John M 🇬🇧🇺🇦
@john0109.bsky.social
Dad, RAF Veteran and survivor of numerous Leeds United ups and downs. Lover of nature, history, books and making miniatures. 75% English, 15% Welsh, 10% Odds & Ends.
Just looking for things to make me smile...or think...or think and smile.
Just looking for things to make me smile...or think...or think and smile.
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John M 🇬🇧🇺🇦
@john0109.bsky.social
· Oct 15
Today we raise our drinks and declare it to be #d-day -
#delightful #daughters #dependable #dedicated #doting #dads #diversity #disability #DownsSyndrome #despair (sometimes!) #dancing (all the time!) ♥️🤗 😊
#delightful #daughters #dependable #dedicated #doting #dads #diversity #disability #DownsSyndrome #despair (sometimes!) #dancing (all the time!) ♥️🤗 😊
There are accounts on here that are clearly fake, bot-things. Most don't seem to last long.
And then there are accounts that you know are fake but are playing a longer game and you can't quite (yet) work out what they're up too. Intriguing. 🤔
And then there are accounts that you know are fake but are playing a longer game and you can't quite (yet) work out what they're up too. Intriguing. 🤔
January 4, 2026 at 9:48 AM
There are accounts on here that are clearly fake, bot-things. Most don't seem to last long.
And then there are accounts that you know are fake but are playing a longer game and you can't quite (yet) work out what they're up too. Intriguing. 🤔
And then there are accounts that you know are fake but are playing a longer game and you can't quite (yet) work out what they're up too. Intriguing. 🤔
Goodbye fellas. 👋 See you in December. #UndecorationDay
January 3, 2026 at 9:37 AM
Goodbye fellas. 👋 See you in December. #UndecorationDay
I couldn't have put it better Kay. We march on...! 🥳 #lufc #PositiveVibes
A point away from home, I’ll take that any day of the week. Well done #Leeds. So proud of the players, and our awesome Manager #DanielFarke. What a great start to 2026 🥳💙💛 #lufc #mot #believe
👊 Hard fought point on the road!
January 1, 2026 at 7:45 PM
I couldn't have put it better Kay. We march on...! 🥳 #lufc #PositiveVibes
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Finally going through 5 months of photos and videos from a blissful sabbatical in Panama and found this clip of hummingbird insanity—a day or so later we decided maybe it was time to take the feeder down for a bit.
December 28, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Finally going through 5 months of photos and videos from a blissful sabbatical in Panama and found this clip of hummingbird insanity—a day or so later we decided maybe it was time to take the feeder down for a bit.
I'd just like to echo these thoughts and wish everyone, whether you're already celebrating or have a few more hours to wait, a very Happy New Year. 🥳
I doubt I'll be up at #Midnight so I'll wish everyone a Happy New Year and Hogmanay now 😊. I'm so grateful to the #Birdoftheday people especially @alan678.bsky.social & @robcrank68.bsky.social for hosting 🙏. It's such a wholesome & happy place, they've restored my faith in social media 😁. Thank you.
a cartoon of snoopy wearing a top hat and holding a cane says new year 's eve
ALT: a cartoon of snoopy wearing a top hat and holding a cane says new year 's eve
media.tenor.com
December 31, 2025 at 10:17 AM
I'd just like to echo these thoughts and wish everyone, whether you're already celebrating or have a few more hours to wait, a very Happy New Year. 🥳
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This light can never be taken from us.
Kyiv, December 24, 2025
Kyiv, December 24, 2025
December 24, 2025 at 6:21 PM
This light can never be taken from us.
Kyiv, December 24, 2025
Kyiv, December 24, 2025
@shonamaclean.bsky.social There are times when I just want to grab Alexander Seaton by the shoulders, give him a good shake, and yell "For God's sake, man, get a grip!" 😠 #TheDevilsRecruit
(Oh, and a Merry Christmas!) 😊
(Oh, and a Merry Christmas!) 😊
December 24, 2025 at 3:55 PM
@shonamaclean.bsky.social There are times when I just want to grab Alexander Seaton by the shoulders, give him a good shake, and yell "For God's sake, man, get a grip!" 😠 #TheDevilsRecruit
(Oh, and a Merry Christmas!) 😊
(Oh, and a Merry Christmas!) 😊
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Carols in the Kyiv metro.
