Do you know an upstanding member of the community who could write you a letter? I hate to suggest vicar after that opening sentence, but maybe a head teacher, JP, or doctor?
Sleep's overrated. How about asking your GP for a referral to a CBT therapist (is that a tautology?). Both problems could be tackled through that approach.
Get 'victim' to focus on the horizon for at least 30 seconds, normally settles the stomach. Don't allow reading in while travelling. Press on pulse point inside wrist. These usually alleviate motion sickness.
Don't agree Maxxi. If playing for your country is not the biggest thing (and we're not talking subsistence wages) then bugger off. It's Packer all over again. Call me naive and foolish, but I expect that every man will do his duty. [Or some such patriotic bollocks.]
I agree, every road user should signal clearly. And what's with the trend for cyclists pointing where they are going? NO! Stick your arm out for long enough to make your intention clear as per Highway Code.
I think Rose is wonderful. She once supplied me with coffee and distraction when I was accompanying a very rich friend who was buying up the shop and boring me to tears. Very good USP.