I'd love a day devoid of responsibilities. I've often thought about going to a hotel just to have a day away from everything.

I'd love a day devoid of responsibilities. I've often thought about going to a hotel just to have a day away from everything.

I've always loved books. I'm passionate about them. I think books are sexy. They are smooth and solid and contain delightful surprises. They smell good. They fit into a handbag and can be carried around and opened at will. They don't change. They are what they are and nothing else. One day I want to own a lot of books and have them nbear to me in my house, so that I can stroll to my bookshelves and choose what I fancy. I want a harem. I shall keep my favourites by my bed.

Most social problems could be helped or prevented if people had more money and practical advice.

Now I know I am an intellectual. I saw Malcolm Muggeridge on the television last night, and I understood nearly every word. It all adds up. A bad home, poor diet, not liking punk. I think I will join the library and see what happens.

I have decided to be a poet. My father said there isn't a suitable career structure for poets and no pensions and other boring things, but I am quite decided.

I have decided to keep a full journal, in the hope that my life will perhaps seem more interesting when it is written down.