1st March 1985
I can't believe how quick this week has gone, even though Monday dragged like hell. I should've put my big coat on today instead of my leather because it was bloody freezing! What a wally! Nowt much to do until we invoiced out this afternoon. There weren't many - not enough to fill one proof sheet. After work went to Town with Lisa. Didn't buy much. Mad cos silver fish Lisa spotted this morning had gone. Swines! In bad mood cos Dad going on about Foreigner coach excursion to NEC £16.99 inclusive!
2nd March 1985
Got up late today. Had bath as usual. Didn't go to Town cos nowt to get. Throat bit funny again but still going out tonight. Just sat around waiting for 7.15pm to creep round. Finally it was time to go. Like a fool I wore my denim jacket. It was bloody freezing again! Should've put my big coat on. Daft! Went to Rammy and also took my camera. Took photos of Lisa, her of me (done up in Rammy). Took loads in Tache (specially of Mark Rodgerson). Also of Steve Cross! Walked hom & throat bad.
3rd March 1985
Got up around mid-day. Paid the consequences for not 'wrapping up.' My cold is even worse than that Thursday I was off a couple of weeks ago. Probably not going in tomorrow either. Honestly, I hate being ill, it gets me down. At least my appetite hasn't gone. That would be all then cos once the weight starts dropping off me, I go down to about 6 stone. Went in front later on cos I went cold and shivery. Watched 'Spitting Image.' What a laugh!
4th March 1985
Didn't go to work. Had a terrible sleep and whenever I was awake my head was pounding. Great, that's all I need, a cold in the head as well! Got up at 1-ish. Feel like I'm drunk. My eyes are sunken in like Frankenstein's. I'm white as a sheet. In other words, I'm not very well. My ears are blocked up, so is my nose. My head and throat are killing me. I hope Mum brings something home for me to take. I'm at death's door! God, don't I make a fuss!
5th March 1985
Had another day off work because cold still bad. Up a bit earlier. Poor Mum has also caught my cold so she stayed off today as well. Goodness me, there's only Dan that's reasonably fit, Dad has a massive corn on his little toe and yet he's still working. Must be mad! On radio Gary Davies promised some really groovy chart sounds. Honestly, I've never heard anything so pathetic in all my life! Dead or Alive No.1! Clive came round and asked me to go out with him Friday - no way! Watched some good TV inc 'Whistle Test.'
6th March 1985
Shouldn't have bothered getting up at all today. I knew Mum wouldn't be speaking to me because I gave Clive the KB (knock-back) last night. I wish he wouldn't complicate my life because it's depressing me. Had a bath to get out of the way. Coughing all the time and it's getting on my nerves. Looks like I won't be going back to work till Monday, not that I'm bothered - although I do feel sorry for Lisa not having anyone to talk to. I'll get photos done next week!
7th March 1985
Feeling a lot better now. Don't feel cold all the time, it's my cough that's getting on my nerves. I'm 'flooding' too which is annoying me cos I'm a week early. It's always bad when I don't feel very well. Mum bad with it (talking to me at last). Also Dan and Dad are full of it too. I hope it doesn't go round again. I don't think I could cope a second time. Did errand for Mum (and me) in sun. Later on, watched box and naff TOTP is getting worse.
8th March 1985
Excrutiatingly boring day. Usually I like Fridays when I'm at work but at home it's just like any other day - naff! That's why I can't understand how Wol can put up with being on the dole. I tell you, it would drive me insane. Got up around mid-day. Only bit of excitement was Lisa coming round with my wages, which was very good of her. We talked a while in the front and she's persuaded me to go out tomorrow night. She's as bad as Alison!
9th March 1985
Got up late so didn't have to go to Town (it's about time I saved some money anyway). Dossed in back room all afternoon. Mum bought a CLASSICAL record by Vivaldi - The Four Seasons. It's quite nice cos I've heard it before. It's not the same as the 'modern' version which everyone is buying but never mind. Mad cos bust my zip in my favourite pair of jeans - again! Motivated myself to go out with Lisa. Saw Wol and went in Fathers Tache after. Bloody DJ played trendy stuff the sod. Bored so went home.
10th March 1985
Prince Edward's Birthday - 21! Waste of time writing anything because I didn't have a very exciting day (you don't say)! Oh, I forgot to mention yesterday that gorgeous Bod was in the Rammy and he kept walking past to go to the loo and went to our part of the bar instead of round his end. Strange that, I think he does that so I can have a look at him! Must pluck up courage to talk to him next week if he's in the Rammy. My God, he's lovely! On 'Spitting Image' they did Jagger, Springsteen and Simon Le Bon. Ace!
11th March 1985
Well, it was back to work for me and Mum. We weren't very enthusiastic about it but at least the weather is mild - it's been gorgeous all day - ace! Everyone asked me how I was and I replied that I'm 'nearly' better which is true. Still got cough. Went out at dinner-time to take 2 films to be developed. One for me, one for Dad. I hope mine specially turn out cos I bet there's some ace ones! God knows what's on Dads! Exciting, eh?! Got Sounds off Peter D. Quite good. ZZ Top MIGHT be at Donington!!
12th March 1985
Really excrutiatingly exciting day! (Being sarcastic really - quite boring). The only bit of excitement cam when I picked up my (and Dad's) film(s) from the processors. What a laugh - especially of me & Lisa in Rammy and Father's Moustache. Got ace pic of Steve the Barman (back view). Ace one of me and one of Mark Rodgerson gonna have enlarged. Never guess who called for me to go out with - BOD!! Couldn't believe it! Had good night and in LOVE!
13th March 1985
Just look at the state of my entry in yesterday. Awful! You can tell I'd been drinking when I wrote that! It's that Pils, it does something to my brain - sedates it I think! Lisa didn't believe me at first when I told her about going out with Bod (he prefers 'Rob') last night. I swore it was true though. In fact, I had to pinch myself a couple of times to prove that I wasn't dreaming cos let's face it, things like that usually happen in dreams and not in reality. His birthday is on 4th April so he's Aries like me, the poor sod! Boring day at work.
14th March 1985
This must've been the most boring day of the week (and the coldest)! Bloody freezing! Had lift off Peter to work. Wouldn't stop for Lisa so if he stops tomorrow I'll tell him to 'sod off' if he doesn't stop for my friend, the tight arse! At work didn't have much to do. This afternoon me and Lisa kept writing out silly messages to each other to pass the time. Watched TOTP which was alright. Went out with Wol & Lin. Lee & naff friend in Rammy. Can't bloody stand either of them.
15th March 1985
Dee Snider's Birthday. The poor man is 30 today. Aah! I bet he got plenty of pressies though. Even though I was in a good mood I couldn't get into my work at all. Mind you, I balanced on my invoice run, thank God! Kept thinking about going out with BOD tonight (nervous or what)! Anyway, Lisa put my mind at rest and told me to get drunk - which is exactly what I did! Rob's mates were in the Rammy and one of them - Gary - kept coming over and talking to us which didn't go down well with Rob. In 'tache Ali totally ignored Lee's advances which made us laugh.
16th March 1985
Woke up this afternoon, looked in the mirror and found a love-bite of all things on my neck. Walked round with a scarf on, but I didn't hide it from Mum. She wasn't bothered though. Bought her an ace plant for Mother's Day. She's dead chuffed with it. Dan got her some expensive perfume. Didn't go to Town, just sat around waiting to go to Rammy with Lisa. She wore her denim mini! In Rammy Rob walked in with mates, told me 'sorry for saying that I thought Gaz fancied you' and then went home. Us two went to 'tache and then to 'the party that never was.' Back home 6 in the morning!
17th March 1985
What excitement there was today when I finally decided to get up, at half past twelve. I reckon I should've stayed in bed because, of course, today wasn't really exciting at all (I was lying before)! Kept getting butterflies because I thought Rob might've paid me one of his surprise visits. Silly aren't I? Dead nervous about going round to his house tomorrow (that's if I can find it). I hope his parents are easy-going like mine! Played Killing Joke LP which is ace. Also watched 'Spitting Image' which was hilarious - again!
18th March 1985
Well, kids it was back to work today and if it wasn't for the goings-on of Saturday night (me and Lisa nattered about that for yonks) I would've been very bored. Doesn't take much for me to get bored does it? Anyway, thought I wouldn't be able to find Bod's house so I rang up after work, and gave message to his Mum to meet me outside The Squirrel. Both went in there and The Old England. Took ages getting home. I'm glad it's not late cos I'm knackered!
19th March 1985
Fed up with the weather. It's deceiving me at the moment because I look at the brilliant sunshine, think it's quite warm but it's bloody freezing first thing in the morning (and at night). It's not too bad at dinner-time though - slightly warmer. Still haven't got rid of this naff sore throat. I'm going to leave off the Tunes for a while, see if it clears up on its own because they're not doing any good. Dad taped ace Whitesnake whilst I went to Wols. Her dog is mad! Had TWO cups of tea!
20th March 1985
Dad's Birthday. Oh dear! I haven't bought him anything - not even a card! Forgot, see. I've promised him I'll buy him something from Town Friday night. Lisa chuffed when I showed her the FOREIGNER TICKETS which came today. I'm chuffed too. It's only 12 weeks off which isn't too long to wait. Ace! It's about time I had something to look forward to. Me and Lisa will have to visit the Coach place on Friday because we haven't arranged transport yet. Bored at work, bored at home. Anyway, not long till Paul's party on Sat. Can't wait!
21st March 1985
Lisa, seeing as she was born in Cancer, is affected by the Moon (being a Crab). God, her moods were different today. I couldn't keep track! I'm glad she's still looking forward to the party on Saturday, because knowing her she'd change her mind. Better not. At work invoiced out and EVERYBODY balanced! I bet that's the first time that's happened. Avia was then in a good mood! Bored after that. Came home to listen to hi-fi and watched TOTP which was durable but not fantastic. 'Only Fools & Horses' was ace!
22nd March 1985
At last! My favourite day has arrived! In an ace mood cos everyone was good to me, seeing as it's my birthday on Sunday (same as Shelley's - she's gonna get drunk every night, think I'll do the same)! Bring cakes in on Monday. Mustn't forget! Got 3 cards in total (one had £3 tickets in) plus little Fish from Work's Office that I've put on a chain instead of ear-ring cos it looks better. Lisa looking forward to party, so am I! Bryan Adams on Tube. Rob came round. Feel guilty about not going out. ROCK SHOW ACE!
23rd March 1985
Paul's 21st Birthday Party tonight. I may include one for me in the morning as well. Lisa's coming - ace! Mad cos I've lost my blue pen at Paul's party. Typical! Had quite a fun-packed day. Ali came round with pressies off her and Lin - record and 'The Young Ones' book. Mum's got me an ace bracelet with horses' heads on it. In Town bought Photo album which I'll have to take back cos it's too small. Went out tonight as usual and me & Lisa put some ace things in Paul's card. Lin & Ali came in Rammy & then we all piled over to party which was fun (with Rob there). Argued with Wol over naff Chidlow! Must apologise.
24th March 1985
Nineteen today! God, I feel old! Thought about last night's party. Lisa is a cow going off with Gary and leaving me but I'll have to find out what happened off Lisa tomorrow. Apologised on phone to Ali about me shouting at her. Luckily, she was alright and she's admitted that she was wrong being with him, and she's going to tell Kev! Rang Rob and he's coming to my house Tues night instead of us going out. Fit or what! Didn't have a very exciting birthday (cos it's naff Sunday). Gary came round and gave me his phone number for Lisa. I must be mad but I'll give it to her to please him.
25th March 1985
Elton John's Birthday. He's 38 the poor bugger! Didn't really know what to say to Lisa when I saw her so I gave her Gaz's phone number and I only told her off 'a bit' for leaving me on my own. She said I wasn't in a good mood as the party wore on (since found out my drinks were spiked) which is true, so perhaps she - and others - left me cos I was off-hand with them. God, I can be such a cow with people at times! Lisa said others, besides me, were taking photos, which is why the film is finished already! Rob bought me card & Dio 12" round whilst I watched 'Warriors' vid.
26th March 1985
Worse getting up this morning for some reason. I wouldn't mind but the sun was out, which usually makes me get up. Lazy or what! Lisa said that Gary is going round to her house tomorrow night. Hope they get on alright. I was thinking about Rob coming round here tonight. Kept boring Lisa with it! Anyway, once I got home I had enough time to wash my hair before he came round. My God, he looked gorgeous, as usual (showing me up). We had a good laugh but didn't kiss!
27th March 1985
I am becoming so lazy in the mornings, I'm like a geriatric! I should be feeling wonderful now that the weather is improving - but I don't! At work had a really boring day, which dragged, as Wednesdays normally do. The only respite from the boredom was writing out an ace poem about the Rammy & the 'tache. Modified it a few times but now it's finished. Must show it Ali and Lin. They'd better laugh! Also wrote one about naff Colin, which is dead tight but every word is true!
28th March 1985
Bloody 'ell I thought it was Friday! Wish it was! Lisa going on practically all day about seeing Gary at her house last night. She was doing a damn sight more than me I can tell you! Anyway, only wrote a couple of poems about Clive, the rest of the time I was immersed in invoicing out! Balanced did me and Lisa. Good, eh?! At home did nowt except watch TOTP which wasn't brill. Went to Rammy as usual & saw gorgeous Gary. Must tell Lisa tomorrow.
29th March 1985
Thank God, it's my favourite day of the week at last! It was quite a busy day as well (worse luck). This was because of our 'month's end' work. Crap! At dinner-time picked up yet another film. My bloody enlargements STILL aren't back yet. Bastards! Had a laugh looking at those. Went to Town after work and bought too much (bonus day). At home psyched myself up to go out with Rob tonight. Went to Rammy and very late on saw Lisa with Gaz. All piled over to the 'tache & had an ace time. Took camera out yet again.
30th March 1985
Rob didn't leave till 5am! I slept downstairs cos I couldn't be bothered moving! Later on got a visit from Gaz and Lisa! They'd been thrown out of Gary's house! Stayed here till 12 noon, then I had to get ready to go to Town with Wol. Bloody knackered! I wouldn't mind but I have to go out again tonight. No, I can't stand the pace anymore! Couldn't take my camera out because I used ALL the film up last night! The Foto Processing man will be sick of seeing me! Naff Lee brought Mooey and Howard with him and they all looked pathetic. Led Zepp Paul poured Breaker lager over my head!
31st March 1985
Angus Young's Birthday. Yes, folks, it's my hero's birthday yet again. He must be counting his wrinkles now! I wonder if he thinks Sundays are boring like I do. I suppose he's too rat-arsed to take any notice of what day it is anyway. Must have a rest tonight and not bother going out. I've been a right little stop-out this week! Forgot to put my clock forward so I got up at 2.45 not 1.45. What a wally! Last night had a new drink - Guinness & orange - bloody ace!
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1st Feb - 28th Feb 1985
1st February 1985
Quite mild again this morning, I'm happy to report. Not much to do in the way of work. Still knackered though, as always on a Friday. Went out in Peter's car with Lisa and 'Sids.' Quite good for a change. Had one half of Pils and no time for any more. Typical! In the afternoon Lesley and Avia both gone home so had a good laugh. After work went to Town with Lisa. Mad cos she remembered she had to babysit tonight - so we couldn't go out together. Pissed at home instead. Hi-fi on.
2nd February 1985
Not very exciting for a Saturday really, but at least I'm off work! Went to Town with Wol and bought a belt (at last) and two books, one of which is about Astrology, and it's brilliant! Got me down to a T! Saw Bod in Town but didn't acknowledge him. Typical of me to look away when someone is staring straight at me. That's so I won't blush. Wol can't weigh me up - she said I should've smiled sweetly at him! Not into such soppy stuff as that! At home read and got pissed!
3rd February 1985
Have dinner later on now on Sundays, which is better because everyone can stay in bed longer. Before, I wasn't hungry when I got up at 11-ish but now that I get up at least an hour later, I'm ravenous! Succeeding in reading all of 'The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole' this afternoon. It really is a funny book. Wish I knew what starsign Bod is cos then I could read about him in my other Astrology book. What I've read so far about myself and others is perfectly true. Quite funny in places too. Something else that always makes me laugh 'Spitting Image.'
4th February 1985
What a drag going back to work! Soon comes round doesn't it?! Everyone been reading my Astrology book and I've even copied some for Lisa! In return, she's going to lend me 2 Phil Collins LPs to tape tomorrow night. Not bad, eh?! Also written out loads for Shelley. Eeee, the things I do to please some people! Writing scraggy cos Thebes keeps nudging my pen all over the place, I'm not drunk - honest! At home (whilst writing) had portable TV on and half watched 'Automania,' 'Coronation St' and 'Brookside.'
5th February 1985
'Feed the World' t-shirt came this morning, which put me in a good mood cos I've been waiting for it since mid-December. I'll be over the moon if the Twisted Sister one comes sometime this week too cos I ordered that around the same time. Finished off invoicing out and I balanced. Only had two sheets though. Nevertheless, a remarkable achievement! After that, sorted through drum and mad out a first statement for each one with o/s inv. for 31 Dec '84. Exciting eh?! Recorded 2 Phil Collins LPs off Lisa. Watched 'Whistle Test' which was very good. AK is fit.
6th February 1985
Thought it would be mild going to work but not so. Bloody freezing in fact! At work had an ace laugh when doing teas cos Peter had lost his butties and was trying to remember where they were! Sids nagged him to look in his car and he found them. They'd fallen off his seat (not surprisingly, when you see him drive). He would've been in a bad mood all day if he couldn't find 'em, the wally! Saw 'Big Al' just before dinner (Kev's brother). Fit or what! Typed mostly. At home watched a lot of telly. Bed later cos couldn't sleep last night..bed too early.
7th February 1985
Bloody freezing again this morning. Glad I had my long coat on or I would've been suffering of pneumonia by now! Been typing practically all day (statements). Still haven't finished them but at least I'm on my 'W's.' Really tired now. At home dossed around and waited for decent telly programmes to come on. Glad Phil Collins and Bryan Adams on TOTP cos it's been crap just lately. Needed these two to brighten it up a bit. Waited all week for tonight's '40 Minutes' which was about a gang of Bikers called the 'Outcasts.' It was ace. Love the bikes!!
8th February 1985
TOO COLD TO WRITE MUCH. PISSED ANYWAY (AND DEPRESSED). I WANT BOD!! SNOWED BUT DIDN'T START STICKING TILL LATER. BLOODY FREEZING, MUST GO!
9th February 1985
Woke up to a layer of snow on the ground. It must've stuck last night. Bloody freezing! Lin came round to say Wol wasn't going to Town but asked me to go out tonight. Mum talked me into it because I've been staying in too much lately. Before that played tapes and listened to American Chart which wasn't too bad. Quite boring today for a Saturday. I might even get to save some money this week for once! Anyway, Lin and Paul came round for me tonight and it turned out to be a crap night. They went to the Tache and I went home. Depressed or what!
10th February 1985
Mum told me some sad news. Poor Nan died in hospital this morning. Joe was hysterical at first but Mum says he's calmed down now. Nan was same age as Grandad when he died - 72. Ironic, that. Mum's taken it quite well but she looks older because of the shock she got. She'll recover though. Somehow, I don't think she'll be on sleeping pills like she was when Grandad died cos she wasn't as close to her. Mum wants Joe to go into hospital soon to get his mind together cos he's in a right state. Everyone feels sorry for him. Everywhere iced up and it's freezing.
11th February 1985
What an exciting day back at work (wasn't really just wrote that to relieve the boredom from what I usually write on work days)! Bitterly cold this morning but at least we haven't been getting blizzards and snowdrifts like other places. Diane not leaving - she's going to work in Admin soon and 'Graz!' is coming back to Accounts! Poor lad won't know where he is! At home had stereo on for a while. Watched a lot of telly including the Music Business Awards (no surprises). It was good for a laugh I suppose.
12th February 1985
Phil Collins concert tonight at the Manchester Apollo. Not to be I'm afraid cos the swines ran out of tickets! I bet it's an ace concert as well. Never mind, better luck next year!! Still bloody cold outside but the wind's dropped slightly and by tea-time it had gone. 'Bout time. That's what has been the main factor in our recent freeze - the wind. Don't I write a load of crap in diaries at times?! Will get some stick tomorrow from 'the girls' cos I said Whitesnake would be on 'Whistle Test' and they weren't. Not my fault. They've postponed it for some reason, the biased swines!
13th February 1985
Still no let up with the cold weather. I'm so glad I bought my long coat a few weeks ago or I'd be in bed with 'flu by now, wearing the leather jacket (not that I'd mind a few days off)! New girl called Samantha started in Accounts and she seems a nice enough girl. Dresses posh but not everyone can be scruffy like me can they?! Lisa's stereo will be waiting for her when she gets home tonight and tomorrow I'll educate her with Whitesnake, AC/DC & Chris De Burgh LPs! Went to Wol's tonight and she's going through another bad patch with Kev!
14th February 1985
This morning I couldn't get out of the house for all the Valentines on the floor!! Nah, I could really. I didn't even get ONE!! If I did, odds on it would've been off Sue like last year, the sod! 'Sids' got one and Teresa annoyed cos she said it wasn't off her! Oh, dear! Peter D got one and he interrogated me and Diane about it. How come we always get the blame, we had nowt to do with it. I'd like to know who sent it, never mind him!! Balanced invoicing out (whoopee)! You can tell I'm in a good mood (Friday tomorrow). TOTP not bad.
15th February 1985
Having my hair permed after work. Glad I'll miss out on Nan's funeral because it would depress me terribly. As it turned out, I could've done with going to a funeral cos that would be more exciting than what I did at work today - bugger-all. Glad to get out. Unfortunately, I had to go to the hairdressers. I must've been in there about 3 hours but luckily I came out about half an hour before I was due out with Alison. Perm alright so went to Rammy and Father's Moustache after. Good night but knackered!
16th February 1985
Got up later than usual because I didn't have to wash my hair. Later on (Joe here by the way) went to Town with Wolj and really bought more than I should have. Anyway, didn't let that put me off going out tonight with Lisa. In Rammy for 7.30, watched darts and ended up in Tache. Steve Turner gave me £1 he owed me for bet I won on American Football. That's when I got to know him better! Came here and didn't leave till 7 in the morning! I quite like him. Must phone this week.
