I've been doing care work for an un-named agency and it's been a real eye opener.  The work itself is less emotionally distressing then most people think.  I expected bathing and changing continence pads to be very awkward but it's all so matter of fact that I don't think either party are uncomfortable.  The most interesting thing about ti is that it's given me a story idea that's got me more excited than any story in the last five years.  Biggest problem is it requires a degree of comedic wr...
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   Up until now 45 has just been part of the name of one of my favourite book shops.(Page 45, Nottingham)  In 11 days it will be my age.  Now I'll be the first to admit I don't do birthdays well but I have improved over the last 5 years.  My 40th was fun, camping in Somerset, and each subsequent year my lovely wife has managed to make memorable.  45 has caught me out though and I'm freaking a little.  I have a 10 month old son and I realised I'm going to be pushing 50 when he starts school, m...
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