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Latest Southport News as of 29th March 2024

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Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at our stunning theatre on Hoghton Street?

Do you have skills to share?

Would you like to be part of our lovely community?

Come and see us next week and find out more!🎭 Join Us & Join In - 5th April 🎭

One week to go until our next Join Us & Join In night!

If you think you'd like to know more about the different elements of the theatre, please come down and see us.

This is for members, prospective members and anyone who is interested!

Representatives of our many departments will be there to talk about what they do and see if it's something you'd like to be part of!

For more details, get in touch!
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 10:52 am
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at our stunning theatre on Hoghton Street?

Do you have skills to share?

Would you like to be part of our lovely community?

Come and see us next week and find out more!

# **[Southport Pier update scheduled for 25th July 2024 by Sefton Council](www.qlocal.co.uk/southport/news_list/Southport_Pier_update_scheduled_for_25th_July_2024_by_Sefton...

Sefton Council's Cabinet Meeting scheduled for July 25th 2024 now has an agenda item for Southport Pier.
> Update relating to Southport Pier, following progression of pre-construction work (and in advance of any award of the required capital funding, at the time of adding to the forward plan)

A&E Yates have completed thier onsite assessment of the pier and hopefully their report will be received well before the planned Council meeting.

Reported at qlocal.co.uk/southport
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 10:50 am
# **[Southport Pier update scheduled for 25th July 2024 by Sefton Council](https://www.qlocal.co.uk/southport/news_list/Southport_Pier_update_scheduled_for_25th_July_2024_by_Sefton_Council-55069110.htm)**

Sefton Councils Cabinet Meeting scheduled for July 25th 2024 now has an agenda item for Southport Pier.
> Update relating to Southport Pier, following progression of pre-construction work (and in advance of any award of the required capital funding, at the time of adding to the forward plan)

A&E Yates have completed thier onsite assessment of the pier and hopefully their report will be received well before the planned Council meeting.

Reported at qlocal.co.uk/southport

# **[A brighter future at Brighter Living's mens group!](www.qlocal.co.uk/southport/news_list/A_brighter_future_at_Brighter_Living%27s_mens_group%21-55069...

Lovely email sent by Lorraine Culshaw from the busy Southport Community Centre on Norwood Road after QLocal's Roger Blaxall gave his popular talk 'Should I stay or should I go?' about the experiences of Liverpool evacuees in Ormskirk earlier this month:

Thank you so much for the talk you delivered to our Men’s Group here at Southport Community Centre.

The group's run by Brighter Living Partnership and aimed at supporting men in the local community to improve their Health and Wellbeing by reducing social isolation and loneliness and much more. It meets every Friday from 13.00 to 15.00; we also arrange trips out and visits from guest speakers on a variety of subjects - If anyone is interested in attending contact us on 01704 517810.

Feedback on the talk: Everyone said it was very informative and interesting. One member said he found the personal account of the speaker's mother in law evacuating very descriptive and unique. It gave the group realistic insight into what evacuating families went through during the war. The props used were a great hit too!

Reported by Roger Blaxall at qlocal.co.uk/southport
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 10:19 am
# **[A brighter future at Brighter Livings mens group!](https://www.qlocal.co.uk/southport/news_list/A_brighter_future_at_Brighter_Living%27s_mens_group%21-55069106.htm)**

Lovely email sent by Lorraine Culshaw from the busy Southport Community Centre on Norwood Road after QLocals Roger Blaxall gave his popular talk Should I stay or should I go? about the experiences of Liverpool evacuees in Ormskirk earlier this month:

Thank you so much for the talk you delivered to our Men’s Group here at Southport Community Centre.

The groups run by Brighter Living Partnership and aimed at supporting men in the local community to improve their Health and Wellbeing by reducing social isolation and loneliness and much more. It meets every Friday from 13.00 to 15.00; we also arrange trips out and visits from guest speakers on a variety of subjects - If anyone is interested in attending contact us on 01704 517810.

Feedback on the talk: Everyone said it was very informative and interesting. One member said he found the personal account of the speakers mother in law evacuating very descriptive and unique. It gave the group realistic insight into what evacuating families went through during the war. The props used were a great hit too!

Reported by Roger Blaxall at qlocal.co.uk/southport

# **['End of an era' for Marshside ladies](www.qlocal.co.uk/southport/news_list/%27End_of_an_era%27_for_Marshside_ladies-55069105.htm)**

Caught on camera - the last ever meeting of the Marshside Tuesday Club which closed this week after over 100 years...

