Nadolig Llawen/ Merry Christmas!
Posted on Sunday, December 21, 2008 at 6:47pm
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Just to let you know that I’m taking a break from all things that involve computers more or less over Christmas- Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, blogging- you name it, I am having a detox from the social networking World and from my communication via the Internet. It can get a bit obsessive, so I thought I’d spend this time over Christmas with family, and return to the blogosphere fresh and rearing to go. I have plenty of work to plan over the break, so I won’t be wanting for anything to do in case your wondering.
I wonder whether Nick Bourne will be in position as leader of the Tories in Wales by the time I start blogging again? And answer me this, if Bourne has stated that he needs his ipod to learn Welsh, then what’s Alun Cairns excuse? Does he want to use it to learn Italian?! It seems that there’s some unhappy AMs in Bourne’s group, but will they be bold enough to ask him to stand down? Perhaps they can leave the senior Tory staff to do that work, who knows;-)
I don’t want to go in for many predictions yet as to what will happen in Welsh politics next year, or in general. The Andrew Marr show this morning seemed more interested in which politician would compete on Strictly Come Dancing next year than the effect of the economic crisis on Britain. I can’t think of anything worse than watching Mandelson snake his way around a dance floor in a revealing sequin costume. Thankfully I don’t watch the show….
So, I hope you all enjoy the festivities. Don’t worry about over indulging over Christmas. If you can’t enjoy at this time of the year, then when can you? Will Carwyn Jones get any interesting books in his stocking this year, do you think? A guide to political leadership, perhaps?…. Or will that be Huw Lewis’s choice of reading while he schemes up more ways of undermining Plaid in Government ( if you don’t think he is, then just read the Merthyr Express this week) Will Kirsty be vying for a Lib-Lab pact now that she has taken over the leadership role in Wales? Will Plaid campaign to retain its strong stance on top-up fees?(!) These are all discussions for a new day and a New Year.
I’ve had a good year all in all. I’ve worked really hard on various campaigns, and have done my utmost to establish myself in the Assembly. There’s always more to be done, always ways of improving and of developing. I’m hopeful that I can be more effective a representative in 2009, try and liven up the plenary debates a bit, represent my region, and ensure that I have something resembling a work/life balance ( which is easier said than done believe you me…)
All the best, and have a peaceful Christmas. Thank you to all who have supported me throughout this year. I really appreciate it.
Nadolig Llawen a Blwyddyn Newydd Dda!
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