August we must. We must August.
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I have been doing a retrospective since October 2023 as a way to reflect on the month, and for you to get insight into my life in a calmer, gentler way than looking at reels of me walking the dog, or of every meal I’ve eaten posted on Instagram. This is a self-contained retrospective, designed to keep distractions from social media at bay. It doubles as a personal diary, allowing me to reflect and perhaps find amusement in retrospect. I think readers might find it intriguing to explore the daily life of an artist. I would love insights into Tracey Emin’s daily routines, the meals she enjoys, and her everyday activities.
August, let’s go…
Aug 1
I met with a couple of friends for a drink at our local Brazilian café. We love it here!
Aug 2
This needs no words, A friend sent it today:
Aug 3
Sunflower picking on a stunning summer’s day in the English countryside. What more do I need to say?
I published this Substack today…
Aug 4
A cold can of Guinness on a warm, summer’s day wearing my Christmas pyjamas. I’m not weird.
Aug 5
If you missed it…
and…
I drew a friend about 3 years ago and he’s finally got it hung on his wall.
Aug 6
Opened the Snoop Dog wine today. It’s pretty good! You can also video message him, I might just do that after drinking my next bottle. *HIC!*
Aug 7
Go on, give yourself the permission that you’ve been waiting for someone else to give you!
Aug 8
My new Crocs.
Aug 9
We had the best time at Messy Monkeys today. The lava was made from passata. Passata lava.
Aug 10
I wrote about having new Crocs 🥱
Aug 11
My neighbour’s cat is so cute. We would have cats but my wife is allergic.
Aug 12
Homemade Gyros. No words are needed.
Aug 13
I told an old friend that he looked like Max Headroom today (A blast from the past, remember him?)
Aug 14
I have been reflecting on my mother’s last day.
Aug 15
Updating my website, here are some of the pieces I added.
Aug 16
I have been updating my website again with all of the latest work. I came across this painting of my late mum which I have grown fond of. Someone bought it back in 2021.
Aug 17
Weekly art practice of said week…
Aug 18
Down in Kent visiting family! We ordered a huge Chinese takeaway, I sat with my toddler as she threw chicken balls at me.
Aug 19
Down in Kent visiting family part 2! I would love a holiday home down there, UNIVERSE, CAN YOU HEAR ME?!!!
Aug 20
Today, a new whistle and flute was ordered for my skin and blister’s upcoming wedding! I have put on A LOT of weight!
Aug 21
I posted this Substack today…
Aug 22
We visited the in-laws today and had some lovely food. The fan belt fell off the car about 20 minutes away from their house, making an almighty racket! I thought the car was done for! Thankfully, the AA were fantastic and fitted it quickly after my father-in-law managed to find a new belt just in time. Thank you!
Aug 23
Happy Friday. A friend posted this on our WhatsApp group. I designed the t-shirts for his Stag do back in 2011. It feels like such a long time ago now, oh how life has changed in 13 years!
Aug 24
I took my 19-month-old daughter to an open swimming session yesterday. It’s the first time I’ve let her go with armbands on. She loved it! The swimming pool is in a big glass dome so it’s always lovely and warm!
I’ve been taking her swimming since she was 1 partially driven by my dislike fear of water as a child. I only taught myself to swim at 26!
Aug 25
On a sunny Sunday, we met friends for a pub lunch. I had a delicious Southern fried chicken burger and chips. Sorry, no photos of food here.
Aug 26
Bank holiday Monday in the UK. T’was a relaxing one with the family.
Aug 27
On my first day back in ‘Le travail quotidien’ after a few hours, it feels like I’ve not been off work. Whether that is a good thing or not, I do not know.
Aug 28
A photo from the bank holiday lunch 😀
Aug 29
My ‘For no good reasonable’ DVD has arrived. recommended that I watch it, and I couldn’t find it on any streaming services! So, I am bringing back the DVD. I’ve bought a new DVD player and I’m going to start building a collection of especially 80s and 90s films!
Aug 30
1/2 day at work today, then went for a BBQ with one of my oldest friends Lee. I’ve known him for 38 years! and I am only 42.
Aug 31
Set up my SLART shop at Swindon Hub today, check it out!
I hope you’ve had a wonderful August too.
Love to you all,
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