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For a brief moment I thought this doesn't sound like the Julie I feel I am getting to know ... but you didn't let me down and I guessed how it would end ... you always find the right words 💕

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I am in a difficult place at the moment fighting this battle with the council about my son’s school transport.

Then he discovered my Substack and Facebook (he is bored as off school) so I’ve had questions from him regarding the stuff I post because I’m always really honest on here, it’s always been my outlet.

So I’ve come off social media for a while and more than ever am trying to tap into my own inner strength. Build myself up again.

It’s the most reliable tool we all have if we hone it.

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Oh good for you! Galápagos Islands! Wow! Xx

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Brilliant. I’ve lost my main cheerleaders since 2020 as many of us have. Recently I’ve also been realising the truth in your post. It felt unnatural to me at first but I have found an inner confidence that I’m on the right track.

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Yes, the ‘be your own leader’ concept I’ve spoken about so much in terms of politics/faux online heroes, definitely extends to the personal too.

May you continue to rock it, Steve, you are an inspiration to many.

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I hope so and you definitely are Julie. What you’ve had to navigate on top of this age of tyranny would have defeated many of us. 💪

Madre magnifico 😊

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Very very wise words

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Thank you

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I love that Julie and it's so very true. ❤️

I hope you're well? I noticed you're not on fb. Really I should make more of an effort to come on here, I seem to dip in and out! Xx

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Just having a break from it.

Son is off atm cause of the problems with his school and his favourite new hobby is stalking his poor old mother, both here and Fb, so I feel a bit more exposed than usual.

Not that I’ve that much to say anyway not having been or done anything. Just depressing poetry and random observations 😂😂

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😂😂😂 Ahhh bless him, it's nice he's taking an interest though eh!

Hope you get all the school issues sorted 😢 xx

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This hit a nerve with me because I've been working hard on being my own cheerleader of late out of necessity. Consequently, it's been a while since I've showed up to thank you for your wise words and beautiful poetry.

You are right that it takes work. They don't just show up and they can equally be your internal saboteur if you allow it.

Power to your pom-poms.

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Bless you.

It’s easy in an hour of need to point fingers as to who is or isn’t around for us but it’s energy wasted as ultimately it all comes down to us. That’s the one constant we can rely on.

I always appreciate your comments anyway (but don’t rely on them ‘cause I don’t rely on anyone ‘cause I’m hard as fook, obvs…..😂😂😂😂😉)

Oh the webs we weave, hey?

Nice to hear from you anyway and long live empowerment and self love! 🎉 😂😂

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Wisdom. It can take a while to understand other people's motivations so it's as well not to rely too much on others and believe in yourself. It's not easy at all.

I hope you're making some progress with the school authorities. I know these things can be interminable. xxx

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We have a second stage appeal on 2nd October and solicitors don’t want to do more until that has been exhausted. It’s stressful having my son home all the time and obviously not good for him either. We went bowling yesterday.

Time will tell.

Yes, life hardens us sadly.

And that’s always been my problem really, I don’t want to grow hard. I always want to see the love and good in people.

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Sorry to hear things aren’t going so well for your boy. I guess you probably knew it would be difficult as it wasn’t what you really wanted for him. What a postcode lottery it is. I hope you can stay strong. Really feel for you both.

I’ve finally moved into my little house near the sea and have taken a step back from all media for several weeks. Figure I know what’s going on and can live without the grinding negativity. Even took a holiday. The Greeks seem to be just getting on with life which was quite refreshing. Maybe a faded arrow on a pavement or the odd twerpy tourist still wearing a nose bag.

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Excellent stuff. Yes it’s easy to keep bogged down in stuff you needn’t be. You really can become a devotee of shitshow (I know many!) and to what ends?

A new start sounds ideal for you with all you have been through and Greece sounds fab. I have booked myself a little solo break for my 50th in April - only a week (don’t want to leave son for longer) but to somewhere I have always wanted to go. Galapagos Isles! Very excited!

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You must feel like a revving engine. These procedures grind on so slowly.

I think there is plenty of love and good around, but it pays to be clear sighted too and realise as you do that even if people mean well their actions can leave you feeling confused and sometimes even abandoned.

Your son sounds like a very bright boy and I'm sure it must be a big challenge keeping his mind off all of this. I hope things ease for you soon.

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Sorry to hear this Julie. It must be a constant struggle! Your son knows you only have his best interests at heart though ... I'm sure all your followers are rooting for you ... 🙏

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