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David Peacock
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Computers aren't the thing. They are the thing that gets us to the thing.
Retired: science s/w web & mob tech. Berks 🇬🇧
Into: Tech Innovation Apple #ShotOniPhone Science SciFi Music Books Walking Nature Cooking Dogs 🇪🇺🇩🇪
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Captured those fleeting seconds when the rising sun spectacularly underlit the altocumulus clouds during this mornings forest dog walk.
#ShotOnIphone
The image shows a scenic view of a sky during sunrise, filled with scattered high clouds tinted in hues of pink, orange, and soft blue. The silhouette of tall trees frames the lower part of the picture, with a few branches and leaves visible against the glowing sky.
October 30, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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Elegant pose by this magnificent Grey Heron during this mornings dog walk. #shotoniphone
The picture shows a tall grey heron standing on a wooden ledge by a calm pond, with its long legs and neck visible. Its beak is orange, and its feathers are a mix of grey, white, and black. Behind the heron, the pond reflects several ducks swimming near the far bank, which is lined with lush, leafy trees. Bright green leaves hang down from a branch at the top of the image, framing the serene natural scene.
October 29, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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www.theguardian.com/music/202...
Simon, you crazy diamond: Armitage poem marks 50 years of Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here
Poet laureate pays tribute to ‘message in a bottle tied to a life buoy thrown from a ghost ship’ released when he was 12
www.theguardian.com
October 28, 2025 at 11:22 AM
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Creature vibes! #shotoniphone
The image shows a dramatic black-and-white coastal scene. A large uprooted tree with sprawling, twisted branches and exposed roots lies across the sandy beach. The sand is wet and dotted with footprints, and the tide is low, revealing a stretch of flat shoreline. In the distance, a small town or village with low buildings and a church spire is visible along the coast. The sky is filled with thick, moody clouds, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere.
October 11, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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Autumn at Cliveden House #shotoniphone
The image shows a tranquil park scene with a pond at the centre, featuring a water fountain spraying upwards. Surrounding the pond are lush trees and shrubs in vibrant autumn colours, including shades of green, red, orange, and yellow. On the left side of the image, there is a small decorative pavilion with a pagoda-style roof and teal columns. The sky is mostly clear with a few scattered clouds, creating a peaceful and picturesque atmosphere. The image shows a formal garden with a dense bed of vibrant red and orange foliage in the foreground. Beyond the colourful plants, an expansive green lawn stretches towards a large, historic building that appears to be a grand estate or stately home. The building has a central tower and symmetrical wings, with trees lining both sides of the lawn. The sky is mostly overcast with light clouds, giving the scene a soft, muted lighting.
October 5, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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11th century Cluniac abbey ruins adjacent to a 21st century office block (Reading, England) #ShotOnIphone
The photo shows the remains of an old stone wall, part of a historic ruin, surrounded by grass and a few benches. Behind the ruins rises a tall, modern skyscraper with a distinctive spire, partially backlit by the sun, creating a contrast between the ancient and contemporary architecture. Trees frame the left side of the image, and the sky is clear and blue.
September 27, 2025 at 8:47 AM
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Chilly morning dog walk in the forest, beautiful autumnal colours and sunrise. #ShotOnIphone
The image shows a long, stretched shadow of a person cast onto a forest path covered in pine needles. The sunlight, low on the horizon, creates the exaggerated silhouette, making the legs appear very tall. Trees and green foliage line the path, with the light emphasising the centre of the trail while the edges remain in shade.
September 23, 2025 at 7:31 AM
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Morning forest #dog walk as the temperature starts to rise to an expected 24°C today #SmoothCollie
The picture shows a lush, sunlit forest with tall trees, thick greenery, and patches of moss on the ground. In the foreground, a Smooth Collie with black patches and large upright ears is standing, looking towards the camera with its tongue out. To the right of the dog, there is a large fallen tree trunk covered with moss and surrounded by ferns. Sunlight filters through the leafy canopy, creating a peaceful woodland scene.
September 7, 2025 at 11:06 AM
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This image features a colourful badge with a design representing nature. The badge showcases a stylised landscape with a bright yellow sun rising or setting over jagged mountain peaks. Below the mountains, there's a winding river or path flowing through the scene, bordered by shades of blue and teal, symbolising water and land. The entire design is outlined in gold, giving it a polished and elegant look. Below the badge, text reads: National Parks Challenge "You earned this award by working out for 20 minutes or more on 24 August 2025."
August 24, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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Spotted in the forest this morning.

