We had something of a comedy night in the living room last night. We made vegetarian chilli and re-jigged the furniture. Raine set up a bar, and moved the hi-fi - there was meant to be music, but the music options were too crap, so we watched comedy shows. There was lots of good stuff - 'Have I Got News For You' and a night of Billy Connolly, doing his 'World Tour of Australia.' We were trying to do something for Chris. He's been working really hard this week. His new job has turned out well - he really enjoys it, and he's working with some good people. He's been put on the Management Training Scheme already.

We've found out that Asda is one of the best places to eat out in the Lancaster area - yes, we are turning into white trash. We went there shopping the other day. I'd been working and hadn't eaten, so we decided to try the cafe. They do tea and coffee with unlimited re-fills for £1. I had a sandwich, it was amazing. It was Christmas dinner in a sandwich - turkey, bacon, sausage, stuffing, cranberry sauce, special mayonaise, bread made with pork and sage...Raine suggested we have people round for Christmas dinner and serve them that. Unorthodox, but when they try it they'll understand.

Won another debate. It was a no-brainer, and a subject dear to my heart: should Religious Studies be taught in schools. I had to argue it should. I am passionate about this - I think it's one of the the most important subjects we can teach in school. Ignorance of religion breeds intolerance and terrorism.

I feel like I am going crazy at the moment. I'm feeling really low, and I have been for a while - fighting to keep my head above water, put one foot in front of the other. I sleep over 12 hours a day. I'm going to see my doctor this week. I threatened Ned Flanders action this afternoon - driving myself through the gates of the mental hospital. I'd like to be taken to my room kicking and screaming, please...