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Ugh, there's nothing like European elections to bring out the crazies. 17 parties on my ballot paper, half of whom I've never heard of and couldn't figure out a thing about. Also (a) the Christian party, who want to bring Jesus to everyone (did I move to America without noticing, no offence? I thought we had the whole politics over here, religion over there thing sorted) and (b) the BNP. In my area, which is something like 48% BME. I mean, in a way I almost admire their optimism, but seriously. I wouldn't be holding my breath, if I was them.
On the other hand, the woman in front of me was in her thirties, probably, British-Asian and not ver fluent in English and voting for the first time. Which was pretty cool - she and her kids were really excited about it.
I just went swimming - got the afternoon off because my community centre is being a polling station and I'm not allowed to set foot in it - and now I just want to curl up and go to sleep. No energy left. Sadly, I have to go to class this evening, so no going to sleep. Sigh.
On the bright side - two weeks, one day and I'm on *holiday*. Actual real, chill out, go away to the seaside holiday. The last time I had an actual holiday was four years ago (although I've had time off work, obviously, it's been to do things, like help at the lit fest or go to a writing course, all of which were good fun but not restful). Also, it will be my first holiday all on my own. Everyone gives me pitying looks when I say that, but actually, I can't wait.
On the other hand, the woman in front of me was in her thirties, probably, British-Asian and not ver fluent in English and voting for the first time. Which was pretty cool - she and her kids were really excited about it.
I just went swimming - got the afternoon off because my community centre is being a polling station and I'm not allowed to set foot in it - and now I just want to curl up and go to sleep. No energy left. Sadly, I have to go to class this evening, so no going to sleep. Sigh.
On the bright side - two weeks, one day and I'm on *holiday*. Actual real, chill out, go away to the seaside holiday. The last time I had an actual holiday was four years ago (although I've had time off work, obviously, it's been to do things, like help at the lit fest or go to a writing course, all of which were good fun but not restful). Also, it will be my first holiday all on my own. Everyone gives me pitying looks when I say that, but actually, I can't wait.