On this fine evening in East London, I find myself in Newbury Park, staying at my new colleague Laura’s spanking brand new apartment that she shares with another RAD colleague, Claire. I have to admit that I’m jealous. They have a lovely apartment with an ensuite bathroom to the master bedroom and a normal bathroom as well. All carpet is new, and Claire has brought her furniture over from her boyfriend’s house which matches the decor perfectly.

It’s been a great evening, socialising with RAD staff and Laura, Claire and Andrew’s partners. We’ve had a few laughs; banned ourselves from talking about RAD, and if we did, then we had to drink a shot of Southern Comfort. I fell prey to these scheme, but at least I wasn’t Claire, who had to drink three shots. Andrew and Andy got away with their gaffs cos they were driving!

Anyway, best be off. Need to be up early for a shower and a bacon sarnie, plus team meeting at Chelmsford tomorrow. Nite.