🛠️ What Am I Doing?

It’s been a good month. I am finding my flow in the new job (three months in already) and am really enjoying the work. My overall weekly routine is still a little sketchy because, as much as I would love every week to be identical, they just aren’t. But that’s OK.

I’ve been getting my exercise in, with the exception of this weekend, as I have a seasonal cold/sore throat. I basically cancelled everything to focus on rest. Running has been gentle, with lots of run/walk sessions as my knees get stronger post-injury. I hit a personal best at the gym on my deadlift (100kg), which I was thrilled about (no complaints from my knees, either).

Another highlight of this month was noticing a shift in my social battery; I’ve been wanting to see people and do things far more than usual. I suspect that this is down to my change in work, as focusing on one thing is so much less draining than focusing on two. I also work from home half the week, and this balance is ideal because I am not on my own all week, but I do have recovery time if I need it.

I’m definitely leaning towards cosy hobbies as October approaches. I finished a crochet project (see it here on Instagram), and I’ve been wanting to cook more. I’ve managed to carve out some time for reading in the morning too, which has been really lovely (typically about 15–20 minutes a day). I’m also contemplating some knitted and crocheted Christmas tree decorations… this is entirely off-brand for me (I’m usually a bit “bah humbug”!).

Something I am really looking forward to next month is my holiday in Italy. It will be nice to hang out with my husband, do fun things, relax, enjoy some culture, and reset. Roll on October.

📺 What Am I Watching?

TV-wise, I’m now up to date with Silo. It was amazing (despite one season being very dark—visually—and hard to watch as a result). I’m re-reading the books now. I’ve also been enjoying season two of The Paper as it’s gentle, easy TV. The latest season of Ted Lasso is bringing joy.

Movie-wise, I feel like graduating from my classic movie experiment, but I am just thinking about what this might look like. I’m tempted by a monthly film date (at the cinema) with my husband, but our local cinema is very small, which is off-putting.

🧠 What Am I Learning?

I tried whittling and did not love it. I’m enjoying knitting colourwork mitts (rather than socks) right now; it’s teaching me patience. I really feel like doing a course in something creative, so I am on the lookout.

🎧 What Am I Listening to?

As mentioned above, I am binge-listening to Hugh Howey's Silo trilogy at the moment, and I have Richard Osman’s latest lined up for after that. Podcast-wise, it’s the usual suspects, although I have added Bear Hunt (by Goal Hanger), a new audio drama, to my must-listen list.

📚 What am I Reading?

Take a look at what I am reading here: Martine’s Library.