right, about time for another update methinks. And yes, it's lunch time so you can't go getting me into trouble that easy!

diet has ended. Mainly due to lack of chocolate. After all these work trips, I've been left with barely anything to eat (chips and pies at the last inspection), a backlog of ironing and a flat that is getting VERY dusty (not to mention the smell!).

Ooh - haven't told you about my holiday. Well, Dublin was fantastic. Went to a museum which had a real preserved body in it from centuries ago (it was preserved in a peat bog). Also learnt lots about the history of Ireland - like the beginnings of the Republic. Started in Canada - didn't know that.

Architecture in places was lovely, I did like the Georgian district. And the restaurants were nice too. Lots of stuff I'd eat, but Trace is a little fussier than me! We also went over to Malahide castle. Which actually had lots to do with Oliver Cromwell and the English civil war. Again, very interesting. Though the tour was pretty pathetic, it was informative and enjoyable.

The ferry journey to/from Dublin was good. Tracy's first time on a ferry and she coped well with the rather rough trip there. Though the trip back was a lot calmer. Shame we couldn't go outside, I would've loved to look at the stars. Oh well.

Next time I go on hols, it's gonna be by plane. Noticed ryanair do flights usually for £1. Sometimes a lot less. even free in some cases. But airport tax needs to be added. Usually around £10 per person per flight. But still a damn sight cheaper than ferry tickets! Also lots quicker and you don't have to stop up all night.

I won't expose the gaping security holes I've noticed when I've been on my travels. But it's worried and, to an extent, disappointed me. Oh well, may write a letter to gov't about it. Let them know. But that'll have to be once I have a spare 20 minutes or so. Which is rare just lately. Glad the xmas break is comin up. I need it!

Work is going well. I feel I'm making good progress.

If there's one annoyance that spells out this week at work it's not being able to find what you ruddy well know exists.

That said, it's time to get on with me work. Want me project to be finished before xmas. Wish me luck!