17th February 1985
Seeing as I didn't go to bed till about 7.30 this morning I got up very late - around half 2-ish. Felt as though I hadn't slept but never mind, Sundays don't over-tax my brain to its limit anyway! Thought about Steve a lot. I'll definitely phone him this week but I've no money. I don't want to spend that £1 he gave me cos it's got sentimental value! Daft or what! Still managed to go out AGAIN with Wol and Lin but didn't have a very exciting night.
18th February 1985
Gone colder today - about -12 job, bloody freezing! Could've stayed in bed much longer but of course I had to go to piggin work! Mind you, me and Lisa had a lot to talk about for once. She said she enjoyed herself Saturday night and ended up at Ian's house. She was telling about the comments I came out with. Dear me, that Pils lager does affect my brain. It's a wonder I wasn't hammered into the ground. Best part was dancing to Foreigner. Smooching or what! Joe not allowed in the hospital.
19th February 1985
Felt like writing in block capitals but it looks untidy so I won't bother. Had another quiet day at work. Taught Sam how to split w/c's and how to work machine. Not bad for first attempt - better than I was anyway! Depressed about phone call I made to Steve yesterday cos he says he'll be going to M/chester (sick of hearing about that shit'ole) for an interview. No skin off my nose cos now I won't see him till a week on Friday at least (want to meet Bod). Watched 'Whistle Test' which wasn't bad. Hi-fi on. Joe back home. GOT JOB!!
20th February 1985
Listened to Chart and it's pathetic. Only about three are alright. I wish Springsteen would get to No.1 cos it's ace! Mad cos Alwyn didn't stay off last week with her bad throat so now she's given it to me! Thanks a million 'Al.' Anyway, I'm not going in tomorrow which is what Alwyn should've done. Never mind about getting behind with her piggin' work - she should put herself before that the naff bitch!!! At home relaxed and watched TV. Cindy died across road.
21st February 1985
Pissed off today even though I stayed off work cos of my throat. Sod 'em. How many days off do I have a year? Not many! They wouldn't miss me anyway cos there's not much to do. Glad that Mum home - someone to talk to when I got up (about 2-ish). Rest more than anything did me good. TOTP which wasn't bad plus 'Only Fools and Horses' which is brill. Went out with Wol & Lin which not as exciting as going out with Lisa!
22nd February 1985
Didn't fancy going back to work but it had to be done because I wanted to pick my wages up. Let everyone know I wasn't better - miserable aren't I?! Yes, I know! Lisa also off yesterday cos of tonsilitis (Sue off in morning). Awful thing is I don't feel guilty about being off. Usually I think about what's going on and stuff but this time I just haven't been arsed at all! Went to Town with Lisa after work and bought loads of stuff. Steve lying about M'chester other day. Out with 'L' tomorrow.
23rd February 1985
Didn't go to Town cos I stayed in bed till around 2-ish! Lazy or what! Rest did me good anyway and I bought everything I wanted last night. Put ace Bryan Adams LP on and annoyed the neighbours by playing it loud. (It's either that or listen to them arguing constanty). Throat not as bad as it was, weather improved. So much so that tonight came back from bus-station with Lisa and wore my denim jacket. Saw everyone in Rammy. Bod and Lee ignored me. Steve T not in M'chester cos he was there. M Rodgerson kept calling me 'babe.' Talked to Steve T and CLIVE(!) in the Tache!!
24th February 1985
Up earlier at around noon. Told Mum about last night's goings-on. Steve Turner was talking to all his intellectual friends last night (that doesn't include me). The only person remotely interested in me was Steve Cross (as always). I told him that his eyes are the most gorgeous I've ever seen! Oh, dear I hope that doesn't go to his head! When talking to Clive he said, 'You wouldn't be talking to me if you were sober. You called me a fat bastard!' Did I Clive? Don't remember that. Everyone looked depressed and if it wasn't for the Pils lager I would've thrown myself in the sea. Glad I didn't.
25th February 1985
It only seems like yesterday that I broke up for the weekend. Doesn't time fly when you're enjoying yourself?! The time definitely did not fly today, even though we were kept busy by typing finals, etc. I think it's cos everyone wants Mondays to go quick but they hardly ever do. Lisa chuffed cos I brought in more records for her to tape. We were talking about Saturday night practically the whole day, which proves we had a good time. Lisa agrees with me that I should've spoken to Bob in the Rammy. I hope I'll get another chance - soon.
26th February 1985
Very mild this morning so I donned my leather jacket for once. Supposed to be even warmer tomorrow so I'll wear my denim jacket like Lisa did today. Actually went out at dinner-time to corner shop to get some air. Really stuffy in Accounts. Another new girl called Angela. She seems a bit stuck-up to me but I'll give her a chance. Now that Di and Sue moved to Admin I'm the oldest and have to give orders out (can't drop doing 'Accounts II' tea-list till next week though)! At home bored but some good TV on later. Saw CLIVE again on way home!
27th February 1985
What an excrutiatingly (boring) exciting day I've had. I tell you, if Lisa wasn't there to chat to, I'd be suicidal. Nah, I'm not that bad really. It's just that the routine gets me down at times. Must've been mad cos went out at dinner-time again with Lisa. Mind you, fresh air does me good. Very mild again - so much so that I chose to wear the denim jacket Sue kindly sold me. Dead chuffed with it. The one Lisa borrows off her brother is nice too. She's going to buy one on Friday. England beat NI (footy) 1-0.
28th February 1985
POSTED FOREIGNER MONEY. Not as mild this morning but still wore denim jacket - and regretted it - cos it was bloody freezing (first thing this morning anyway). Did a spot of teaching again today. Angela has grasped the machine work very well. Still have to keep my eye on Sam but she's improving every day (plus the fact she's made notes). Found out from Sids that one of Auditors - Simon - is a Mormon (like the Osmonds), the poor sod. Wondered why he kept on about our swearing. We'll be worse now!! TOTP biggest load of crap I've ever seen.
Quite mild again this morning, I'm happy to report. Not much to do in the way of work. Still knackered though, as always on a Friday. Went out in Peter's car with Lisa and 'Sids.' Quite good for a change. Had one half of Pils and no time for any more. Typical! In the afternoon Lesley and Avia both gone home so had a good laugh. After work went to Town with Lisa. Mad cos she remembered she had to babysit tonight - so we couldn't go out together. Pissed at home instead. Hi-fi on.
2nd February 1985
Not very exciting for a Saturday really, but at least I'm off work! Went to Town with Wol and bought a belt (at last) and two books, one of which is about Astrology, and it's brilliant! Got me down to a T! Saw Bod in Town but didn't acknowledge him. Typical of me to look away when someone is staring straight at me. That's so I won't blush. Wol can't weigh me up - she said I should've smiled sweetly at him! Not into such soppy stuff as that! At home read and got pissed!
3rd February 1985
Have dinner later on now on Sundays, which is better because everyone can stay in bed longer. Before, I wasn't hungry when I got up at 11-ish but now that I get up at least an hour later, I'm ravenous! Succeeding in reading all of 'The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole' this afternoon. It really is a funny book. Wish I knew what starsign Bod is cos then I could read about him in my other Astrology book. What I've read so far about myself and others is perfectly true. Quite funny in places too. Something else that always makes me laugh 'Spitting Image.'
4th February 1985
What a drag going back to work! Soon comes round doesn't it?! Everyone been reading my Astrology book and I've even copied some for Lisa! In return, she's going to lend me 2 Phil Collins LPs to tape tomorrow night. Not bad, eh?! Also written out loads for Shelley. Eeee, the things I do to please some people! Writing scraggy cos Thebes keeps nudging my pen all over the place, I'm not drunk - honest! At home (whilst writing) had portable TV on and half watched 'Automania,' 'Coronation St' and 'Brookside.'
5th February 1985
'Feed the World' t-shirt came this morning, which put me in a good mood cos I've been waiting for it since mid-December. I'll be over the moon if the Twisted Sister one comes sometime this week too cos I ordered that around the same time. Finished off invoicing out and I balanced. Only had two sheets though. Nevertheless, a remarkable achievement! After that, sorted through drum and mad out a first statement for each one with o/s inv. for 31 Dec '84. Exciting eh?! Recorded 2 Phil Collins LPs off Lisa. Watched 'Whistle Test' which was very good. AK is fit.
6th February 1985
Thought it would be mild going to work but not so. Bloody freezing in fact! At work had an ace laugh when doing teas cos Peter had lost his butties and was trying to remember where they were! Sids nagged him to look in his car and he found them. They'd fallen off his seat (not surprisingly, when you see him drive). He would've been in a bad mood all day if he couldn't find 'em, the wally! Saw 'Big Al' just before dinner (Kev's brother). Fit or what! Typed mostly. At home watched a lot of telly. Bed later cos couldn't sleep last night..bed too early.
7th February 1985
Bloody freezing again this morning. Glad I had my long coat on or I would've been suffering of pneumonia by now! Been typing practically all day (statements). Still haven't finished them but at least I'm on my 'W's.' Really tired now. At home dossed around and waited for decent telly programmes to come on. Glad Phil Collins and Bryan Adams on TOTP cos it's been crap just lately. Needed these two to brighten it up a bit. Waited all week for tonight's '40 Minutes' which was about a gang of Bikers called the 'Outcasts.' It was ace. Love the bikes!!
8th February 1985
TOO COLD TO WRITE MUCH. PISSED ANYWAY (AND DEPRESSED). I WANT BOD!! SNOWED BUT DIDN'T START STICKING TILL LATER. BLOODY FREEZING, MUST GO!
9th February 1985
Woke up to a layer of snow on the ground. It must've stuck last night. Bloody freezing! Lin came round to say Wol wasn't going to Town but asked me to go out tonight. Mum talked me into it because I've been staying in too much lately. Before that played tapes and listened to American Chart which wasn't too bad. Quite boring today for a Saturday. I might even get to save some money this week for once! Anyway, Lin and Paul came round for me tonight and it turned out to be a crap night. They went to the Tache and I went home. Depressed or what!
10th February 1985
Mum told me some sad news. Poor Nan died in hospital this morning. Joe was hysterical at first but Mum says he's calmed down now. Nan was same age as Grandad when he died - 72. Ironic, that. Mum's taken it quite well but she looks older because of the shock she got. She'll recover though. Somehow, I don't think she'll be on sleeping pills like she was when Grandad died cos she wasn't as close to her. Mum wants Joe to go into hospital soon to get his mind together cos he's in a right state. Everyone feels sorry for him. Everywhere iced up and it's freezing.
11th February 1985
What an exciting day back at work (wasn't really just wrote that to relieve the boredom from what I usually write on work days)! Bitterly cold this morning but at least we haven't been getting blizzards and snowdrifts like other places. Diane not leaving - she's going to work in Admin soon and 'Graz!' is coming back to Accounts! Poor lad won't know where he is! At home had stereo on for a while. Watched a lot of telly including the Music Business Awards (no surprises). It was good for a laugh I suppose.
12th February 1985
Phil Collins concert tonight at the Manchester Apollo. Not to be I'm afraid cos the swines ran out of tickets! I bet it's an ace concert as well. Never mind, better luck next year!! Still bloody cold outside but the wind's dropped slightly and by tea-time it had gone. 'Bout time. That's what has been the main factor in our recent freeze - the wind. Don't I write a load of crap in diaries at times?! Will get some stick tomorrow from 'the girls' cos I said Whitesnake would be on 'Whistle Test' and they weren't. Not my fault. They've postponed it for some reason, the biased swines!
13th February 1985
Still no let up with the cold weather. I'm so glad I bought my long coat a few weeks ago or I'd be in bed with 'flu by now, wearing the leather jacket (not that I'd mind a few days off)! New girl called Samantha started in Accounts and she seems a nice enough girl. Dresses posh but not everyone can be scruffy like me can they?! Lisa's stereo will be waiting for her when she gets home tonight and tomorrow I'll educate her with Whitesnake, AC/DC & Chris De Burgh LPs! Went to Wol's tonight and she's going through another bad patch with Kev!
14th February 1985
This morning I couldn't get out of the house for all the Valentines on the floor!! Nah, I could really. I didn't even get ONE!! If I did, odds on it would've been off Sue like last year, the sod! 'Sids' got one and Teresa annoyed cos she said it wasn't off her! Oh, dear! Peter D got one and he interrogated me and Diane about it. How come we always get the blame, we had nowt to do with it. I'd like to know who sent it, never mind him!! Balanced invoicing out (whoopee)! You can tell I'm in a good mood (Friday tomorrow). TOTP not bad.
15th February 1985
Having my hair permed after work. Glad I'll miss out on Nan's funeral because it would depress me terribly. As it turned out, I could've done with going to a funeral cos that would be more exciting than what I did at work today - bugger-all. Glad to get out. Unfortunately, I had to go to the hairdressers. I must've been in there about 3 hours but luckily I came out about half an hour before I was due out with Alison. Perm alright so went to Rammy and Father's Moustache after. Good night but knackered!
16th February 1985
Got up later than usual because I didn't have to wash my hair. Later on (Joe here by the way) went to Town with Wolj and really bought more than I should have. Anyway, didn't let that put me off going out tonight with Lisa. In Rammy for 7.30, watched darts and ended up in Tache. Steve Turner gave me £1 he owed me for bet I won on American Football. That's when I got to know him better! Came here and didn't leave till 7 in the morning! I quite like him. Must phone this week.
17th February 1985
Seeing as I didn't go to bed till about 7.30 this morning I got up very late - around half 2-ish. Felt as though I hadn't slept but never mind, Sundays don't over-tax my brain to its limit anyway! Thought about Steve a lot. I'll definitely phone him this week but I've no money. I don't want to spend that £1 he gave me cos it's got sentimental value! Daft or what! Still managed to go out AGAIN with Wol and Lin but didn't have a very exciting night.
18th February 1985
Gone colder today - about -12 job, bloody freezing! Could've stayed in bed much longer but of course I had to go to piggin work! Mind you, me and Lisa had a lot to talk about for once. She said she enjoyed herself Saturday night and ended up at Ian's house. She was telling about the comments I came out with. Dear me, that Pils lager does affect my brain. It's a wonder I wasn't hammered into the ground. Best part was dancing to Foreigner. Smooching or what! Joe not allowed in the hospital.
19th February 1985
Felt like writing in block capitals but it looks untidy so I won't bother. Had another quiet day at work. Taught Sam how to split w/c's and how to work machine. Not bad for first attempt - better than I was anyway! Depressed about phone call I made to Steve yesterday cos he says he'll be going to M/chester (sick of hearing about that shit'ole) for an interview. No skin off my nose cos now I won't see him till a week on Friday at least (want to meet Bod). Watched 'Whistle Test' which wasn't bad. Hi-fi on. Joe back home. GOT JOB!!
20th February 1985
Listened to Chart and it's pathetic. Only about three are alright. I wish Springsteen would get to No.1 cos it's ace! Mad cos Alwyn didn't stay off last week with her bad throat so now she's given it to me! Thanks a million 'Al.' Anyway, I'm not going in tomorrow which is what Alwyn should've done. Never mind about getting behind with her piggin' work - she should put herself before that the naff bitch!!! At home relaxed and watched TV. Cindy died across road.
21st February 1985
Pissed off today even though I stayed off work cos of my throat. Sod 'em. How many days off do I have a year? Not many! They wouldn't miss me anyway cos there's not much to do. Glad that Mum home - someone to talk to when I got up (about 2-ish). Rest more than anything did me good. TOTP which wasn't bad plus 'Only Fools and Horses' which is brill. Went out with Wol & Lin which not as exciting as going out with Lisa!
22nd February 1985
Didn't fancy going back to work but it had to be done because I wanted to pick my wages up. Let everyone know I wasn't better - miserable aren't I?! Yes, I know! Lisa also off yesterday cos of tonsilitis (Sue off in morning). Awful thing is I don't feel guilty about being off. Usually I think about what's going on and stuff but this time I just haven't been arsed at all! Went to Town with Lisa after work and bought loads of stuff. Steve lying about M'chester other day. Out with 'L' tomorrow.
23rd February 1985
Didn't go to Town cos I stayed in bed till around 2-ish! Lazy or what! Rest did me good anyway and I bought everything I wanted last night. Put ace Bryan Adams LP on and annoyed the neighbours by playing it loud. (It's either that or listen to them arguing constanty). Throat not as bad as it was, weather improved. So much so that tonight came back from bus-station with Lisa and wore my denim jacket. Saw everyone in Rammy. Bod and Lee ignored me. Steve T not in M'chester cos he was there. M Rodgerson kept calling me 'babe.' Talked to Steve T and CLIVE(!) in the Tache!!
24th February 1985
Up earlier at around noon. Told Mum about last night's goings-on. Steve Turner was talking to all his intellectual friends last night (that doesn't include me). The only person remotely interested in me was Steve Cross (as always). I told him that his eyes are the most gorgeous I've ever seen! Oh, dear I hope that doesn't go to his head! When talking to Clive he said, 'You wouldn't be talking to me if you were sober. You called me a fat bastard!' Did I Clive? Don't remember that. Everyone looked depressed and if it wasn't for the Pils lager I would've thrown myself in the sea. Glad I didn't.
25th February 1985
It only seems like yesterday that I broke up for the weekend. Doesn't time fly when you're enjoying yourself?! The time definitely did not fly today, even though we were kept busy by typing finals, etc. I think it's cos everyone wants Mondays to go quick but they hardly ever do. Lisa chuffed cos I brought in more records for her to tape. We were talking about Saturday night practically the whole day, which proves we had a good time. Lisa agrees with me that I should've spoken to Bob in the Rammy. I hope I'll get another chance - soon.
26th February 1985
Very mild this morning so I donned my leather jacket for once. Supposed to be even warmer tomorrow so I'll wear my denim jacket like Lisa did today. Actually went out at dinner-time to corner shop to get some air. Really stuffy in Accounts. Another new girl called Angela. She seems a bit stuck-up to me but I'll give her a chance. Now that Di and Sue moved to Admin I'm the oldest and have to give orders out (can't drop doing 'Accounts II' tea-list till next week though)! At home bored but some good TV on later. Saw CLIVE again on way home!
27th February 1985
What an excrutiatingly (boring) exciting day I've had. I tell you, if Lisa wasn't there to chat to, I'd be suicidal. Nah, I'm not that bad really. It's just that the routine gets me down at times. Must've been mad cos went out at dinner-time again with Lisa. Mind you, fresh air does me good. Very mild again - so much so that I chose to wear the denim jacket Sue kindly sold me. Dead chuffed with it. The one Lisa borrows off her brother is nice too. She's going to buy one on Friday. England beat NI (footy) 1-0.
28th February 1985
POSTED FOREIGNER MONEY. Not as mild this morning but still wore denim jacket - and regretted it - cos it was bloody freezing (first thing this morning anyway). Did a spot of teaching again today. Angela has grasped the machine work very well. Still have to keep my eye on Sam but she's improving every day (plus the fact she's made notes). Found out from Sids that one of Auditors - Simon - is a Mormon (like the Osmonds), the poor sod. Wondered why he kept on about our swearing. We'll be worse now!! TOTP biggest load of crap I've ever seen.
Wednesday, 2 December 2009
1st Jan - 31st Jan 1985
1st January 1985
I love the first page of a new diary. I start wondering what the rest of the year will be like. Well, last year was pretty good on the boyfriends front for once. I don't know what will happen with me and Lee but even if we do go back out with each other I've a feeling that it won't last because we live so far from each other. Anyway, I reckon he prefers his drums to me, not that I mind - I've got "Bod" to think about now, and according to ex-boyfriend Colin, he really likes me too. Naughty aren't I?
2nd January 1985
Back to work. Thought so - yes, today was a slight anti-climax to the goings-on I've undertaken during the Christmas break! The only excitement was telling everyone about them! They couldn't believe 'the Barman' story but at least I could use Christmas as the excuse for going off with him in the first place (although I doubt I'll be seeing him again). Also told Lisa that I've written off to Lee apolgising for my behaviour. Secretly, I hope he doesn't write back because I've set myself up for "Bod." I'll have to wait that's all. Felt like a Monday at work and getting rid of '84 stuff.
3rd January 1985
Yesterday I forgot to put some terrible news about Def Leppard's drummer - he had his arm sewn back on after a horror car crash. The poor man is only 21. UPDATE - Operation failed I'm afraid, he now plays a special drum kit with one arm. Haven't heard anything about him today - will probably be in Sounds next week. Very cold and frosty walking to work this morning. Soon warmed up when I got there because the heating on (of course). Factory staff in so it's back to the noise again. Can't stand it when it's quiet. Time dragged even though I've got lots of work to do. Never mind, at least it's my favourite day tomorrow. Watched lot of telly and videod film.
4th January 1984
Even though Friday is the shortest day at work it didn't seem like it today! Talk about DRAG! That's the understatement of the Century! Anyway, at least I kept myself busy by mainly splitting work cards (exciting, eh)? Avia gave us some wonderful news - after the 'year end' stuff we've got to start the drum balance. God, I can't wait! Bit fed up cos started at work AGAIN. Avia noticed I was a bit cheesed off so to cheer me up she said, 'In the words of Mr Stonier "thanks for coming in!"' near 4pm. Good 'ole Avia!
5th January 1985
Felt really naff and under the weather today. Shouldn't have bothered getting up at all because I was incredibly bored. I wish it was Christmas again, most people are in good moods then. It soon wears off, which is what I don't like about the Festive Season - it's overwith too soon and people forget about being nice to others during the year. In other words, it doesn't last! Didn't go to Town because it SNOWED! Knew it would sooner or later. Received a letter off Lee plus one off Delaine. Lee is coming down on Friday. Hope "Bod" won't be in Rammy.
6th January 1985
Malcolm Young's Birthday. I can't believe how quickly Mal's birthday has come round again. The poor man must be getting on. I was fed up like yesterday again. Not exactly laughing a lot because there's nowt to laugh at, this being the naffest day of the week. Even the papers were boring me. I just couldn't be happy at all. My head is also knackered and I think it's because of the cold weather we've been having lately. Anyway, didn't go out with Wol and Lin. Watched Gallipoli film again on video. Depressed me even more!
7th January 1985
It was what-yer-call COLD today. That God the snow didn't fall on me when I was walking to work. Waited till I got there for a change. Not to be though when I came home - caught in it, but at least there's no ice about. At work dead bored cos all I did for most of the day was 'splitting.' Now there's a massive pile - shit! Good 'ole Avia has done the totals (3 up to now) on adding-machine. Last one left for tomorrow. Should have fun invoicing out! Watched ace 'Brookside.'
