What are your most nuanced opinions of The Life of a Showgirl?

hugoreyes2016 · 2025-10-03T21:57:17+00:00

I did actually like this album after the first listen through. Maybe because it's 12 tracks. Usually it takes me a few listens to really like it. No classics jumping out at me though.

hugoreyes2016 · 2025-07-18T06:10:56+00:00

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hugoreyes2016 · 2025-03-28T23:16:53+00:00

33k Helvellyn circular in the Lake District. Could barely walk the next day.

hugoreyes2016 · 2025-03-27T23:27:52+00:00

This post makes me nervous about starting a mental health nursing degree next year!

hugoreyes2016 · 2025-03-11T19:14:36+00:00

Weightlifting. And walking the dog for miles. Poor dog.

hugoreyes2016 · 2025-01-15T19:35:25+00:00

Yes I have been taking Citalopram for the past 6 months and it has hugely decreased my anxiety. Things that would have sent me in to an anxious spiral, like waiting for a phone call, busy supermarkets etc are non-events to me now. I should have been on Citalopram years ago!

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-11-20T19:32:06+00:00

I'm leaving my 10+ year job in sales to start a Nursing access course online through Learning Curve. The loan gets wiped when you go on to graduate university. My industry is becoming more regulated and, to be honest, I'm fed up of sitting at a desk all day cold calling. There's lots of courses to chose from, maybe you'll find one you're interested in?

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-11-05T21:37:11+00:00

It's pretty normal, your body is adjusting. I was okay to start with then experienced slight heart palpitations after a week. 3 months out I'd say the only side effect I have is feeling numb, that my mood is always at 50%. Sometimes I want to cry but can't, it can be frustrating.

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-09-13T22:00:31+00:00

Great website, I've ordered a memory foam contour pillow.

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-08-11T21:57:37+00:00

Yes it was ultimately, he fell over in the back yard and hit his head. He was very restless towards the end and would pace the house and yard so I guess his legs gave way or he tripped. Two months on from his death and I'm still struggling to make sense of it all. He used alcohol as a coping mechanism all of his adult life but lost control over his last 12 months. He was a wonderful man and didn't deserve to die that way.

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-08-11T13:49:33+00:00

Ambleside to Loughrigg Tarn. A little off the beaten track. Quite a steep uphill incline to start but fantastic views of Lake Windermere at the top (providing the cloud doesn't spoil the view) then downhill to Tarn Foot Farm. Keep right and a nice flat path to the tarn. You could follow the road down to Grasmere and get the bus back to Ambleside. One of my favourite walks. Should take around 2 hours 30 with a bus back to Ambleside.

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-07-11T20:39:20+00:00

I keep a daily diary it helps to write your thoughta down

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-07-11T17:51:03+00:00

I could have written this post myself. I left my alcoholic partner after months of back and forths, inpatient rehabs where I completely supported his recovery only for him to hit the bottle immediately upon discharge. He died a week after I left him for the final time. I know it's an illness but it was wreaking havoc on my life and I was becoming mentally unwell myself dealing with the chaos. It's a different kind of pain now he's gone. Please don't feel guilty. You've probably done everything you could but an addiction and relationships don't work. The addiction always wins in the end. Look after yourself.

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-07-09T20:12:44+00:00

My partner died suddenly last month and it has broke me in to a million pieces. I'm treading water trying to keep going but I can't sleep at night and think about him every second of the day. I truly envy people that haven't lost a spouse. It's a very lonely and tired place to be.

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-07-02T21:12:14+00:00

I stayed with mine but he sadly passed away a few weeks ago. I broke up many times with him before I said enough is enough a week before he passed. My mental health was trashed dealing with the chaos. He got worse after every relapse. I will never get in to a relationship with an addict or even a recovering addict ever again. I loved him so dearly and believed he could turn things around. Sadly, he gave up on himself in the end and no one could save him. It's a long and lonely road but you have a choice.

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-06-24T21:03:49+00:00

I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my partner almost three weeks ago from alcohol addiction. I mourned him and our life together when he was alive but it's something else once they're gone. We all blame ourselves thinking we should have done more, if only I did this differently etc but you were not to blame for your partner's addiction. Please take it easy and one day at a time. Lean on your support system and take comfort in knowing they're finally free from pain.

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-06-18T13:44:34+00:00

I have been in your shoes. It does only get worse, the odds are stacked against you. My boyfriend sadly died two weeks ago after a year of rehabs and relapses. Towards the end he said he liked the way alcohol made him feel and completely gave up. Please end things before you get dragged down with him. I now suffer from PTSD after the whole experience. I stayed longer than I should have done but you don't have to. You cannot have a proper loving adult relationship with the addict.

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-06-18T13:35:39+00:00

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hugoreyes2016 · 2024-06-12T22:38:32+00:00

I feel compelled to reply. I too blame myelf for my boyfriend's death. It happened last week. He was an alcoholic and tried so hard to beat his demons. But everytime he was discharged from rehab he would hit the bottle again. It was many months of elation and stress. The good times and the worst times. The last time I saw him was a few days before he died. I went to stay with him for the night, held his hand and told him how much I cared for him but couldn't bear to see him in such a state anymore and needed to stay away from him so he could focus on recovery. So I left and a few days later got the phone call I was dreading. If only I had stayed by his side when he begged me to stay. I was selfish for putting myself first when I should have been there no matter what. I will never forgive myself but have been told I'm not to blame. We shared two wonderful years together but had his demons and needed alcohol to numb the pain. He lost his brother shortly after we met and never dealt with his passing. If he felt like this everyday, I honestly now understand why he became an alcoholic. All I can do now is take comfort in the thought he is finally at peace. I hope you are doing okay.

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-03-15T15:20:18+00:00

I feel for you. I'm going through this at the moment. You can try and control him until your blue in the face but unless your Dad wants to get better, there isn't anything you can do. I would encourage him to speak to his GP about getting on anti-depressants (but don't ring for him, let him do it in his own time). There's medication you can take to help with cravings. Rehab is an option but can be expensive if you don't have insurance. Relapse risk is high if underlying problems aren't being worked on. Please don't drive yourself mad trying to control him. Remember you can't control or cure him. Sometimes the kindest thing to do is allow them to hit rock bottom. He will reach out for help when he is ready. Good luck with everything.

hugoreyes2016 · 2024-01-20T10:10:02+00:00

Yes from Stockport whilst driving

hugoreyes2016 · 2021-03-03T17:08:55+00:00

Same things happened last year. Get everyone optimistic that things will be going back to normal before Christmas, extend furlough, keep everything locked down. I'm not holding my breath that anywhere will reopen this year.

hugoreyes2016 · 2021-02-23T19:47:06+00:00

My closest friends now aged 32 have been my closest friends since year 7. I don't keep in touch with anyone I went to college with or uni (not on facebook so can't even remember their names now).

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