"Chicken of the woods", I believe. Said to have a chicken like texture and taste, but some lookalikes can be harmful, so not being an expert, I won't be sautéing this 🙂. #dogwalk #ShotOnIphone
The image shows a large, cream to light orange-coloured fungus growing on the side of a decaying tree trunk in a forest setting. The fungus has broad, overlapping, fan-shaped caps with a smooth texture and slightly wavy edges. The surface appears somewhat velvety with subtle orange hues near the base. Around the tree trunk, there is green moss and some dried leaves. In the background, dense greenery with trees and shrubs is visible.
August 23, 2025 at 7:58 AM
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Lady Mallard 🦆 during this morning's #dogwalk #ShotOnIphone
A duck perched on a log floating in a body of water. The duck has brown, mottled feathers with hints of darker and lighter shades, and its orange feet are visible gripping the log. The water is calm, reflecting the duck's image as well as the log and some surrounding foliage. The sunlight casts a warm glow, highlighting the texture of the duck's feathers and the surface of the log. The overall scene feels serene and peaceful.
August 22, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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Our carefully cultivated English lavender plants are in full bloom. It's always a delight to see the enormous number of Bumble Bees flitting busily over the flowers. #ShotOnIphone
This picture captures a vibrant, close-up view of a bumblebee perched on a lavender flower. The bumblebee, with its distinctive black and yellow stripes and fuzzy body, is actively collecting nectar. The lavender flowers showcase their characteristic purple hue, with long, slender green stems radiating outward, giving the image a dynamic, almost starburst pattern. The background consists of more green stems and a patch of dry, brownish grass, which contrasts with the lush greenery and vivid purple of the lavender.
July 6, 2025 at 11:24 AM
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Cocooned! #ShotOnIphone
The picture shows a dense web covering a gorse plant, with its spiky green branches and sharp thorns visible underneath the silk-like webbing. The web appears thick and extensive, possibly created by a colony of small caterpillars or spiders. Tiny specks, possibly insect debris or frass, are scattered across the web.
July 4, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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Very early (5am!) sunrise forest walk with our #dogs, ahead of the expected 30°C plus temperature today. #ShotOnIphone
This picture captures a serene woodland scene with tall, slender pine trees stretching upwards. The forest floor is dotted with sparse underbrush and fallen branches. Sunlight filters through the dense canopy, casting a warm, golden glow that peeks through the trees in the background. The vibrant green foliage contrasts with the textured, reddish-brown bark of the tree trunks, creating a peaceful and natural atmosphere.
June 30, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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Glad to be back #dog walking in the forest post Open Heart Surgery 3 weeks ago. Spring has sprung! 😊
A European robin perched atop a vibrant gorse bush adorned with bright yellow flowers. The robin, identifiable by its distinctive orange-red breast and face, contrasts beautifully with the golden blooms. Its small, round body and brownish-grey upperparts blend subtly with the dry, earthy background, which consists of fallen leaves, twigs, and sparse vegetation.
April 20, 2025 at 8:41 AM
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Encountered a majestic heron posing during today's dog walk #ShotOnIphone
The picture shows a serene natural scene with a grey heron standing near the edge of a water body. The heron, with its long neck and slender legs, is poised gracefully among tall, dried reeds. The water is calm, with reflections visible on its surface. In the background, there are leafless bushes and trees, of late winter. The earthy tones of the landscape, combined with the muted colours of the heron, create a tranquil, almost contemplative atmosphere.
March 11, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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March 5, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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Leaving a high-control religious group can be incredibly difficult and even dangerous. Humanists UK's powerful new animation lets those who leave know they're not alone, and that help is out there! Support #FaithtoFaithless and watch today.

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Introducing Faith to Faithless | Helping people leaving high-control religious groups
Leaving a high-control religious group can be one of the most challenging and painful experiences anyone can face. Humanists UK's new animation brings these deeply personal stories to life.
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March 3, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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Morning coffee on the terrace of our local arts centre after a dog walk around the park grounds on the first day of meteorological Spring 🌞#ShotOnIphone #SmoothCollies
The image shows two Smooth Collies sitting on a grassy area in a park with trees in the background. The bright sunlight casts clear shadows on the grass, it’s a clear bright sunny day. In the distance, a large lake fountain can be seen pumping a high arc of water.
March 1, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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A great visual storytelling article from the FT (free to read) explaining how generative AI mimics human ability.

https://ig.ft.com/generative-ai/
Generative AI exists because of the transformer
The technology has resulted in a host of cutting-edge AI applications — but its real power lies beyond text generation
ig.ft.com
February 26, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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I just watched Humanists UKs brand new animation narrated by Alice Roberts: Human nature, human potential. It’s a fantastic introduction to the humanist approach to life. Watch it today! understandinghumanism.org.uk/human-nature...
Human nature, human potential
Alice Roberts explores the questions at the heart of humanism: ‘What are we?’ ‘What are we capable of?’ and ‘How should we make best use of our capacities?’
understandinghumanism.org.uk
February 10, 2025 at 8:21 AM
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Timber harvesting underway in an area of our local forest.

In addition to producing sustainable timber products, the aim is to also enhance and expand areas of important ecology within the forest. #ShotOnIphone
The image shows large stacks of cut logs piled neatly along a dirt path in a forested area. The logs are freshly cut, with visible rings and a light brown colour where they’ve been sawn. The surrounding area is filled with dried leaves and fallen branches, and tall pine trees can be seen in the background under a cloudy sky.
February 4, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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Nice to see the signs of #Spring approaching during todays morning dog walk! #ShotOnIphone
The image shows a cluster of crocus flowers just beginning to bloom in a natural setting. The flowers have light purple petals, and they are surrounded by lush green leaves. The ground around them is covered with brown, damp leaves, and a tree trunk is visible in the background, indicating a woodland or garden environment. The crocuses appear to be a herald of early spring.
January 28, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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Morning forest walk before the approaching rain sets in for the day #smoothcollies #ShotOnIphone
The image shows two dogs standing on their hind legs with their front paws resting on a tree stump in a wooded area. The dog on the left has a mostly black and tan coat with white markings, while the dog on the right has a grey and white coat with black spots. Both dogs are wearing collars, and the background features tall trees and a leaf-covered forest floor.
January 26, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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Tufted Ducks making an appearance at a nearby pond this afternoon #ShotOnIphone
This picture shows a tufted duck swimming in water. The duck has distinctive black and white plumage, with a black head, back, and neck, and white sides. It also has a noticeable tuft of feathers on its head and a pale blue-grey bill. The water around the duck is calm, creating a gentle ripple effect.
January 24, 2025 at 4:59 PM