Eclipse and then

Even prettier this morning on the eastern horizon. It looked washed and clear, surface etchings sharp after dawn. I like morning moons.

I haven't slept well, my body feels like it's burning and my muscles ache. It will be great to see people at Maelstrom (http://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/rules/rules.asp?NavID=9) , but the truth is, part of me is still thinking about work. I was offered 4 shows this week which I didn't take cos I'm back oop narth; that's a lot of money and much needed practice thrown away simply for being in the wrong place. One consolation is that my eyes look so tired, it's better if I do less shows now and 'feel' brighter later in the month; at least the audience won't get sick of my friendly fizzog babbling at them. Another more convincing thought is that I get to hang out with loads of excellent chums and act like a complete fool all weekend.

There's too much on my mind, and sleep just won't come. Gerald, my dear, you are in my thoughts.

Time for coffee.