8th January 1985
Woke up to snow on the ground this morning - just enough to cover the ground. Shame really because everywhere else have had lots of snow (down South the most) so it looks as though we've missed out. I know about 2 years ago when we had about 3ft of snow Jill Cawte turned up for work. Bloody typical! I tell you, I'd be the last person to crawl in at Starline! My God, I thought I had a big enough run but Avia's found more Decs in my tray - thought they were Jans! Shit! 'Whistle Test' had Fish on. Gorgeous!
9th January 1985
Besides the ice on the ground there was thick fog this morning going to work! Bloody freezing too! Luckily Pat gave me a lift down Mowbray Drive, couldn't see a damn thing. Mind you, we're lucky compared to rest of England. It's even snowing in the South of France! We're told from our cute weatherman that's all coming from Siberia - and he says he wishes it would go back! So do I! At work been invoicing out my huge pile. Balanced with one lot of S's. £4 out with 2nd lot and now crashing on with T-V's. Watched telly at home.
10th January 1985
Freezing again this morning but at least it wasn't foggy. At work carried on with invoicing out and out £90 on T-V's. Avia found it so finished day off starting the W-Z's. Mr Marsden though, has told us to do some calendar ones the swine. Mind you, we'd otherwise have to start the drum balance (hate that naff job). Everyone quiet at work. Kept out of Sue's way cos I hate her guts. After work went to dentist and the swine gave me a filling - £3.30! Went later to Rammy with Lin and Ali.
11th January 1985
At last -Friday has arrived! Loads of invoicing out to do and as it happens I balanced with W-Z's. Ace! Saved Avia a job did that. Nowt to do now apart from sift through drum cards and take out the discount ones - exciting eh?! Dreaded going out with Lee but as it happens I had a good time cos later on 'Fat Rack' and Mooey turned up. What a laugh. Seeing them all tomorrow night.
12th January 1985
Didnt' get up till late. That's because I've had two late nights on the trot. Naughty or what! Went to Town with Wol and bought ace new Foreigner LP plus pair of jeans. Fit me really well too. Came home early. Me and Wol both shattered. Hoped she would come out tonight to see Fat Rack but never did (Kev's fault no doubt). Nevertheless, had an ace time with 'the mob.' I think I'm in love with Mooey. He's dead cute!
13th January 1985
You can tell I was 'over the limit' yesterday from the state of my pathetic writing. What a mess! Looks as though Lee's had enough of me because he was supposed to have called for me this afternoon and he never turned up. I'm tired of these late nights anyway and there was no way I was prepared to brave the SNOW to go to the Windmill. Freezing day and there's about an inch of snow on the ground. Wish there was more because I don't want to go back to work tomorrow. I love all the tracks on Foreigner LP.
14th January 1985
Ecstatic about going back to work (sarcasm creeping in there). What made matters worse was the snow (and ice). Had to 'make tracks' earlier than usual so I wouldn't be late. Saw Lisa and we walked up Mowbray Drive together. Once at work got on with the 'drum balance' - adding cards up on machine. Don't know if I've balanced yet cos I've got to do my Stop Credits and write-offs tomorrow. Exciting, eh? Snow not melted yet but I bet we'll get some more. Went to see 'Gremlins' with Lisa and it was horrific and hilarious at same time!
15th January 1985
Pete's birthday out of Marillion plus Biff's birthday out of Saxon. Fresh fall of snow last night but underneath still icy and I fell flat on my arse going up Mansfield Rd. What a wally! Takes longer getting to work this weather - not that I'm bothered. At work finished off drum balance and I got it down to a £71 gain so that's not too bad. Did loads of orders and tomorrow I'll start the cash, etc that I need to do from 2 weeks ago, etc. Wol came round and her romance with Kev is on the rocks.
16th January 1985
Snow hasn't melted yet. In fact, there was ice about this morning and it seemed an eternity getting to work because I was trying to avoid it all! Had a terrible day at work where nothing went right. Come back Diane and Lisa all is forgiven! It's a wonder Avia didn't strangle me as I've done loads of daft things. Luckily she's the forgiving kind. In chart fantastic Foreigner are No.1 with that beautiful song 'I wanna Know What Love is.' 'Bout time a bit of class got to No.1. Recieved catalogues - Panasonic.
17th January 1985
Pigging ice is getting on my nerves now. Nearly fell flat on my arse I don't know how many times. We're supposed to be getting blizzards for the weekend. Should be fun! At work had a better day than yesterday but still no nearer to finding the figure short for the drum balance. At home read the Panasonic catalogues (some ace things) and sending up money for stylii. Watched shitty TOTP - annoys me when they cut Foreigner off. Swines! Went out to Rammy with Wol and Lin. Wol depressed about Kev. Hope they get back together.
18th January 1985
My favourite day of the week by far - especially when I can go home! This week has gone all wrong for me. It's a wonder I haven't had the sack! I've been terrible! I blame it on the heating myself - can't concentrate cos it does my head in. Ice outside beginning to melt at last but this weekend we're supposed to be getting blizzards and such like. Better not! Bought long coat with Lisa in C&A. Saw Bod (too late to say 'hello' cos he'd gone) on No.9 bus. Had relaxing night at home.
19th January 1985
Thought today would be brilliant but turned out to be naff as you'll see later on. Didn't buy much in Town cos of that coat I bought yesterday. Psyched myself up for tonight but don't know why cos not a lot happened. Pissed off a bit cos I thought I was "all in" with S Turner (Wol off with Kev - spud) but on way home split up so Steve went with Ali so I know I came off second best - as always. Pissed off cos didn't see Bod anywhere. Wish I could have a decent local boyfriend.
20th January 1985
Paul Stanleys Birthday - Kiss. As I have pointed out lots of times before, Sundays are usually incredibly boring. Today was totally different cos me, Mum and Dan did something which we won't forget in a hurry - a spot of ouijiing (can't spell it). Anyway, Grandad contacted us and we asked him lots of things. Dan, apparently, is going to marry an Italian THIS YEAR and I'm going to marry CLIVE(!) in my 20's and Mum's going to have millions of grandchildren! He reckons if I go out with Bod it won't last long and Lee is seeing someone else back in Oldham, the swine! Good, innit?! Watched Superbowl & the 49ers thrashed the Dolphins. Ace!!
21st January 1985
Back at work and told people about yesterday's 'goings-on' - not supposed to really but I don't think Grandad would mind anyway - hope not! He also says that Nan will go into a Home when she leaves hospital and Joe will have treatment at a Mental Hospital but he'll be alright (thank God) when he comes out. Mum says she doesn't want to repeat yesterday's performance and once is enough I suppose she's right cos we've got to know what we wanted to, so there's nothing more to ask. Thanks Grandad, you're wonderful!
22nd January 1985
Was on the lookout for Lisa this morning on the way to work. Soon realised that she wasn't coming because she had a hospital appointment (thick or what)! At work didn't have a very exciting day. The heating should be turned off because it does my head in. That's being selfish I know. In fact, I'd probably miss it if it was turned off, it's just that I can't be warm and have my head spinning at the same time! Glad to get home and watched 'Whistle Test' which has been very good lately. Andy Kershaw is gorgeous!
23rd January 1985
Just when I thought we'd got rid of the snow for good, down came another lot. In fact, there's been some thunder and lightning too. We've had everything today! The snow was blizzard-like and occasionally we had hailstones as well. Depressing isn't it! Also depressing is work at the moment - can't seem to get into the swing of it at all. Never mind, not long till Friday now although I shouldn't wish my life away like I do. At home watched loads of telly. No letter off Lee as yet. Swine!
24th January 1985
Snowed a lot today. In fact I thought there would be about 3ft of the stuff by the end of the day but it stopped mid afternoon. Nevertheless, we were let out of work at 4.30pm (catch though - no afternoon break). Not complaining about getting home early. It was a godsend cos I was bored once I'd invoiced out. Snow turned slushy now but you never know, we may get some more! TOTP on later which was annoying cos missed Foreigner. Went to Rammy with Wol & Lin. Peter D playing darts!
25th January 1985
In a good mood because, of course, it's my favourite day of the week yet again. Doesn't time fly when you're having fun! At work quite boring cos not a vast amount to do. Wasn't bothered though. The heating was absolutely diabolical this afternoon - even when the windows were open it still didn't cool down! Brought John Sykes pic in and Di must've copied it about 12 times! He's gorgeous! Went babysitting but was allowed to play the stereo etc. Didn't get home till 3am but paid £4!
26th January 1985
Could've stayed in bed even later than 12 noon (which is the time I eventually got up)! Lazy or what. Mind you, I didn't expect to be in here at 3am this morning, so I suppose I've done alright really. Went to Town with Wol. Finally bought Chris De Burgh (ace) record and used up tokens. Also bought fingerless gloves at last! Went to Wiseman's and a man told me that if I got a tape deck (or good cassette stereo recorder) with 5 pin plugs in then that's fine. Cheapest Technics deck is £109 so best start saving for that. At home had hi-fi on a lot and played some of my best records.
27th January 1985
Got up at around 1pm this afternoon. Ask me if I'm bothered because I'm not. Sundays aren't worth waking up for anyway. Did usual mundane things like read the papers. Also watched film I recorded last night with gorgeous Mel Gibson in it! Film not as good as Galipoli but wasn't bothered about that. Mel's face was enough for me - fit or what! Looked at tape decks in Technics catalogue - and there's a nice one at £105. Must get it sometime during the summer. Watched funny 'Spitting Image.' SNOWED again.
28th January 1985
Well, back to the long hard slog again. Enthusiastic or what! I can't get over how quickly this weekend passed by - and I did nowt. Only go to Town of course, that's all. Never mind, only four more days to go till Saturday! Pete kept reminding me about the Meat Loaf concert that he'll be seeing in M'chester tomorrow night - the swine! He went on about the 'support' which will be Terraplane on the Preston gig. I wish I was there but it can't be helped when the tickets have all been sold. At home did nowt special except watch telly programmes.
29th January 1985
The morning soon comes round, much to my disappointment. It takes such a long time to and from Starline - especially when the weather's bad like it was on the way home. Never mind, it'll soon be summer! At work farted about looking for 'odd' amounts on drum cards for Avia to look at. Exciting eh?! Should be fun when we're doing statements soon because we have to go through the whole drum again. Bloody 'ell, I'll know my cards back to front! Ace Foreigner still No.1 but rest of chart unexciting. Whistle Test good.
30th January 1985
Must visit Wol tonight. Take John Sykes piccy! Thebes is getting excited next to me so I wouldn't be surprised if I stopped writing - cos it's rather difficult when a cat's nose is in the way! Weather gone much milder so it was back to the leather jacket. Not a spectacular day at work. Peter said that Meat Loaf was good at Preston - swine. Haven't seen my boyfriend on his bike all week. After work washed hair and went to Wol's. She said Lin's told her Bod wants to go out with me but to prove I like him I've got to make the first move!!
31st January 1985
Just missed the rain when I got to work this morning. Makes a change doesn't it?! This morning was on machine for most of the time because I had to get rid of BOs debits/credits and cash. What a drag! Mind you, when this afternoon came round I had bugger all to do! I don't think we can do an invoice run yet because we haven't got much in our trays. At home had a bath after tea (used new ace bubble bath). Watched TOTP. Mad cos only showed bits of the songs I like. At least Springsteen on. Cut Foreigner video off AGAIN!
I love the first page of a new diary. I start wondering what the rest of the year will be like. Well, last year was pretty good on the boyfriends front for once. I don't know what will happen with me and Lee but even if we do go back out with each other I've a feeling that it won't last because we live so far from each other. Anyway, I reckon he prefers his drums to me, not that I mind - I've got "Bod" to think about now, and according to ex-boyfriend Colin, he really likes me too. Naughty aren't I?
2nd January 1985
Back to work. Thought so - yes, today was a slight anti-climax to the goings-on I've undertaken during the Christmas break! The only excitement was telling everyone about them! They couldn't believe 'the Barman' story but at least I could use Christmas as the excuse for going off with him in the first place (although I doubt I'll be seeing him again). Also told Lisa that I've written off to Lee apolgising for my behaviour. Secretly, I hope he doesn't write back because I've set myself up for "Bod." I'll have to wait that's all. Felt like a Monday at work and getting rid of '84 stuff.
3rd January 1985
Yesterday I forgot to put some terrible news about Def Leppard's drummer - he had his arm sewn back on after a horror car crash. The poor man is only 21. UPDATE - Operation failed I'm afraid, he now plays a special drum kit with one arm. Haven't heard anything about him today - will probably be in Sounds next week. Very cold and frosty walking to work this morning. Soon warmed up when I got there because the heating on (of course). Factory staff in so it's back to the noise again. Can't stand it when it's quiet. Time dragged even though I've got lots of work to do. Never mind, at least it's my favourite day tomorrow. Watched lot of telly and videod film.
4th January 1984
Even though Friday is the shortest day at work it didn't seem like it today! Talk about DRAG! That's the understatement of the Century! Anyway, at least I kept myself busy by mainly splitting work cards (exciting, eh)? Avia gave us some wonderful news - after the 'year end' stuff we've got to start the drum balance. God, I can't wait! Bit fed up cos started at work AGAIN. Avia noticed I was a bit cheesed off so to cheer me up she said, 'In the words of Mr Stonier "thanks for coming in!"' near 4pm. Good 'ole Avia!
5th January 1985
Felt really naff and under the weather today. Shouldn't have bothered getting up at all because I was incredibly bored. I wish it was Christmas again, most people are in good moods then. It soon wears off, which is what I don't like about the Festive Season - it's overwith too soon and people forget about being nice to others during the year. In other words, it doesn't last! Didn't go to Town because it SNOWED! Knew it would sooner or later. Received a letter off Lee plus one off Delaine. Lee is coming down on Friday. Hope "Bod" won't be in Rammy.
6th January 1985
Malcolm Young's Birthday. I can't believe how quickly Mal's birthday has come round again. The poor man must be getting on. I was fed up like yesterday again. Not exactly laughing a lot because there's nowt to laugh at, this being the naffest day of the week. Even the papers were boring me. I just couldn't be happy at all. My head is also knackered and I think it's because of the cold weather we've been having lately. Anyway, didn't go out with Wol and Lin. Watched Gallipoli film again on video. Depressed me even more!
7th January 1985
It was what-yer-call COLD today. That God the snow didn't fall on me when I was walking to work. Waited till I got there for a change. Not to be though when I came home - caught in it, but at least there's no ice about. At work dead bored cos all I did for most of the day was 'splitting.' Now there's a massive pile - shit! Good 'ole Avia has done the totals (3 up to now) on adding-machine. Last one left for tomorrow. Should have fun invoicing out! Watched ace 'Brookside.'
8th January 1985
Woke up to snow on the ground this morning - just enough to cover the ground. Shame really because everywhere else have had lots of snow (down South the most) so it looks as though we've missed out. I know about 2 years ago when we had about 3ft of snow Jill Cawte turned up for work. Bloody typical! I tell you, I'd be the last person to crawl in at Starline! My God, I thought I had a big enough run but Avia's found more Decs in my tray - thought they were Jans! Shit! 'Whistle Test' had Fish on. Gorgeous!
9th January 1985
Besides the ice on the ground there was thick fog this morning going to work! Bloody freezing too! Luckily Pat gave me a lift down Mowbray Drive, couldn't see a damn thing. Mind you, we're lucky compared to rest of England. It's even snowing in the South of France! We're told from our cute weatherman that's all coming from Siberia - and he says he wishes it would go back! So do I! At work been invoicing out my huge pile. Balanced with one lot of S's. £4 out with 2nd lot and now crashing on with T-V's. Watched telly at home.
10th January 1985
Freezing again this morning but at least it wasn't foggy. At work carried on with invoicing out and out £90 on T-V's. Avia found it so finished day off starting the W-Z's. Mr Marsden though, has told us to do some calendar ones the swine. Mind you, we'd otherwise have to start the drum balance (hate that naff job). Everyone quiet at work. Kept out of Sue's way cos I hate her guts. After work went to dentist and the swine gave me a filling - £3.30! Went later to Rammy with Lin and Ali.
11th January 1985
At last -Friday has arrived! Loads of invoicing out to do and as it happens I balanced with W-Z's. Ace! Saved Avia a job did that. Nowt to do now apart from sift through drum cards and take out the discount ones - exciting eh?! Dreaded going out with Lee but as it happens I had a good time cos later on 'Fat Rack' and Mooey turned up. What a laugh. Seeing them all tomorrow night.
12th January 1985
Didnt' get up till late. That's because I've had two late nights on the trot. Naughty or what! Went to Town with Wol and bought ace new Foreigner LP plus pair of jeans. Fit me really well too. Came home early. Me and Wol both shattered. Hoped she would come out tonight to see Fat Rack but never did (Kev's fault no doubt). Nevertheless, had an ace time with 'the mob.' I think I'm in love with Mooey. He's dead cute!
13th January 1985
You can tell I was 'over the limit' yesterday from the state of my pathetic writing. What a mess! Looks as though Lee's had enough of me because he was supposed to have called for me this afternoon and he never turned up. I'm tired of these late nights anyway and there was no way I was prepared to brave the SNOW to go to the Windmill. Freezing day and there's about an inch of snow on the ground. Wish there was more because I don't want to go back to work tomorrow. I love all the tracks on Foreigner LP.
14th January 1985
Ecstatic about going back to work (sarcasm creeping in there). What made matters worse was the snow (and ice). Had to 'make tracks' earlier than usual so I wouldn't be late. Saw Lisa and we walked up Mowbray Drive together. Once at work got on with the 'drum balance' - adding cards up on machine. Don't know if I've balanced yet cos I've got to do my Stop Credits and write-offs tomorrow. Exciting, eh? Snow not melted yet but I bet we'll get some more. Went to see 'Gremlins' with Lisa and it was horrific and hilarious at same time!
15th January 1985
Pete's birthday out of Marillion plus Biff's birthday out of Saxon. Fresh fall of snow last night but underneath still icy and I fell flat on my arse going up Mansfield Rd. What a wally! Takes longer getting to work this weather - not that I'm bothered. At work finished off drum balance and I got it down to a £71 gain so that's not too bad. Did loads of orders and tomorrow I'll start the cash, etc that I need to do from 2 weeks ago, etc. Wol came round and her romance with Kev is on the rocks.
16th January 1985
Snow hasn't melted yet. In fact, there was ice about this morning and it seemed an eternity getting to work because I was trying to avoid it all! Had a terrible day at work where nothing went right. Come back Diane and Lisa all is forgiven! It's a wonder Avia didn't strangle me as I've done loads of daft things. Luckily she's the forgiving kind. In chart fantastic Foreigner are No.1 with that beautiful song 'I wanna Know What Love is.' 'Bout time a bit of class got to No.1. Recieved catalogues - Panasonic.
17th January 1985
Pigging ice is getting on my nerves now. Nearly fell flat on my arse I don't know how many times. We're supposed to be getting blizzards for the weekend. Should be fun! At work had a better day than yesterday but still no nearer to finding the figure short for the drum balance. At home read the Panasonic catalogues (some ace things) and sending up money for stylii. Watched shitty TOTP - annoys me when they cut Foreigner off. Swines! Went out to Rammy with Wol and Lin. Wol depressed about Kev. Hope they get back together.
18th January 1985
My favourite day of the week by far - especially when I can go home! This week has gone all wrong for me. It's a wonder I haven't had the sack! I've been terrible! I blame it on the heating myself - can't concentrate cos it does my head in. Ice outside beginning to melt at last but this weekend we're supposed to be getting blizzards and such like. Better not! Bought long coat with Lisa in C&A. Saw Bod (too late to say 'hello' cos he'd gone) on No.9 bus. Had relaxing night at home.
19th January 1985
Thought today would be brilliant but turned out to be naff as you'll see later on. Didn't buy much in Town cos of that coat I bought yesterday. Psyched myself up for tonight but don't know why cos not a lot happened. Pissed off a bit cos I thought I was "all in" with S Turner (Wol off with Kev - spud) but on way home split up so Steve went with Ali so I know I came off second best - as always. Pissed off cos didn't see Bod anywhere. Wish I could have a decent local boyfriend.
20th January 1985
Paul Stanleys Birthday - Kiss. As I have pointed out lots of times before, Sundays are usually incredibly boring. Today was totally different cos me, Mum and Dan did something which we won't forget in a hurry - a spot of ouijiing (can't spell it). Anyway, Grandad contacted us and we asked him lots of things. Dan, apparently, is going to marry an Italian THIS YEAR and I'm going to marry CLIVE(!) in my 20's and Mum's going to have millions of grandchildren! He reckons if I go out with Bod it won't last long and Lee is seeing someone else back in Oldham, the swine! Good, innit?! Watched Superbowl & the 49ers thrashed the Dolphins. Ace!!
21st January 1985
Back at work and told people about yesterday's 'goings-on' - not supposed to really but I don't think Grandad would mind anyway - hope not! He also says that Nan will go into a Home when she leaves hospital and Joe will have treatment at a Mental Hospital but he'll be alright (thank God) when he comes out. Mum says she doesn't want to repeat yesterday's performance and once is enough I suppose she's right cos we've got to know what we wanted to, so there's nothing more to ask. Thanks Grandad, you're wonderful!
22nd January 1985
Was on the lookout for Lisa this morning on the way to work. Soon realised that she wasn't coming because she had a hospital appointment (thick or what)! At work didn't have a very exciting day. The heating should be turned off because it does my head in. That's being selfish I know. In fact, I'd probably miss it if it was turned off, it's just that I can't be warm and have my head spinning at the same time! Glad to get home and watched 'Whistle Test' which has been very good lately. Andy Kershaw is gorgeous!
23rd January 1985
Just when I thought we'd got rid of the snow for good, down came another lot. In fact, there's been some thunder and lightning too. We've had everything today! The snow was blizzard-like and occasionally we had hailstones as well. Depressing isn't it! Also depressing is work at the moment - can't seem to get into the swing of it at all. Never mind, not long till Friday now although I shouldn't wish my life away like I do. At home watched loads of telly. No letter off Lee as yet. Swine!
