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This one is hard for me to talk about. 116 123 - is a life-saving number. Samaritans, you should be very proud of everything you do. When I left hospital with a diagnosis of Toxic Metabolic Encephalopathy. I couldn't actually parse the words or the meaning. They sent me away with a four page discharge summary that read like this "e82rhyey6ehd 3ueyd73hf6rj si8d7ehf8fnr ud7ejrdu" Imagine coming home to find that the world looked like this: ryyrgcrhdue fheyd7rjdo doeueydiej dueidnri dhrud8rje dudiejd dowow83bc dhduebdj ryyrgcrhdue fheyd7rjdo doeueydiej dueidnri dhrud8rje dudiejd dowow83bc dhduebdj I cried a bit. I didn't really understand it. They *looked* like words but they had none of the familiar things like sentences, punctuation or even structure. (I ... tried... to ...) I gave up writing a full sentence. I tried to write my own name... Jo - what comes after O. I used to know this. Then something in my head went Nathan. Oh yeah, it's Jonathan. And after a week, I managed to get my name and address on my phone. Which is good because when I left hospital I said I was 45,000,000 years old, I was the Queen of England, called Boris Johnson. And i lived in a place called Brexit but I thought it might have something do with Lego or Star Wars. Now, im obviously back to normal Jon status. The fact that I am now #disassociative makes for interesting meetings. I could have full Board meetings with myself and there are 16 of us in here right now. So I thought, I've got an idea I'll make an AI for each of my personalities to see if I can deposit them there instead. Unfortunately, the AI platform I chose because it is "character driven" has an underlying challenge. it's user base's average age seems to be 13. So now, I've just outsourced all my identities to a platform that may have the longevity of a class-action in the US so about 2.4 minutes. And then to cap it all off, yesterday I went to Wigan Police Station? which for anyone that doesn't know is in a region called Greater Manchester in a place we call Oop North. I have to report a crime I say, now, it may not be surprising to you that in find Police Stations a wee bit triggering. The last one i went to kept me there for the night and gave me a chocolate chip tracker bar and the world's smallest cup of water. I then say there in a room lit in green reading a wall full of stuff like this: IF YOU VANDALISE THIS WALL WE WILL PROSECUTE YOU. DON'T VANDALISE OUR WALLS. THESE ARE OUR WALLS. LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE WARNING. PS - WE ARE SERIOUS ABOUT OUR WALLS. And then up popped a strange thought, I'm Winston from 1984. Trains and people flatly refuse to come all the way up here. it's the West Coast line. And by the time you get back to Wigan, you wish you really lived somewhere else like you're lovely 5-bed mansion house in the country. I better call the Samaritans again. Hello, it's Jon i haven't called for 3.5 years. How are you?

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🩸 Donated Blood – And Learned Something Cool! 🩸Stephanie Edra thank you for organizing this event! I had the privilege of donating blood in partnership with Stanford Blood Center at the Hyatt Centric. Not only was it an important experience, but I also learned something fascinating that I wanted to share. Turns out, my blood type is O-, and apparently, that makes me a universal donor! 🩸🔄 It’s pretty rare, though, which means it can sometimes be harder to find donors with compatible blood. So, of course, I couldn’t help but ask: Do they save O- blood for other O- people? 🤔 Her answer blew my mind: Nope! O- blood is actually used in emergency situations, especially when babies are born and their blood type isn't yet known, or in trauma cases when there's no time to check blood types. That O- blood is a lifesaver when every second counts. ⏱️ It’s incredible to know how something as simple as donating blood can make such a huge difference. If you’re eligible, I encourage you to donate too – you never know who’s out there needing your blood. 💖 #BloodDonation #UniversalDonor #SaveLives #StanfordBloodCenter #DonateBlood #ONegative #EmergencyCare #LifeSaving #HyattCentric

On this Grandparents Day, we celebrate the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren. Your love and life lessons are gifts we cherish forever. Thank you for being the heart of our family. ❤️👵👴 #Sandtankfoundation #HappyGrandparentsDay #GrandparentsLove #GrandparentsDay #GrandmaAndGrandpa #GenerationalLove #Grandparenting #familyfriendly #FamilyLove #GrandparentMemories #Learningfromthebest #Learningfromhome #Digitallearning #Startupecosystem

🌍 Today, on the Global Day of Parents, let's take a moment to appreciate and honor the incredible role parents play in shaping our lives and society. 🙌 💖 Parents are the unsung heroes who selflessly devote themselves to nurturing, guiding, and supporting their children every step of the way. They are the ones who teach us life's most valuable lessons, instill core values, and provide unwavering love and care. 👨👩👧👦 Whether biological, adoptive, or chosen, parents are the foundation upon which we build our futures. They are our first teachers, cheerleaders, and protectors. Their sacrifices often go unnoticed, but their impact is immeasurable. 🌱 Today, let's not only celebrate our own parents but also acknowledge and express gratitude to all the parents around the world who strive to create a better future for their children. Let's remember those who have lost their parents and offer them support and compassion. 💪 As professionals, let us also recognize the importance of work-life balance and support policies that enable parents to fulfill their responsibilities both at home and in the workplace. When we create an environment that values and respects parenthood, we foster happier families and more productive societies. 🤝 On this Global Day of Parents, let's come together to honor and appreciate the dedication, sacrifices, and love of parents worldwide. Share your stories, express your gratitude, and let's make this day a reminder of the profound impact parents have on our lives. #GlobalDayofParents #Appreciation #Gratitude #Family #Parenting #SVC Bank

Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible moms out there! 💐💕 Your love, strength, and endless support make the world a better place. Today, we celebrate you and all that you do. Enjoy your special day! 💖 #HappyMothersDay #DFWRealEstate #DallasProperties #FortWorthRealEstate #DFWInvestment #DallasBusiness #FortWorthCommercial #DFWLandlords #DFWPropertyOwners #DFWRealEstateInvestment #DallasPropertyManagers

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🇺🇸 What is July 4th to the grandnephew of a sharecropper? Growing up, we would rise early to prepare the ingredients for Alabama gumbo on the land we lived on. My Uncle Tommy would use a huge black pot on an open flame, while Aunt Molly seasoned fresh vegetables and meats. The aroma was scrumptious, but under the careful gaze of the white landowner and his wife, we were simply told to "Have a Happy 4th." The Black help, including Ms. Maryanna, spent the day serving Mr. Elmer's family and guests. Our celebration consisted of a new white t-shirt and the annual baseball game—a brief moment of fellowship, fun, and a pause from everyday oppression. We enjoyed hot dogs, fried whiting fish, BBQ chicken, Kool-Aid, and homemade ice cream churned by us kids.Oh and the landowner gave us one Mason jar of the gumbo. Laughter filled the air as the sun set. For this grandnephew of a sharecropper, July 4th is a reminder that we remain in the middle of a mountain. As Gil Scott-Heron sings, we must keep climbing. Today, let's recommit to the struggle. Winter is coming, and my impatient optimism is for ALL who chase liberation to keep climbing. Liberation is not found in the middle of this mountain, and our movement is not a hustle. Liberation in health and healthcare equity is making the impossible possible. It's #Heartwork #IndependenceDay #KeepClimbing #Liberation #SharecropperLegacy #July4th #SocialJustice #ImpatientOptimism

Just a reminder of the Brown and Crouppen Law Firm School Supply drive tomorrow from 10-3! Looking forward to helping out and getting to know more people in my community. :) #lexisnexiscares #Schoolsuppliesstlouis #brownCrouppenLawFirm