. I've got through my Cash, B.O's at long last. A lot of p/o's came through too. Day still dragged, though. At home watched a lot of telly including TOTP which had D Coverdale on. What a body!!!
19th January 1984
BELOW SHOULD'VE BEEN WRITTEN YESTERDAY!!!!
At last! The wind has died down. Oh, it was getting on my nerves. It also stopped me from falling asleep. Anyway, today was beautiful - with sunshine too. Pity the temperature was rather low. In fact it's colder now than when the gales were here! At work started on my Cash, B.O's which were left over new year. Got 15 lots to do. I've done 7 I think so I'll still have something to do tomorrow. We'll probably be invoicing out when we've done all those. Should be fun! Not looking forward to boring days when nowt to do.
20th January 1984
PAUL STANLEY'S BIRTHDAY (KISS). At last! My favourite day of the week has arrived! Pity we don't get a fat wage packet but can't have everything can you? Quite busy day, as is the norm on a Friday but Lisa (from St Mary's 6th Form here for this week) did Rep's envelopes for me - as on Wednesday too. She was a real help and it's a pity she's gone. Joanne off again. It was funny cos I said to Jean at break, 'I'll only believe that Joanne is ill if I see a bandage on her toe' (broke it) - and she turnedup for her wages with one on - plus crutches!! Weather good. At home watched favourite programme, 'Auf Wiedersehen.'
21st January 1984
Got up before(!) 11 o'clock which is an amazing feat for me. Had a bath so I had enough time for my hair to dry before I went to Town at 1.30pm. Saw Anj at bus-stop and we chatted a bit. Waited ages for Helen and Lisa in Graffitti - and guess what - they didn't even know I was there 'till I looked round! Went round usual stores. Went mad & I've spent lots of money (about £18)! Bought 2 LPs - got Def Leppard at last - Rolling Stones book full of pics of their European Tour, & tapes & couple of LP covers at 18p each. Weather better than last week but cold.
22nd January 1983
THE SUPERBOWL 'Live' tonight. Teams playing are Washington Redskins - who beat my team The San Fransisco 49ers last week - against the LA Raiders. I hope the Raiders stuff em! Woke up quite early again. What's up with me?! Very relaxing day but at least found something to do - did some of my Tapestry. I've got to the bird now so I'll be using different colours. Exciting, isn't it?! Listened to some of the chart & then watched Preview of the Superbowl. The actual event began at 9.15pm and went on till 1.30am! It was ace - mainly cos the Raiders beat the Redskins about 35-3. Annihilation!!
23rd January 1983
'Started' this morning and I'm more than 2 days early - again! Never mind, at least it doesn't go on forever, thank God. Got up this morning to a wonderful sight of SNOW everywhere! I must've been mad going, but then again, I'm the Starline Mug aren't I? Fat Joanne didn't turn up (as expected) and it was left to me to do the tea-list (as expected). I hate the way they take me for granted. Sometimes I feel like shouting out, 'Why doesn't someone else do this crappy job!' but I haven't got round to it. Very tired after staying up last night.
24th January 1983
OFF WORK today because the sores that sprouted up on my face (top lip) on Sunday have spread and it's very unsightly. Mum made an appointment for me at 5-ish this afternoon. Didn't get up till late. Glad really because the day dragged like hell. Anyway, at least I know what those sores are no - inpetigo (whatever that is)! Mum had it when she was younger and she says it's very contagious. So I can't go back to work till next Monday. Mum's going to ring em up tomorrow with the bad news. Someone else will have to play at slaves.
25th January 1984
Didn't go to work again so I could get up late. I didn't get up as late as yesterday because that does my head. Found something to pass away the time - my tapestry, which is coming along rather well. Not bad for first attempt. The time didn't drag as much as yesterday and glad when Gobi came home at 2.30pm. Cute! I could do with a good book to read but there are so many to choose from in all the book shops. Anyway, got loads of good tapes and records to play. The HMV shop would be proud of my record collection (nearly £200 worth).
26th January 1984
I wouldn't like to be on the dole! It's terrible staying at home all day in, day out, with nothing much to do except listen to records. It's a good job I like them or I would be in a mess then. Anyway, the time passed by quickly and made a brew for Mum when she came home from work. She says she's not going in 'before time' because Mol won't let her out early. Tight, eh? It's Friday tomorrow - I hope my wages are posted through to me. Later on watched telly because Thursday is always a good night. Bed late-ish.
27th January 1984
Glad it's Friday, even though I'm off work anyway. Daft sod! It's gonna be rather difficult for me to get up on Monday. Anyway I'll worry about that when it comes. Not a very exciting day, but at least I've got some of my tapestry done again. The snow is beginning to thaw now so there probably won't be any left by Monday, thank God. I'm beginning to get sick of the stuff - especially now when it's iced up. I'm not surprised Carrie likes snow - she's in her nice warm car! Had a bath & washed hair before 'Auf Wiedersehen Pet' came on. It was ace as usual.
28th January 1984
Write up for new stylus. If going to Town buy some LP covers from Sinfonia. Couldn't because didn't have enough money. Only had £10 (which Dad gave me because he owed it me anyway) so I had to spend that wisely. For a start my wages weren't posted to me, as expected. Anyhow, still bought another U2 album plus tapes and Kerrang! mag which I haven't bought for yonks. The main reasons for doing so this time was because both Whitesnake and David Lee Roth were featured, so I just HAD to buy it! Mad cos Linda not in when I phoned her.
29th January 1984
Got up for dinner-time. The swill was wonderful but I was hungry again after a couple of hours, which is rare for me on a Sunday. Anyway, played tapes, especially those which I used to record 'The Friday Rock Show' just gone, which was the best for ages. For a start Marillion have a new single out called 'Punch & Judy' so no doubt they'll be bringing out an LP soon. If the single is anything to go by the LPs should be even better than the previous one - if that's possible! Also I've got on famously with my tapestry which is quite good for me.
30th January 1984
BACK TO WORK! It was quite easy getting up this morning - always is when I think I won't manage it! Everybody wanted to know how I was. Naff Joanne, apparently, had to come in last week - on crutches - because 'Hitler' Jackie said that 'she'd ONLY broken her toe.' Bloody cheek! I would've told her where to go - back to Deutchland! Only bad thing about her being off (was today) is that I have to do the tea-list and I HATE it! Mind you, I'm getting better at writing it all out cos of Joanne being off so many times! Quite busy day so the time passed quicker. Mild but rainy day.
31st January 1984
Yet another exciting day ahead of me. How sarcastic of me! It wasn't exciting at all. I know something, though, it was hot in Accounts. The 'blower' was so bad the warm air was heating my face up and making it glow bright red. Makes me ill. Joanne turned up with her broken toe, plus one crutch. Apparently, she was off yesterday cos she went to the hospital - fair enough. Glad she's back. Mad with Deb cos she won't go to see Diamond Head with me on Thursday night, the cow! Depressed!!
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