24th January 1985
Snowed a lot today. In fact I thought there would be about 3ft of the stuff by the end of the day but it stopped mid afternoon. Nevertheless, we were let out of work at 4.30pm (catch though - no afternoon break). Not complaining about getting home early. It was a godsend cos I was bored once I'd invoiced out. Snow turned slushy now but you never know, we may get some more! TOTP on later which was annoying cos missed Foreigner. Went to Rammy with Wol & Lin. Peter D playing darts!
25th January 1985
In a good mood because, of course, it's my favourite day of the week yet again. Doesn't time fly when you're having fun! At work quite boring cos not a vast amount to do. Wasn't bothered though. The heating was absolutely diabolical this afternoon - even when the windows were open it still didn't cool down! Brought John Sykes pic in and Di must've copied it about 12 times! He's gorgeous! Went babysitting but was allowed to play the stereo etc. Didn't get home till 3am but paid £4!
26th January 1985
Could've stayed in bed even later than 12 noon (which is the time I eventually got up)! Lazy or what. Mind you, I didn't expect to be in here at 3am this morning, so I suppose I've done alright really. Went to Town with Wol. Finally bought Chris De Burgh (ace) record and used up tokens. Also bought fingerless gloves at last! Went to Wiseman's and a man told me that if I got a tape deck (or good cassette stereo recorder) with 5 pin plugs in then that's fine. Cheapest Technics deck is £109 so best start saving for that. At home had hi-fi on a lot and played some of my best records.
27th January 1985
Got up at around 1pm this afternoon. Ask me if I'm bothered because I'm not. Sundays aren't worth waking up for anyway. Did usual mundane things like read the papers. Also watched film I recorded last night with gorgeous Mel Gibson in it! Film not as good as Galipoli but wasn't bothered about that. Mel's face was enough for me - fit or what! Looked at tape decks in Technics catalogue - and there's a nice one at £105. Must get it sometime during the summer. Watched funny 'Spitting Image.' SNOWED again.
28th January 1985
Well, back to the long hard slog again. Enthusiastic or what! I can't get over how quickly this weekend passed by - and I did nowt. Only go to Town of course, that's all. Never mind, only four more days to go till Saturday! Pete kept reminding me about the Meat Loaf concert that he'll be seeing in M'chester tomorrow night - the swine! He went on about the 'support' which will be Terraplane on the Preston gig. I wish I was there but it can't be helped when the tickets have all been sold. At home did nowt special except watch telly programmes.
29th January 1985
The morning soon comes round, much to my disappointment. It takes such a long time to and from Starline - especially when the weather's bad like it was on the way home. Never mind, it'll soon be summer! At work farted about looking for 'odd' amounts on drum cards for Avia to look at. Exciting eh?! Should be fun when we're doing statements soon because we have to go through the whole drum again. Bloody 'ell, I'll know my cards back to front! Ace Foreigner still No.1 but rest of chart unexciting. Whistle Test good.
30th January 1985
Must visit Wol tonight. Take John Sykes piccy! Thebes is getting excited next to me so I wouldn't be surprised if I stopped writing - cos it's rather difficult when a cat's nose is in the way! Weather gone much milder so it was back to the leather jacket. Not a spectacular day at work. Peter said that Meat Loaf was good at Preston - swine. Haven't seen my boyfriend on his bike all week. After work washed hair and went to Wol's. She said Lin's told her Bod wants to go out with me but to prove I like him I've got to make the first move!!
31st January 1985
Just missed the rain when I got to work this morning. Makes a change doesn't it?! This morning was on machine for most of the time because I had to get rid of BOs debits/credits and cash. What a drag! Mind you, when this afternoon came round I had bugger all to do! I don't think we can do an invoice run yet because we haven't got much in our trays. At home had a bath after tea (used new ace bubble bath). Watched TOTP. Mad cos only showed bits of the songs I like. At least Springsteen on. Cut Foreigner video off AGAIN!
1st Dec - 31st Dec 1984
1st December 1984
KNACKERED AFTER TRAILING ROUND TOWN WITH MUM. BOUGHT SKIRT, TOP AND SHOES TO GO TO 'DO' IN ON TUESDAY. TOOK AGES (AS ALWAYS) CHOOSING THE RIGHT STUFF. DON'T LIKE TOP MUCH SO WEARING ONE MUM KNITTED AGES AGO. £10 DOWN THE SWANNY. NEVER MIND, AT LEAST I LIKE THE SKIRT. BLOODY SHOULD DO FOR £20. GLAD I HAD ENOUGH MONEY!
2nd December 1984
Could relax after the hectic time I had yesterday finding something to go out in at last! I'm in a slight dilemma at the moment cos I'm due to come on roundabout Wednesday. The 'do' is on Tuesday night and Lee's supposed to be coming down on Saturday and I don't know what I'm going to do - just pray that it stays away till Sunday I suppose. Sad do. No way will I disappoint Lee by not going on Sat. The poor lad will wonder what he's done to keep me away.
3rd December 1984
Didn't fancy going back to work but it had to be done. Got rained on AGAIN! Pig sick or what - it's every time I go out the heavens open. Never mind, worse things happen at sea (God I write some crap at times)! Didn't balance invoicing out but luckily I found my errors on my tape, so then I did balance. Saves Avia a job of finding errors looking through my invoices. Looks as though we'll soon be starting another run. Watched lot of telly.
4th December 1984
PISSED OFF COS LISA DIDN'T TURN UP FOR MEAL TONIGHT IN BUS-STATION. WAITED AGES SO THEN WENT TO WOL'S AND THEN CAME HOME TO TELL MUM. I'M LIVID!
5th December 1984
Found out today that Lisa DID turn up - but she waited in the wrong place in the bus station for me. I told her to wait outside the drinks machines where the 14 stops. She goes somewhere completely different - not even in the bus station itself! Mind you, everyone said I should've gone to the restaurant regardless when 8 o'clock came round. Never mind, there's always next year. I felt really guilty about taking the £18 off Avia. Quiet all day. Immersed myself in work.
6th December 1984
DEPRESSED COS I 'STARTED' TODAY. LEE COMING ON SATURDAY AND I'LL BE SLAP BANG IN THE MIDDLE OF IT (OF ALL WEEKS HE HAD TO COME THIS SAT). Anyway, if he's here at Xmas, I'll be in a much better mood.
7th December 1984
Flooded all day today. Horrible! The quicker I can use tampons the better, especially now that Lee and 'JD' will be here tomorrow for one day. I must put a brave face on for them. God, I am in a state aren't I?! Ali and Lin don't really seem to understand how I feel. It's alright for them cos they know how to use 'em but they've never known any different have they? The only option left for me is the Pill that's supposed to lessen the flow. You know, I'll try 'owt once. Must make an appointment soon.
8th December 1984
Lee here today! I'm falling in love with Lee I'm sure. He understands how I feel about my periods but I have told him about the 'towel' side of it so he's still a bit confused. Anyway, I hope the Doc will be able to sort things out next week. Better had cos I don't want to lose Lee. Cried a couple of times in front of him. Shouldn't of but I did. Lisa seemed to have a good night (in Rammy) once it wore on. Hope she hits it off with Howard, he's dead cute.
9th December 1984
It was a waste of time getting up today. I've been immensely bored, especially without Lee to keep me company. Aah, he was dead cute last night. I didn't think he could be a serious person but now I know better. I'll have to watch what I say in future! Nowt went right for either Mum or Dad. For a start, the bloody fire in the extension has decided to pack itself in. Honestly, it was freezing without that on. Later on went into the warm front room where I watched ace LA Raiders beat the Dolphins from behind. Ream game.
10th December 1984
SENT OFF FOR BAND AID T-SHIRT. Back to work. Exciting or what! Lisa said she enjoyed herself on Saturday night. Glad about that or she would've gone on at me for fixing her up with a wally! She even says she's getting fed up with Diane's company. Looks like I'll be going out with her instead. Not that I mind cos she's a laugh. We might be going out at Christmas. Pub crawl job - proper one! At work farted around doing the same farting little jobs. Tonight went to see 'Ghostbusters' film with Lisa. Only 99p to get in. Ace, funny film.
11th December 1984
Nearly went back to sleep again this morning. Dreaming about Lee you see! Got up in the end. At work load of finals to be done but luckily they were typed out by Leslie and Jackie for us so we could get on with matching up and splitting - which I'll carry on with tomorrow. Had laugh with Lisa about 'Ghostbusters' last night. Ace film or what! Delighted to say that Band Aid are No.1 with 'Feed the World' for Ethiopian Appeal. Went out with Wol.
12th December 1984
Woke up to the sound of Thebes digging up the carpet cos she wanted to go downstairs - little bugger! She liked Lee the other night. She likes everyone though, does Treebs. Freezing going to work (snow soon I reckon). Got down to some work and still haven't got all my cards out. Asked Pete who the girl he was with in car and he said, 'Erm, I just play darts with her, that's all!' Likely story! Me and Lisa will soon go to see 'Gremlins' cos Shelley says it's really good.
13th December 1984
I can't understand why it's so hard getting out of bed on Thursday mornings. Anyhow, it's Friday tomorrow - better still week on Friday we break up - ace! At work loads going on. Besides me doing Finishing, Jo Winnard's been busy laying people off from the factory. One of them is Lisa (cross-eyed girl who worked in Accounts ages ago) and she was broken-hearted. Some people can be so cruel. Saw fit Bono on video to Band Aid record on TV. Also saw it in Windmill where me and Wol went.
14th December 1984
BLOODY KNACKERED! JO DISHING OUT 'GOT THE PUSH' NOTES LEFT, RIGHT AND CENTRE. TWO OF EM ARE MICHELLE & TRACEY IN WORKS OFFICE. TIGHT OR WHAT. MUSTN'T GRUMBLE. 'THE TUBE' SHIT.
15th December 1984
No Phil Collins tickets. Money sent back. SHIT! Had quite a fruitful day. After the ritual of having a bath, etc I got ready to go to Town with Wol this afternoon. It was bombed out yet again but still managed to buy 2 jumpers (one for Dan, t'other for Lee), 2 little hamsters (not real) for Wol and a raccoon for Anne. Besides the first video-tape I've ever bought too! Yes, the new TV and video came today but I've only had a sneak preview. Ace or what. Hitachi is the make and I can't wait till Xmas Day so I can play the Dire Straits video.
16th December 1984
I couldn't believe the time I got up this afternoon - 2.30pm! My God, that must be the latest I've got up all year. I must've been tired. I reckon I should've gone to bed earlier last night. If I did I wouldn't have overslept as I did. Anyway, at least there wasn't much of the day left! Glad anyway cos Sunday isn't exactly my most favourite of days. Highlight of day was the Chart and watching exciting American Football. Ace or what!
17th December 1984
MARILLION at the Manchester Apollo. Can't go cos tickets sold out. Mad or what. I'll have to make do with the 'live' LP I bought on Saturday that's all. My God, it's all happening at work! Diane and Sue gave Jo an ultimatum - £10 extra in wages of they don't come in in the New Year. I suppose you know what happened - Jo has not given in to the pressure so Sue and Di are packing it in. Christ it'll be dead without those two. Can't be helped though. Avia is fuming with Jackie. Got ace card off Lee. Written back.
18th December 1984
Pig sick of this weather. Got HAILSTONED on walking to work this morning. It'll be snow next, you watch. Very cold now and it's a miracle there's no ice about. At work Di and Sue still talking about leaving in the New Year. God, it'll be dead without 'em. If all the work is palmed off onto me I'm not going to stand for it. Dole queue for me as well! Got masses of w/c's still to split. Keeps me out of mischief. Whistle Test not brilliant.
19th December 1984
Ace Band Aid still No.1 with 'Do They Know It's Christmas?' Must buy it on Saturday! Cheesed off about having to get up. I could easily have stayed in bed till at least 12 noon! I'm a lazy bugger aren't I? Leather shoes I bought a few weeks ago have started rubbing me again. Typical! At work did yet more finals and managed to split literally millions of w/c's. My pile looks like Mt Everest. Ask me if I'm bothered cos I'm not! When got home parcel waiting for me from Twisted Sister Fan Club! Sent up for T-shirt. Must be mad!
20th December 1984
Last full day of work before Christmas. Ace! It dragged the time, as expected. Had to finish the 'month end' work off like debit notes, etc. You should see the BOs in Alwyn's office we've got to machine out when we come back. I'd prefer not to think about that though. What I am thinking about is tomorrow dinner-time - PARTY TIME! Will probably get pissed with luck and generally make a fool of myself - also tomorrow night when me and Lisa go to see 'Gremlins' - along with some booze of course!
21st December 1984
Break up for Xmas hols at dinner-time today. Earned the break I can tell you! NOWT TO SAY EXCEPT STARLINE PARTY WAS ACE. GOING TO QUEENS WITH PETER & LISA ACE & I'M PISSED OUT MY BRAIN NOW. LISA NOT IN BUS STATION TONIGHT.
22nd December 1984
Out with Wol & Lin (supposed to be) tonight. VERY BORING DAY UP TILL TONIGHT COS STILL RECOVERING FROM YESTERDAY. DIDN'T GO TO TOWN COS OF WEATHER. WENT OUT WITH WOL & LIN BUT NOT VERY DRUNK & POOR WOL LOST HER BAG IN FATHER'S MOUSTACHE.
23rd December 1984
Not surprisingly, nothing excrutiatingly exciting happened today. In fact I was pissed off the whole afternoon. I just read the newspapers and thought about the good night me, Wol & Lin had last night - apart from losing her bag of course. That was really tight - it had allsorts in it. I just hope there weren't any valuables in it. Anyway, I'll be seeing Wol again tomorrow cos we're going to Town - 'owts better than staying at home. Watched ace American Football. Exciting or what! Must watch LA Raiders Friday 1pm!
24th December 1984
What a fucking day this has turned out to be. Went shopping in Town with Wol. But that's nowt compared to the night I had (Lee called round at 8-ish). Got pissed in Rammy but instead of going off with him I fell for the Barman in Father's Moustache for some reason (Steve). Went to flat and didn't leave till morning.
25th December 1984
Left Steve's just before 9am and I'm absolutely knackered cos I've hardly had any sleep. Steve wants to see me at 6pm tonight but I'm not going cos I've decided that I don't want to 'do it' with him now. Trouble is though, Mum's furious with me cos I've blown Lee out. The poor bugger doesn't know where he is with me anymore. I can be really stupid at times. Settled to watch new TV and video. Saw all 3 vids, U2, Stones & Dire Straits. All ace.
26th December 1984
This week is passing by far too quickly for my liking! I got up just before 12 noon and I've slept solidly since last night at 6.30pm! I'm still knackered! I think it's because I haven't been outside since yesterday morning. Lee not been round for his present so I reckon he doesn't want anything to do with me. Not surprising after the dirty trick I pulled on him. Wrote a stupid note just now for Steve although I doubt it if I'll ever pluck up courage to see him again. Christ, I'm mixed up.
27th December 1984
Got up late again but ask me if I'm bothered because I'm not! After dinner (after my hair dried) went out for some air and posted a little note for Steve down Talbot Road. It didn't say much really and I doubt if I'll ever see him again. 'Phoned Ali up and she invited me round her house (Lin there too). Thanked 'em for Xmas presents and talked about Steve. They didn't seem surprised to hear that me & him did nowt. What to do next? is the burning question. Watched very last one of MASH. Sad or what.
28th December 1984
Supposed to be out with Wol & Lin tonight. Must watch the LA Raiders play American football this afternoon about 1-ish. Couldn't watch American football cos went to Town with Wol. Taped it though & watched it later on. To my amazement my team the LA Raiders, lost, so I hope Seattle (who beat 'em) get thrashed in their next game. Dan bought an AF T-shirt (Dallas) so I'll probably buy a Raiders one tomorrow. Rained a lot and very cold. Glad to be back home. Listened to Rock Show (best sellers of '84 - ace)!
29th December 1984
Got up after mid-day. Naughty or what. Must start getting up earlier before I go back to work so as to get some practise in. If I carry on like this I won't be able to make it to work on Wednesday. I'd rather not anyway, much prefer to stay at home. Wrote 3 letters - one of them to Lee, and I poured my heart out to him saying that I was sorry for Christmas Eve 'an all that. Also sent him the jumper. Hope he writes back although I can't send mine till next week anyway. Watched ace Dire Straits video again. Ace it is!
30th December 1984
Well, this Sunday wasn't unlike the previous 52 or so before it. Bloody naff or what! Mum in good mood for a change so had a good laugh with her. Watched U2 video (forced really cos when out to do an errand for Dan he put it on the bugger). At least had my own way when American football came on cos I taped it whilst listening to the crap Best Selling Singles Chart of '84. Not many good ones. No.1 of course was the Band Aid Single. Ace! While out with Wol & Lin asked Dan to tape film but when came back found he hadn't done it right!
31st December 1984
Not a lot happened during the day so I'll just go on about the 'do' I had tonight. Ace or what. Went to Rammy early with Lin and Paul (barmaids & Steve in Fancy Dress - what a sight). The place became packed at around 9pm and that's when the 'regulars' came in. Wol came later on with Kev. Glad cos Lin involved with a bloody card game which went on for ages! At midnight the kissing started and everyone looked relieved that 1984 had finally ended. Told Paul I liked his mate Bod and he told him, not that we talked a lot. In fact, I was on his mates (John's) knee in the Tache. Barman Steve left me alone, thank God. At 3 went to see a baby(!) then 6 lads & Lin walked me home for 4am! Even got a New Year's kiss off Mark Turner of all people!
KNACKERED AFTER TRAILING ROUND TOWN WITH MUM. BOUGHT SKIRT, TOP AND SHOES TO GO TO 'DO' IN ON TUESDAY. TOOK AGES (AS ALWAYS) CHOOSING THE RIGHT STUFF. DON'T LIKE TOP MUCH SO WEARING ONE MUM KNITTED AGES AGO. £10 DOWN THE SWANNY. NEVER MIND, AT LEAST I LIKE THE SKIRT. BLOODY SHOULD DO FOR £20. GLAD I HAD ENOUGH MONEY!
2nd December 1984
Could relax after the hectic time I had yesterday finding something to go out in at last! I'm in a slight dilemma at the moment cos I'm due to come on roundabout Wednesday. The 'do' is on Tuesday night and Lee's supposed to be coming down on Saturday and I don't know what I'm going to do - just pray that it stays away till Sunday I suppose. Sad do. No way will I disappoint Lee by not going on Sat. The poor lad will wonder what he's done to keep me away.
3rd December 1984
Didn't fancy going back to work but it had to be done. Got rained on AGAIN! Pig sick or what - it's every time I go out the heavens open. Never mind, worse things happen at sea (God I write some crap at times)! Didn't balance invoicing out but luckily I found my errors on my tape, so then I did balance. Saves Avia a job of finding errors looking through my invoices. Looks as though we'll soon be starting another run. Watched lot of telly.
4th December 1984
PISSED OFF COS LISA DIDN'T TURN UP FOR MEAL TONIGHT IN BUS-STATION. WAITED AGES SO THEN WENT TO WOL'S AND THEN CAME HOME TO TELL MUM. I'M LIVID!
5th December 1984
Found out today that Lisa DID turn up - but she waited in the wrong place in the bus station for me. I told her to wait outside the drinks machines where the 14 stops. She goes somewhere completely different - not even in the bus station itself! Mind you, everyone said I should've gone to the restaurant regardless when 8 o'clock came round. Never mind, there's always next year. I felt really guilty about taking the £18 off Avia. Quiet all day. Immersed myself in work.
6th December 1984
DEPRESSED COS I 'STARTED' TODAY. LEE COMING ON SATURDAY AND I'LL BE SLAP BANG IN THE MIDDLE OF IT (OF ALL WEEKS HE HAD TO COME THIS SAT). Anyway, if he's here at Xmas, I'll be in a much better mood.
7th December 1984
Flooded all day today. Horrible! The quicker I can use tampons the better, especially now that Lee and 'JD' will be here tomorrow for one day. I must put a brave face on for them. God, I am in a state aren't I?! Ali and Lin don't really seem to understand how I feel. It's alright for them cos they know how to use 'em but they've never known any different have they? The only option left for me is the Pill that's supposed to lessen the flow. You know, I'll try 'owt once. Must make an appointment soon.
8th December 1984
Lee here today! I'm falling in love with Lee I'm sure. He understands how I feel about my periods but I have told him about the 'towel' side of it so he's still a bit confused. Anyway, I hope the Doc will be able to sort things out next week. Better had cos I don't want to lose Lee. Cried a couple of times in front of him. Shouldn't of but I did. Lisa seemed to have a good night (in Rammy) once it wore on. Hope she hits it off with Howard, he's dead cute.
9th December 1984
It was a waste of time getting up today. I've been immensely bored, especially without Lee to keep me company. Aah, he was dead cute last night. I didn't think he could be a serious person but now I know better. I'll have to watch what I say in future! Nowt went right for either Mum or Dad. For a start, the bloody fire in the extension has decided to pack itself in. Honestly, it was freezing without that on. Later on went into the warm front room where I watched ace LA Raiders beat the Dolphins from behind. Ream game.
10th December 1984
SENT OFF FOR BAND AID T-SHIRT. Back to work. Exciting or what! Lisa said she enjoyed herself on Saturday night. Glad about that or she would've gone on at me for fixing her up with a wally! She even says she's getting fed up with Diane's company. Looks like I'll be going out with her instead. Not that I mind cos she's a laugh. We might be going out at Christmas. Pub crawl job - proper one! At work farted around doing the same farting little jobs. Tonight went to see 'Ghostbusters' film with Lisa. Only 99p to get in. Ace, funny film.
11th December 1984
Nearly went back to sleep again this morning. Dreaming about Lee you see! Got up in the end. At work load of finals to be done but luckily they were typed out by Leslie and Jackie for us so we could get on with matching up and splitting - which I'll carry on with tomorrow. Had laugh with Lisa about 'Ghostbusters' last night. Ace film or what! Delighted to say that Band Aid are No.1 with 'Feed the World' for Ethiopian Appeal. Went out with Wol.
12th December 1984
Woke up to the sound of Thebes digging up the carpet cos she wanted to go downstairs - little bugger! She liked Lee the other night. She likes everyone though, does Treebs. Freezing going to work (snow soon I reckon). Got down to some work and still haven't got all my cards out. Asked Pete who the girl he was with in car and he said, 'Erm, I just play darts with her, that's all!' Likely story! Me and Lisa will soon go to see 'Gremlins' cos Shelley says it's really good.