Sending you a bit of Christmas spirit from Ukraine.
Sending you a bit of Christmas spirit from Ukraine.
December 24, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Carols in the Kyiv metro.
Sending you a bit of Christmas spirit from Ukraine.
Sending you a bit of Christmas spirit from Ukraine.
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It’s nearly Christmas! We’re so excited we might just join today’s festive friend for a little dance…
#RSPBAdvent25
#RSPBAdvent25
December 24, 2025 at 8:01 AM
It’s nearly Christmas! We’re so excited we might just join today’s festive friend for a little dance…
#RSPBAdvent25
#RSPBAdvent25
I know that many of you will be busy today preparing for Christmas. But take some time out to read this wonderful, uplifting thread...
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
This night 26 years ago was the lowest point in my adult life. After six months in Sweden I had no job, no prospects and about three euro in my pocket. I didn't want to be here any more.
In truth, I didn't want to be anywhere any more.
I was a total failure.
This night 26 years ago was the lowest point in my adult life. After six months in Sweden I had no job, no prospects and about three euro in my pocket. I didn't want to be here any more.
In truth, I didn't want to be anywhere any more.
I was a total failure.
December 24, 2025 at 9:52 AM
I know that many of you will be busy today preparing for Christmas. But take some time out to read this wonderful, uplifting thread...
A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year everyone! 🎅🎄
And a big thank you to friends, followers and the wonderful #BlueSky community for your support, likes, and engagement this year.
And a big thank you to friends, followers and the wonderful #BlueSky community for your support, likes, and engagement this year.
December 24, 2025 at 9:39 AM
A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year everyone! 🎅🎄
And a big thank you to friends, followers and the wonderful #BlueSky community for your support, likes, and engagement this year.
And a big thank you to friends, followers and the wonderful #BlueSky community for your support, likes, and engagement this year.
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South aisle east window in the Church of All Saints, North Street, York The glass dates from c.1330 and originally stood behind the High Altar. Some panels are modern replacements. Scenes include the Annunciation, Nativity and, Adoration of the Magi. The tracery is mostly later. Click to enlarge.
December 24, 2025 at 5:00 AM
South aisle east window in the Church of All Saints, North Street, York The glass dates from c.1330 and originally stood behind the High Altar. Some panels are modern replacements. Scenes include the Annunciation, Nativity and, Adoration of the Magi. The tracery is mostly later. Click to enlarge.
OK, no bending of rules in this post, here's a genuine 'zero'. Especially for those of you who were wondering how my hair looks so healthy and shiny. 👴😂
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekZforZero
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekZforZero
December 23, 2025 at 2:54 PM
OK, no bending of rules in this post, here's a genuine 'zero'. Especially for those of you who were wondering how my hair looks so healthy and shiny. 👴😂
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekZforZero
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekZforZero
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Each door of the History & Heritage Yorkshire Advent Calendar reveals a festive nugget of history, folklore and traditions, curious snippets and the events that shaped the region. Please enlarge the image to read. #AdventCalendar #Heritage
December 23, 2025 at 6:12 AM
Each door of the History & Heritage Yorkshire Advent Calendar reveals a festive nugget of history, folklore and traditions, curious snippets and the events that shaped the region. Please enlarge the image to read. #AdventCalendar #Heritage
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Looks like today's festive friend has some last minute Christmas errands to run...
Only two more sleeps to go! 🎄🎁😍
#RSPBAdvent25
Only two more sleeps to go! 🎄🎁😍
#RSPBAdvent25
December 23, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Looks like today's festive friend has some last minute Christmas errands to run...
Only two more sleeps to go! 🎄🎁😍
#RSPBAdvent25
Only two more sleeps to go! 🎄🎁😍
#RSPBAdvent25
I'm reposting this Mitsubishi 'Zero' as my first contribution for today to #AlphabetChallenge, #WeekZforZero!
