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@BlueLightMai
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6 months
Have a watch of my incredible Consultant Neurosurgeon Mister Sobowale at work on Trauma Room One! @WaltonCentre
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@BlueLightMai
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35 today! 🥳💟
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@BlueLightMai
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Good morning!
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
11 years ago I joined @MerseyPolice 2011 - 2018: Special Constable 2017 - 2018: Custody Assistant 2018 - Present: Police Constable
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@BlueLightMai
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Arrested an offender who had kidnapped someone, who a colleague & I at the end of our shift, noticed was in the boot of a car banging on the window. Talked someone off train tracks who felt like life wasn't worth living./1
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
Today marks my 4 year job-iversary as a PC!👮‍♀️🚔 4 years ago today I walked into my first day at the training academy in pink trousers.😌 I walked in full of hope. And today? I am still full of hope. I am incredibly proud to be a Police Officer. 💙 #ThinBlueLine #HoldTheLine
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@BlueLightMai
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5 months
Merry Christmas! Have a fab time 🎄
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@BlueLightMai
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2 months
Happy SIX year job-iversary to me!👮‍♀️💙🚔🚨🚓 09.04.18 Very excited to be back doing what I love very soon.
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
I am for the uniform I wear. This week (again)Felt the full force of ingrained hatred towards the police. Towards women. It was a scary, lonely place to be. But never been prouder to be me. To be a police officer. To be a role model to others. And to know such lovely people. /3
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
Please don't forget us. The police who run to help you.Who will help you no matter what.Who care about you. Please remember we hurt. We have quirks.We have loved ones.We care and worry and think about everyone whose lives have intersected with ours. We are you & you are us.💙/4
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
A photo from almost a year ago.👮‍♀️🚔
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
A decade ago on 10th January I was sworn in as a Special Constable. Now coming up to 4 years as a Police Constable. Back then I had hope & faith (still do) but had no idea how good my life would get. Life is fantastic now and I'm so glad to be here. My dreams are just as big now.
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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4 months
35 🎂 today, over 1,000 gorgeous bday wishes😘😘 THANK YOU💟 and not one of you thought to get @olobersyko on Cameo for my bday 😩🤦‍♀️😅😝 at least I got to see @bmthofficial live! 😍😍
@BlueLightMai
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4 months
35 today! 🥳💟
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
First day of our community project- done 😊 Feels a real achievement! 💙💙
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
Had a cry last night to my parents. Opened up about how hard I'm finding things;How I am struggling day-to-day,how I miss work & how I miss being independent.They were absolutely amazing to me. I want you all to know a problem shared is a problem halved never be ashamed to talk💗
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
I have a degree. It has transferable skills for other roles however has no bearing on my skills as a Police Officer. If others see me differently for having a completely unrelated degree it really doesn't matter. In my view you don't need a degree to be a police officer. #opinion
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
😊 I love my job.
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
33 Today! 🥳🎊🎂🎈🍰 #NewProfilePic
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
I am disabled, in severe pain with debilitating neurological conditions and now a size 20... But hey!!🤗🤗 I did two small cardio sessions with no jumping/jarring movements and I am off out for dinner with my family. I put on some make up quickly and a necklace. Feel😊.
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@BlueLightMai
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1 year
Hello again world ! Xx
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@BlueLightMai
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7 months
I’m thrilled to have been recognised as one of the UKs most influential disabled people in the #DisabilityPower100 2023 @ShawTrust 💜 It feels amazing to be featured on the DP100 alongside such incredible pioneers and changemakers 💜 @DisabledPolAssn #NewProfilePic #Disability
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@BlueLightMai
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7 months
Happy Tuesday everyone! 💜
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
Held someone whose face was hurt,bruised&swollen from their partner assaulting them who hugged me & thanked me.(They were the brave one) I am A daughter.A sister.A best friend. A good friend to many. There for all. There to listen to anyone. Also reminded this week how hated /2
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
Throwback. I was frontline policing until May time this year. I feel very lucky to have worked in so many areas which has given me a wide view of our communities and what they need.
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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6 months
Goodbye HQ!! You will be so missed. Love you and all the memories!!💙💙
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
After posting my 🧵s on disability inclusion last few days I've lost near 20 followers... Fair enough I've not hidden that I'm a Disability and Mental Health Champion And Disability Rights are Human Rights We are not an afterthought or inconvenience We deserve to enjoy life 💜
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@BlueLightMai
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20 days
My first time ever in @ZARA clothes. Love them!
