Kirsty Blackman

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Attended a really interesting event run by Aberdeen Women's Alliance, marking International Women's Day. @Nolwazi_Ncube was a really powerful speaker, talking about how to tackle period poverty. A lot to think about now. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

So incredibly lucky to have this workspace at home, even though I do have to share it with the bairns when they need PC access. Big monitor and docking station were borrowed from my constituency office for lockdown no 1. https://t.co/Nl66ab7Y6c — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Still not enough work done. 🙄 am supposed to be reading. Instead discussed what we're going to do with the garden, how and where to buy topsoil, and donated to @KevinStewartSNP's crowdfunder (it's here, chuck him some pennies if you have spare https://t.co/5SnHE0vA1H ) — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Work uploaded to google classroom 💪🏼 Bairn chivvied through some more tasks and now I’m kicking him off the computer because I want to work at the desk. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@hannadryad Nope. Just children 🤨 — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@LazarusSalute Me too. My husband stole my last one and lost it, so I made him buy me a new one. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Had a chat with a colleague about some casework while sweeping the kitchen and dining room floors. (When did we last have spaghetti 😬 why are there bits of Christmas tree on the floor?!) — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

It is definitely time for another coffee. https://t.co/VgiIjokBkK — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

In normal times I would have got to Westminster before the urgent business and been in a seat in the chamber, bobbing, hoping to be called, rather than submitting my name in an online ballot. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

I have some important meetings this afternoon so won’t be able to apply to take part in any of the urgent business that may be happening today, unfortunately. #MakingWorkVisible — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

I showered and cleaned the shower simultaneously. (Don’t @ me). Then got the big one started on some further tasks, this time on the computer. I am now dressed and trying to work out who needs which tech during my meetings later. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

I checked google classroom and typed a list of tasks for him to do. Then got him started on the first ones. I did the small one’s hair and then my husband took her to school. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

The small one was fed (i spilled milk all over the worktop by accident 🙄) then chivvied to get her teeth brushed and uniform on. Big one was bundled into the shower and reminded to wash his hair, “PROPERLY, PLEASE.” — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Today is quite different. I woke up, checked my email and social media, got up, emptied the dishwasher, ate porridge and drank my first coffee of the day. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

It’s #IWD2021 and that means some tweets about #MakingWorkVisible on this very different IWD. This time last year I’d have dropped the kids at school at 9 and been in a taxi on the way to the airport to get to Westminster for business starting at 1430. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@smith_norrie There is no evidence to suggest that this is the case. It's a common misconception. In fact giving people the opportunity to talk about how they are feeling is a good thing. https://t.co/bA4k9DzjJD — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

It is so brave and difficult to talk about mental health. I hope that Meghan Markle speaking out will help others to know that #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@opoweroscotland I said celebrate "in your own home". I mean, I suppose you could have a house party if only those who live in your home attend. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@Superfind I really thought this was a doctored photo until I looked up the webcam myself. It's terrifying. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@Atholl1844 @UndauntableThot It's also not all Rangers fans, to be fair. I'm sure the vast, vast majority are celebrating safely. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

It will be really shit if strict measures have to be extended, or if bairns can't go back to school because of the behaviour of idiots in Glasgow. You can celebrate with a beer and a song in your own home, there is no need to take the risk of ruining all the progress we've made. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

RT @UpstartScot: For P1s, almost ¼ of their lives have been spent in a COVID pandemic. Lockdown. Scary stories. Maybe deaths in the family.… — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@moir2013 Oh I totally agree. Teachers can be doing some of the preventative work, but we need the services to be there to support those who need it. We've been ramping these up, including new CAMHS in Abdn, but the pandemic should make us think about prioritising MH even more in future. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@IainAye Absolutely agree! We have asked so much of teachers, particularly in the last year, we cannot justify asking them to teach during the holidays. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

So brilliant to see all these faces. What an awesome crowd. Cannot wait until we can meet in person once again. Thank you @YSINational for your organising on this. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

We must prepare them and teach them how to be resilient. I don't really think anything is more important for them at this time. Down time, in school holidays, is vital. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

The most important thing continues to be ensuring our children learn resilience. The recovery curriculum and the focus on health and wellbeing is so important. There is a significant risk to mental health of young people who have been through this year. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Much as home schooling has been a horrendous experience, the bairns really need a summer holiday. They've had a very hard year too. They have lost so much. I will argue vociferously against any attempt to reduce the school holidays. (This is being considered in England). — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

RT @CailynMcMahon: Shoutout to @mmackay132 for organising and chairing! Potentially the quickest turnaround from election to a national e… — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Oh man, I’m going to have to get dressed. On a Sunday. 🤣 — PolitiTweet.org