July 06, 2012 at 02:16PM

The contact form should be back up and running, apologies for the downtime.

Despite the tremendous downpour - which was truly awesome! - I got a terrific amount done today.

Typical! I get a week off - make plans, and then injure myself lifting machinery. Pass the Deepheat!

Stringent security now that the Olympic Teams have arrived at BC. Body-scanned both in and out!

A super evening at the Theatre - Alan Ayckbourn's Relatively Speaking was laugh out loud hilarious!

Packed and ready for Northampton tomorrow. It's an outside venue so I hope the weather is kind.

I am lucky to be working in a warm and comfortable environment - a day full of patriotic pride!

I can really recommend The Sailmakers Arms (on The Quay) for a fabulous meal and a stunning view.

Looking forward to a fascinating evening with Fergus Roy and Betty Davenport tomorrow.

Took delivery of our latest "bit of kit". Really thrilled as it will make a considerable difference.

A bold and energetic production of Jekyll and Hyde tonight which left me pleasantly impressed.

Relaxing with an ice cold drink and watching our Olympic hopefuls sculling on the river.

Packed and ready to go for The English Institute of Sport Dinners at Sheffield tomorrow and Sunday.

Sutton Cheyney this afternoon; one can see for miles on a day like today. Working with steam again!

Had to work quite late recently on a "project" but I'm back in harness now! Sheffield this weekend.

It at times like this that I fully appreciate why I do what I do, but I really need a massage now!

Office day - invoices and contracts. Two hours in the gym first thing this morning.

Very rewarding evening at KuH on Thursday - not back home until 2am but I now have curd cheese cake!

A very pleasant ladies Masonic luncheon today for fifty people at the Howe and Charnwood Lodge.

Chester on Friday, Liverpool Saturday and Crewe Hall (If you haven't been, you must go!) today.

Don't you just love it when everything just falls into place - and when you least expect it to!

The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas by LAOC was a triumph of enthusiasm over talent last night. NTBR

Received the photographs from the V & S Dinner at the Marriott Hotel - truly original and fabulous.

Filming tomorrow. An idiot can face a crisis; it's daily living that wears you out! Chekhov

Missed Lee Smith's lecture due to illness; not mine I may add. Recommend Mark Forsyth's Etymologicon.

A poignant reminder of my dad today. The crocuses he planted before he died have come into bloom.

Cousin J dropped in today - She'd been staying with my uncle and cousin in New Zealand for 6 weeks.

Bought the new double Techno House Dance Trance CD. Early morning Gym session was - awesome !!

Enjoyed the Theatre last night, heartening to see a full house. Lunched at The Ferrers today.

Appointment with my surgeon yesterday. The prognosis is excellent - his words not mine! Smiley face!

Starting an exciting new commission for M next week. I anticipate it should take about a fortnight.

I wrote your name in the sand . . . .
Unknown author

Finished reading Ann Featherstone's book, "The Newgate Jig" last night - truly dreadful !

Booked to see Alan Bennett's "The History Boys" on Saturday. Should be fun; and deliciously laconic!

Collating the post production notes in preparation for next weeks meeting. Posted contract schedule.

Cards back from the Printer today for "I'll leave you now!" Packaged the effect ready to perform.

Thanks J for today it was just the tonic I needed and it's reassuring to find a like mind - scarey!!

Spoke at length with R about the psychology, core reasoning and construction of a random die force.

Not a willing patient - still it's given me time to work on props. Back for a check up in ten days.

Details from Gianluca of Dante Alighieri for the Carnevale Evening at Woodhouse Eaves on the 26th.

Spent one and a half hours in surgery; have to take it easy now for a while - as if!

In for further surgery tomorrow afternoon so my SanDisk is on charge and I've chosen my tracks.

I've decided to revisit "Card Stab" after unearthing a superb knife that Elinor bought me years ago.

My Flea Circus is a "Masterpiece" writes Martin. High praise from the Tees Master of Fleas.

Enjoying having the time to "stop and stare" - but not in a weird way!

Client meeting today - now just settling down with a glass to Simon Hoggart's new political history.

I believe in fairies, myths and dragons. They all exist; if only in your mind.

I accepted (graciously!) some considerable acclaim last night for my close-up work. Corinthians 15.

Non semper ea sunt qua videntur!

Just back from London with some super photographs from the HFI Dinner at the Grosvenor House Hotel.

Sincere thanks to the staff at Lloyds Bank who were instrumental in me getting back up and running.

Hull - the worst curry, served by the most surly waiter imaginable. A truly depressing city!

Being left without credit cards has really put the mockers on my affairs - it's a lesson learned!

Had my credit card stolen from the cash point today by an accomplished gang of Eastern Europeans.

Tying up loose threads before I go away. Managed to get to the gym though - double session! Ouch!

Magic Circle supper next week and I booked in for three nights for some well deserved R & R!

Finished my accounts for the Tax Year thanks to Richard loading MS Money on my new computer.

A successful conclusion to a hectic yet thoroughly productive day - and it's only 1 am! Tea vicar?

Kingston first thing tomorrow, then straight back to finish my Tax Return which must be in Friday!

The place is not the same after twelfth night - like the ghost of Christmas past.

First day back in the gym - sine labore nihil!

Thank you for the Christmas cards, presents and New Year messages - they are all much appreciated.

Late local booking meant I was able to see the New Year at Oaks in Charnwood. What a vantage point!