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I have had a total rollercoaster of a week and have changed my mind so much about what to write about. I wanted to write about friendship after being inspired by a few things I have read recently but then decided to hold it and instead write about what’s been going on for me this week.

Those who follow me on social media will know that I applied to rent a house this week that I had totally fallen in love with. A few weeks ago when I realised that I would have to put my house-buying dreams on ice for a bit, I found a house that was just OK. I left the viewing feeling a little deflated but thinking it was the best I could do. The fact it had no bath and taking baths is one of my favourite things to do as well as being a crucial self-care tool was probably the worst part of it. I called the estate agent and asked them to send over the application form. After spending the last 10 months talking about how single women shouldn’t have to settle, there I was very nearly settling for an OK plac…