Umm...

Finally my sleep pattern is sorted out (I hope). I'm managing to get up at 9am every morning, which is my target. Been feeling tired during the day, as my body is not used to the sudden phase shift, but after about a week I'm starting to feel vaguely human again.
The discipline in getting up early is harder because I've absolutely no obligations, no places to go, nothing to do. I'm feeling generally bored at the moment, but usually can find enough to occupy myself with during the day.

Saw the 2nd Euro 2004 semi final last night, and it wasn't a bad game - pretty evenly matched. It was a surprise for Greece to go through. I got another surprise when Monica came into the living room to watch the entire game with me. She is a really nice girl, if a bit negative (and a bit invisible) at times - so would you be if you were doing a PHD in Palestinian studies! She moved out the flat for good today, so it's 2 down - 2 to go. Just me left, and Franky - whom I haven't seen in a long time. I couldn't believe my luck when Monica offered me her TV and video for free. After some thought, she then said I could have them for £20 - bargain. It's a good TV as well: Sony 21", Nicam stereo. Nice one, Monica! Now I can watch the Euro final (on Sunday) on the "big screen".

Today I went into town with the intention of going to the cinema. However, there was nothing on that I fancied. Was considering "Troy", but I just know it will be typical cheesy cliched Hollywood fare. However, I may go and see it tomorrow, as I heard it wasn't that bad.

Also had a brief look at digital cameras, but was initially daunted by the massive selection. Going in tomorrow to have a more thorough look, with the intent of purchasing one. Been wanting one for ages, and still have enough left from my student loan to get a decent one.

When I was down in the Wick, got some good news regarding my uncle. He'd had a heart valve operation and has recently had an irregular heartbeat, and as a consequence has to take it easy. He went for a consultation with a surgeon in Edinburgh, believing he would have to go through a procedure called "cardioversion" - this involves stopping the heart with an electric shock and then allowing it to restart itself into it's natural rhythm. However, he was told that he would not need the procedure and should recover naturally. A bit of good news.

My current plan involves attending the graduation ceremony on Thursday, and then going up to visit my uncle up north, for a few days. After that, I hope to go to Barcelona to see my sister, who has a flat there, for a while.