Colleen O'Sullivan
@ldnphile.bsky.social
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I'm into travel, trees, beer, cider, perry and generally booze. Also cats. Also also video games, primarily Fortnite, which I stream.
I'm into travel, trees, beer, cider, perry and generally booze. Also cats. Also also video games, primarily Fortnite, which I stream.
Really lucky to have spent a bit of time in Catlins forest park on the south island of New Zealand last week in between the rain and wind. Felt properly other worldly.
November 6, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Really lucky to have spent a bit of time in Catlins forest park on the south island of New Zealand last week in between the rain and wind. Felt properly other worldly.
Having done a bit of notable tree removal in my time, I'm looking forward to this session.
October 21, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Having done a bit of notable tree removal in my time, I'm looking forward to this session.
Christchurch NZ really does look like England.
October 21, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Christchurch NZ really does look like England.
The glamour of cider making in full swing today: racking.
October 4, 2025 at 12:44 PM
The glamour of cider making in full swing today: racking.
Reposted by Colleen O'Sullivan
🌳 Cities are setting targets for urban tree cover, but how effective are they?
A new study finds targets range from 4% to 50%, with timelines from 3 to 51 years. Researchers recommend using the SMART framework to make these goals realistic and impactful.
www.forestresearch.gov.uk/news/thinkin...
A new study finds targets range from 4% to 50%, with timelines from 3 to 51 years. Researchers recommend using the SMART framework to make these goals realistic and impactful.
www.forestresearch.gov.uk/news/thinkin...
Thinking SMART when setting targets for urban tree cover - Forest Research
Urban tree cover should be SMART (Specific; Measurable; Achievable; Resourced; Time-bound), say researchers
www.forestresearch.gov.uk
September 18, 2025 at 8:40 AM
🌳 Cities are setting targets for urban tree cover, but how effective are they?
A new study finds targets range from 4% to 50%, with timelines from 3 to 51 years. Researchers recommend using the SMART framework to make these goals realistic and impactful.
www.forestresearch.gov.uk/news/thinkin...
A new study finds targets range from 4% to 50%, with timelines from 3 to 51 years. Researchers recommend using the SMART framework to make these goals realistic and impactful.
www.forestresearch.gov.uk/news/thinkin...
Another request: can someone do research on below ground anchoring systems? I really don't like them. I think they end up damaging the trunk/root flare/roots a lot and not great for grinding the stump out.
September 15, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Another request: can someone do research on below ground anchoring systems? I really don't like them. I think they end up damaging the trunk/root flare/roots a lot and not great for grinding the stump out.
When someone forwards you an email that was originally addressed to you. 🫨
"Dear Colleen FYI"
Got it the first time m8, but thanks for sending it a second time.
"Dear Colleen FYI"
Got it the first time m8, but thanks for sending it a second time.
September 5, 2025 at 10:01 AM
When someone forwards you an email that was originally addressed to you. 🫨
"Dear Colleen FYI"
Got it the first time m8, but thanks for sending it a second time.
"Dear Colleen FYI"
Got it the first time m8, but thanks for sending it a second time.
I've been sick and by myself the last 6 days. It's led to me going to the supermarket several times, buying items I will eventually use, but definitely don't need right now. Someone please stop me from stockpiling.
July 31, 2025 at 8:33 AM
I've been sick and by myself the last 6 days. It's led to me going to the supermarket several times, buying items I will eventually use, but definitely don't need right now. Someone please stop me from stockpiling.
Can someone please do some research into summer branch drop? Thank you in advance.
July 23, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Can someone please do some research into summer branch drop? Thank you in advance.
New bark, who dis?
July 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM
New bark, who dis?
So lucky to have the beautiful River Graveney near our house. A mighty tributary to the River Wandle.
July 21, 2025 at 11:42 AM
So lucky to have the beautiful River Graveney near our house. A mighty tributary to the River Wandle.
I am going to start writing again in earnest. If I say it here, I'll do it, right?