Leader Mary Porter, 77 said that financial pressures and finding volunteers were two of the reasons that the club ended on Tuesday with QLocal Ormskirk reporter Roger Blaxall - booked to speak- taking these final photos instead.

Widow Mary, a former nurse at Greaves Hall in Banks, has been a very active volunteer in a number of local groups and still sits on the PPG (Patient Participation Group) in Southport which was meeting on Tuesday evening.

She thanked a number of folk for helping down the years including Joan Clarke who was sadly absent at the last meeting.

Reported by Roger Blaxall at qlocal.co.uk/southport
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 10:16 am
# **[End of an era for Marshside ladies](https://www.qlocal.co.uk/southport/news_list/%27End_of_an_era%27_for_Marshside_ladies-55069105.htm)**

Caught on camera - the last ever meeting of the Marshside Tuesday Club which closed this week after over 100 years...

Leader Mary Porter, 77 said that financial pressures and finding volunteers were two of the reasons that the club ended on Tuesday with QLocal Ormskirk reporter Roger Blaxall - booked to speak- taking these final photos instead.

Widow Mary, a former nurse at Greaves Hall in Banks, has been a very active volunteer in a number of local groups and still sits on the PPG (Patient Participation Group) in Southport which was meeting on Tuesday evening.

She thanked a number of folk for helping down the years including Joan Clarke who was sadly absent at the last meeting.

Reported by Roger Blaxall at qlocal.co.uk/southport

Today is Good Friday, when we commemorate the crucifixion and death of the Lord. Join us for our services today: Morning Prayer is at 9am, Stations of the Cross is at 10am with the Bishop of Liverpool, and The Liturgy of Good Friday is at 3pm. ... See MoreSee Less

Friday March 29th, 2024 - 10:14 am

TODAY GOOD FRIDAYDon't forget - Today (29/03/24) our Lifeboat Station will be open to the public.

The station will be open between 10am and 4pm.

You’ll be given a guided tour of the station and the chance to see the lifesaving equipment used by our crew.

Please note - There is no on-site parking or vehicle access to the station. Nearby carparks are available.

Station address:

Southport Lifeboat Station
Marine Drive
Southport
Merseyside
PR8 1SD
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 9:11 am
TODAY GOOD FRIDAY

Drone people...
Does anybody in Southport have either a DJI Mini 4 or an Air 3? It has to be one of these two models, if you have one please message me for an interesting offer.
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 8:37 am
Drone people...
Does anybody in Southport have either a DJI Mini 4 or an Air 3? It has to be one of these two models, if you have one please message me for an interesting offer.

Remember that radar thing that appeared on the pier a few weeks ago? It was to monitor our coastline. It’s related to a Sefton Council contract for Land Based, Coastal Remote Sensing Services. The contract was worth £5 million and was awarded on 19/1/24 to CoastSense Ltd.

‘’Sefton Council has been the lead authority for the North West Regional Coastal Monitoring Programme since 2007, collecting and analysing data to inform decisions relating to coastal erosion and flood risk management issues and support the delivery of the Shoreline Management Plan.”
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 8:37 am

Our first trip of 2024 is to the Harrogate Spring Show.
Sunday 28 April
Coach leaving Southport at 9am.
£38 per person
Members will get a booking form with their newsletter.

Martin Fish - Simply Gardening will be there.
www.flowershow.org.uk/spring-show/whats-on
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 8:30 am

Flamingo, flamincome!

Returned from their winter migration
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 8:06 am
Flamingo, flamincome!

Returned from their winter migration

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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 7:00 am

