Yearbook: 1996 The Lost Journal:
A GLIMPSE INTO THE PAST

I've kept a journal for most of my life, a constant companion through the years. Sadly, many of those journals have been lost to time, but I've managed to salvage a few fragments. These recovered entries offer a peek into moments of my past, raw and unfiltered.

Recommence
1st October

After a long hiatus, I've decided to pick up my journal again. It's good therapy, something I desperately need right now. There's a lot of tension at home. Harley isn't sleeping, Morticia is exhausted, and to top it all off, they both have colds. I feel helpless, knowing I have to get to bed early for work while they're struggling.

Not Fair
3rd October

Morticia has been complaining about how awful her life is. I know she's home a lot, but honestly, I think she has it better than I do. I barely get out once a fortnight. This week, she's going out four times! Next week, it's three! It just doesn't seem fair.

Late Taking Over
8th October

I inadvertently ran a bit late for my bus. Dave Merton, the other driver, seemed to take it personally. He just huffed and walked off without giving me a chance to explain. Some people!

Debt Collectors
14th October

A letter arrived this morning from a debt collection agency, claiming I owed £15 to the company where I bought those collectible Star Trek plates years ago. Morticia is going to call them today to sort it out.

 

Update: Morticia spoke to them, and it turns out it has nothing to do with me at all! It was something my Dad ordered. The worry is finally over. What a relief.

Hard Times
20th October

Life feels unnecessarily hard right now. Morticia is depressed, and I'm at a loss for what to do. Nothing I try seems to make her happy, and that's all I want.

Guy Fawkes Night
5th November

I'm incredibly stressed. I always assumed settling down would make life easier, not harder. The worst part is that all this worry feels completely unnecessary. I have a secure job (not great, but you can't have everything), I live with the love of my life, and we have a beautiful daughter we both adore.

Morticia had a job interview the other day for an office position at the Co-op Dairy on Bellhouse Road. She says she doesn't want it, but she'll probably take it because we need the money.

Job Offer
6th November

Morticia was offered the Co-op job this morning. She's currently weighing her options. I really hope she takes it, though I'm a bit concerned about the childcare arrangements.