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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Sep 23

Great summary saved me having to listen.

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Sep 4

There is no excuse for his behaviour. 🤬
He needs to grow up and own his deplorable attitude!

Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Aug 31

Ireland, followed you from the first invasion of Ukraine initially on Twitter (X), then here on Bluesky.
Thank you for keeping us informed

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Aug 31

I enjoyed reading the book but have to agree the film was disappointing.

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Aug 18

Done!

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Aug 16

Funny & inspirational

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The Guardian @theguardian.com · Aug 10

Prominent Al Jazeera journalist killed in Israeli airstrike on Gaza

Anas al-Sharif was killed while inside a tent for journalists outside al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City A prominent Al Jazeera journalist who had raised concerns about being killed has died in an Israeli airstrike. Anas al-Sharif, known for documenting the release of hostages and for removing his body armour after a ceasefire, was killed while inside a tent for journalists outside al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City along with three colleagues. Continue reading...

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Shona Murray @shonamurray.bsky.social · Jul 26

Bob Geldof speaks out about the “dispicable” horrors in Gaza. This is an excellent interview by @miriamocal.bsky.social

Geldof is founding Patron of the British Holocaust Museum's Aegis Trust for Genocide, as well as Live Aid founder.

RTÉ News @news.rte.ie · Jul 25

Live Aid founder Bob Geldof has condemned the Israeli government's role in the Gaza crisis, calling it "a despicable disgrace" and saying it is deliberately starving children

'A despicable disgrace': Geldof condemns Israel over Gaza hunger

Bob Geldof has criticised the Israeli government's role in the Gaza crisis, calling it "a despicable disgrace" amid growing warnings of famine and restricted humanitarian access

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Jul 24

Listen!!! youtu.be/zYpz4De5vBk?...

“Out of control”: Bob Geldof condemns Israeli government over Gaza

YouTube video by RTÉ News

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WHO @who.int · Jun 14

Today is #WorldBloodDonorDay 🩸

Blood is the most precious gift that anyone can give to another person, the gift of life.

Thank you blood donors! 🔗 bit.ly/GiveBlood2025 #GiveBlood

Illustration of a diverse group of people standing together, including a healthcare worker, an older adult, a pregnant woman holding a baby, a person donating blood, and a person using a crutch. The background is pink with text that reads: "Give blood, give hope. Together we save lives."

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · May 30

President says criticism of Netanyahu policies not anti-Semitism

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Criticism of Netanyahu not anti-Semitism - President

President Michael D Higgins has said accusations of anti-Semitism against those who criticise the policies of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amount to "slander against Ireland".

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · May 24

Engrossed 😃

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · May 14

Major trust issues for O'Brien and his ilc. Working remotely for 25 years+. Now in Poland & USA.
If your employee is proficient at the job in the office, they are capable of doing it remotely.
Remote work =good work life balance & Eco friendly.
Happy employee successful company!!!!

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · May 9

Goose my daughter's westie on her holidays

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · Apr 25

I've taught creative workshops @BBCCountryfile & @V_and_A.

If you sign up for this workshop you'll get an exclusive 30% discount code for my Etsy shop.

I design my classes to dial down fight or flight response & teach you science-based tools to use when you're experiencing stress & low mood.

Collection of floral garden finds in mid May

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · Apr 25

My new workshop:small museums for mental health, is now live.
I'll teach you how creating small museums alters brain biochemistry to improve mental health & we'll make small museums together
24 May,zoom, recording available afterwards
Open to anyone,anywhere
workshops.emmamitchell.uk/courses/smal...

Collection of spring nature finds in antique typesetter's tray

Collection of finds from Old Hunstanton beach made in 2019

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · Apr 25

I'm recovering from a breakdown at the moment and trying to get back on my feet with my workshops & Etsy.

If you could maybe RT my new creative & mental health workshop (previous few posts today,Friday 25th) it would help so much to show it to a few more eyes.
I'd really appreciate it, thankyou 🌿

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Apr 16

One of my grand aunts applied for the pension along with her 3 sisters, she died before it was awarded to her. The language in the files commenting on the womens commitment at the time is dismissive in comparison to the file of their brother!!!

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Mar 18

Irish and proud ☘️

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Mar 17

☘️🇮🇪☘️

Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Mar 15

I also love your optimism too

Westies are enthusiastic gardeners 😀

Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Mar 10

Thank you that's the best laugh I have had in a while

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Feb 28

#UKRAINE

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Joan @broderj2.bsky.social · Feb 28

Not on X

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