Southport Soup Kitchen has gratefully received a donation of wrapped chocolate treats (pictured),all ready for handing out over the Easter weekend. The Kitchen is a local charity that relies on volunteers as it receives no government funding. Each year the congregation at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints prepare the confectionery for the Kitchen. The members start their collection of chocolate soon after Christmas. Then the children get involved, making Easter cards, and there is always an eager volunteer, or two, to wrap the items all ready for gifting.
Linda Roberts, who has liaised between the Church, which is on Preston New Road, Southport, and the charity said, ‘We have been joining forces with this amazing charity for over 20 years now and it’s wonderful to witness people’s continued generosity. As the Christian world celebrates Easter, it’s a perfect time to remember Jesus Christ taught we are all His children and we should grasp any opportunity to serve each other.’
Anyone wanting to help Southport Soup Kitchen in their work, is invited to contact them directly.
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 6:58 am
Southport Soup Kitchen has gratefully received a donation of wrapped chocolate treats (pictured),all ready for handing out over the Easter weekend. The Kitchen is a local charity that relies on volunteers as it receives no government funding. Each year the congregation at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints prepare the confectionery for the Kitchen. The members start their collection of chocolate soon after Christmas. Then the children get involved, making Easter cards, and there is always an eager volunteer, or two, to wrap the items all ready for gifting. 
Linda Roberts, who has liaised between the Church, which is on Preston New Road, Southport, and the charity said, ‘We have been joining forces with this amazing charity for over 20 years now and it’s wonderful to witness people’s continued generosity. As the Christian world celebrates Easter, it’s a perfect time to remember Jesus Christ taught we are all His children and we should grasp any opportunity to serve each other.’ 
Anyone wanting to help Southport Soup Kitchen in their work, is invited to contact them directly.

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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 6:30 am
# **Saturday and Sunday look the best days for weather in Southport this Easter**

# **Good Friday weather forecast**

Hopefully not much 'light rain' for the Easter weekend
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 6:00 am
# **Good Friday weather forecast**

Hopefully not much light rain for the Easter weekend

Friday..Wordle 1,014 3/6

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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 10:47 pm
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 10:20 pm
Late humour …

# **Ready for family fun? Reopens for the 2024 season tomorrow Good Friday**Looking for something to do over the Easter Weekend?👀🐰

Come and join us for our opening weekend 🎢 🎡 ⛳ 🚂

Book tickets online to get the best price
www.southportpleasureland.com

#Easterweekend #Bankholiday #Easter #Themepark #daysout #southport #SouthportPleasureland #tickets #booknow #fun
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 9:50 pm
# **Ready for family fun? Reopens for the 2024 season tomorrow Good Friday**

Are you ready for Southport Pleasureland 2024!

New themes, new rides, new experiences

www.southportpleasureland.com
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 9:47 pm
Are you ready for Southport Pleasureland 2024!

New themes, new rides, new experiences 

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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 9:35 pm
This Saturday

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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 8:55 pm
Who remembers the old chip pans and the chips cooked in lard. Crispiest ever!

When school's out in Sefton it's time to turn to text 📱

During the #Easter holidays if you are aged 11-19 and live in #Sefton, you can still contact your school nurse for advice 😊

If you live in other areas, your #SchoolNurse is still there for you 💙

bit.ly/MC-Chat-Health
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 8:50 pm

My next Advice surgery will be held on 5th April 2024, due to the closure of the Atkinson for Good Friday.

As always, the surgery will be held between the hours of 11am – 2pm in Room 1 at The Atkinson on Lord Street, and no appointment is necessary.
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 8:29 pm

3,2,1 STROLLERS 📸

Tonight was our final winter route run 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️ 🏃‍♀️
Its been a long dark few months but we all made it 😊

Well done all 🙌
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 8:21 pm

# **Easter fact check update**

Today is Thursday though it might feel like a Friday

Tomorrow is Good Friday

In the past you could not buy alcohol before noon but now only restrictions in Northern Ireland as part of the UK.

Clocks go FORWARD one hour 2am Sunday meaning one less hour of sleep and one less hour of rain probably. The bad and the good.

Always remember Spring Forward, Fall back for the clocks.

Weather seems best on Saturday and Sunday of the four day Easter break.

BIG supermarkets are SHUT on Easter Sunday so don't ask, they will be shut.

Respect to people who have to work during Easter.

Oh and Southport is being taken over by Dinosaurs this weekend and until April 14th - Get out there and find them.
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 7:55 pm
# **Easter fact check update**

Today is Thursday though it might feel like a Friday 

Tomorrow is Good Friday 

In the past you could not buy alcohol before noon but now only restrictions in Northern Ireland as part of the UK.

Clocks go FORWARD one hour 2am Sunday meaning one less hour of sleep and one less hour of rain probably. The bad and the good.

Always remember Spring Forward, Fall back for the clocks.

Weather seems best on Saturday and Sunday of the four day Easter break.

BIG supermarkets are SHUT on Easter Sunday so dont ask, they will be shut.

Respect to people who have to work during Easter.

Oh and Southport is being taken over by Dinosaurs this weekend and until April 14th - Get out there and find them.

