Els Nicol 🕊️
@elsnicol.bsky.social
Dutch woman, married to Scot. Living in beautiful Argyll, Scotland. Yes4Indy and Pro EU. Climate concerned Christian, Pacifist & Oma to neuro-diverse grandchildren. Love learning, reading, poetry & crafts. Known for drinking a lot of tea!
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Els Nicol 🕊️
@elsnicol.bsky.social
· Nov 17
An old time favourite of mine, for giving hope when times feel dark 👇
#Tolkien
#Tolkien
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We have a great line-up for this event on Friday. Do please come if you're in the area.
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TIME FOR REAL CHANGE: democracy and climate justice
A live conversation about our shared future, with insights from distinguished speakers and activists.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 12:15 PM
We have a great line-up for this event on Friday. Do please come if you're in the area.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/time-for-r...
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/time-for-r...
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Join Scotland's Climate March
📍Glasgow Green
📅Saturday 15th November
⏰From 11am
📍Glasgow Green
📅Saturday 15th November
⏰From 11am
November 8, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Join Scotland's Climate March
📍Glasgow Green
📅Saturday 15th November
⏰From 11am
📍Glasgow Green
📅Saturday 15th November
⏰From 11am
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Word of the Day is ‘catchfart’ (17th century): an obsequious individual who sucks up to the boss and always follows the political wind.
November 7, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Word of the Day is ‘catchfart’ (17th century): an obsequious individual who sucks up to the boss and always follows the political wind.
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The state of the US summed up in a single image...
November 7, 2025 at 1:46 PM
The state of the US summed up in a single image...
My Advent reading sorted!!!
Nothing like a bedside book for Advent. I can't believe I haven't read this one yet.
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Nothing like a bedside book for Advent. I can't believe I haven't read this one yet.
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November 7, 2025 at 4:18 PM
My Advent reading sorted!!!
Nothing like a bedside book for Advent. I can't believe I haven't read this one yet.
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Nothing like a bedside book for Advent. I can't believe I haven't read this one yet.
❤️📚❤️📚❤️
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Ellen Neel (1916–1966), a Kwakwakaʼwakw First Nations artist and woodcarver, who was the first woman known to have professionally carved totem poles #WomensArt
November 4, 2025 at 5:08 AM
Ellen Neel (1916–1966), a Kwakwakaʼwakw First Nations artist and woodcarver, who was the first woman known to have professionally carved totem poles #WomensArt
No wonder the bird feeders are quiet this morning....
November 4, 2025 at 8:04 AM
No wonder the bird feeders are quiet this morning....
Why is the Independence movement in Scotland not highlighting the benefits of being on the borders in an independent Scotland? The Dutch see the benefits, even as EU member state.
@yesscot.bsky.social
@yesscot.bsky.social
November 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Why is the Independence movement in Scotland not highlighting the benefits of being on the borders in an independent Scotland? The Dutch see the benefits, even as EU member state.
@yesscot.bsky.social
@yesscot.bsky.social
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US artist Allison May Kiphuth creates layered ink and watercolour illustrations in wooden boxes inspired by her local landscape #WomensArt
November 3, 2025 at 5:33 PM
US artist Allison May Kiphuth creates layered ink and watercolour illustrations in wooden boxes inspired by her local landscape #WomensArt
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Can citizens and journalists unite to hold back authoritarianism and protect democracy?
On 4th November at 7pm, join our live online event with:
- George Monbiot
- Nafeez Ahmed
- Yasmin Alibhai-Brown
- Nick Lowles
Book now: bit.ly/BylinesHope
On 4th November at 7pm, join our live online event with:
- George Monbiot
- Nafeez Ahmed
- Yasmin Alibhai-Brown
- Nick Lowles
Book now: bit.ly/BylinesHope
November 2, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Can citizens and journalists unite to hold back authoritarianism and protect democracy?
On 4th November at 7pm, join our live online event with:
- George Monbiot
- Nafeez Ahmed
- Yasmin Alibhai-Brown
- Nick Lowles
Book now: bit.ly/BylinesHope
On 4th November at 7pm, join our live online event with:
- George Monbiot
- Nafeez Ahmed
- Yasmin Alibhai-Brown
- Nick Lowles
Book now: bit.ly/BylinesHope
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In case you missed it ...
This is the "preamble" or introduction to the EU's Charter of Fundamental Rights. It perfectly sums up the whole beauty of the European idea.
#RejoinEU 🇬🇧🇪🇺🕊
This is the "preamble" or introduction to the EU's Charter of Fundamental Rights. It perfectly sums up the whole beauty of the European idea.
#RejoinEU 🇬🇧🇪🇺🕊
November 1, 2025 at 2:07 PM
In case you missed it ...
This is the "preamble" or introduction to the EU's Charter of Fundamental Rights. It perfectly sums up the whole beauty of the European idea.
#RejoinEU 🇬🇧🇪🇺🕊
This is the "preamble" or introduction to the EU's Charter of Fundamental Rights. It perfectly sums up the whole beauty of the European idea.
#RejoinEU 🇬🇧🇪🇺🕊
Still a thing, apparently...
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The new fox hunting ‘season’ is now underway, we will be doing everything we can to expose and end this sick pastime. Follow us if you stand with us!
November 1, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Still a thing, apparently...