#HappyTuesday BlueSky people. 😊
#HappyTuesday BlueSky people. 😊
Watch: Mitsubishi A6M3 Model 32 Zero Flies Again After Decades of Restoration.
▶️ vintageaviationnews.com/warbirds-new...
▶️ vintageaviationnews.com/warbirds-new...
December 23, 2025 at 8:12 AM
I'm reposting this Mitsubishi 'Zero' as my first contribution for today to #AlphabetChallenge, #WeekZforZero!
#HappyTuesday BlueSky people. 😊
#HappyTuesday BlueSky people. 😊
@heisholt.bsky.social Sounds like a useful handbook for would-be pillagers and plunderers, Erik! 🤣
In March 2026 we publish Vikings: Culture of Discovery and Plunder.
Featuring stunning artwork and photographs, this book examines the world of the Vikings, from their warrior customs and tactics to their weapons and iconic longships.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/4p2o6d4
Featuring stunning artwork and photographs, this book examines the world of the Vikings, from their warrior customs and tactics to their weapons and iconic longships.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/4p2o6d4
December 22, 2025 at 5:39 PM
@heisholt.bsky.social Sounds like a useful handbook for would-be pillagers and plunderers, Erik! 🤣
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The south side of the extremely beautiful and wonderfully eccentric St Conan's Kirk on the north shore of Loch Awe in Argyll. It was built in the years from 1907, drawing on elements of many different church styles. More pics and info: www.undiscoveredscot...
#Scotland #LochAwe #Argyll
#Scotland #LochAwe #Argyll
December 22, 2025 at 5:01 PM
The south side of the extremely beautiful and wonderfully eccentric St Conan's Kirk on the north shore of Loch Awe in Argyll. It was built in the years from 1907, drawing on elements of many different church styles. More pics and info: www.undiscoveredscot...
#Scotland #LochAwe #Argyll
#Scotland #LochAwe #Argyll
In the blurb the town (portrayed by Knaresborough) is described as an 'English village'. I need waste no further effort on this one. I thank you.
Films 2025
154. Tinsel Town (2025)
Former A-Lister travels to England to perform in a Christmas Film about a former A-Lister travelling to England to perform in Christma Panto.Too on the nose?
Ah well..at least Kiefer is joining Michelle Pfieffer in having a Xmas favourite..except this is bad.
4/10
154. Tinsel Town (2025)
Former A-Lister travels to England to perform in a Christmas Film about a former A-Lister travelling to England to perform in Christma Panto.Too on the nose?
Ah well..at least Kiefer is joining Michelle Pfieffer in having a Xmas favourite..except this is bad.
4/10
December 22, 2025 at 4:24 PM
In the blurb the town (portrayed by Knaresborough) is described as an 'English village'. I need waste no further effort on this one. I thank you.
I have no idea what I was playing with all those years ago. But I'm going to claim that I was learning my numbers, starting (of course) with 'zero'! 😂0️⃣
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekZforZero
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekZforZero
December 22, 2025 at 1:20 PM
I have no idea what I was playing with all those years ago. But I'm going to claim that I was learning my numbers, starting (of course) with 'zero'! 😂0️⃣
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekZforZero
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekZforZero
Now this should make for an interesting episode of #CanalBoatDiaries. Get out of that Robbie Cumming and 'Naughty Lass'! 🫣
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Major incident declared over Shropshire canal 'sinkhole'
A multi-agency response is under way at the scene in Whitchurch, with the public asked to stay away.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 22, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Now this should make for an interesting episode of #CanalBoatDiaries. Get out of that Robbie Cumming and 'Naughty Lass'! 🫣
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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December 22, 2025 at 9:15 AM
North York Moors Railway - #Class47 47077 "North Star" diesel locomotive.
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekZforZero
#SteamTrainDiaries #NYMR
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekZforZero
#SteamTrainDiaries #NYMR
December 22, 2025 at 8:29 AM
North York Moors Railway - #Class47 47077 "North Star" diesel locomotive.
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekZforZero
#SteamTrainDiaries #NYMR
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekZforZero
#SteamTrainDiaries #NYMR