# **[How to cope with feelings of grief and loss when a person is still alive](www.qlocal.co.uk/uk/news_list/How_to_cope_with_feelings_of_grief_and_loss_when_a_person_is_still_...

Grief and loss are both very complicated and difficult emotions, explains Alzheimer's Society's Head of Knowledge and Learning, Dr Tim Beanland..

When you are close to a person with dementia you may feel these emotions at different times and in different ways. For example, you may feel a sense of grief at the time of their diagnosis, or a series of losses as their dementia progresses. Grief is part of the adjustment to living with dementia.

When someone feels a sense of loss even though the person with dementia is still alive, this is known as ‘ambiguous loss’ or ‘living grief’. You may feel that the person’s personality has changed so much that they do not seem to be the same person, leading to a sense of grief that can be difficult to process.

**Moments of loss**

These can come in the small moments as well as the larger ones, for example if a mum who was known for her legendary Sunday roasts no longer knows how to use an oven. A dad who was a die-hard Liverpool FC fan – who knew every fact, figure, player, goal and score – now showing no care for who or when Liverpool are playing next.

With almost a million people living with dementia in the UK – there are at least a million versions of this sad story, with countless loved ones experiencing complicated, and sometimes confusing, emotions – helplessness, guilt, anger, sadness, denial, frustration, even relief to name a few.

**Feelings of loss when a person has dementia**

You and the person with dementia may both feel a sense of loss as their condition progresses and your relationship changes. You may grieve for a short time as you experience these changes, or the grief may be ongoing. Your feelings of grief may also change and go back and forth over time.

As dementia progresses, your relationship might shift from both of you supporting each other, to one where you take on much more caring responsibility. The person may become more dependent on support from you and others, which might be very difficult for you both to adjust to.

**Processing your feelings**

Feelings of loss and grief might make it harder for you to cope with caring. It’s important to acknowledge any feelings you have and try not to feel guilty about them. There is no right or wrong way to grieve or cope with loss.

When you’re supporting a person with dementia, you may sometimes feel you’re coping well, but then at other times feel overwhelmed by grief, or as though you have no feelings left. Some people find they feel angry or resentful at how things have turned out, things they have lost, and the difficulties they must face. Some feel a sense of loss about their own life. You may feel guilty or shocked if you are experiencing these emotions yourself. Try to remember that these feelings are a natural and valid response to a difficult situation.

Caring for a person with dementia can have a huge emotional impact, and feelings like these can be very difficult to cope with. It can be even harder if there are people around you who don’t fully understand or accept the impact the person’s dementia is having on you.

There is no right or wrong way to manage your feelings, but we have included some tips that may help you to manage your sense of grief and loss:

**Tips to help manage your feelings**

Find ways to express your feelings and how the situation is affecting you. Some people find it helpful to write a journal or to do creative activities such as art, music, or drama. Others may find that allowing themselves to cry helps them to express their grief.

Consider your own needs – try to make time to do something for yourself each day, such as meeting or calling friends, watching a favourite television show, or taking time to listen to music. Taking some time to relax even for a short time is very important.

Look after your physical and mental health – try to eat well, get as much rest as you can and do some exercise. If you’re feeling low or anxious, or are very tired or not sleeping, speak to your GP.

Look after any spiritual needs you have – for example, if you regularly go to religious services, try to continue doing so. If you’re not able to go to a place of worship, watching online services, praying or singing at home can be helpful.

Take a break – If you feel that you need a break to help you cope, you can speak to a social worker or dementia support worker about arranging this. Friends or family may also be able to step in to help.

Focus on the things that you and the person can still do together – there will be lots of changes to adjust to as the person’s dementia progresses. But try to also look for new opportunities to spend time with the person, as well as other interests you have that you enjoy.

There is no one right way to experience or cope with a loved one’s dementia - emotions experienced are likely to be different for everyone, but whilst feelings are often difficult and challenging, it’s important to remember that you are not alone.

Alzheimer’s Society is there for people again and again, through the hardest, most frightening times. If you need support or information, visit [www.alzheimers.org.uk](www.alzheimers.org.uk/) or phone the Dementia Support Line on 0333 150 3456

Reported at qlocal.co.uk/
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 7:40 pm
# **[How to cope with feelings of grief and loss when a person is still alive](https://www.qlocal.co.uk/uk/news_list/How_to_cope_with_feelings_of_grief_and_loss_when_a_person_is_still_alive-55069099.htm)**

Grief and loss are both very complicated and difficult emotions, explains Alzheimers Societys Head of Knowledge and Learning, Dr Tim Beanland..

