Kicking off.

That's what's happening in my house right now anyway.  In other news, my O.C. boxset came today and it's incredible.  It's like a book with DVDs in it.  

I really want to start writing my book soon, will start researching and blogging ideas to help me mull things over.  Circuits today was really good and I'm not as unfit and I imagined.  A sports bra and proper sports gear are on my shopping list though.

Over and out.

Rowing mainly.

Surprise surprise, I've failed to update this recently, therefore I have much to report from the last week and a half - it has been mad, I've done so many things that I'd never normally do and that have thrown me so far out of my 'comfort zone'. However, the most important event in my view is my new found interest in Rowing.

Monday was my first day back in Uni and I started my new job on Tuesday, which I was dreading and was terrified but it was so good and everyone was so friendly. After work Dannie dragged me to a meeting for the Rowing club - anyone who knows me well knows how much this is not my thing AT ALL and how ridiculous it is that I'd even go to a meeting. However, I sat through it and actually thought, you know what? I'm going to row.

This morning I woke up early for my first session on the water absolutely petrified. I had no trainers, no clothes even remotely sporty and 10 minutes before I was due to leave was sat on the end of my bed practically weeping, thinking everybody would bully me, that I'd fall in the water and that I'd hate every second of it. A few moments later I spotted my copy of 'Yes Man' and I thought come on R.B. woman up, even if you are wearing all the wrong clothes surely it would be a good idea to show your face and get to know people. So I went. I spotted some fellow rowers on the walk from my house to the Brookhouse who assured me my clothes were fine (although this same chap told me he was petitioning for a 'bright and tight' outfit for the girls which made me somewhat uneasy) and for those who know anything about rowing the shoes are already in the boat. Met some really great people and everyone was so friendly and encouraging even though I was pretty dire. Being out on the water was incredible: sublime weather, really picturesque (once Runcorn was out of sight) and although I am an absolute novice I wasn't made to feel like that as it was such a friendly crew. Circuit training tomorrow and AU night on Wednesday should be pretty sweet.

One of the best days I've had in ages and who knows, next year I might not just be boozing at Henley :D

Peace x

In the beginning...

I always said I'd never start blogging, and I doubt anyone will ever read this, but for the friends that I don't want to leave behind, I intend to write updates on my mundane life. I am terrible at keeping in good contact with people, and when I do I forget the important things; the things that need to be said. Nothing too heavy, just a kind of tacit agreement to be kept, and to keep people, 'In the Loop'.

Talking of 'In the Loop'. I bought the DVD ages ago as a gift for someone and watched it again today. Truly brilliant film. Armando Iannucci fans need to get on this. Fame tonight with Michael et al, taking a break from gatecrashing freshers' events is surely one of my better ideas? Not sure what the weekend will hold; freshers' fair on Sunday - helping Chloe run the Labour Students stall, oh and Sarah is moving in tomorrow. Hopefully it will prove more productive than today which has been spent in bed licking my wounds from last night.

Oh, I have a job at Tesco. World's easiest hours. I'm only in Uni 4 1/2 hours a week and my room is looking pretty sweet after my DIY adventures (photos to follow). Thus far, life and Liverpool are going well, but I miss my grandma, Bry and all my friends. Weekends away from the Antelope with Sally and Bry are going to be painful.

All my love,

Ruth x

P.s. OC seasons 1-4 limited edition box set and Curb series 1-6 box set should be arriving tomorrow.