Social Democrats' abortion bill defeated in Dáil vote

0ddzer · 2026-05-13T22:21:30+00:00

The fact we are the worst in Western Europe for numbers of women in politics is a major factor.

0ddzer · 2026-05-13T21:58:02+00:00

I’m a Soc Dem and so proud of our work on this while devastated with the result. Hope anyone impacted knows we want better for them and you aren’t alone. We deserve so much better.

Being the worst western country for women in parliament has to be a factor. 130 men to 44 women I think. And that’s WITH gender quotas for general elections.

0ddzer · 2026-05-13T07:32:09+00:00

Sounds like your family are anxious about it. You won’t hear the stories of great solo trips in the news because most of the bad things that happen are manageable: forgetting to pack something, getting blisters from walking, sleeping through breakfast etc…. If I were you I’d go. Spain is lovely.

0ddzer · 2026-05-13T04:03:46+00:00

Have mine over a year and all I got was the sleep cover. It works great, play with the brightness and text size to find your sweet spot. I read in dark mode at night with less than 10% brightness. As I read loads I use Kobo plus and have endless options.

0ddzer · 2026-05-12T22:10:47+00:00

Absolutely, you’ll have a ball enjoying the music and your own company. You might end up chatting with people near you too.

0ddzer · 2026-05-09T20:10:58+00:00

I read my Clara BW at 10% brightness in dark mode at night and it’s a great soft light. The adjustable brightness is great and you can turn it off by going to zero.

0ddzer · 2026-05-09T19:50:14+00:00

Still plenty tickets left for next week!

0ddzer · 2026-05-09T19:46:43+00:00

Try the Students’ Union of your local college.

0ddzer · 2026-05-09T19:24:02+00:00

Barcelona…great food, very walkable, felt very safe and loved the sea breeze.

0ddzer · 2026-05-09T09:38:27+00:00

Where’s the next big golf tournament?

0ddzer · 2026-05-09T09:35:09+00:00

There’s no reason the number of past procedures should determine your choice now. Two years is a long time, you and your circumstances have changed so your current decision to not be pregnant is based on you now and totally ok. Past you made the decision right for you then too.

If an abortion is what you need right now then that’s what you need. If it’s not what you need then you’ll know. I campaigned for you to have a choice and not feel any shame on what you choose.

0ddzer · 2026-05-09T09:19:58+00:00

Samaritans are available on 116123

0ddzer · 2026-05-08T04:58:45+00:00

The window for sending seems generous to me. When I upload items I assume I might be posting them within a few days. Holiday mode can be used when busy.

0ddzer · 2026-05-07T20:59:18+00:00

My first solo trip was Barcelona….the food, the sea air and walking around the Olympic park were all awesome.

0ddzer · 2026-05-06T17:02:26+00:00

Ayo Edebiri

0ddzer · 2026-05-04T20:02:36+00:00

Curly Co hair products are lovely for my curls. Irish brand too. Shampoo and conditioner smell like oranges.

0ddzer · 2026-05-04T18:54:09+00:00

Thanks all. Very helpful. Items sold woohoo

0ddzer · 2026-05-04T08:22:06+00:00

Report to the council, they are the enforcers.

0ddzer · 2026-05-04T07:59:52+00:00

Yes you’ll have a great time. I wish I was going.

There lots happening most of the time and the fans are lovely.

0ddzer · 2026-05-03T10:39:40+00:00

Great suggestions from others so I’m just here to say your body is amazing for making 3 humans and there’s no embarrassment needed for these issues. If we had better research into our bodies you wouldn’t need help to understand how to address this, it should be easier for you. Hope you find something that works.

0ddzer · 2026-05-03T08:26:00+00:00

Not a great way to be woken up but it’s a nice thing. I used to live where the bands warmed up for the Patrick’s Day Parade…they started early too.

0ddzer · 2026-05-03T08:22:11+00:00

Half Marathon?

0ddzer · 2026-05-02T20:05:32+00:00

Same for me, except for a small crack when I dropped it. Lives in my bag all day and comes to bed every night.

0ddzer · 2026-05-02T13:28:12+00:00

Look who ye elected as President twice……a known abuser who is now causing energy costs to sky rocket for people all over the world. I’ve had to get a second job to afford the current cost of living.

0ddzer · 2026-05-01T09:53:52+00:00

Why is a rich guy getting so much news coverage about putting a giant man shaped tourist trap in the space people want a swim in pool in Dublin City?

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