When you are close to a person with dementia you may feel these emotions at different times and in different ways. For example, you may feel a sense of grief at the time of their diagnosis, or a series of losses as their dementia progresses. Grief is part of the adjustment to living with dementia.

When someone feels a sense of loss even though the person with dementia is still alive, this is known as ‘ambiguous loss’ or ‘living grief’. You may feel that the person’s personality has changed so much that they do not seem to be the same person, leading to a sense of grief that can be difficult to process.

**Moments of loss**

These can come in the small moments as well as the larger ones, for example if a mum who was known for her legendary Sunday roasts no longer knows how to use an oven. A dad who was a die-hard Liverpool FC fan – who knew every fact, figure, player, goal and score – now showing no care for who or when Liverpool are playing next.

With almost a million people living with dementia in the UK – there are at least a million versions of this sad story, with countless loved ones experiencing complicated, and sometimes confusing, emotions – helplessness, guilt, anger, sadness, denial, frustration, even relief to name a few.

**Feelings of loss when a person has dementia**

You and the person with dementia may both feel a sense of loss as their condition progresses and your relationship changes. You may grieve for a short time as you experience these changes, or the grief may be ongoing. Your feelings of grief may also change and go back and forth over time.

As dementia progresses, your relationship might shift from both of you supporting each other, to one where you take on much more caring responsibility. The person may become more dependent on support from you and others, which might be very difficult for you both to adjust to.

**Processing your feelings**

Feelings of loss and grief might make it harder for you to cope with caring. It’s important to acknowledge any feelings you have and try not to feel guilty about them. There is no right or wrong way to grieve or cope with loss.

When you’re supporting a person with dementia, you may sometimes feel you’re coping well, but then at other times feel overwhelmed by grief, or as though you have no feelings left. Some people find they feel angry or resentful at how things have turned out, things they have lost, and the difficulties they must face. Some feel a sense of loss about their own life. You may feel guilty or shocked if you are experiencing these emotions yourself. Try to remember that these feelings are a natural and valid response to a difficult situation.

Caring for a person with dementia can have a huge emotional impact, and feelings like these can be very difficult to cope with. It can be even harder if there are people around you who don’t fully understand or accept the impact the person’s dementia is having on you.

There is no right or wrong way to manage your feelings, but we have included some tips that may help you to manage your sense of grief and loss:

**Tips to help manage your feelings**

Find ways to express your feelings and how the situation is affecting you. Some people find it helpful to write a journal or to do creative activities such as art, music, or drama. Others may find that allowing themselves to cry helps them to express their grief.

Consider your own needs – try to make time to do something for yourself each day, such as meeting or calling friends, watching a favourite television show, or taking time to listen to music. Taking some time to relax even for a short time is very important.

Look after your physical and mental health – try to eat well, get as much rest as you can and do some exercise. If you’re feeling low or anxious, or are very tired or not sleeping, speak to your GP.

Look after any spiritual needs you have – for example, if you regularly go to religious services, try to continue doing so. If you’re not able to go to a place of worship, watching online services, praying or singing at home can be helpful.

Take a break – If you feel that you need a break to help you cope, you can speak to a social worker or dementia support worker about arranging this. Friends or family may also be able to step in to help.

Focus on the things that you and the person can still do together – there will be lots of changes to adjust to as the person’s dementia progresses. But try to also look for new opportunities to spend time with the person, as well as other interests you have that you enjoy.

There is no one right way to experience or cope with a loved one’s dementia - emotions experienced are likely to be different for everyone, but whilst feelings are often difficult and challenging, it’s important to remember that you are not alone.

Alzheimer’s Society is there for people again and again, through the hardest, most frightening times. If you need support or information, visit [www.alzheimers.org.uk](http://www.alzheimers.org.uk/) or phone the Dementia Support Line on 0333 150 3456

Reported at qlocal.co.uk/

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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 7:10 pm
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 6:57 pm

Sick to death with the selfish drivers
The guy in the black Honda civic parked outside Tesco thurs 6.30 disabled parking is for disabled not just because it’s closer to the entrance but because they have wider bays for disabled people as we need wider space to fully open are doors to exit and not damage cars next to us
You took my disabled parking would you like just one of my disability’s you selfish person
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 6:55 pm
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