Slump

I was doing well not long ago - I'd received the certificate for professional writing and editing at the nearby TAFE, which is an educational institution here in Australia, if you don't know.

I was supposed to continue the course by doing the diploma, and I did start it, but unfortunately we changed campus as the one in the city was undergoing construction.

This new campus was difficult to get to for me, transport wise. And only a few months into the diploma portion of the course, I stopped.

And so began my slump. Since I stopped studying, I've rarely left the house, except when necessary, such as blood tests. And last year my father passed away.

It would be more accurate to say that I rarely left my bed. I have a Samsung Galaxy tablet, and a Nintendo Switch, and those never leave my side from morning to night. I'm living the life.

I began to neglect myself. My personal hygiene. The other day I showered, and I can't remember the last one I had. My hair is dirty and caked with dandruff, and my diet is awful...

I had a blood test this morning. Normally I'd go to the pathology lab in person, but for the past year I've been receiving in home visits. The lady who came is so lovely though. To be honest, I've got a crush on her.

What does that have to do with this piece? Nothing really.

I just felt like writing something, I suppose because it makes me feel a bit more productive. At least I'm not just playing video games or watching streamers play video games on Twitch.

I would like to go back to TAFE, but I don't think my family can afford it currently. There are cheaper writing courses available elsewhere, which I'm considering.

There was a massive thunderstorm last night. I enjoyed it. They help me relax.