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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I am returning to work next week! I am really excited and I feel proud and blessed.🙏
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@BlueLightMai
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6 months
Merry Christmas to you and yours!! 🎄
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
The menu I've always needed 😅😂☕
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
😁 Happy Tuesday all!
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
🚒🚔🚑 #NewProfilePic
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
Been preparing my lesson for next week (which I've worked on with my friends at @WirralMind 💙) Really excited! Doing this made me re-watch the national video we did with @MindCharity & our emergency services families talking openly about our mental illnesses to reduce stigma💙
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
Left my hair natural and curly today 😊🌞 what a beautiful day full of sunshine today!
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
Look at what my Sergeant brought for me today.😊 I want to thank the @MerPolCEU for all of their support while I've been unwell, I really appreciate it.
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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6 months
While Mum had her tap dancing class, Dad and I had coffees and mince pies together.☺️💖
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
Cats, get ready, your evening shift is about to start for many across the world ... @jim73194352 @JaneFallon @rickygervais @Almolka @PebblesPuss2014
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@BlueLightMai
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😊
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
Happy #999Day to all of my #999family Love to you all xxxx 🚔🚒🚑🏥
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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1 year
@metpoliceuk Joseph Ward, you are disgusting and everything that is wrong with society. Inspector, I hope you are OK and recovering best you can. Thank you for your service.
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@BlueLightMai
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7 months
I hope you've all had a lovely weekend.💜
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
For the first time in years as I am on somewhat normal shifts for the next year, I am again a proud @TranmereRovers season ticket owner!! 😌😁⚪🔵 #AnnouncePromotion #GuessWhoIsBack #TRFC #SWA 💙
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@BlueLightMai
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6 months
Today marks 11 years to the day I was assaulted leading to my spinal injuries. There is no positive spin I want to put on this. Suffice to say I'm happy I'm still here and in a better position than I was this time last year.
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@BlueLightMai
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2 months
Happy Friday!!🚔🚨🚑
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@BlueLightMai
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1 year
I'm so happy I've lost a little weight. It is really hard at the moment. I'm in so much pain, sometimes I have no appetite, a lot of times I need to sleep 2-3 times a day. When I can I do v small walks. This is a happy tweet and a happy day!
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@BlueLightMai
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1 year
As it's my bday I felt nostalgic and I have had a look through some old photos this morning that have made me smile 😊 Left to Right •My first day as a DO •Going to get fitted for my uniform as a PC •My first day as a PC •Attestation as a PC
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@BlueLightMai
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2 months
I shared this with my loved ones a year ago today!☺️🙌 Today, I have lost over 6 stone! I am a few lbs from having lost *all* the weight I put on with my spinal injuries. Yes, I am still in a LOT of nerve pain & on the highest amount of pain meds but I am doing so well!🌟🫶✨️
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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- These are an amalgamation of a few incidences I have dealt with the last few years. I posted this thread as this week,I was threatened,given verbal abuse (anti police & misogynistic)& the person attempted to attack me. Thank you for the incredibly kind & heartening comments.💙
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
Enjoyed leading my first teaching session solo this morning on teamwork!🤝 Getting students to think of roles & responsibilities in teams, the importance of roles & e.g.s from yesterday of what worked & what didn't. /1
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@BlueLightMai
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1 year
En route to my op. Touchwood everything goes fabulously, but either way, the joy of my life is and always has been my loved ones. Love you my family, Lisa and her family, all cats past and present and all animals I've had the joy of looking after. I love you all so so much!!❤️❤️
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@BlueLightMai
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3 months
Enjoyed my meal at @HydesBrewery Harry Beswick, lovely new Spring Summer Menu. Loved my crispy coated chicken fillets and coriander and lime sauce.☺️🌿
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
At the hairdressers today I shared good news I received yesterday & I am on leave for the next week. Shows how well they know me and are good listeners that she said, "Oh no! But you never stop!" Indeed that is probably true but for tonight (as I have done today) I will relax😌
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
I got my hair cut today😁 only a few more months and it should be back to the length I want it. Popped into the shop for wine after and I got ID'ed...😅🍷 Today is a good day!
