3:45am Alarms and Remembering Why We Do This Job

Hello, you lovely lot…

Another Monday. AGAIN.

​Honestly, they come round a bit quick sometimes!

  • ​Last week I was absolutely done in.
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  • Fully cooked.
  • Brain like mushy peas.
  • And of course… I had two onsite days with eye-watering early starts to look forward to.

​At the time? Dreading it.
In hindsight? Loved every minute.
Although the 3:45am alarm can still get straight in the bin.

​Two events, two smooth shows, and some lovely faces I’ve not seen in ages.
That “ohhh THIS is why we do this job” feeling kicked right back in.

​And I learned a few things… about the business… and about myself.
But that’s a story for another Monday.

Perspective

​The journey home from day one in London? Absolute carnage.

Trains cancelled, complete chaos.

​But the reason was grim – someone had jumped in front of a train.

​And honestly… when that happens, I can’t get annoyed.
Imagine being in such a dark place that that feels like your best option.
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Puts everything into perspective really, doesn’t it?

Meanwhile…

​DOUGAL HAS DREADLOCKS!

Yes.
My dog has dreadlocks.

Actual matted chunks of fur like a tiny canine Bob Marley.

And, entirely my fault – I haven’t kept up with the endless brushing.
And now he won’t let me anywhere near him with scissors.

  • I feel bad for him.
  • I feel bad for me.
  • And mostly… I fear the judgement of next week’s groomer.

And of course, because the universe loves a giggle, it’s been a few wet weeks of sideways rain.
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But there is something quite therapeutic about getting drenched, then collapsing on the sofa with a soggy dog who smells faintly of fox.

My dog has dreadlocks.

The lodger hunt begins again…

Yes, it’s that time again.

Finding a lodger is like crewing an event – you don’t just want someone available… you want the right someone who won’t drive you up the wall.

Wish me luck.

And if you know anyone…

A softer Maverick moment…

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Not much deep wisdom from me today – it’s been a reflective week.

​It must be the calm before the twinkly Christmas chaos!

​I’m soaking it up while it lasts.

​But one final question…

Have you put your Christmas decorations up yet?

Can you beat early November?

I have a friend who goes straight from Halloween to Christmas decorations!

​And if you are planning ahead?

Last-minute or well ahead of time…

Freelancers. Found. Fast.

Ping me a message and I’ll get it sorted.

Call or WhatsApp: 07764 460008

Email: jill@maverickesc.com

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