Monday Morning 9Am
The clock has just ticked around to 9am. I’m sitting in the heart of Heathrow Airport in London, a few yards away from one of the departures boards. My fligh...
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Miserable
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Missing A Day
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An Unexpected Movie Night
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First Eye Test In 5 Years
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Going Out Out
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In Need Of The Weekend
Step away from the keyboard. Just step away from the keyboard. For a few minutes. Those are the words I find myself repeating - to myself. Take a break. Walk...