13th December 1984
I can't understand why it's so hard getting out of bed on Thursday mornings. Anyhow, it's Friday tomorrow - better still week on Friday we break up - ace! At work loads going on. Besides me doing Finishing, Jo Winnard's been busy laying people off from the factory. One of them is Lisa (cross-eyed girl who worked in Accounts ages ago) and she was broken-hearted. Some people can be so cruel. Saw fit Bono on video to Band Aid record on TV. Also saw it in Windmill where me and Wol went.
14th December 1984
BLOODY KNACKERED! JO DISHING OUT 'GOT THE PUSH' NOTES LEFT, RIGHT AND CENTRE. TWO OF EM ARE MICHELLE & TRACEY IN WORKS OFFICE. TIGHT OR WHAT. MUSTN'T GRUMBLE. 'THE TUBE' SHIT.
15th December 1984
No Phil Collins tickets. Money sent back. SHIT! Had quite a fruitful day. After the ritual of having a bath, etc I got ready to go to Town with Wol this afternoon. It was bombed out yet again but still managed to buy 2 jumpers (one for Dan, t'other for Lee), 2 little hamsters (not real) for Wol and a raccoon for Anne. Besides the first video-tape I've ever bought too! Yes, the new TV and video came today but I've only had a sneak preview. Ace or what. Hitachi is the make and I can't wait till Xmas Day so I can play the Dire Straits video.
16th December 1984
I couldn't believe the time I got up this afternoon - 2.30pm! My God, that must be the latest I've got up all year. I must've been tired. I reckon I should've gone to bed earlier last night. If I did I wouldn't have overslept as I did. Anyway, at least there wasn't much of the day left! Glad anyway cos Sunday isn't exactly my most favourite of days. Highlight of day was the Chart and watching exciting American Football. Ace or what!
17th December 1984
MARILLION at the Manchester Apollo. Can't go cos tickets sold out. Mad or what. I'll have to make do with the 'live' LP I bought on Saturday that's all. My God, it's all happening at work! Diane and Sue gave Jo an ultimatum - £10 extra in wages of they don't come in in the New Year. I suppose you know what happened - Jo has not given in to the pressure so Sue and Di are packing it in. Christ it'll be dead without those two. Can't be helped though. Avia is fuming with Jackie. Got ace card off Lee. Written back.
18th December 1984
Pig sick of this weather. Got HAILSTONED on walking to work this morning. It'll be snow next, you watch. Very cold now and it's a miracle there's no ice about. At work Di and Sue still talking about leaving in the New Year. God, it'll be dead without 'em. If all the work is palmed off onto me I'm not going to stand for it. Dole queue for me as well! Got masses of w/c's still to split. Keeps me out of mischief. Whistle Test not brilliant.
19th December 1984
Ace Band Aid still No.1 with 'Do They Know It's Christmas?' Must buy it on Saturday! Cheesed off about having to get up. I could easily have stayed in bed till at least 12 noon! I'm a lazy bugger aren't I? Leather shoes I bought a few weeks ago have started rubbing me again. Typical! At work did yet more finals and managed to split literally millions of w/c's. My pile looks like Mt Everest. Ask me if I'm bothered cos I'm not! When got home parcel waiting for me from Twisted Sister Fan Club! Sent up for T-shirt. Must be mad!
20th December 1984
Last full day of work before Christmas. Ace! It dragged the time, as expected. Had to finish the 'month end' work off like debit notes, etc. You should see the BOs in Alwyn's office we've got to machine out when we come back. I'd prefer not to think about that though. What I am thinking about is tomorrow dinner-time - PARTY TIME! Will probably get pissed with luck and generally make a fool of myself - also tomorrow night when me and Lisa go to see 'Gremlins' - along with some booze of course!
21st December 1984
Break up for Xmas hols at dinner-time today. Earned the break I can tell you! NOWT TO SAY EXCEPT STARLINE PARTY WAS ACE. GOING TO QUEENS WITH PETER & LISA ACE & I'M PISSED OUT MY BRAIN NOW. LISA NOT IN BUS STATION TONIGHT.
22nd December 1984
Out with Wol & Lin (supposed to be) tonight. VERY BORING DAY UP TILL TONIGHT COS STILL RECOVERING FROM YESTERDAY. DIDN'T GO TO TOWN COS OF WEATHER. WENT OUT WITH WOL & LIN BUT NOT VERY DRUNK & POOR WOL LOST HER BAG IN FATHER'S MOUSTACHE.
23rd December 1984
Not surprisingly, nothing excrutiatingly exciting happened today. In fact I was pissed off the whole afternoon. I just read the newspapers and thought about the good night me, Wol & Lin had last night - apart from losing her bag of course. That was really tight - it had allsorts in it. I just hope there weren't any valuables in it. Anyway, I'll be seeing Wol again tomorrow cos we're going to Town - 'owts better than staying at home. Watched ace American Football. Exciting or what! Must watch LA Raiders Friday 1pm!
24th December 1984
What a fucking day this has turned out to be. Went shopping in Town with Wol. But that's nowt compared to the night I had (Lee called round at 8-ish). Got pissed in Rammy but instead of going off with him I fell for the Barman in Father's Moustache for some reason (Steve). Went to flat and didn't leave till morning.
25th December 1984
Left Steve's just before 9am and I'm absolutely knackered cos I've hardly had any sleep. Steve wants to see me at 6pm tonight but I'm not going cos I've decided that I don't want to 'do it' with him now. Trouble is though, Mum's furious with me cos I've blown Lee out. The poor bugger doesn't know where he is with me anymore. I can be really stupid at times. Settled to watch new TV and video. Saw all 3 vids, U2, Stones & Dire Straits. All ace.
26th December 1984
This week is passing by far too quickly for my liking! I got up just before 12 noon and I've slept solidly since last night at 6.30pm! I'm still knackered! I think it's because I haven't been outside since yesterday morning. Lee not been round for his present so I reckon he doesn't want anything to do with me. Not surprising after the dirty trick I pulled on him. Wrote a stupid note just now for Steve although I doubt it if I'll ever pluck up courage to see him again. Christ, I'm mixed up.
27th December 1984
Got up late again but ask me if I'm bothered because I'm not! After dinner (after my hair dried) went out for some air and posted a little note for Steve down Talbot Road. It didn't say much really and I doubt if I'll ever see him again. 'Phoned Ali up and she invited me round her house (Lin there too). Thanked 'em for Xmas presents and talked about Steve. They didn't seem surprised to hear that me & him did nowt. What to do next? is the burning question. Watched very last one of MASH. Sad or what.
28th December 1984
Supposed to be out with Wol & Lin tonight. Must watch the LA Raiders play American football this afternoon about 1-ish. Couldn't watch American football cos went to Town with Wol. Taped it though & watched it later on. To my amazement my team the LA Raiders, lost, so I hope Seattle (who beat 'em) get thrashed in their next game. Dan bought an AF T-shirt (Dallas) so I'll probably buy a Raiders one tomorrow. Rained a lot and very cold. Glad to be back home. Listened to Rock Show (best sellers of '84 - ace)!
29th December 1984
Got up after mid-day. Naughty or what. Must start getting up earlier before I go back to work so as to get some practise in. If I carry on like this I won't be able to make it to work on Wednesday. I'd rather not anyway, much prefer to stay at home. Wrote 3 letters - one of them to Lee, and I poured my heart out to him saying that I was sorry for Christmas Eve 'an all that. Also sent him the jumper. Hope he writes back although I can't send mine till next week anyway. Watched ace Dire Straits video again. Ace it is!
30th December 1984
Well, this Sunday wasn't unlike the previous 52 or so before it. Bloody naff or what! Mum in good mood for a change so had a good laugh with her. Watched U2 video (forced really cos when out to do an errand for Dan he put it on the bugger). At least had my own way when American football came on cos I taped it whilst listening to the crap Best Selling Singles Chart of '84. Not many good ones. No.1 of course was the Band Aid Single. Ace! While out with Wol & Lin asked Dan to tape film but when came back found he hadn't done it right!
31st December 1984
Not a lot happened during the day so I'll just go on about the 'do' I had tonight. Ace or what. Went to Rammy early with Lin and Paul (barmaids & Steve in Fancy Dress - what a sight). The place became packed at around 9pm and that's when the 'regulars' came in. Wol came later on with Kev. Glad cos Lin involved with a bloody card game which went on for ages! At midnight the kissing started and everyone looked relieved that 1984 had finally ended. Told Paul I liked his mate Bod and he told him, not that we talked a lot. In fact, I was on his mates (John's) knee in the Tache. Barman Steve left me alone, thank God. At 3 went to see a baby(!) then 6 lads & Lin walked me home for 4am! Even got a New Year's kiss off Mark Turner of all people!
Tuesday, 1 December 2009
1st Nov - 30th Nov 1984
1st November 1984
ALL I CAN WRITE ABOUT TODAY IS THAT I HAD A VERY BUSY DAY AT WORK. GOT HOME TO A LETTER BY LEE (postmen where he is dead lazy cos it arrived a day late)! Anyway, met him and mate Howard in Rammy tonight!! Here next Wednesday.
2nd November 1984
I'll try and fill in all the lines today if I can. I don't like writing in capitals. It doesn't look very nice. Told everyone at work about Lee being here last night and also showed them the photograph he gave me with him and Steve Harris on it. Diane has already fallen in love with Lee believe it or not. Daft bugger! At work loads to invoice out (£37,000 worth). Still haven't got all my cards out yet. Knackered when came home. Watched 'The Tube' (rubbish). Rock Show had singles/LPs on.
3rd November 1984
Not the most exciting of days. Warren came round to see Dan. I thought he'd be ugly but he's not bad at all. I couldn't believe it though when Mum says he's the same age as Dan. Looks older than 17. He looks older than me! Couldn't go to Town (Wol didn't come) because the nasty rain is back with us again. It's windy too. Bloody weather, I can't stand it cold and damp. Wrote to Lee to cheer myself up and succeeded! Tapes on most of the day.
4th November 1984
I thought it would be impossible, but I've been proved wrong. Today has been even less exciting than yesterday! That's no surprise though is it cos I always write this practically every week (unless I'm going out, which is pretty rare in itself). Anyway, the rest(!) has done me good I suppose. This is the time I miss Lee the most because I've time to think about him. At work I haven't - fortunately. Watched an ace American Football match which went to overtime. Exciting or what!
5th November 1984
Last night I had the crappiest sleep for ages. I only got a couple of hours - if that - and I went to bed at 10pm. I blame the bloody television downstairs. The sound of that was rocking the house. Never mind, hopefully I'll be able to sleep better tonight cos I've been busy all day (typing statements and invoicing out). Balanced too. Chuffed cos it was a big run. Also did lots of orders. The heating drove me mad. Why it has to be on all day is beyond me. At home watched 'The Street' & 'Brookside' as usual.
6th November 1984
Weather becoming decidedly nippier than of late. Well, at least it's not raining. Apprently, snow is forecast for Scotland tomorrow. That's all we need! At work, quite a busy day. Love it when there's lots to do cos then you don't get bored. Poor Diane blew her top this morning and stormed off - hotly persued by Avia! Things just got on her nerves and she complained to Jo about the wages. We should've all given her a mouthful. Iron Maiden up in Chart.
7th November 1984
Knackered when I got up this morning. Serves me right for going to bed late. It was also cold (not as cold as yesterday) which made me want to stay in bed longer. No letter off Lee as yet but I'm not annoyed because it's not worth it. I wonder if his mate Howard wants to meet Lisa. I hope so cos their starsigns are well suited! I suppose mine and Lee's are in a way cos he's on the Cusp of Scorpio (bit dodgy) and Sagittarius (a sign which goes with mine 100%)! What's more interesting is that I'm on Pisces/Aries Cusp and Pisceans go with Scorpios! So, either way we're suited!
8th November 1984
BEST THING THAT HAPPENED TODAY WAS GOING OUT WITH WOL TONIGHT & MEETING UP WITH LEE AND ANOTHER ONE OF HIS MATES. WILL GO OUT TOMORROW. WOL OFF AT BUS STATION, ME OFF AT RAMMY COS MEETING LEE AGAIN (& SATURDAY)!!
9th November 1984
FUCKIN' ACE DAY BOTH AT WORK & WHEN I SAW LEE TONIGHT! PROBABLY IN OLDHAM THIS TIME TOMORROW. WILL HAVE TO SEE MONEY SITUATION FIRST.
10th November 1984
For some reason I felt really rough once I got up (must be last night's booze). Didn't get up earlier enough to go to Halifax, so couldn't go to Oldham with Lee and 'Fat Rac.' Never mind, at least I saw them in Town before they went home. I bet Lee thought I was very quiet today. In fact I was - partly cos he was going back (without me) and the fact I wasn't at all well. My stomach's not that brill you see. Hope he figured that out. Pissed off now and also knackered.
11th November 1984
Waste of time getting up but for Great Aunty Jane (plus her friend Alice) coming down this afternoon. Cute or what. You wouldn't think she was 85. She's still 'all there!' She's very mobile too. She wanted Uncle Wilf to see me but I can remember him anyway. It can't be helped him being 'gone.' Wrote 3 letters. One to Lee, one for Delaine and one for Uncle John. Lee must've thought I was acting strangely yesterday. God knows what was wrong. I hope he hasn't gone off me.
12th November 1984
Not really that ecstatic about going back to work today but there's not much I can do about it is there? Except pack my job in, which isn't very practical cos there's no other job to go to. Can't win! Thought about Lee a lot. Talk about daydreaming - bloody 'ell, I never stopped all day! Must be love. He should get my letter tomorrow. Delaine and Uncle John should get theirs too. I tell yer, this letter-writing is getting out of hand. Ask me if I'm bothered. Am I balls! Rained ALL day!
13th November 1984
Didn't mind getting up early this morning because last night I had an ace sleep and the weather has improved dramatically. It's been sunny all day which makes a lot of difference to the mood I'm in, which was generally good today. Did miles of splitting (did one lot then some more piled up on my tray - typical). Started statements which I'll finish off tomorrow no doubt. At home played stereo. 'Whistle Test' on telly. The Quo on and must get their video at Xmas if we get video/tv.
14th November 1984
These days I need some motivation to get me to work - and that would come from Lee - but he's not here. Never mind, I should be getting (hopefully) a letter off him soon. Bless our Postman! I'm sure he comes earlier so he knows I've caught the post cos usually he's not here till I've gone to work. Cute! At work busy day and finished off two lots of statements besides sorting my workcards out and doing orders. Will be invoicing out tomorrow and there's a lot. Glad to be home to settle down & rest.
15th November 1984
Hardest day's work so far this week cos I had a lot of invoicing to do. Settled down to the actual invoicing out after dinner, and didn't finish it until break-time this afternoon. Non-stop I was doing that and I've knackered myself in. So it serves me right for being such a clever sod! Balanced too which pleased me no end. Saves Avia a lot of work too cos then she doesn't have to look for errors. At home watched TV cos no-one coming out boozing. Slade on TOTP which should be in Top 5 by Xmas with any luck.
16th November 1984
NOT THE MOST EXCITING OF DAYS. WILL JUST SAY THAT RECEIVED WONDERUL LETTER OFF LEE WHICH CHEERED ME UP NO END. NOT AS BUSY AS YESTERDAY BUT STILL TIRED. BIRTHDAY OF FRI ROCK SHOW.
17th November 1984
Reason why last night's writing naff was cos I had 3 Stella cans! Pissed or what!! Got up very late - about 12.15 this afternoon! I must've been tired. Mind you, those Stella cans couldn't have helped. About half one-ish me and Wol went to Town. Didn't buy much. Just 3 chrome tapes and Eliminator LP by ZZ Top. Ace! Bought funny card for Lee's birthday. Besides that and letter send him £5. Will use that for booze no doubt. Miss him but will go out with Wol tomorrow night.
18th November 1984
Waste of time getting up cos there was nowt 'going off.' No Lee or anyone else to go out with during day. So just sat around reading and listening to tapes I've done myself. Must send card, letter, etc for Lee's birthday on Tuesday (send it tomorrow). Must think I've a limited imagination just sending money though I don't suppose he'll have the money (£5) for long, bless him. Listened to Chart Show & hope Slade in Top 5 by Xmas cos song ace. Lin came in car and we went out.
19th November 1984
Stayed in bed till 20 to 8 this morning. Disgusting or what! At work plenty to do (centred around invoices - as always). Plenty of orders to do as well. Everyone pissed off cos it was our favourite day of the week! Made sure Lee's letter etc was posted so he'll get it tomorrow, being his birthday. The lucky sod will probably have the time of his life! I hope he spares a thought for me slaving away. Watched telly a lot. Some good stuff on for once.
20th November 1984
Lee's Birthday. The little love will have received the little package I sent him yesterday. He's 20 now - all downhill from now on. I'll tell him that the next time I see him and he'll probably never speak to me again! At work got ready for invoicing out. Didn't actually get round to do it till late this afternoon. Tape came to around £37,000 which is about the 2nd biggest run I've had on S-Z. At home listened to records and watched telly till late. Tired.
21st November 1984
Incredibly naff weather early on this morning. Took my dungarees to change in once I got to work - and guess what - stopped raining as soon as I stepped outside. Bloody typical! Everything I did today at work centred around invoicing out (didn't balance and Avia found the £5 error). Loads of work cards have since accumulated on my tray (bastards) so no doubt I'll be doing another run soon. At home watched lots of telly including 28 UP which was ace.
22nd November 1984
IF I GO ON ABOUT THE WORK I DID TODAY (W/C'S/SPLITTING) I'LL ONLY GET DEPRESSED SO I WON'T BOTHER. LOOKED FORWARD TO GOING TO RAMMY WITH WOL & LIN. NAFF UNTIL NICK & SINGER(?) CAME IN AND HAD A GOOD LAUGH!
23rd November 1984
Missed the rain the whole week and guess what? Yes, I was rained on (along with Michelle) walking down Mowbray Drive. It was just like someone throwing loads of buckets of water over us. Bloody freezing as well! It took practically all day to dry out and I'm now getting a cold. Apart from that, today was pretty good! Similar work to yesterday what with matching-up,etc. My tray looks like Mt Everest at the moment but I'm not going to let it worry me. Very tired.
24th November 1984
Was going to go to Town with Mum but she didn't bother getting me up early. Mind you, I was tired and neither of us was in the mood. So I was bored all afternoon. The only bit of excitement I had was reading another ace letter by Lee and going to the shop for Mum. Listened to the radio a lot and tonight I recorded on two 90 minute tapes, some of my favourite tracks. Exciting, eh?!! The weather was crap (very windy) so glad I didn't go anywhere. Supposed to be going out tomorrow.
25th November 1984
As always shouldn't have bothered getting up. This is only because it's Sunday you understand. I wish I had a car. I'd go everywhere in it. It would help if I could drive! Replied to Lee's letter and I've told him I miss him (and that's not cos he wrote that in his letter). I do genuinely miss him because he's such fun to be with. Anyway, it won't be long till he's here. Ace! Went out later with Lin & Wol in car to Rammy. Not bad night.
26th November 1984
Sent up for Phil Collins tickets. I've never known Starline to be so quiet as it was today. I know it's Monday 'an all that but even Diane kept her mouth shut for once. I think she's in love! Lisa kept saying, 'I'm pissed off!' all day which rubbed off on me. By the afternoon I was bloody saying it! I was glad when 5 came! At home did bugger-all really. Quite chuffed about the weather cos the sun's been out and it's not at all cold. Having said that it might rain tomorrow! Better not!
27th November 1984
Very cold this morning going to work but at least it wasn't raining. Did later on though - especially tonight. Glad I wasn't out in it! Windy too! At work finished off invoicing out, didn't balance but luckly the error was on my tape. Wonderful Avia found it for me. Got another big pile of w/c's to split. Annoying or what! Peter D says he's gonna cause havoc on Xmas Eve when he and his mates will dress up in robes and pub crawl. That'll be sight for sore eyes if he dares to go in Rammy!
28th November 1984
Write up for new stylus. Didn't bother cos I don't need any yet! At work I couldn't believe the statements I did. Besides the 'normal' ones also had to do October forward ones, so it took longer than usual! In fact, it was practically all day I was doing those. Never mind at least I've only a few to type tomorrow and then I can get on with the next 'run.' At home watched 'Coronation St' and bit of 'Dallas' and then me, Wol & Lin went to Rammy and Boar's Head. PISSED!
29th November 1984
You can always tell I've been on the beer when you look at my writing. Just look at the state of yesterday's scrawl. Disgraceful! Don't care though cos I had a good time. Felt rough going to work but that soon wore off. Naff jobs to do like finish off forward statements and such-like. Glad to get those buggers out the way I can tell you! Did tape for next invoice run and comes to over £34,000! Next ones looks even bigger already. Watched loads of TV.
30th November 1984
Thank God it's Friday is all I can say. Typed a load of statements when sorting through invoices. Still haven't got round to invoicing out yet, will save them for Monday. I probably won't be in the mood though. I'm glad I didn't go out last night cos I've been knackered all day. Well, at least it's weekend now. Started it off by having hair cut and it looks miles better (shorter at front). Caught some of 'The Tube' with film of Band Aid recording the Ethiopian Appeal single. Must buy it cos Bono, Paul Young on it.
ALL I CAN WRITE ABOUT TODAY IS THAT I HAD A VERY BUSY DAY AT WORK. GOT HOME TO A LETTER BY LEE (postmen where he is dead lazy cos it arrived a day late)! Anyway, met him and mate Howard in Rammy tonight!! Here next Wednesday.
2nd November 1984
I'll try and fill in all the lines today if I can. I don't like writing in capitals. It doesn't look very nice. Told everyone at work about Lee being here last night and also showed them the photograph he gave me with him and Steve Harris on it. Diane has already fallen in love with Lee believe it or not. Daft bugger! At work loads to invoice out (£37,000 worth). Still haven't got all my cards out yet. Knackered when came home. Watched 'The Tube' (rubbish). Rock Show had singles/LPs on.
3rd November 1984
Not the most exciting of days. Warren came round to see Dan. I thought he'd be ugly but he's not bad at all. I couldn't believe it though when Mum says he's the same age as Dan. Looks older than 17. He looks older than me! Couldn't go to Town (Wol didn't come) because the nasty rain is back with us again. It's windy too. Bloody weather, I can't stand it cold and damp. Wrote to Lee to cheer myself up and succeeded! Tapes on most of the day.
