Donna

OU English Literature & Creative Writing student

[Donna @dbelles_writes]

Grateful thanks to David @NOALIBISBOOKS for funding my bursary award at the @The_JHS 2024 Summer School in Armagh. Home to the #Allirelandfootballfinal winners! A fabulous conclusion to a fabulous week!

[Donna @dbelles_writes]

@Rainmaker1973 Brilliant idea.

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

In Germany, select supermarkets have introduced a thoughtful innovation for dog owners: pet parking pads.

These are modern, temperature-controlled and ventilated kennels installed near store entrances, allowing dogs to rest safely and comfortably while their owners shop inside. Developed by companies like DogSpot, the pods are designed to be secure, hygienic, and low-stress for pets. Owners can lock and unlock them conveniently via a smartphone app or a store-issued code.

The system helps prevent common risks such as dogs being tied up outside in bad weather or left in hot cars. The kennels maintain a pleasant climate year-round and feature transparent panels so dogs can see their surroundings, helping to reduce anxiety.

[Donna @dbelles_writes]

@celtic_jaime That's 2!

[Donna @dbelles_writes]

@celtic_jaime A'right mucker? (What about you?) 😂

[Donna @dbelles_writes]

@ADHDForReal 2

[Donna @dbelles_writes]

@MariaLuckyxo @TraumaHealing23 @Theholisticpsyc I love the title Trauma Twitter @MariaLuckyxo Perfect response too.

[Aoibh Johnson @AoibhTheWriter]

So super honoured. ♥️

[Byddi Lee 📚 Author |🎭Playwright |🎬 Screenwriter @Byddi]

Flash Fiction in the Orchard 2024 Line-up Announcement!
https://t.co/sTvYSyz6Aq

[Donna @dbelles_writes]

Please pass on to someone you know who needs to have their voice heard. Consultation closing on the 19th September.
consultationhttps://www.executiveoffice-ni.gov.uk/consultations/truth-recovery-public-consultation-statutory-public-inquiry-and-financial-redress-scheme

[Truth Recovery Independent Panel @TruthPanel_NI]

Further information on how to have your voice heard 👉

https://t.co/uVO0Lrep69

[The SDLP @SDLPlive]

Difference is an accident of birth.
Difference is of the essence of humanity.
Respect for difference is the first and deepest principle of real peace.

Today, on John Hume’s 4th anniversary, his core belief is more important than ever.

[Sinéad Griffin @SineadGrif]

Really pleased to learn I've a poem on the shortlist! @write_KQ
https://t.co/YeQ9Qx1YGw

[Donna @dbelles_writes]

@DarceyDugan Beautiful Darcy 😍

[Arts Council of Northern Ireland @ArtsCouncilNI]

#NationalLottery Artists' International Development Fund now open for applications.

The programme, jointly funded with @BCouncil_NI, will support early-stage international development opportunities for individual, freelance and self-employed artists and organisations based in #NorthernIreland.

Individuals: https://t.co/s9eCnh7ACL

Organisations: https://t.co/UDkOi2MoG9

[Donna @dbelles_writes]

It was a great honour to have received this bursary from the wonderfully welcoming team @The_JHS. I will cherish the lessons learned, the talks and conversations with fellow writers and academics, for years to come. I'd encourage all writers to apply for a bursary next year!

[The John Hewitt Society @The_JHS]

Just catching our breath from the 37th John Hewitt International Summer School! So many great writers, thinkers & performers all under one roof. Capped off by Friday's certificate ceremony for our excellent crop of Bursary & Freedom to Write folk. Thank you all & Up Armagh! 🙏

[Paula McFetridge @PaulaMcFetridge]

If you are interested in the work of Kabosh please take this opportunity to learn from our international colleagues in Lebanon, France and Palestine. You’ll be inspired …..

[Csilla Toldy @CsillaToldy]

It was wonderful to be part of this discussion, talking about the #migrant experience and #BedTableDoor. Thanks to @The_JHS @Byddi @NOALIBISBOOKS #JHSS2024

[Abbey Theatre @AbbeyTheatre]

Register now below to secure your spot, and to see our other Time To Write dates for 2024 📝 📆

Share this post with any creatives who you think would love this opportunity 🙌

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[Donna @dbelles_writes]

💯 @Byddi I teally loved this discussion. Proper honest insights into writing. The ink ran out of my pen writing notes!

[Byddi Lee 📚 Author |🎭Playwright |🎬 Screenwriter @Byddi]

An absolute pleasure to see this warm, wonderful woman @lizzienugent again. Love how she sets a lovely supportive vibe with her fellow panelists. A wee gem 💎

[Richardtellingstories @Richardstories]

Hear me tell a story.....tomorrow Friday night in East Belfast...