July 16, 2025 at 12:38 PM
I am going to start writing again in earnest. If I say it here, I'll do it, right?
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July 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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And today in the category of Questions I Never Thought I'd Be Asked:
"Do you know if there's an apostrophe in O'Sullivan?"
Actually...I do know.
"Do you know if there's an apostrophe in O'Sullivan?"
Actually...I do know.
July 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM
And today in the category of Questions I Never Thought I'd Be Asked:
"Do you know if there's an apostrophe in O'Sullivan?"
Actually...I do know.
"Do you know if there's an apostrophe in O'Sullivan?"
Actually...I do know.
I got asked if something I wrote was written by AI.
No, actually. I can write paragraphs and misspell words just fine myself thank you.
No, actually. I can write paragraphs and misspell words just fine myself thank you.
July 10, 2025 at 8:38 PM
I got asked if something I wrote was written by AI.
No, actually. I can write paragraphs and misspell words just fine myself thank you.
No, actually. I can write paragraphs and misspell words just fine myself thank you.
Our "curly elm". There are two others nearby, but Dutch elm disease has claimed one and the other is showing symptoms. May not have long to enjoy this one.
July 9, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Our "curly elm". There are two others nearby, but Dutch elm disease has claimed one and the other is showing symptoms. May not have long to enjoy this one.
I had a great time in June, but please can the partying tone down in July? 😮💨
July 1, 2025 at 12:39 PM
I had a great time in June, but please can the partying tone down in July? 😮💨
I went to buy some wine in a shop in Vienna. I actually spoke German the whole conversation with the sales person, but now I am sweaty and need a lie down. I did manage to purchase two bottles of Austrian wine though. #SocialAnxietyIsReal
June 11, 2025 at 8:59 AM
I went to buy some wine in a shop in Vienna. I actually spoke German the whole conversation with the sales person, but now I am sweaty and need a lie down. I did manage to purchase two bottles of Austrian wine though. #SocialAnxietyIsReal
Gonna be a real soggy #FyneFest25. Not sure I'll be in flip flops this year. 😬
May 26, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Gonna be a real soggy #FyneFest25. Not sure I'll be in flip flops this year. 😬
Fraxinus ornus in full bloom at the moment. We only have a few in the borough, but I don't remember them looking so splendid previously. Very fragrant too.
April 30, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Fraxinus ornus in full bloom at the moment. We only have a few in the borough, but I don't remember them looking so splendid previously. Very fragrant too.
The bluebells are out and hawthorns are starting to come into full bloom. What a wonderful time of year.
April 24, 2025 at 7:15 AM
The bluebells are out and hawthorns are starting to come into full bloom. What a wonderful time of year.
While I miss inspecting trees everyday, ATM I am enjoying being tech focused to improve the ways we look after trees and communicate that information.
a cartoon of a man sitting in front of a rainbow with the words welcome to the internet i 'll be your guide
ALT: a cartoon of a man sitting in front of a rainbow with the words welcome to the internet i 'll be your guide
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April 24, 2025 at 7:08 AM
While I miss inspecting trees everyday, ATM I am enjoying being tech focused to improve the ways we look after trees and communicate that information.
Saaz loves attacking my hand and a string at the same time.
April 18, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Saaz loves attacking my hand and a string at the same time.
I've had such a random day at work in regards to work, lunch and after that it does appear I have not yet tired of London. Check out my lunch: beef rendang roti. 🤤
April 17, 2025 at 5:23 PM
I've had such a random day at work in regards to work, lunch and after that it does appear I have not yet tired of London. Check out my lunch: beef rendang roti. 🤤
Cowboy arbs setting my blood pressure off this morning.
Trees AREN'T dangerous.
Also, are you a charity or a tree company???
Trees AREN'T dangerous.
Also, are you a charity or a tree company???
April 1, 2025 at 8:04 AM
Cowboy arbs setting my blood pressure off this morning.
Trees AREN'T dangerous.
Also, are you a charity or a tree company???
Trees AREN'T dangerous.
Also, are you a charity or a tree company???