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Shireen
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🐾Animal Lover|🌸Gardener|🚴‍♀️Cyclist & Walker|🎶Vinyl Music lover|🎓PhD in Sociology|⚖️Advocate for Equalities & Women's Rights|🍳Home Cooking Devotee|🌍Environmental Enthusiast.
I embrace my unique quirks. Views here are my own.
I saw this on X and had to share; it is so true. I have found more loyalty in paws than in politic
December 5, 2025 at 4:41 PM
A tree full of lights, memories, and a touch of magic. 🌲✨
Christmas brings out the child in all of us 🎄❤️, reminding us that wonder never fades.
This season, as Districts 12 & 13 remind us: Hope is the spark 🔥 that outshines the darkest winter ❄️🏹
Magic, resilience, and sparkle all in one tree 🌟💫🎁💚🤍.
December 1, 2025 at 4:11 PM
The Hunger Games: Oxford
Behind the satire is a serious concern. Oxford will be divided into districts, with a congested bypass linking them, once passes used.
The districts may be fictional, but the disruption, is real. We’re challenging this legally gofund.me/84fde38f6.
Oxford deserves better🌘
October 22, 2025 at 8:47 AM
Summer’s packed its bags, but my flowers missed the memo and still they dance, graceful and defiant, in the final kisses of sunlight.
A quiet rebellion of colour as autumn settles in 🌸
October 6, 2025 at 3:13 PM
I came across this online and it made me smile:

“If people don’t like you, it’s okay. You only need to be concerned when dogs don’t like you—then it’s time for some reflection.”

Poppy approves of me, so I must be doing something right 🐾♥️
#DogWisdom #Dogs
October 6, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Sunday soundtrack sorted. You can’t beat a bit of Boney M.
September 28, 2025 at 9:47 AM
Blenheim Palace from Above 🏛️
Due to restoration works, we ascended to the rooftop at Blenheim for breathtaking views.
Inside, I met Bacchus🍇, smiling with grapes & proud of his rosé legacy. Lunch at the Orangery was lovely, but the wine stole the show🍷. I suspect Bacchus had a hand in the pairing.
September 12, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Spotted this little visitor nestled on the Passiflora caerulea. Not sure who was more surprised, me or the spider, neither of us expected company! 🕷️🌸👀
August 16, 2025 at 4:32 PM
I marvel at Mother Nature in all her glory; a few blooms, a quiet moment, and a whole world of wonder. 🌸🌿

#Garden #Oxford #Oxfordshire #GardenWonder #NatureInBloom
July 27, 2025 at 11:59 AM
The bees on these flowers remind me that small, quiet work helps sustain entire ecosystems; a quiet reminder that persistence matters. 🐝🌼
#pollinators #gentlepersistence #garden #Oxfordshire #gardening
July 26, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Big shout-out to the bees keeping Oxford’s blooms buzzing and business booming, zero emissions, max pollination. 🐝🌸💼 Nature’s tiny workers are earning five-star flower reviews across the garden! 🌿🌼✨
#BusyBees #PollinatorPower #GardenJoy #BeeTheChange #NatureWins
July 22, 2025 at 7:05 PM
The butterfly floats like a whisper of new beginnings. The bee buzzes with purpose, grounded and determined. They move so differently, yet both are beautiful to me, each playing their part in the rhythm of nature. 🦋🐝
July 17, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Oxford temporary congestion charge for cars
OCC are asking for your views on six temporary congestion charge locations for cars in Oxford
1. Submit your consultation Response
letstalk.oxfordshire.gov.uk/congestion-c...
2. Sign the online petition
actionstorm.org/peitions/sto...
3. Spread the word.
June 25, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Officially embracing my inner dogtrovert. People are lovely, but dogs just get me. Something about muddy paws, big eyes, and zero small talk—it’s the dream. 🐾
June 21, 2025 at 3:38 PM
A Fresh Voice for Marston & Northway—Vote Nasreen Majeed!

Just finished delivering leaflets for Nasreen Majeed, your Independent candidate for Marston & Northway!
Check Nasreen's leaflet below to learn more about her vision. It's time to change the way Oxfordshire is governed—vote Independent!
April 21, 2025 at 3:01 PM
I am sharing an important post from the IOA with links to the County Council cabinet meeting discussions
youtu.be/9Yzn2pXn1P0 , youtu.be/6oZEmtyTBQs and youtu.be/oSvpoVxFsrM%...
March 27, 2025 at 11:24 AM
I am sharing a post from Mark Beer OBE, who has voiced his concerns about the proposed removal of vital parking on Banbury Road. Mark encourages everyone to share their views via the survey before the 23 March deadline📢 here letstalk.oxfordshire.gov.uk/compf/survey....
March 23, 2025 at 10:30 AM
🌱 Seeds sown for a lush garden,🌲majestic conifers expertly trimmed🛠️ fences shining with fresh stain🌿soil enriched & teeming with life, nourishing plant food added and greenhouse cleaned. The countdown to sun-soaked days begins!🌞🌼 Ready to bloom with excitement for spring?🌷🌻 #SpringAwakening #Garden
March 11, 2025 at 4:44 PM
LTNs - is Summertown next?

New plans are being proposed for changes in the City and North Oxford. As part of the Central Oxfordshire Movement and Place Framework - Phase 1: City Centre and North Oxford See letstalk.oxfordshire.gov.uk/compf
March 4, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Oxfordshire potholes cost council millions in repairs.
I thought I would share this post from Independent Oxford Alliance. It's crucial that we address these ongoing issues affecting our community oxfordmail.co.uk/news/24972778.
March 1, 2025 at 1:00 PM
I just had to share this gem from X. It really resonates with me! Dogs truly have a way of making everything better. 🐾❤️
#DogLovers #PetLove #DogsMakeMeHappy #Heartfelt #FurryFriends #PetLife #DogsOfBluesky #DogLife #Pawfect #Dogs
February 27, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Great to see the Independents out today collecting signatures for a petition opposing the closure of the Ozone Complex. 📸 Their dedication to our community is truly commendable! Let's stand together to protect our local amenities. #SaveOzoneComplex #CommunitySupport #Oxfordshire #Oxford
February 23, 2025 at 6:12 PM
“Major new piece from the Times. A review of 90 low-traffic neighbourhoods found locals opposed the scheme in 87 per cent of cases where polling was conducted. The majority went ahead anyway. Behind the paywall but read it here." johnstewartliveblog.wordpress.com/2025/02/21/res
February 21, 2025 at 11:53 AM
I am delighted to confirm that Nasreen Majeed will be standing as an Independent Oxford Alliance candidate for Marston and Northway Division at the County Council elections in May 2025.
See the attached calling card and further details about our team here: independentoxfordalliance.org#meettheteam
February 15, 2025 at 8:32 PM
I'm delighted to see the IOA announce two more candidates for the county elections! Good luck to Inga Nicholas & Mark Beer, OBE, you will be fantastic advocates for our communities. It’s time to change the way Oxfordshire is governed: vote Independent. - independentoxfordalliance.org/.../announci...
February 11, 2025 at 10:03 AM