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@BlueLightMai
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85lbs lost since my spinal operation🩷
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
I'm not going to be on here as much. Twitter is very draining at the moment and I am in grief again on top of looking after my health and don't need any negativity. I'll be an observer more and not sure when I'll properly be back. Much love and Take care! (Me 2 yrs ago😊👇)
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
☃️❄
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
It is an absolutely privilege and honour to be in a room with such fantastic colleagues, role models, sponsors and leaders. Very proud to be part of Merseyside Police. #CFA2022 @MerseyPolice @merpolchiefcon @iancritchley2 @merseymountedpc @MerPolMounted @MerPolCEU
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
😊 Hope you're having a lovely day and you're shining bright ! Whatever your day holds, people or situations you encounter you will always shine...💫
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@BlueLightMai
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I've got a chest infection and been ill last few days and nerve pain is its usual self however I've had the best weekend with my Mum and Dad. Quality time together and our first "break" away from my chronic conditions. Fantastic memories made! ❤️❤️
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
As a woman As someone who has tried to end their life As someone with mental illnesses I stand with men with mental illnesses I stand with women with mental illnesses I send you love I believe in you And I stand with you You are not less You carry more Let others help you 💜
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
I was due in to the Hospital Spinal Clinic in person next week but had a call today. I have a C6 herniated disc in my neck and I also have a Chiari malformation. I have been referred to Neurosurgery. Been a difficult day but I'm still here, roof over my head with my loved ones.👍
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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1 year
It might sound a really funny thing to say but I feel like I look different already - like a physical weight has been lifted. I had 2 hours sleep and just restful the rest of the night the best I could. I am so so ready and desperate to get home now!!!!
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
😊👋 Thank you for your support today I appreciate every single kindness from others in person and online 💕 xx
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
Today is a day of turmoil and change for our country. For me personally today brings fantastic news that I am seeing a consultant neurosurgeon very very soon!!!! I am so happy!!!!
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
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@BlueLightMai
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I was diagnosed in March with 2 herniated discs in my neck at C4/C5 and C5/C6 & a 5mm Chiari Malformation Today is finally the day I go to a spinal specialist. I feel a bit sick. I don't know what to expect. I feel really nervous. I'm so excited to be closer to help & treatment!
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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9 months
Happy Emergency Services Day everyone! 💙💚❤️
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
Few weeks back my anxiety hit me with a vengeance. Life is going well,my career is great & I have lovely,supportive family & friends.There was no reason for it. I have generalised anxiety disorder & depression & I live with it. Some days have been tough but this weekend was good.
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@BlueLightMai
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
😊👋 No make up and left my hair to air dry. Happy in my own skin.
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
As of this week I've been in @MerseyPolice for a decade During my journey with Merpol I've been a Special Constable, Mental Health Champion, Force Autism Lead, Custody Assistant, Custody Staff Representative, Disability Support Network Committee & Chair & now @MFRS_PT Team Leader
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@BlueLightMai
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1 year
Final visit to the Walton Centre before my op, done😊 I've signed my consent form for my operation, my cerebrospinal fluid flow looked good from my December MRI 😃 the surgeon is kindly going to ring my family after my op😊 and @PTCentres sorted for while I recover .. YAY!!!!
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
A bit of 👩‍💻 work... and a snap chat filter 👍
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
Mum and I at Merseyside Police's Community First Awards 2022! I was so honoured to be shortlisted as a nominee for the Inclusion Award 😊💜 #NewProfilePic #CFA2022 @MerseyPolice
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
When I was a Special.
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@BlueLightMai
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Nominations close tomorrow at 6pm so if think my blog is worthy of one please submit it here⬇️ Pg 1-Tick Creator category & Pg 2-Scroll down to Blogger category & enter the link🧠 & Submit✅️ Thank you in advance! Please RT🧠💜
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@BlueLightMai
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2 years
😊🚲
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@BlueLightMai
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3 years
I'm part of @MerPolCEU on secondment to @MerseyFire I am now the Team Leader for the @PrincesTrust Team Programme for Bootle Team 45, starting in September & running from Bootle Fire Station for 16-25 yr olds. Have a look at all courses in Merseyside on @MFRS_PT #NewProfilePic
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@BlueLightMai
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I guess it is easy to make it look like things are great on social media when they're not always great. Like life, you can't be 100% all the time. I'm in pain and feel sick but today I did a walk, ate a nice pizza and spent time with my lovely family. It's OK not to be OK. ❤
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