4th November 1984
I thought it would be impossible, but I've been proved wrong. Today has been even less exciting than yesterday! That's no surprise though is it cos I always write this practically every week (unless I'm going out, which is pretty rare in itself). Anyway, the rest(!) has done me good I suppose. This is the time I miss Lee the most because I've time to think about him. At work I haven't - fortunately. Watched an ace American Football match which went to overtime. Exciting or what!
5th November 1984
Last night I had the crappiest sleep for ages. I only got a couple of hours - if that - and I went to bed at 10pm. I blame the bloody television downstairs. The sound of that was rocking the house. Never mind, hopefully I'll be able to sleep better tonight cos I've been busy all day (typing statements and invoicing out). Balanced too. Chuffed cos it was a big run. Also did lots of orders. The heating drove me mad. Why it has to be on all day is beyond me. At home watched 'The Street' & 'Brookside' as usual.
6th November 1984
Weather becoming decidedly nippier than of late. Well, at least it's not raining. Apprently, snow is forecast for Scotland tomorrow. That's all we need! At work, quite a busy day. Love it when there's lots to do cos then you don't get bored. Poor Diane blew her top this morning and stormed off - hotly persued by Avia! Things just got on her nerves and she complained to Jo about the wages. We should've all given her a mouthful. Iron Maiden up in Chart.
7th November 1984
Knackered when I got up this morning. Serves me right for going to bed late. It was also cold (not as cold as yesterday) which made me want to stay in bed longer. No letter off Lee as yet but I'm not annoyed because it's not worth it. I wonder if his mate Howard wants to meet Lisa. I hope so cos their starsigns are well suited! I suppose mine and Lee's are in a way cos he's on the Cusp of Scorpio (bit dodgy) and Sagittarius (a sign which goes with mine 100%)! What's more interesting is that I'm on Pisces/Aries Cusp and Pisceans go with Scorpios! So, either way we're suited!
8th November 1984
BEST THING THAT HAPPENED TODAY WAS GOING OUT WITH WOL TONIGHT & MEETING UP WITH LEE AND ANOTHER ONE OF HIS MATES. WILL GO OUT TOMORROW. WOL OFF AT BUS STATION, ME OFF AT RAMMY COS MEETING LEE AGAIN (& SATURDAY)!!
9th November 1984
FUCKIN' ACE DAY BOTH AT WORK & WHEN I SAW LEE TONIGHT! PROBABLY IN OLDHAM THIS TIME TOMORROW. WILL HAVE TO SEE MONEY SITUATION FIRST.
10th November 1984
For some reason I felt really rough once I got up (must be last night's booze). Didn't get up earlier enough to go to Halifax, so couldn't go to Oldham with Lee and 'Fat Rac.' Never mind, at least I saw them in Town before they went home. I bet Lee thought I was very quiet today. In fact I was - partly cos he was going back (without me) and the fact I wasn't at all well. My stomach's not that brill you see. Hope he figured that out. Pissed off now and also knackered.
11th November 1984
Waste of time getting up but for Great Aunty Jane (plus her friend Alice) coming down this afternoon. Cute or what. You wouldn't think she was 85. She's still 'all there!' She's very mobile too. She wanted Uncle Wilf to see me but I can remember him anyway. It can't be helped him being 'gone.' Wrote 3 letters. One to Lee, one for Delaine and one for Uncle John. Lee must've thought I was acting strangely yesterday. God knows what was wrong. I hope he hasn't gone off me.
12th November 1984
Not really that ecstatic about going back to work today but there's not much I can do about it is there? Except pack my job in, which isn't very practical cos there's no other job to go to. Can't win! Thought about Lee a lot. Talk about daydreaming - bloody 'ell, I never stopped all day! Must be love. He should get my letter tomorrow. Delaine and Uncle John should get theirs too. I tell yer, this letter-writing is getting out of hand. Ask me if I'm bothered. Am I balls! Rained ALL day!
13th November 1984
Didn't mind getting up early this morning because last night I had an ace sleep and the weather has improved dramatically. It's been sunny all day which makes a lot of difference to the mood I'm in, which was generally good today. Did miles of splitting (did one lot then some more piled up on my tray - typical). Started statements which I'll finish off tomorrow no doubt. At home played stereo. 'Whistle Test' on telly. The Quo on and must get their video at Xmas if we get video/tv.
14th November 1984
These days I need some motivation to get me to work - and that would come from Lee - but he's not here. Never mind, I should be getting (hopefully) a letter off him soon. Bless our Postman! I'm sure he comes earlier so he knows I've caught the post cos usually he's not here till I've gone to work. Cute! At work busy day and finished off two lots of statements besides sorting my workcards out and doing orders. Will be invoicing out tomorrow and there's a lot. Glad to be home to settle down & rest.
15th November 1984
Hardest day's work so far this week cos I had a lot of invoicing to do. Settled down to the actual invoicing out after dinner, and didn't finish it until break-time this afternoon. Non-stop I was doing that and I've knackered myself in. So it serves me right for being such a clever sod! Balanced too which pleased me no end. Saves Avia a lot of work too cos then she doesn't have to look for errors. At home watched TV cos no-one coming out boozing. Slade on TOTP which should be in Top 5 by Xmas with any luck.
16th November 1984
NOT THE MOST EXCITING OF DAYS. WILL JUST SAY THAT RECEIVED WONDERUL LETTER OFF LEE WHICH CHEERED ME UP NO END. NOT AS BUSY AS YESTERDAY BUT STILL TIRED. BIRTHDAY OF FRI ROCK SHOW.
17th November 1984
Reason why last night's writing naff was cos I had 3 Stella cans! Pissed or what!! Got up very late - about 12.15 this afternoon! I must've been tired. Mind you, those Stella cans couldn't have helped. About half one-ish me and Wol went to Town. Didn't buy much. Just 3 chrome tapes and Eliminator LP by ZZ Top. Ace! Bought funny card for Lee's birthday. Besides that and letter send him £5. Will use that for booze no doubt. Miss him but will go out with Wol tomorrow night.
18th November 1984
Waste of time getting up cos there was nowt 'going off.' No Lee or anyone else to go out with during day. So just sat around reading and listening to tapes I've done myself. Must send card, letter, etc for Lee's birthday on Tuesday (send it tomorrow). Must think I've a limited imagination just sending money though I don't suppose he'll have the money (£5) for long, bless him. Listened to Chart Show & hope Slade in Top 5 by Xmas cos song ace. Lin came in car and we went out.
19th November 1984
Stayed in bed till 20 to 8 this morning. Disgusting or what! At work plenty to do (centred around invoices - as always). Plenty of orders to do as well. Everyone pissed off cos it was our favourite day of the week! Made sure Lee's letter etc was posted so he'll get it tomorrow, being his birthday. The lucky sod will probably have the time of his life! I hope he spares a thought for me slaving away. Watched telly a lot. Some good stuff on for once.
20th November 1984
Lee's Birthday. The little love will have received the little package I sent him yesterday. He's 20 now - all downhill from now on. I'll tell him that the next time I see him and he'll probably never speak to me again! At work got ready for invoicing out. Didn't actually get round to do it till late this afternoon. Tape came to around £37,000 which is about the 2nd biggest run I've had on S-Z. At home listened to records and watched telly till late. Tired.
21st November 1984
Incredibly naff weather early on this morning. Took my dungarees to change in once I got to work - and guess what - stopped raining as soon as I stepped outside. Bloody typical! Everything I did today at work centred around invoicing out (didn't balance and Avia found the £5 error). Loads of work cards have since accumulated on my tray (bastards) so no doubt I'll be doing another run soon. At home watched lots of telly including 28 UP which was ace.
22nd November 1984
IF I GO ON ABOUT THE WORK I DID TODAY (W/C'S/SPLITTING) I'LL ONLY GET DEPRESSED SO I WON'T BOTHER. LOOKED FORWARD TO GOING TO RAMMY WITH WOL & LIN. NAFF UNTIL NICK & SINGER(?) CAME IN AND HAD A GOOD LAUGH!
23rd November 1984
Missed the rain the whole week and guess what? Yes, I was rained on (along with Michelle) walking down Mowbray Drive. It was just like someone throwing loads of buckets of water over us. Bloody freezing as well! It took practically all day to dry out and I'm now getting a cold. Apart from that, today was pretty good! Similar work to yesterday what with matching-up,etc. My tray looks like Mt Everest at the moment but I'm not going to let it worry me. Very tired.
24th November 1984
Was going to go to Town with Mum but she didn't bother getting me up early. Mind you, I was tired and neither of us was in the mood. So I was bored all afternoon. The only bit of excitement I had was reading another ace letter by Lee and going to the shop for Mum. Listened to the radio a lot and tonight I recorded on two 90 minute tapes, some of my favourite tracks. Exciting, eh?!! The weather was crap (very windy) so glad I didn't go anywhere. Supposed to be going out tomorrow.
25th November 1984
As always shouldn't have bothered getting up. This is only because it's Sunday you understand. I wish I had a car. I'd go everywhere in it. It would help if I could drive! Replied to Lee's letter and I've told him I miss him (and that's not cos he wrote that in his letter). I do genuinely miss him because he's such fun to be with. Anyway, it won't be long till he's here. Ace! Went out later with Lin & Wol in car to Rammy. Not bad night.
26th November 1984
Sent up for Phil Collins tickets. I've never known Starline to be so quiet as it was today. I know it's Monday 'an all that but even Diane kept her mouth shut for once. I think she's in love! Lisa kept saying, 'I'm pissed off!' all day which rubbed off on me. By the afternoon I was bloody saying it! I was glad when 5 came! At home did bugger-all really. Quite chuffed about the weather cos the sun's been out and it's not at all cold. Having said that it might rain tomorrow! Better not!
27th November 1984
Very cold this morning going to work but at least it wasn't raining. Did later on though - especially tonight. Glad I wasn't out in it! Windy too! At work finished off invoicing out, didn't balance but luckly the error was on my tape. Wonderful Avia found it for me. Got another big pile of w/c's to split. Annoying or what! Peter D says he's gonna cause havoc on Xmas Eve when he and his mates will dress up in robes and pub crawl. That'll be sight for sore eyes if he dares to go in Rammy!
28th November 1984
Write up for new stylus. Didn't bother cos I don't need any yet! At work I couldn't believe the statements I did. Besides the 'normal' ones also had to do October forward ones, so it took longer than usual! In fact, it was practically all day I was doing those. Never mind at least I've only a few to type tomorrow and then I can get on with the next 'run.' At home watched 'Coronation St' and bit of 'Dallas' and then me, Wol & Lin went to Rammy and Boar's Head. PISSED!
29th November 1984
You can always tell I've been on the beer when you look at my writing. Just look at the state of yesterday's scrawl. Disgraceful! Don't care though cos I had a good time. Felt rough going to work but that soon wore off. Naff jobs to do like finish off forward statements and such-like. Glad to get those buggers out the way I can tell you! Did tape for next invoice run and comes to over £34,000! Next ones looks even bigger already. Watched loads of TV.
30th November 1984
Thank God it's Friday is all I can say. Typed a load of statements when sorting through invoices. Still haven't got round to invoicing out yet, will save them for Monday. I probably won't be in the mood though. I'm glad I didn't go out last night cos I've been knackered all day. Well, at least it's weekend now. Started it off by having hair cut and it looks miles better (shorter at front). Caught some of 'The Tube' with film of Band Aid recording the Ethiopian Appeal single. Must buy it cos Bono, Paul Young on it.
Wednesday, 25 November 2009
1st Oct - 31st Oct 1984
1st October 1984
Alison's Birthday. Must take present round tonight. It was terrible trying to get up this morning cos it's darker now and I think it's still about 4am! I couldn't believe how quickly Monday has come round again - and I didn't go out this weekend either. What a drag! Very busy at work. Graham got told off for machining out wrong. The poor lad still hasn't got the hang of it. If I were him I'd piss off home and not come back! Took pressy round to Wol and she loved it. Lin rang Wol while I was there & later we went to Rammy, which wasn't busy.
2nd October 1984
Worse getting up this morning than yesterday because the weather was bad. I could've done with an extra cover on my bed cos my bottom half was freezing. Never mind, at least I haven't caught a cold - yet. Mum already has and there's loads of people at work with colds. Exciting, eh?! At work invoiced out and balanced again! Ace! I didn't think I would cos I wasn't really concentrating very hard. My heart wasn't at work today, it was with Lee. Why does he have to live in Manchester? Girlschool good on box.
3rd October 1984
What a fun-packed day this was! Lots of work to get through and the time just flew past. Loads of orders came through and I surprised myself by finding them all! The Reps Post was nerve-wracking as always on Wednesdays. We all came through relatively unscathed in the end (Terry Wogan's line that)! The heating came on this afternoon instead of morning when it's most needed. Pathetic or what! Was going to wash hair but couldn't be bothered. Regret it now cos it looks a mess.
4th October 1984
KISS concert at the Manchester Apollo. Not to be. I've already sold my ticket. Looking forward to seeing Marillion on the 17th December now. Felt awful (and fat) today & I now know why - I 'started' on the way home from work - 9 days late. It's awful when that happens cos you know that it can come at any time. Well, at least it doesn't happen with me often. Sometimes I wish it did cos periods are a burden to me, not that I can do anything about it worse luck. Quite busy at work. At home bored until TOTP came on. It was very good for once. I wish Dio was on, though.
5th October 1984
Brian Johnson's Birthday. Wonder how last night's concert went. I'll get to know sooner or later. When I'm told about how brilliant it was I'll act as though I'm not really bothered (but I will be deep down)! I'm a funny bugger aren't I? Because of my period I was very lazy today which I hate being like - it's so unlike me. Every time I walked around I felt a gush coming, it was horrible. So I thought I'd stay put so hardly anything happened. You know, I'll have to see the Doctor but it's so embarrassing, and I don't know whether he'll be able to help me. Honestly, this is driving me insane.
6th October 1984
Shouldn't have bothered getting up at all today because I was so bored and fed up with myself. Didn't go to Town or do anything constructive. In other words, I've been a lazy cow! It felt just like a friggin' Sunday! Sat there stuffing myself with wine gums (which were disgusting)! Mum says I shouldn't stay in on a Saturday night. She's right too but at least I've saved some money doing so. Dan doesn't know what to do with all his wages. Cute! It's about time he had some money of his own to spend, he hates being skint.
7th October 1984
I don't know why I bother writing anything for Sundays. I might as well miss them out they're so bloody naff! The highlight of my day was having a bath - and I didn't have that until after 7pm! Went out a couple of times on bike. I don't think Wol was very chuffed when I rang and told her that I wasn't going out tonight. Anyway, at least Linda went out with her so it wasn't as if there were two of us. I hope to God Lee wasn't in the Rammy cos that will make me even more depressed than I already am!
8th October 1984
Mondays want banning!! Back wo work again folks. Didn't mind it today though because I had plenty to do (I invoiced out for a start). Just finished 'em before 5pm. Don't think I've balanced though. There were quite a few (well, that's my excuse anyway)! I was knackered by the time I finished them. Looking for any mistakes tomorrow. I've a feeling it's my tape but you never know, it could be anything. Telly watching tonight including wising up on the soaps.
9th October 1984
Getting darker in the mornings when I wake now. Can't stand it cos it feels like the middle of the night. Well, at least the weather was a damn sight better than yesterday. If the sun hadn't been low in the sky you would've mistaken today for a midsummer's day. I tell yer, I wish it was. The summer has been wonderful and I hope we get a few more cos I want a permanent tan! At work just farted around. Tape wrong for invoices, so now balanced. Very tired.
10th October 1984
Took an eternity getting to sleep last night so I thought I'd be really tired this morning, but I wasn't, much to my relief. 'Sids' at work said that 'Lamby Luby' (Peter) is coming back tomorrow after having an operation on his knee. He must be MAD! I wouldn't come back till at least after Xmas! 'Sids' reckons it's cos he's missing the crumpet. That figures! He does no work and just stares at anyone in a skirt (or jeans as in my case). Anyway, should be a laugh seeing him and no doubt Di will massage his knee. Poor man!
11th October 1984
Worsed day (at work) so far this week. Thought that time had gone quick until today. Did it drag or did it drag! It dragged! Quite a few work-cards came up so we'll probably invoice out tomorrow. Exciting, eh?! Looked forward to going out tonight cos I thought beautiful Lee would be there - wasn't though. Went in Rammy and it didn't liven up till late on. Clive and Dave walked in and I nearly died. Couldn't face the bar! Gave Dave the eye when Clive went to loo. He probably fuckin' told him when he came out as well!
12th October 1984
Was going to go to Town this afternoon with Lisa and Diane but couldn't be bothered. I hope they weren't offended! Well, I did tell them I'll be going tomorrow anyway - if I wasn't I'd go with them. Di gave us a lift home. Got here in 5 minutes! My writing funny cos I've been drinking Carlsberg and it what yer call affects me, if you see what I mean. 'The Tube' much better than last week but I wish the Scots cow would piss off!
13th October 1984
Buy a dress with Mum. If any money left also buy new U2 LP, a diary and some Chloe perfume. Not buying dress - or Chloe - yet!! Got up after listening to last night's Friday Rock Show tape which was rather ace. Had bath. Lin came round and told me that Wol couldn't go to Town cos of her hangover! So I went with Mum instead. Very mild day but the crowds got on my nerves. Bought new U2 LP (which is their best yet) & this pen(!) and a new Letts Diary like the one I had for 1983. Looked at some really dear dresses! Wish I could afford the chic ones. Never mind, maybe one day I will.
14th October 1984
The naffest day of the week - as always. Shouldn't have got up till at least 1 0'clock but I wanted my dinner! It was very nice as well. Played U2 LP countless times and it's brilliant. I thought that their 'live' LP was good but this is even better than that. Bloody ace! Got to tea-time and listened to the chart. I wish they'd get rid of Richard Skinner cos he's doing my head in just playing half of the singles - who does he think he is?! Went to GPO with Wol & Lin. Final night & Dave's band on but didn't stay through it and went to Rammy instead. Clive & Dave will DEFINITELY ignore me forever now cos I said I'd watch em.
15th October 1984
Anniversary of Dad's Big Win on horses last year. God, did that win make Dad ill or what! It took him ages to get over it - but it didn't take him long to spend it! Anyway, at least it went on something constructive - the front room. God knows how long that would've stayed a mess if Dad hadn't won that lolly! I dread to think. Terribly difficult getting up this morning. The darkness didn't help cos I kept thinking it was still midnight. Fraid not though. Everyone (even Diane)! quiet at work and no-one looked as though their heart was in it (apart from Jill). Peter D done me another tape at last!!
16th October 1984
Goodness me, it was hard getting up this morning - mainly because the weather turned colder. Once I got outside I found that it was very foggy. Couldn't see for more than a few yards. Soon cleard up though - and it warmed up too. At work invoiced out the November early ones. Didn't balance so Avia finding my error tomorrow cos she's ace! Think I'm getting a cold. My temp keeps going up and down and I feel pretty weird. My eyesight's playing up as well. Bit like a migraine but head 'heavy' like I've been on the beer - not that I have. At home mainly watched the telly.
17th October 1984
My writing is bloody disgraceful! I'll have to make a special effort to change it because I won't be able to read it if it gets much worse. Avia found my error when I invoiced out and luckily it was on my tape. Unfortunately, she later found a Road Atlas one (where Tax should be left off but I included it as normal). 'Tater 'ead as Avia would say! Not bad day. Quieter than usual but come 5pm Diane had me in hysterics cos she was taking off Graham's walk! She got it down to a 'T.' Lisa did it too down Mowbray Drive. Haven't laughed that much for yonks.
18th October 1984
Woke up to an awful windy day - and I mean WINDY! Must've been at least Gale Force 9. Terrible. I must've looked a funny sight walking down Mowbray Drive with my hair all over the place. Well, at least I didn't get rained on cos that's what it did this afternoon - hailstones and thunder too. We've had everything today! Not cold either! At work had quite a good time for a change. Kept laughing at Di taking Graham's walk off. Tight but it's fun. My friend Meat Loaf was on TOTP which was ace for a change.
19th October 1984
What a wonderful day this was! I didn't even have to do the Reps Post. God I couldn't believe it though. Still knackered after doing some invoicing out before we came out. Haven't finished cos there's a load (£26,000 worth in fact). Biggest run I've ever had on S-Z drum! Hope I balance! Doubt it. Went to Town with Lisa after work (weather was awful). Managed to buy a Dio album plus a nice red and black jumper from Fashion Spot. Might go tomorrow, I don't know yet. Friday Rock Show ace as ever.
20th October 1984
Day started off pretty naff but it improved greatly tonight as you'll find out in a min! Well, didn't go to Town cos I went yesterday. Glad really cos the weather has turned really bad again (wind and rain, all that business). Stayed in & had bath, washed hair to go out tonight. Wasn't really looking forward to it but as it 'appens my mate Lee walked in the Rammy about 20mins after we walked in. Knew he'd be there cos I'm psychic! Had a long chat as usual and couldn't believe it when he asked me to come out tomorrow as well! Got his address & he's going back to M'chester Tues.
21st October 1984
Didn't get up til dinner-time. Should've stayed in bed longer cos when I was up all I thought about was meeting Lee tonight! Making myself ill cos I was so bloody nervous. Had a bath to take my mind off him but that only worked for about an hour. By 7pm I was sick in the toilet cos I'd had virtually nowt to eat. In fact, it made me better cos I was alright then. Lee walks in Rammy about 10mins after me. Stayed there nearly an hour, then went to Grosvenor and Criterion. Walked me home & I tell yer - I'm in love! Out again tomorrow but he's back in Manchester Tues.
22nd October 1984
Monday again! God, I couldn't believe how fast the weekend has flown - considering it wasn't as boring as usual. Probably cos Lee was here the fit swine! Thought about him all day at work. Couldn't concentrate on what I was doing. Not half as bad as yesterday. At least I wasn't sick. Quiet at work so decided to tell all to Lisa about Lee. She seemed genuinely interested which quite over-awed me. Anyway, went out again tonight with Lee but just stayed in the Rammy! I think I'm in love! Must write to him, say on Wednesday.