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anyone who boosts AI has to explain to me why this is worth it
October 31, 2025 at 1:31 AM
anyone who boosts AI has to explain to me why this is worth it
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A song for those using non-violent means to change the world. Written a couple of decades ago by Tom Paxton but so relevant today.
‘How beautiful on the mountain are the steps of those who walk in peace…’
#folk #TomPaxton #peace
youtu.be/eJVkiz4gXw4?...
‘How beautiful on the mountain are the steps of those who walk in peace…’
#folk #TomPaxton #peace
youtu.be/eJVkiz4gXw4?...
Tom Paxton w/ Robin Bullock "How Beautiful Upon The Mountain" @ Eddie Owen Presents
YouTube video by EOP Live
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October 29, 2025 at 1:06 PM
A song for those using non-violent means to change the world. Written a couple of decades ago by Tom Paxton but so relevant today.
‘How beautiful on the mountain are the steps of those who walk in peace…’
#folk #TomPaxton #peace
youtu.be/eJVkiz4gXw4?...
‘How beautiful on the mountain are the steps of those who walk in peace…’
#folk #TomPaxton #peace
youtu.be/eJVkiz4gXw4?...
I'm poorly with flu, so doing a bit of Netflix-ing. I enjoyed this Spanish series from Galicia:
Old Dog, New Tricks - it's about a vet who ends up working in a pet shop to make ends meet. Very funny, but series moments too.
Old Dog, New Tricks - it's about a vet who ends up working in a pet shop to make ends meet. Very funny, but series moments too.
October 29, 2025 at 8:31 PM
I'm poorly with flu, so doing a bit of Netflix-ing. I enjoyed this Spanish series from Galicia:
Old Dog, New Tricks - it's about a vet who ends up working in a pet shop to make ends meet. Very funny, but series moments too.
Old Dog, New Tricks - it's about a vet who ends up working in a pet shop to make ends meet. Very funny, but series moments too.
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Nearly a decade after the referendum, the reality is clear. From the economy to freedom of movement, Brexit’s impact is still being felt, and will be, until we rebuild our relationship with our European neighbours.
!['I will never change my opinion about Brexit. This is one of the biggest mistakes in our [shared European] history, I think. And today I think it's much more visible.' Donald Tusk, Prime Minister, Poland](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:bnuqsmli2rmtqcha6emaedr3/bafkreidaznijtee3llyxwtipv5atk4762ifuuhnahubwcav3wxmlgjwxsm@jpeg)
October 27, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Nearly a decade after the referendum, the reality is clear. From the economy to freedom of movement, Brexit’s impact is still being felt, and will be, until we rebuild our relationship with our European neighbours.
For those that do Halloween...
October 27, 2025 at 3:23 PM
For those that do Halloween...
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Remember, remember, the hogs in November. It's bonfire night soon. Remember that at this time of year hedgehogs are making homes in woodpiles or piles of garden waste. Please check before lighting your bonfire. (please share or print and display poster) #Hedgehogs #BonfireNight #GuyFawkes
October 27, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Remember, remember, the hogs in November. It's bonfire night soon. Remember that at this time of year hedgehogs are making homes in woodpiles or piles of garden waste. Please check before lighting your bonfire. (please share or print and display poster) #Hedgehogs #BonfireNight #GuyFawkes
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It's Monday tomorrow - here's a cute dormouse to help you cope with that fact.
They were spotted by Ranger George on a recent survey at Cadsonbury in Cornwall. It's all in a day's work for the ranger team who carefully manage the site so protected species like dormice can thrive.
Photo: George H
They were spotted by Ranger George on a recent survey at Cadsonbury in Cornwall. It's all in a day's work for the ranger team who carefully manage the site so protected species like dormice can thrive.
Photo: George H
October 27, 2025 at 7:12 AM
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🎣 Scotland brings the catch; Westminster keeps the cash.
🟦 Scotland lands 60% of UK fish but gets under 8% of the new £360m fishing fund.
👉 Here are 10 key facts you need to know: www.businessforscotland.com/the_uks_fish...
🟦 Scotland lands 60% of UK fish but gets under 8% of the new £360m fishing fund.
👉 Here are 10 key facts you need to know: www.businessforscotland.com/the_uks_fish...
October 24, 2025 at 12:30 PM
🎣 Scotland brings the catch; Westminster keeps the cash.
🟦 Scotland lands 60% of UK fish but gets under 8% of the new £360m fishing fund.
👉 Here are 10 key facts you need to know: www.businessforscotland.com/the_uks_fish...
🟦 Scotland lands 60% of UK fish but gets under 8% of the new £360m fishing fund.
👉 Here are 10 key facts you need to know: www.businessforscotland.com/the_uks_fish...
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UK Government Policy is now the greatest secret weapon for Scottish Independence.
Independent Scotland will be one of the Richest Countries in Europe.
Independent Scotland will be one of the Richest Countries in Europe.
October 24, 2025 at 12:37 PM
UK Government Policy is now the greatest secret weapon for Scottish Independence.
Independent Scotland will be one of the Richest Countries in Europe.
Independent Scotland will be one of the Richest Countries in Europe.
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There’s no way to stop climate change without consuming less.
Global use of coal hit record high in 2024
Bleak report finds greenhouse gas emissions are still rising despite ‘exponential’ growth of renewables
www.theguardian.com
October 22, 2025 at 9:01 AM
There’s no way to stop climate change without consuming less.
Rainbow weather today. I love it! 😍🌈
October 22, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Rainbow weather today. I love it! 😍🌈