I could see all the way down the road for my bedroom window. It was getting towards the time we'd agreed that he would pick me up. I waited eagerly for a glimpse of his car. I'd spent a while getting ready. Trying to choose the right outfit. I'd settled on a long sleeved blue … Continue reading A year in moments #23 – the waiting
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A year in moments #21 – Hellraiser
Do you ever have those moments where someone reminds you of something and you have no recollection? Today was one of those times. On a video call this morning, my friend Rachel reminded me of a story from when we were teenagers. Back when we were about 15, apparently I wanted to watch the film … Continue reading A year in moments #21 – Hellraiser
A year in people #3 – TR
There was a boy. Let's call him TR. We were 13, or maybe 12. That awkward age where someone asks someone else to be their boyfriend/girlfriend and that's it, you're Going Out. Which at that age (back in my day), consisted of nothing more but awkward (if not silent) conversation, hanging out together with the … Continue reading A year in people #3 – TR