23rd October 1984
MUST watch BBC2 tonight because my heroes AC/DC (& Van Halen)! are being interviewed at Donington for 'The Old Grey Whistle Test.' At work had to tell 'em about Lee cos Lisa wanted to know how I got on! Nosey bugger. Can't wait to write to him tomorrow night - he'll be back at Manchester by now. Thought about him a lot but I never got upset cos there's no point. Ali rang up and said she can't make the Rammy Thursday night. Bloody typical. Will go to Town on Saturday though. Big deal! Watched Donington, etc & it was ace (Whistle Test).
24th October 1984
JUST CAN'T BE BOTHERED WRITING 'OWT. HEAD SPLITTING WITH HEATING AT WORK. SORRY!
25th October 1984
Didn't feel much like writing today either but I'll force myself. Yesterday, I kept my promise of writing to beautiful Lee, so hopefully I'll get a reply by Monday. I bet it'll be a really nice letter - not like my crap I wrote. In fact, received a letter off Uncle John concerning Lee so I'll tell him and Sylvia all about him. At work finished invoicing out. The work keeps piling up but I tell yer, this week has flown past. Went to Windmill with Linda. Quite good. Kept getting wet every time I got out!!
26th October 1984
A GOOD DAY AT WORK AND AT HOME. KNACKERED & PISSED FROM 'STELLA.' CANT BE BOTHERED WRITING MORE. Hope to get letter off Lee at weekend.
27th October 1984
I'm letting myself down not writing in every day this week but when Lee went there was nowt to write really. Well, at least something happened today, after I'd washed my hair, etc. Wol came & we went to Town. It was 'bombed' cos the weather was gorgeous (should be after all the awful rain we've had this week). Anyway, bought a double T-Rex LP, 2 chrome tapes and some Chloe. Was going to buy a skirt but I think I'll leave that till I next go with Mum. Boring night in cos everyone out with boyfriends. Never, Lee will be here soon (6 weeks)!!
28th October 1984
Naffest day of the week by far. Talk about BORING!! I even wished Lee was here to liven things up a bit (I've never felt like that about ANY of my previous boyfriends). I tell yer, he's turning out to be 'someone special' already! I hope to receive a letter off him tomorrow with any luck. Thought about him a lot today cos I had loads of time on my hands - and let's face it who else have I got to think about? No-one! Played tapes, etc, till chart came on which was quite good. Watched American Football which I love! It's really exciting.
29th October 1984
I wonder why the Irish had a day off today. I could do with a week off I'm that knackered. Anyway, we got over the depression of the 'Monday Blues' this afternoon wasn't bad at all. The heating was turned on about 2pm (wasn't on this morning). Stupid or what. It wasn't even cold outside. Waited till 5pm, then the heavens opened. If I don't watch it I'm gonna end up with flu! Dark too when we came out. Depressing or what. So was watching 'Brookside.' Poor George in Prison.
30th October 1984
Glad weather improved today cos I didn't fancy walking to work in the rain again. In fact it was a very mild day. Apparently, it was 60 degrees yesterday. I can believe that, it was like summer. Today was as bad but at least the heating wasn't on as much. They switched it on at a divvy time though. About 2pm. Pathetic! Tried to perfect my Graham impression when I did the teas but it didn't quite come off cos I kept laughing and Graham NEVER laughs! Watched Bruce Springsteen on telly. Fit or what! Motorhead video also on.
31st October 1984
NOT MUCH TO WRITE BUT I'VE HAD A GOOD BUSY DAY AT WORK. ALSO HAD A GOOD NIGHT OUT WITH WOL (MILES BETTER THAN WITH LINDA). NO LETTER OFF LEE BUT DID GET ONE OFF DELAINE AT LAST!!!
Alison's Birthday. Must take present round tonight. It was terrible trying to get up this morning cos it's darker now and I think it's still about 4am! I couldn't believe how quickly Monday has come round again - and I didn't go out this weekend either. What a drag! Very busy at work. Graham got told off for machining out wrong. The poor lad still hasn't got the hang of it. If I were him I'd piss off home and not come back! Took pressy round to Wol and she loved it. Lin rang Wol while I was there & later we went to Rammy, which wasn't busy.
2nd October 1984
Worse getting up this morning than yesterday because the weather was bad. I could've done with an extra cover on my bed cos my bottom half was freezing. Never mind, at least I haven't caught a cold - yet. Mum already has and there's loads of people at work with colds. Exciting, eh?! At work invoiced out and balanced again! Ace! I didn't think I would cos I wasn't really concentrating very hard. My heart wasn't at work today, it was with Lee. Why does he have to live in Manchester? Girlschool good on box.
3rd October 1984
What a fun-packed day this was! Lots of work to get through and the time just flew past. Loads of orders came through and I surprised myself by finding them all! The Reps Post was nerve-wracking as always on Wednesdays. We all came through relatively unscathed in the end (Terry Wogan's line that)! The heating came on this afternoon instead of morning when it's most needed. Pathetic or what! Was going to wash hair but couldn't be bothered. Regret it now cos it looks a mess.
4th October 1984
KISS concert at the Manchester Apollo. Not to be. I've already sold my ticket. Looking forward to seeing Marillion on the 17th December now. Felt awful (and fat) today & I now know why - I 'started' on the way home from work - 9 days late. It's awful when that happens cos you know that it can come at any time. Well, at least it doesn't happen with me often. Sometimes I wish it did cos periods are a burden to me, not that I can do anything about it worse luck. Quite busy at work. At home bored until TOTP came on. It was very good for once. I wish Dio was on, though.
5th October 1984
Brian Johnson's Birthday. Wonder how last night's concert went. I'll get to know sooner or later. When I'm told about how brilliant it was I'll act as though I'm not really bothered (but I will be deep down)! I'm a funny bugger aren't I? Because of my period I was very lazy today which I hate being like - it's so unlike me. Every time I walked around I felt a gush coming, it was horrible. So I thought I'd stay put so hardly anything happened. You know, I'll have to see the Doctor but it's so embarrassing, and I don't know whether he'll be able to help me. Honestly, this is driving me insane.
6th October 1984
Shouldn't have bothered getting up at all today because I was so bored and fed up with myself. Didn't go to Town or do anything constructive. In other words, I've been a lazy cow! It felt just like a friggin' Sunday! Sat there stuffing myself with wine gums (which were disgusting)! Mum says I shouldn't stay in on a Saturday night. She's right too but at least I've saved some money doing so. Dan doesn't know what to do with all his wages. Cute! It's about time he had some money of his own to spend, he hates being skint.
7th October 1984
I don't know why I bother writing anything for Sundays. I might as well miss them out they're so bloody naff! The highlight of my day was having a bath - and I didn't have that until after 7pm! Went out a couple of times on bike. I don't think Wol was very chuffed when I rang and told her that I wasn't going out tonight. Anyway, at least Linda went out with her so it wasn't as if there were two of us. I hope to God Lee wasn't in the Rammy cos that will make me even more depressed than I already am!
8th October 1984
Mondays want banning!! Back wo work again folks. Didn't mind it today though because I had plenty to do (I invoiced out for a start). Just finished 'em before 5pm. Don't think I've balanced though. There were quite a few (well, that's my excuse anyway)! I was knackered by the time I finished them. Looking for any mistakes tomorrow. I've a feeling it's my tape but you never know, it could be anything. Telly watching tonight including wising up on the soaps.
9th October 1984
Getting darker in the mornings when I wake now. Can't stand it cos it feels like the middle of the night. Well, at least the weather was a damn sight better than yesterday. If the sun hadn't been low in the sky you would've mistaken today for a midsummer's day. I tell yer, I wish it was. The summer has been wonderful and I hope we get a few more cos I want a permanent tan! At work just farted around. Tape wrong for invoices, so now balanced. Very tired.
10th October 1984
Took an eternity getting to sleep last night so I thought I'd be really tired this morning, but I wasn't, much to my relief. 'Sids' at work said that 'Lamby Luby' (Peter) is coming back tomorrow after having an operation on his knee. He must be MAD! I wouldn't come back till at least after Xmas! 'Sids' reckons it's cos he's missing the crumpet. That figures! He does no work and just stares at anyone in a skirt (or jeans as in my case). Anyway, should be a laugh seeing him and no doubt Di will massage his knee. Poor man!
11th October 1984
Worsed day (at work) so far this week. Thought that time had gone quick until today. Did it drag or did it drag! It dragged! Quite a few work-cards came up so we'll probably invoice out tomorrow. Exciting, eh?! Looked forward to going out tonight cos I thought beautiful Lee would be there - wasn't though. Went in Rammy and it didn't liven up till late on. Clive and Dave walked in and I nearly died. Couldn't face the bar! Gave Dave the eye when Clive went to loo. He probably fuckin' told him when he came out as well!
12th October 1984
Was going to go to Town this afternoon with Lisa and Diane but couldn't be bothered. I hope they weren't offended! Well, I did tell them I'll be going tomorrow anyway - if I wasn't I'd go with them. Di gave us a lift home. Got here in 5 minutes! My writing funny cos I've been drinking Carlsberg and it what yer call affects me, if you see what I mean. 'The Tube' much better than last week but I wish the Scots cow would piss off!
13th October 1984
Buy a dress with Mum. If any money left also buy new U2 LP, a diary and some Chloe perfume. Not buying dress - or Chloe - yet!! Got up after listening to last night's Friday Rock Show tape which was rather ace. Had bath. Lin came round and told me that Wol couldn't go to Town cos of her hangover! So I went with Mum instead. Very mild day but the crowds got on my nerves. Bought new U2 LP (which is their best yet) & this pen(!) and a new Letts Diary like the one I had for 1983. Looked at some really dear dresses! Wish I could afford the chic ones. Never mind, maybe one day I will.
14th October 1984
The naffest day of the week - as always. Shouldn't have got up till at least 1 0'clock but I wanted my dinner! It was very nice as well. Played U2 LP countless times and it's brilliant. I thought that their 'live' LP was good but this is even better than that. Bloody ace! Got to tea-time and listened to the chart. I wish they'd get rid of Richard Skinner cos he's doing my head in just playing half of the singles - who does he think he is?! Went to GPO with Wol & Lin. Final night & Dave's band on but didn't stay through it and went to Rammy instead. Clive & Dave will DEFINITELY ignore me forever now cos I said I'd watch em.
15th October 1984
Anniversary of Dad's Big Win on horses last year. God, did that win make Dad ill or what! It took him ages to get over it - but it didn't take him long to spend it! Anyway, at least it went on something constructive - the front room. God knows how long that would've stayed a mess if Dad hadn't won that lolly! I dread to think. Terribly difficult getting up this morning. The darkness didn't help cos I kept thinking it was still midnight. Fraid not though. Everyone (even Diane)! quiet at work and no-one looked as though their heart was in it (apart from Jill). Peter D done me another tape at last!!
16th October 1984
Goodness me, it was hard getting up this morning - mainly because the weather turned colder. Once I got outside I found that it was very foggy. Couldn't see for more than a few yards. Soon cleard up though - and it warmed up too. At work invoiced out the November early ones. Didn't balance so Avia finding my error tomorrow cos she's ace! Think I'm getting a cold. My temp keeps going up and down and I feel pretty weird. My eyesight's playing up as well. Bit like a migraine but head 'heavy' like I've been on the beer - not that I have. At home mainly watched the telly.
17th October 1984
My writing is bloody disgraceful! I'll have to make a special effort to change it because I won't be able to read it if it gets much worse. Avia found my error when I invoiced out and luckily it was on my tape. Unfortunately, she later found a Road Atlas one (where Tax should be left off but I included it as normal). 'Tater 'ead as Avia would say! Not bad day. Quieter than usual but come 5pm Diane had me in hysterics cos she was taking off Graham's walk! She got it down to a 'T.' Lisa did it too down Mowbray Drive. Haven't laughed that much for yonks.
18th October 1984
Woke up to an awful windy day - and I mean WINDY! Must've been at least Gale Force 9. Terrible. I must've looked a funny sight walking down Mowbray Drive with my hair all over the place. Well, at least I didn't get rained on cos that's what it did this afternoon - hailstones and thunder too. We've had everything today! Not cold either! At work had quite a good time for a change. Kept laughing at Di taking Graham's walk off. Tight but it's fun. My friend Meat Loaf was on TOTP which was ace for a change.
19th October 1984
What a wonderful day this was! I didn't even have to do the Reps Post. God I couldn't believe it though. Still knackered after doing some invoicing out before we came out. Haven't finished cos there's a load (£26,000 worth in fact). Biggest run I've ever had on S-Z drum! Hope I balance! Doubt it. Went to Town with Lisa after work (weather was awful). Managed to buy a Dio album plus a nice red and black jumper from Fashion Spot. Might go tomorrow, I don't know yet. Friday Rock Show ace as ever.
20th October 1984
Day started off pretty naff but it improved greatly tonight as you'll find out in a min! Well, didn't go to Town cos I went yesterday. Glad really cos the weather has turned really bad again (wind and rain, all that business). Stayed in & had bath, washed hair to go out tonight. Wasn't really looking forward to it but as it 'appens my mate Lee walked in the Rammy about 20mins after we walked in. Knew he'd be there cos I'm psychic! Had a long chat as usual and couldn't believe it when he asked me to come out tomorrow as well! Got his address & he's going back to M'chester Tues.
21st October 1984
Didn't get up til dinner-time. Should've stayed in bed longer cos when I was up all I thought about was meeting Lee tonight! Making myself ill cos I was so bloody nervous. Had a bath to take my mind off him but that only worked for about an hour. By 7pm I was sick in the toilet cos I'd had virtually nowt to eat. In fact, it made me better cos I was alright then. Lee walks in Rammy about 10mins after me. Stayed there nearly an hour, then went to Grosvenor and Criterion. Walked me home & I tell yer - I'm in love! Out again tomorrow but he's back in Manchester Tues.
22nd October 1984
Monday again! God, I couldn't believe how fast the weekend has flown - considering it wasn't as boring as usual. Probably cos Lee was here the fit swine! Thought about him all day at work. Couldn't concentrate on what I was doing. Not half as bad as yesterday. At least I wasn't sick. Quiet at work so decided to tell all to Lisa about Lee. She seemed genuinely interested which quite over-awed me. Anyway, went out again tonight with Lee but just stayed in the Rammy! I think I'm in love! Must write to him, say on Wednesday.
23rd October 1984
MUST watch BBC2 tonight because my heroes AC/DC (& Van Halen)! are being interviewed at Donington for 'The Old Grey Whistle Test.' At work had to tell 'em about Lee cos Lisa wanted to know how I got on! Nosey bugger. Can't wait to write to him tomorrow night - he'll be back at Manchester by now. Thought about him a lot but I never got upset cos there's no point. Ali rang up and said she can't make the Rammy Thursday night. Bloody typical. Will go to Town on Saturday though. Big deal! Watched Donington, etc & it was ace (Whistle Test).
24th October 1984
JUST CAN'T BE BOTHERED WRITING 'OWT. HEAD SPLITTING WITH HEATING AT WORK. SORRY!
25th October 1984
Didn't feel much like writing today either but I'll force myself. Yesterday, I kept my promise of writing to beautiful Lee, so hopefully I'll get a reply by Monday. I bet it'll be a really nice letter - not like my crap I wrote. In fact, received a letter off Uncle John concerning Lee so I'll tell him and Sylvia all about him. At work finished invoicing out. The work keeps piling up but I tell yer, this week has flown past. Went to Windmill with Linda. Quite good. Kept getting wet every time I got out!!
26th October 1984
A GOOD DAY AT WORK AND AT HOME. KNACKERED & PISSED FROM 'STELLA.' CANT BE BOTHERED WRITING MORE. Hope to get letter off Lee at weekend.
27th October 1984
I'm letting myself down not writing in every day this week but when Lee went there was nowt to write really. Well, at least something happened today, after I'd washed my hair, etc. Wol came & we went to Town. It was 'bombed' cos the weather was gorgeous (should be after all the awful rain we've had this week). Anyway, bought a double T-Rex LP, 2 chrome tapes and some Chloe. Was going to buy a skirt but I think I'll leave that till I next go with Mum. Boring night in cos everyone out with boyfriends. Never, Lee will be here soon (6 weeks)!!
28th October 1984
Naffest day of the week by far. Talk about BORING!! I even wished Lee was here to liven things up a bit (I've never felt like that about ANY of my previous boyfriends). I tell yer, he's turning out to be 'someone special' already! I hope to receive a letter off him tomorrow with any luck. Thought about him a lot today cos I had loads of time on my hands - and let's face it who else have I got to think about? No-one! Played tapes, etc, till chart came on which was quite good. Watched American Football which I love! It's really exciting.
29th October 1984
I wonder why the Irish had a day off today. I could do with a week off I'm that knackered. Anyway, we got over the depression of the 'Monday Blues' this afternoon wasn't bad at all. The heating was turned on about 2pm (wasn't on this morning). Stupid or what. It wasn't even cold outside. Waited till 5pm, then the heavens opened. If I don't watch it I'm gonna end up with flu! Dark too when we came out. Depressing or what. So was watching 'Brookside.' Poor George in Prison.
30th October 1984
Glad weather improved today cos I didn't fancy walking to work in the rain again. In fact it was a very mild day. Apparently, it was 60 degrees yesterday. I can believe that, it was like summer. Today was as bad but at least the heating wasn't on as much. They switched it on at a divvy time though. About 2pm. Pathetic! Tried to perfect my Graham impression when I did the teas but it didn't quite come off cos I kept laughing and Graham NEVER laughs! Watched Bruce Springsteen on telly. Fit or what! Motorhead video also on.
31st October 1984
NOT MUCH TO WRITE BUT I'VE HAD A GOOD BUSY DAY AT WORK. ALSO HAD A GOOD NIGHT OUT WITH WOL (MILES BETTER THAN WITH LINDA). NO LETTER OFF LEE BUT DID GET ONE OFF DELAINE AT LAST!!!
Friday, 20 November 2009
1st September - 30th September 1984
1st September 1984
Not a very nice day for the 1st Sept. Autumn is on its way folks! In fact it rained practically all day. It stopped long enough for me to buy a Snowy White LP but on the way home it rained again - and I had no coat on. It didn't bother me cos it wasn't cold anyway. Played the LP when home and it's really good - should be for £5.49! Just waited around then (after my bath) for Wol & Lin to call for me so we could go to the Rammy. Not very exciting - till Clive, Digger, etc came in.
2nd September 1984
God, was this a boring day or what! I know Sundays are usually terribly boring but today was even worse than usual cos I was on my own (everyone else at Waterloo - he didn't win)! I plucked up enough courage to ring Colin up about Kiss concert at M/chester, seeing as Wol & Lin won't go. He was quite nice about it too cos he said I could go with him & Paul. Ace! Gotta get a ticket now! Wol couldn't believe it when I told her (neither can I). Hope he doesn't change his mind. Went to GPO Club (bored so later went to Rammy).
3rd September 1984
I didn't feel like getting up at all this morning. I refused to believe it was Monday yet again, but of course, I did get up, looked out the window and saw a horrible dark, overcast sky. Nothing like the blue stuff I used to see. Winter's on its way folks. I'll be wearing my leather soon - especially if it keeps raining like it did today. Torrential downpour was an understatement! At work invoiced out amongst other things. Di back & don't we know it! Still can't get thru to M/Chester Apollo.
4th September 1984
It was cold this morning again. I don't like it cos that's how I get colds when the temperature changes like it has been doing lately. I never know what to wear. I shouldn't have put a jumper on today because it was hot at work - as always. Nowt much doing in the way of work but kept going. Not half as busy as we were last year. We're not getting enough orders to be terribly busy plus the fact that we've had more forwards. AC/DC 'Live' on TV. They were ace!
5th September 1984
Cold again this morning. Not as bad as yesterday though because the sun appeared for a change, to brighten me up! I couldn't believe it when I got to work - the heating was on. Sweltering or what! I'm glad it wasn't on for long because I think it's a terrible waste of money. Starline go on about electricity and telephone bills but I bet the gas one is more than those 2 put together. Honestly, the Directors haven't a clue! Had a hard day & tired!
6th September 1984
Quite 'slack' today at work, not that I was bothered because yesterday wasn't like that at all. Had a look in last years diary tonight and I've since found out that this time last year I was rushed off my feet and there were massive piles to invoice out every day! I hope our bonus won't go down as Jean suggested it would. Depressing thought! Watched TOTP which was shit (nowt new). Went out to Rammy with Wol & Lin & it was like Saturday night. EVERYBODY was in (see tom)....
7th September 1984
...continued! Saw the Junkie 'Happy' who was there ages ago but he only bugged us for about an hour then started on other girls. Then my friend Colin walked in with Paul followed closely by Clive 'Soil' and Dave. What a foursome! Colin looks as though he's bought a new leather with his scheme money. Clive was his usual daft self - in fact I caught with him outside and spoke to him in the Kentucky about this party he was supposed to be having. He wouldn't give me any info cos it looked as though I embarrassed him by his red face. Oh dear (it's that bloody Lin, she talks me into these situations)! Rock Show ace.
8th September 1984
Either going to see 'Police Academy' or 'Purple Rain' with Lisa at the ABC tonight. Got up pretty late. Couldn't be arsed washing my hair so of course I looked a mess. My clothes looked rather divvy as well, not that I'm trying to impress anybody. Bought too much in Town - bought £30 on a jumper, a record and a bangle! Extravagant or what! The LP was 'VOA' by Sammy Hagar and it's ace (should be for £5.99). Meet Lisa to go and see 'Purple Rain' (decided on that when we got there). Music rather good so probably get LP that's by the same name.
9th September 1984
Got up at 12.30 today because Mum didn't bother waking me up. Glad really because this afternoon has been incredibly long and double boring! God, I hate Sundays! For a start, ringing Colin up put me in a right foul mood (about Kiss ticket). He was horrible and it seems obvious to me by the way he was talking that he (and especially Paul) don't really want me to go cos it would spoil their 'plans' i.e. kopping! So I'm gonna ring Colin up tomorrow and tell him he can stuff the Kiss concert up his arse!
10th September 1984
Not at all pleased about getting out of my bed for work. The wind was howling away and I just felt like dying! Anyway, took my leather jacket to work and Shelley is gonna buy it off me for £35 - ace! That will go towards a new one - preferably with tassles on. Everyone says I'll suit one. Kept going at work. Ann told us about her holiday and all these American tourists in the Lakes complaining about the food! Typical! Rang Colin up about Kiss & it's now up to Paul. Couldn't believe it when Clive & 'Angelwitch' Dave came round!!!! Still haven't got over the shock!!!!
