I've had a decent week after yesterday and Thursday were good - every time I think Fridays are a waste of time and hardly anybody comes into town I get a really busy Friday and I had to skip a cinema trip in the afternoon.

The O2 mast is still not fixed apparently. I had a text yesterday telling me they'd be in touch in five days or earlier if they sort it, so really helpful. I'm quite glad I have no way of knowing how many texts aren't getting through 

This game is not consistent.  When you're new, it's easy to make money, but once you're not new anymore,  that's when hard work kicks in. You have to be patient. Solihull (for me) has never been particularly busy. I'll use it as a bridging stop on a weekend.

That’s a sweeping statement I’m as busy now as 12 years ago .

I'm glad you understood.  The first man I ever worked for said, "Treat this like a business and you will always make money". I worked in some fancy places, some really crappy places, some mediocre places and I learned from all of them what to do and what not to do to be successful. It's a pity that England frowns upon brothels. It's really fun to work with other people and they can help you when you're discouraged and help you break a dry spell. Money yes, you always need to keep some aside.
I knew what you meant; I've definitely found it true. When you are young/a new face you get a surge of interest and it can feel 'easy' to get bookings, but to keep making a good/great living its about keeping regulars, getting good at advertising, being consistent/reliable and good with money. Just like any other business. I'm good at the first 3, but the last one I'm still learning 

Definitely tell it's half term   

Isn't half term next week?

It's always half term somewhere