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14 February 2013. Reeva Steenkamp (aged 29), was shot dead by Paralympic athlete Oscar Pistorius. He claimed he mistook her for an intruder. Pistorius was found guilty of culpable homicide, but in 2015 this was changed to murder. He was released on parole in January 2024.

@ThreshedThought Great news - I'm sure you'll make a big impact.

Very happy to announce that I am on the House of Common’s Defence Select Committee. Regular followers will be relieved that there will be more defence/conflict/geopolitical content from now on. You never know - even break out the 🖍️🖍️🖍️ every now and again!

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay, a reminder of the importance of prioritising our mental wellbeing - especially workplace mental health. I've found supporting my mental health by taking daily walks in the neighbourhood every lunchtime (as long as it’s not raining!). During thes…

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay, a reminder of the importance of prioritising our mental wellbeing - especially workplace mental health. I've found supporting my mental health by taking daily walks in the neighbourhood every lunchtime (as long as it’s not… instagr.am/p/DA8629OSp7z/

Really looking forward to this today @transcend_tribe with @insiderretreats with Norm @iddrun on our 7th wedding anniversary

Really looking forward to this today @transcend_tribe with @insiderretreats with Norm @iddrun on our 7th wedding anniversary instagr.am/p/DAdaoukvdX1/

Ohhhhh it's back #granddesigns I think its going to be overbudget and over time.

DAY 24: SILVER I really need to get my #silverclayjewellery gear out and make some pretty jewellery. It has been far too long. I'm not doing much crafting at the moment for various dull reasons. Crafting helps my mental health and wellbeing. I made the… instagr.am/p/C_N9aGhPAdX/

DAY 24: SILVER I really need to get my #silverclayjewellery gear out and make some pretty jewellery. It has been far too long. I'm not doing much crafting at the moment for various dull reasons. Crafting helps my mental health and wellbeing. I made these earrings 3 years ago.…

DAY 2 GOLD lettering - after a long break I've picked up my embroidery hoop... and aiming to finish the hoop soon. Being creative really helps my metal health and #mindfulsewing and #mindfulmaking - it helps me stay in the moment. In other news, Im loving the #parisolympics202…

DAY 2 GOLD lettering - after a long break I've picked up my embroidery hoop... and aiming to finish the hoop soon. Being creative really helps my metal health and #mindfulsewing and #mindfulmaking - it helps me stay in the moment. In other news, Im lovi… instagr.am/p/C-OHMCHSD7q/

Dan Evans appreciation post ❤️ Evo always brings his best for Great Britain and is giving his all to win a medal with @andy_murray for @TeamGB By being in #Paris2024, Evo can't defend his @atptour Washington title - the biggest of his career! But some things just mean more 🇬🇧

DAY 1 MORNING LIGHT It's been boiling hot in Eccles all week. This is Potentilla 'Abbotswood' it was one of a couple of plants in the garden when I moved in nearly 15 years ago. It's going strong. I was out watering the plants this morning and noticed the light...I find wateri…

DAY 1 MORNING LIGHT It's been boiling hot in Eccles all week. This is Potentilla 'Abbotswood' it was one of a couple of plants in the garden when I moved in nearly 15 years ago. It's going strong. I was out watering the plants this morning and noticed t… instagr.am/p/C-JLS3uO49d/

Centre Court today - v excited :-) I can believe I got tickets in the ballot two years running. Its a cracking line up. #wimbledontennis #wimbledon🎾 instagr.am/p/C9Co3h2xJRA/

Centre Court today - v excited :-) I can believe I got tickets in the ballot two years running. Its a cracking line up. #wimbledontennis #wimbledon🎾

Forced to work in the rain unnecessarily? Join a union.

Very proud of Norm running #robburrowleedsmarathon on Sun for @mndassoc @mnda_manchesteranddistrict. Always remembering with love Norm's brother Derek who had this vile disease. @iddrun Spon sor link in stories instagr.am/p/C61y2B6NsBD/

Very proud of Norm running #robburrowleedsmarathon on Sun for @mndassoc @mnda_manchesteranddistrict. Always remembering with love Norm's brother Derek who had this vile disease. @iddrun Spon sor link in stories