Mike Rossiter
@mikerossiter.bsky.social
I'm retired, a humanist who loves running, reading fantasy and prog rock. Dysgwyr Cymraeg. You can find me at Tremorfa #parkrun. Born and bred in Cardiff, Wales.
Well done to anyone who ran, walked, supported or volunteered this morning at #parkrun. Extra points for getting out in this atrocious weather. 👍💪🌧🌬
February 7, 2026 at 10:34 AM
Well done to anyone who ran, walked, supported or volunteered this morning at #parkrun. Extra points for getting out in this atrocious weather. 👍💪🌧🌬
A very pleasant surprise after finishing this book was that it was just a single book; no trilogy or multiple novels to buy. I really enjoyed it too. Recommended if you like fantasy.
The Queen's Assassin by James Barclay
#booksky
The Queen's Assassin by James Barclay
#booksky
February 5, 2026 at 6:37 PM
A very pleasant surprise after finishing this book was that it was just a single book; no trilogy or multiple novels to buy. I really enjoyed it too. Recommended if you like fantasy.
The Queen's Assassin by James Barclay
#booksky
The Queen's Assassin by James Barclay
#booksky
Busy day today. 10 mile run. Mammogram. 3 mile dog walk. I'm now 12 years post op. Don't forget that men get breast cancer too. Check your chest guys. #breastcancerinmen #malebreastcancer
February 3, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Busy day today. 10 mile run. Mammogram. 3 mile dog walk. I'm now 12 years post op. Don't forget that men get breast cancer too. Check your chest guys. #breastcancerinmen #malebreastcancer
There's air beneath my feet! Thanks to Carol for the photo and huge thanks to all the core team and volunteers for standing out in the pouring rain at Tremorfa #parkrun this morning.
January 31, 2026 at 2:44 PM
There's air beneath my feet! Thanks to Carol for the photo and huge thanks to all the core team and volunteers for standing out in the pouring rain at Tremorfa #parkrun this morning.
BBC News - 'Silent' fireworks-only rule voted in for city displays
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Cardiff council backs 'silent' fireworks rule to protect pets and kids
The council motion also urges governments to limit the noise level of fireworks sold to the public.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 30, 2026 at 3:38 PM
BBC News - 'Silent' fireworks-only rule voted in for city displays
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
"I wanted to turn into a butterfly
But I couldn't trust you enough
I was tired of suppressing all of my needs
I wanted to belong to the cloudless sky
Not to the shaded ground."
youtu.be/2Eq7e9UbvJk?...
#musicsky #progrock #riverside
But I couldn't trust you enough
I was tired of suppressing all of my needs
I wanted to belong to the cloudless sky
Not to the shaded ground."
youtu.be/2Eq7e9UbvJk?...
#musicsky #progrock #riverside
Caterpillar and the Barbed Wire
YouTube video by Riverside - Topic
youtu.be
January 28, 2026 at 7:37 PM
"I wanted to turn into a butterfly
But I couldn't trust you enough
I was tired of suppressing all of my needs
I wanted to belong to the cloudless sky
Not to the shaded ground."
youtu.be/2Eq7e9UbvJk?...
#musicsky #progrock #riverside
But I couldn't trust you enough
I was tired of suppressing all of my needs
I wanted to belong to the cloudless sky
Not to the shaded ground."
youtu.be/2Eq7e9UbvJk?...
#musicsky #progrock #riverside
@julietemckenna.bsky.social I'm currently reading this book of urban fairy tales by C. Robert Cargill and it certainly reminded me of some of your Green Man stories. If you haven't already read it, it might be one to add to your TBR pile. All the best, Mike.
January 5, 2026 at 5:04 PM
@julietemckenna.bsky.social I'm currently reading this book of urban fairy tales by C. Robert Cargill and it certainly reminded me of some of your Green Man stories. If you haven't already read it, it might be one to add to your TBR pile. All the best, Mike.
January 3, 2026 at 9:22 AM
People are just taking the piss with fireworks now. They've gone off every night for the past two weeks. Twats.
November 12, 2025 at 7:32 PM
People are just taking the piss with fireworks now. They've gone off every night for the past two weeks. Twats.
Many congratulations to Stephen Wood, who achieved his 1000th volunteer at Grangemoor, Cardiff this morning. An incredible achievement. 👏👏 #parkrun #volunteer #grangemoor #cardiff
October 4, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Many congratulations to Stephen Wood, who achieved his 1000th volunteer at Grangemoor, Cardiff this morning. An incredible achievement. 👏👏 #parkrun #volunteer #grangemoor #cardiff
September 23, 2025 at 5:57 PM
#nowplaying Rush ~ Power Windows #progrock
September 21, 2025 at 10:06 AM
#nowplaying Rush ~ Power Windows #progrock
Ah, well. That's everyone's lucky pants going back in the drawer. #cardiffcity
September 20, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Ah, well. That's everyone's lucky pants going back in the drawer. #cardiffcity
I think this second series of The Sandman on Netflix is some of the best TV I've ever seen. Two episodes to go and I really don't want it to end. #thesandman #Netflix #fantasy
September 14, 2025 at 9:10 PM
I think this second series of The Sandman on Netflix is some of the best TV I've ever seen. Two episodes to go and I really don't want it to end. #thesandman #Netflix #fantasy
Having a run through of @marillion.com studio albums. It's been fun listening to them in order. Afraid of Sunlight is still far and away my favourite. #nowplaying #progrock #musicsky
September 13, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Having a run through of @marillion.com studio albums. It's been fun listening to them in order. Afraid of Sunlight is still far and away my favourite. #nowplaying #progrock #musicsky
@marillion.com , Staropramen and YouTube on the big tele. Perfect. 🙂
September 11, 2025 at 8:40 PM
@marillion.com , Staropramen and YouTube on the big tele. Perfect. 🙂
The organisers of the #vuelta have done a remarkable job keeping the race going whilst still being sympathetic to the pro-Palestinian prostets taking place. I hope they manage to finish in Madrid.
September 11, 2025 at 6:27 PM
The organisers of the #vuelta have done a remarkable job keeping the race going whilst still being sympathetic to the pro-Palestinian prostets taking place. I hope they manage to finish in Madrid.
September 8, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Poorly shot video of 'G' on Caerphilly Road, Cardiff this afternoon. #tourofbritain #geraint #teamineos
September 7, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Poorly shot video of 'G' on Caerphilly Road, Cardiff this afternoon. #tourofbritain #geraint #teamineos