I'll Know My Name As It's Called Again

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I had a chance encounter with Nick Grimshaw at the Urban Outfitters in Oxford Street yesterday. I was there for an interview and decided to browse stores afterwards and he appeared on the scene. I had a similar situation with Alex Turner from the Arctic Monkeys last year, I passed him in Shoreditch and I refer to this as there must be a standard protocol with celebrities. If any unwanted attention is received use your mobile phone as cover! I wonder how many times daily they have to implement this procedure. These people look like they recognise me so I'm reaching for my handset to defuse any confrontation. Admittedly on both occasions the hairstyle of choice has been based on the before mentioned celebrities appearance so probably a factor. I have friends that have quite an appetite for Nick Grimshaw's and wanted to capture the moment but he had other ideas.

Several hours passed and I received the news that I hadn't been successful for the position that I had applied. I was disappointed as I felt that the interview went very well and it was a position that I knew I would enjoy because it was social media focused. I also found out that I wouldn't be entertaining my children this weekend.

London beckoned but it wasn't songs about money, instead Elephant & Castle was the destination for a nautical themed adventure. The Coronet Theatre hosted Together Season One - Week 3, featuring Reverend and The Makers, The Maccabees, Golden Silvers, Mumford And Sons, The Invisible, Beans on Toast, Daisy Dares You, King Charles, Queens of Noize, Josh Weller, Gaggle, BABE SHADOW, Merok Records, Nick Grimshaw and Smash DJs.

The organisation wasn't exactly the greatest but we were eventually on the train, vodka, energy and drinking games for the journey. This involved multiple choice questions about topics from the magazines discarded around our seating area. David Haye became a popular topic and our friend made the journey with questions about the boxer, I now feel that I know more about David Haye than many of his close friends and family members! We arrived at the venue early and having made our intentions clear on the dance floor, the stage was set for a memorable night.

Ahoy Radio 1's elusive Nick Grimshaw, he may have avoided any attempt at an introduction earlier but wasn't going to happen again. Although after this latest effort I'm expecting a restraining order in the post as I almost pulled him down the stairs.

There were inflatable Finding Nemo's and Seagulls in the venue, I made these a primary objective and the tilllate.com cameraman was clearly impressed with our enthusiasm. There was quite a crowd at this point and we divided our time between the two main rooms. Gaggle and Nick Grimshaw's DJ set were definitely eventful!! Will Young enjoyed himself too much, it became severely distorted for everyone though; fuelled by alcohol, face paint and Barn dancing. Although Nick Grimshaw disappeared from the showpiece, his group remained and Henry Holland reciprocated our advances. With our expanded party of revellers, I was later informed that Orlando from the Maccabees had joined in with our antics. At this point and with the evening almost reaching conclusion I attempted to gatecrash the area occupied by Mumford & Sons. I succeeded and although I wanted to request Galway Girl (P.S I Love You) I became too intrigued by a remote projector and participated in projecting this onto everyones clothing! I didn't get the request fulfilled but I managed to dance with my partner until our feet hurt. Another amazing night and still had change for the bus journey home...

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Two For Joy?

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I felt positive today, I had two interviews and both have requested that I return tomorrow for a full day's work experience. I should be confident but they were too easy and both interviews appeared similar in structure. Another reason that I have doubt is because there were so many people being interviewed that it was like a production line. The first place I was in a room with another person also being asked questions and about previous experience and background! Although I have doubts I'm going to commit to the work experience tomorrow as I could gain valuable knowledge that could prove vital in my quest for work. Plus I may actually like the role and be accepted, I shall update with the outcome...

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The Monkey's Out Of The Bottle Now

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The monkey's out of the bottle now!

That's one of my favourite quotes from the movie Pineapple Express, just like a confused Dale Denton I'm also questioning the priniciple of a few matters. I don't know why many feel that certain elements need to be constantly justified but the shoes fit and we're wearing them sugar.

I have many questions about matters that should be considered important but I choose to take a backseat. Not because this is an approach I like but because in some instances it's better to adopt that method. Building relationships with peers doesn't work when you have an immovable object, especially when the object encounters another immovable object. Anyway enough with the encrypted terminology, today I went to the park with my partner. Mainly for the humour and to also sit under the trees and predict what will take place in the summer. What's your plans for the next few months?

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London Beckoned Songs About Money

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I travelled into Central London today, the objective to take the job search mobile. I expected this to provide significantly more opportunities but instead I spent the majority of time applying for roles through the iPhone. The battery life on the handset isn't the greatest and I soon reached the 20% remaining milestone. Can that even be referred to as a milestone?!

I visited a few agencies but wasn't overly confident anything would materialise from the conversations. I covered a decent distance and obtained a detailed list of recruitment agencies in the area which was useful. I'm probably going to commit to applying for roles via the Internet for the foreseeable future as I receive more feedback and agencies appear to favour this method!! I retired for the afternoon after strolling down the Southbank consumed by thoughts of summer and the desire to secure another role quickly...

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What's Up With You, Hermione?

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I travelled to my partners yesterday as there was a private party taking place. I arrived around midnight and there was distinct competition for music, we're both influenced by the Indie scene as it's not about repetitive generic music, it's not about repetitive generic music.. We already have quite a 'soundtrack' associated to our relationship, several of these tracks from gigs that we have attended and artists that we have followed! We made sure to dictate the order of play! The night was good, the bathroom scene was epic but what would Hermione Granger say about the finale? Today is Mothering Sunday, my son wrote a touching message in his card for his mother, it made me have sad face! We started the morning with a visit to the café which could have been better organised but we managed to reach the destination without incident. The morning contained plenty of action, I'm sure I heard mention that a boat was heard but sounds made up. Good times!

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..Falling With Style

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I promised the children several weeks ago that we would experience the thrill of ice skating together for the first time. Tonight presented the ideal opportunity and after we met my partner and left a personal message from them to her sister we headed to the Ice Bowl in Gillingham. Friday at the Ice Bowl is the Junior Disco, basically skating to music which is played through the sound system.

Although I felt that my son would become disinterested, he gave ice skating a good effort and as the evening progressed he became more confident. My daughter was strong from the offset, especially as she skated in the opposite direction to everyone else!! She reminded me of the character Helena Bonham Carter plays in Fight Club navigating through the traffic. Not that I can be critical as I borrowed from Buzz Lightyear "..falling with style!" My partner had obvious experience, backwards skating, travelling at speed and although I attempted to compete, I just went into the barriers!!! Afterwards we liaised with her sister and the night progressed from there into fancy dress and party games...

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Where We're Going We Don't Need Wheels

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I resigned from work yesterday, I felt that my time at the company had finally met it's conclusion. It was a difficult decision but one that has been on my shoulders for a while. My friend took the same route last year after he became disorientated and advised many times that I should consider the same approach.

Today was that fateful day and I have an empty feeling inside but also relief that I have taken the first steps. I admit that at times I felt disappointed by the direction and that for the last 18 months I haven't really made any significant progression. There were limited opportunities and not enough to feel that I should commit any more time. I want to move into marketing and digital media, distance from a primary role of telephone support and have the opportunity to travel. I'm just hoping that I don't live to regret walking away without another role but I feel this will provide the chance to commit to finding the right position. Thank you Barclays for the last five years, I enjoyed working there and appreciated the support of the people that became my family. I'm sure that we will stay in touch!

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