Jan 16 2009
Day 13 - Dwarves and pirates at the Old Vic
Dear Phil,
I should start by saying I am not am Eastenders fan, and fairly unfamiliar with your work over the past 5 years. However, before then I used to watch the show quite regularly. So I had some allegiance which might be worth taking into account when you make your decision.
I am currently on a quest, to not drink for the month of January, something which may not sound too onerous but is difficult believe me. Being an atheist I have no focal point to call upon for strength, (one that I know exists anyway), so I have been looking for a talisman to champion my cause. I have been relying on Orlando Bloom until now, but he isn’t really offering me the support I need, and I just don’t think I can count on him if the going gets tough. Plus he has no involvement with alcohol that I am aware of, just dwarves and pirates. You on the other hand, had to go completely teetotal on Eastenders. I remember watching you stare long and hard at your orange juice in the Old Vic, all red faced and pent up with your inner demons battling the drink. So I think to myself, If Phil can do it, why can’t i? even for a month.
So please mentor me, and help me through the darker days that are likely to come
The clouds are gathering
Yours Sincerely
Chris H