11th September 1984
This morning's weather was the dregs I tell yer. Not cold but bloody damp, I'm not used to it! Told everyone about the two mountains coming round last night. God, I come out in a sweat every time I think about it. I'm dreading seeing them in the Rammy Thursday night (that's if Wol & Lin decide to go). Must be calm! Didn't do much until late this afternoon cos I've started doing some more forwards again. Shelley not got £35 till Friday now. Bloody cow!
12th September 1984
First Anniversary of Tibby's death. Poor Woo! Doesn't seem like a year ago that Tib was put down. Time flies, eh? Don't know what we'd be like without cats around. Graham at work hates them. I bet he hasn't even confronted one, the wally! No, mustn't be like that cos he was really good at invoicing out today for the first time. He was only 60-odd pounds out and part of that wasn't even his fault. Wouldn't believe it but Clive and Dave came round yet again so I went out with em to the Windmill to shut 'em up!
13th September 1984
What a naff day at work! The time dragged so much I couldn't believe it. Anybody would think that we'd got nowt to do - but we had quite a bit really. If Diane hadn't have been at work the place would've been as morbid as hell! After work just sat around doing bugger-all and watched naff TOTP. The only decent act on was U2. God, the singer is fit! Went to Rammy with Wol and Lin and Clive & Dave walked in later on & sat with us. Couldn't believe how drunk Wol got!
14th September 1984
Still felt drunk walking to work and didn't recover till about 10am. Mind you, I've been worse - remember the Eyeball (that place Debs goes to every Wed night). I wasn't as bad as that although I did disclose some personal problems about myself that I normally would say nowt about i.e. periods! God knows what came over me but I felt much better for telling somebody & Lin was very understanding & told me not to give up hope. The Fri Rock Show had part of Donington on it. Ace!
15th September 1984
Day didn't start off very wonderfully - just sat around really. But later on went to Town with Gobi to find a decent leather jacket - and eventually bought one for just under £60. It's like the 1st one I bought but it's got press-studs going down the middle instead of a zip. It's red too. Learned from Wol over 'phone that Clive 'loves me.' Can't be doing with him so gave him and Dave the 'KB' when they came round. Went to Lin's and off we went to Rammy in car. Made 1/2 last for ages cos skint. Beautiful Lee from M/Chester was in and talking to him all night. Follow that Wolj!!
16th September 1984
What a pathetic, crap, dull and bloody boring, naff day! Why do I always look forward to days like this and they're ALWAYS disappointments. If I could drive I'd get a car and I'd be absolutely everywhere in it. Not like Linda. She wouldn't even give poor Lee a lift. She kept on going on about how little petrol she had left. God, she went on and on, anyone would think he wanted to go back home to Manchester, the poor lad. Crapped myself every time the door went cos I thought it was Clive after me! I do get into some scrapes don't I?!
17th September 1984
Getting darker in the morning when I get up now - and it's getting harder forcing myself out of bed cos of the dark! Winter's on its way folks! Everyone depressed at work. I know it's Monday but today was worse than usual because no-one was in the mood for working - everything went wrong for a start! Nice way to start the week off, eh? Thought about Lee (from Manchester) a lot. He's got a face similar to Angus Young's - beautiful. Might go to his head if I tell him - not that I think I'll be seeing him. He probably won't remember me anyway.
18th September 1984
Much better morning for getting up because the sun was out. Makes a hell of a difference you know - it's warmer for a start. Didn't put leather on cos too warm. Everyone wearing winter woolies apart from me. Geriatrics or what! Everyone in slightly better moods than yesterday but time still drags. Sick of Shelley getting out of jobs like the post, etc. Avia says she's behind but I was like that loads of times and I had to do practically EVERYTHING! What a mug! Watched lot of telly.
19th September 1984
What a day kids! Full of 'happenings' from start till finish. Loads of forwards to invoice out. Did them all today cos I thought I'd get out of the Reps Post. Not so. I had to do the sealing-up. Shit! I don't know how Sue gets away with it but she does - every week the bugger. Bet she feels guilty though. Diane suggested her, me and Lisa go and see Peter (op on leg in St Annes hospital) on Saturday. Couldn't believe it when she asked us. She'll probably be feeling his leg all the time - the good one that is.
20th September 1984
PISSED OFF! Main event going out to Stanley Arms. Got drenched coming home!
21st September 1984
Didn't see Clive last night cos we purposefully avoided the bad-tempered swine. Apparently, he's not on very good terms with Paul at the moment cos of something he did to Clive's brother's girl - friend at Jilly's in Manchester. Bothering over nowt cos Paul has apologised to the girl anyway for accidentally hitting her nose with a bottle! If Linda had gone that wouldn't have happened. Clive won't have any mates left if he carries on.
22nd September 1984
Quite a good day. Makes a change. Got up pretty late but that didn't matter. Went to Town earlier than usual cos of me, Di and Lisa seeing Peter in hospital later on. Bought tapes, card for Lin and Prince LP for Moi. After 3 Di came round in car (with Lisa) and we saw Peter in South Shore hospital with just a plaster and a sheet covering him (plaster on leg of course)! The poor lad was in agony. Anyway, after we saw him went to a couple of DIY stores, the Hypermarket and Lisa's house. Good day and had a laugh. Weather still naff.
23rd September 1984
Another excruitiatingly boring Sunday to add to my list. Honestly, I'll have to find something to do cos if I don't I'll go insane. Well, there's the tapestry and book to be finished off for a start. I think I'll finish off the Shrine book next week. Exciting, eh?! Can't be worse than brainwashing myself with music (although it is good). Waited around till good film came on later called 'The Champ.' God, I haven't cried like that for ages! Tear-jerking stuff! After that 'film' about a bomb dropping on Sheffield!!!! Totally depressing!
24th September 1984
Using this pen until I buy a new rollerball one. I'll probably get one of those Precise Rollers that have just come out. They look really good. Anyway, enough of that - on to what I've been doing today. Well, for once I kept busy all day and even did some of Lisa's 'splitting' for her. I made sure I had work in front of me cos of Marsden prowling around last week, the fart! Glad today overwith. Went to Wol's later, Lin there too & we all went to the Windmill (watched videos) plus going to the Devonshire Arms (too posh)!
25th September 1984
Weather improved this week. Mustn't speak too soon though because it'll probably rain on Thursday (as it has done for the past two weeks). Today was quite sunny - colder though. Was on two drums today because Lisa off ill. Avia helped which I'm glad about because I've got a lot of work on my drum. Invoicing loads out for October. I reckon it's my biggest pile so for on S-Z drum. It all comes to over £15,000 - usually it's about 5 or 6 - so it's practically double, well, more! At home slouched around till good telly programmes came on.
26th September 1984
Didn't mind getting up this morning because the weather was wonderful - sun shining yet again (not as hot though). Hardly saw a cloud all day. The weathermen reckon this is the start of an Indian Summer! Here's me thinking that winter was here already. God, I never know what to wear because the weather is so changeable. Well, as long as it stops raining for a few days I don't mind what happens. Very busy at work. Got miles more invoices than we usually have cos Calendar work-cards are now on their way over. Mavis didn't marry (or Derek) in the Street. Chickened out!
27th September 1984
Linda's birthday. Must take present round. Dull day but not at all cold. In fact it was bloody hot (indoors that is). Not as much work to do as yesterday. Got most of it done this morning, so I had a chance to natter to Anne, who hates it in that pokey office cos she gets lonely. Aah! She nattered to me this afternoon too cos we were both checking up on my drum to look for naff balances. There weren't as many as I thought there would be. Anyhow, at least it passed the time. Gave Lisa pressy and card which she liked TOTP improvement on last week.
28th September 1984
Write up for new stylus. Did at home later on. Could do with one actually cos the sound not as clear as it was - got to turn volume up more so I can hear it. It's lasted a long time though. At work took things easy seeing as it's my favourite working day. Everyone in good moods but we're all getting more tired now cos of this busy period we've got. Talking of 'periods' I'm 3 days late. I wonder if I'm gonna miss a month out. Wouldn't bother me if it did. I wouldn't mind if I never had one eva again cos I hate em! Donington on radio. Ace.
29th September 1984
Got up at around usual time on a Saturday - about 20 past 11. Thought about going to Town but didn't quite get round to it. Gobi went to Pat Murgatroyd's for me to buy an embroidery set for Wol's birthday on Monday. Nearly a tenner! Thought it would be though cos something like that always costs the earth. Saved £20 not going to Town which will be placed in Halifax next week. Will have £41 - should be £141 really but it's ages since I've saved. Disgusting! Didn't go out tonight.
30th September 1984
Worried about my period not coming late. I should be glad really but this hasn't happened for ages - missing a month out. Never mind, at least, I know that I'm definitely NOT pregnant. I'd probably commit suicide before everyone knew about it. Well, today was its usual naffness. If nuclear war broke out it would be on a Sunday cos they're so bloody depressing. Mind you, I don't fancy going back to work tomorrow. What a drag. R Skinner did Chart & kept cutting em off!!
Not a very nice day for the 1st Sept. Autumn is on its way folks! In fact it rained practically all day. It stopped long enough for me to buy a Snowy White LP but on the way home it rained again - and I had no coat on. It didn't bother me cos it wasn't cold anyway. Played the LP when home and it's really good - should be for £5.49! Just waited around then (after my bath) for Wol & Lin to call for me so we could go to the Rammy. Not very exciting - till Clive, Digger, etc came in.
2nd September 1984
God, was this a boring day or what! I know Sundays are usually terribly boring but today was even worse than usual cos I was on my own (everyone else at Waterloo - he didn't win)! I plucked up enough courage to ring Colin up about Kiss concert at M/chester, seeing as Wol & Lin won't go. He was quite nice about it too cos he said I could go with him & Paul. Ace! Gotta get a ticket now! Wol couldn't believe it when I told her (neither can I). Hope he doesn't change his mind. Went to GPO Club (bored so later went to Rammy).
3rd September 1984
I didn't feel like getting up at all this morning. I refused to believe it was Monday yet again, but of course, I did get up, looked out the window and saw a horrible dark, overcast sky. Nothing like the blue stuff I used to see. Winter's on its way folks. I'll be wearing my leather soon - especially if it keeps raining like it did today. Torrential downpour was an understatement! At work invoiced out amongst other things. Di back & don't we know it! Still can't get thru to M/Chester Apollo.
4th September 1984
It was cold this morning again. I don't like it cos that's how I get colds when the temperature changes like it has been doing lately. I never know what to wear. I shouldn't have put a jumper on today because it was hot at work - as always. Nowt much doing in the way of work but kept going. Not half as busy as we were last year. We're not getting enough orders to be terribly busy plus the fact that we've had more forwards. AC/DC 'Live' on TV. They were ace!
5th September 1984
Cold again this morning. Not as bad as yesterday though because the sun appeared for a change, to brighten me up! I couldn't believe it when I got to work - the heating was on. Sweltering or what! I'm glad it wasn't on for long because I think it's a terrible waste of money. Starline go on about electricity and telephone bills but I bet the gas one is more than those 2 put together. Honestly, the Directors haven't a clue! Had a hard day & tired!
6th September 1984
Quite 'slack' today at work, not that I was bothered because yesterday wasn't like that at all. Had a look in last years diary tonight and I've since found out that this time last year I was rushed off my feet and there were massive piles to invoice out every day! I hope our bonus won't go down as Jean suggested it would. Depressing thought! Watched TOTP which was shit (nowt new). Went out to Rammy with Wol & Lin & it was like Saturday night. EVERYBODY was in (see tom)....
7th September 1984
...continued! Saw the Junkie 'Happy' who was there ages ago but he only bugged us for about an hour then started on other girls. Then my friend Colin walked in with Paul followed closely by Clive 'Soil' and Dave. What a foursome! Colin looks as though he's bought a new leather with his scheme money. Clive was his usual daft self - in fact I caught with him outside and spoke to him in the Kentucky about this party he was supposed to be having. He wouldn't give me any info cos it looked as though I embarrassed him by his red face. Oh dear (it's that bloody Lin, she talks me into these situations)! Rock Show ace.
8th September 1984
Either going to see 'Police Academy' or 'Purple Rain' with Lisa at the ABC tonight. Got up pretty late. Couldn't be arsed washing my hair so of course I looked a mess. My clothes looked rather divvy as well, not that I'm trying to impress anybody. Bought too much in Town - bought £30 on a jumper, a record and a bangle! Extravagant or what! The LP was 'VOA' by Sammy Hagar and it's ace (should be for £5.99). Meet Lisa to go and see 'Purple Rain' (decided on that when we got there). Music rather good so probably get LP that's by the same name.
9th September 1984
Got up at 12.30 today because Mum didn't bother waking me up. Glad really because this afternoon has been incredibly long and double boring! God, I hate Sundays! For a start, ringing Colin up put me in a right foul mood (about Kiss ticket). He was horrible and it seems obvious to me by the way he was talking that he (and especially Paul) don't really want me to go cos it would spoil their 'plans' i.e. kopping! So I'm gonna ring Colin up tomorrow and tell him he can stuff the Kiss concert up his arse!
10th September 1984
Not at all pleased about getting out of my bed for work. The wind was howling away and I just felt like dying! Anyway, took my leather jacket to work and Shelley is gonna buy it off me for £35 - ace! That will go towards a new one - preferably with tassles on. Everyone says I'll suit one. Kept going at work. Ann told us about her holiday and all these American tourists in the Lakes complaining about the food! Typical! Rang Colin up about Kiss & it's now up to Paul. Couldn't believe it when Clive & 'Angelwitch' Dave came round!!!! Still haven't got over the shock!!!!
11th September 1984
This morning's weather was the dregs I tell yer. Not cold but bloody damp, I'm not used to it! Told everyone about the two mountains coming round last night. God, I come out in a sweat every time I think about it. I'm dreading seeing them in the Rammy Thursday night (that's if Wol & Lin decide to go). Must be calm! Didn't do much until late this afternoon cos I've started doing some more forwards again. Shelley not got £35 till Friday now. Bloody cow!
12th September 1984
First Anniversary of Tibby's death. Poor Woo! Doesn't seem like a year ago that Tib was put down. Time flies, eh? Don't know what we'd be like without cats around. Graham at work hates them. I bet he hasn't even confronted one, the wally! No, mustn't be like that cos he was really good at invoicing out today for the first time. He was only 60-odd pounds out and part of that wasn't even his fault. Wouldn't believe it but Clive and Dave came round yet again so I went out with em to the Windmill to shut 'em up!
13th September 1984
What a naff day at work! The time dragged so much I couldn't believe it. Anybody would think that we'd got nowt to do - but we had quite a bit really. If Diane hadn't have been at work the place would've been as morbid as hell! After work just sat around doing bugger-all and watched naff TOTP. The only decent act on was U2. God, the singer is fit! Went to Rammy with Wol and Lin and Clive & Dave walked in later on & sat with us. Couldn't believe how drunk Wol got!
14th September 1984
Still felt drunk walking to work and didn't recover till about 10am. Mind you, I've been worse - remember the Eyeball (that place Debs goes to every Wed night). I wasn't as bad as that although I did disclose some personal problems about myself that I normally would say nowt about i.e. periods! God knows what came over me but I felt much better for telling somebody & Lin was very understanding & told me not to give up hope. The Fri Rock Show had part of Donington on it. Ace!
15th September 1984
Day didn't start off very wonderfully - just sat around really. But later on went to Town with Gobi to find a decent leather jacket - and eventually bought one for just under £60. It's like the 1st one I bought but it's got press-studs going down the middle instead of a zip. It's red too. Learned from Wol over 'phone that Clive 'loves me.' Can't be doing with him so gave him and Dave the 'KB' when they came round. Went to Lin's and off we went to Rammy in car. Made 1/2 last for ages cos skint. Beautiful Lee from M/Chester was in and talking to him all night. Follow that Wolj!!
16th September 1984
What a pathetic, crap, dull and bloody boring, naff day! Why do I always look forward to days like this and they're ALWAYS disappointments. If I could drive I'd get a car and I'd be absolutely everywhere in it. Not like Linda. She wouldn't even give poor Lee a lift. She kept on going on about how little petrol she had left. God, she went on and on, anyone would think he wanted to go back home to Manchester, the poor lad. Crapped myself every time the door went cos I thought it was Clive after me! I do get into some scrapes don't I?!
17th September 1984
Getting darker in the morning when I get up now - and it's getting harder forcing myself out of bed cos of the dark! Winter's on its way folks! Everyone depressed at work. I know it's Monday but today was worse than usual because no-one was in the mood for working - everything went wrong for a start! Nice way to start the week off, eh? Thought about Lee (from Manchester) a lot. He's got a face similar to Angus Young's - beautiful. Might go to his head if I tell him - not that I think I'll be seeing him. He probably won't remember me anyway.
18th September 1984
Much better morning for getting up because the sun was out. Makes a hell of a difference you know - it's warmer for a start. Didn't put leather on cos too warm. Everyone wearing winter woolies apart from me. Geriatrics or what! Everyone in slightly better moods than yesterday but time still drags. Sick of Shelley getting out of jobs like the post, etc. Avia says she's behind but I was like that loads of times and I had to do practically EVERYTHING! What a mug! Watched lot of telly.
19th September 1984
What a day kids! Full of 'happenings' from start till finish. Loads of forwards to invoice out. Did them all today cos I thought I'd get out of the Reps Post. Not so. I had to do the sealing-up. Shit! I don't know how Sue gets away with it but she does - every week the bugger. Bet she feels guilty though. Diane suggested her, me and Lisa go and see Peter (op on leg in St Annes hospital) on Saturday. Couldn't believe it when she asked us. She'll probably be feeling his leg all the time - the good one that is.
20th September 1984
PISSED OFF! Main event going out to Stanley Arms. Got drenched coming home!
21st September 1984
Didn't see Clive last night cos we purposefully avoided the bad-tempered swine. Apparently, he's not on very good terms with Paul at the moment cos of something he did to Clive's brother's girl - friend at Jilly's in Manchester. Bothering over nowt cos Paul has apologised to the girl anyway for accidentally hitting her nose with a bottle! If Linda had gone that wouldn't have happened. Clive won't have any mates left if he carries on.
22nd September 1984
Quite a good day. Makes a change. Got up pretty late but that didn't matter. Went to Town earlier than usual cos of me, Di and Lisa seeing Peter in hospital later on. Bought tapes, card for Lin and Prince LP for Moi. After 3 Di came round in car (with Lisa) and we saw Peter in South Shore hospital with just a plaster and a sheet covering him (plaster on leg of course)! The poor lad was in agony. Anyway, after we saw him went to a couple of DIY stores, the Hypermarket and Lisa's house. Good day and had a laugh. Weather still naff.
23rd September 1984
Another excruitiatingly boring Sunday to add to my list. Honestly, I'll have to find something to do cos if I don't I'll go insane. Well, there's the tapestry and book to be finished off for a start. I think I'll finish off the Shrine book next week. Exciting, eh?! Can't be worse than brainwashing myself with music (although it is good). Waited around till good film came on later called 'The Champ.' God, I haven't cried like that for ages! Tear-jerking stuff! After that 'film' about a bomb dropping on Sheffield!!!! Totally depressing!
24th September 1984
Using this pen until I buy a new rollerball one. I'll probably get one of those Precise Rollers that have just come out. They look really good. Anyway, enough of that - on to what I've been doing today. Well, for once I kept busy all day and even did some of Lisa's 'splitting' for her. I made sure I had work in front of me cos of Marsden prowling around last week, the fart! Glad today overwith. Went to Wol's later, Lin there too & we all went to the Windmill (watched videos) plus going to the Devonshire Arms (too posh)!
25th September 1984
Weather improved this week. Mustn't speak too soon though because it'll probably rain on Thursday (as it has done for the past two weeks). Today was quite sunny - colder though. Was on two drums today because Lisa off ill. Avia helped which I'm glad about because I've got a lot of work on my drum. Invoicing loads out for October. I reckon it's my biggest pile so for on S-Z drum. It all comes to over £15,000 - usually it's about 5 or 6 - so it's practically double, well, more! At home slouched around till good telly programmes came on.
26th September 1984
Didn't mind getting up this morning because the weather was wonderful - sun shining yet again (not as hot though). Hardly saw a cloud all day. The weathermen reckon this is the start of an Indian Summer! Here's me thinking that winter was here already. God, I never know what to wear because the weather is so changeable. Well, as long as it stops raining for a few days I don't mind what happens. Very busy at work. Got miles more invoices than we usually have cos Calendar work-cards are now on their way over. Mavis didn't marry (or Derek) in the Street. Chickened out!
27th September 1984
Linda's birthday. Must take present round. Dull day but not at all cold. In fact it was bloody hot (indoors that is). Not as much work to do as yesterday. Got most of it done this morning, so I had a chance to natter to Anne, who hates it in that pokey office cos she gets lonely. Aah! She nattered to me this afternoon too cos we were both checking up on my drum to look for naff balances. There weren't as many as I thought there would be. Anyhow, at least it passed the time. Gave Lisa pressy and card which she liked TOTP improvement on last week.
28th September 1984
Write up for new stylus. Did at home later on. Could do with one actually cos the sound not as clear as it was - got to turn volume up more so I can hear it. It's lasted a long time though. At work took things easy seeing as it's my favourite working day. Everyone in good moods but we're all getting more tired now cos of this busy period we've got. Talking of 'periods' I'm 3 days late. I wonder if I'm gonna miss a month out. Wouldn't bother me if it did. I wouldn't mind if I never had one eva again cos I hate em! Donington on radio. Ace.
29th September 1984
Got up at around usual time on a Saturday - about 20 past 11. Thought about going to Town but didn't quite get round to it. Gobi went to Pat Murgatroyd's for me to buy an embroidery set for Wol's birthday on Monday. Nearly a tenner! Thought it would be though cos something like that always costs the earth. Saved £20 not going to Town which will be placed in Halifax next week. Will have £41 - should be £141 really but it's ages since I've saved. Disgusting! Didn't go out tonight.
30th September 1984
Worried about my period not coming late. I should be glad really but this hasn't happened for ages - missing a month out. Never mind, at least, I know that I'm definitely NOT pregnant. I'd probably commit suicide before everyone knew about it. Well, today was its usual naffness. If nuclear war broke out it would be on a Sunday cos they're so bloody depressing. Mind you, I don't fancy going back to work tomorrow. What a drag. R Skinner did Chart & kept cutting em off!!
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