Alex Russell
@alexblaise.bsky.social
Anglican priest; devoted mother to two humans and one dog; psychotherapist; novice ukulele player; keen crafter; forever a Londoner. All views my own.
Sunset over London
October 7, 2025 at 8:04 AM
Sunset over London
Still the best city in the world
October 7, 2025 at 7:58 AM
Still the best city in the world
Hidden gem in Stanmore, north-west London
October 7, 2025 at 7:53 AM
Hidden gem in Stanmore, north-west London
Beautiful Edinburgh.
October 7, 2025 at 7:51 AM
Beautiful Edinburgh.
I’m so grateful that, thus far, this place has remained unburdened by the hideous ghastliness that is the other place.
October 7, 2025 at 6:38 AM
I’m so grateful that, thus far, this place has remained unburdened by the hideous ghastliness that is the other place.
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Today is the first day Animal Welfare Week, which happens every year October 3-9. To mark the day we’d love to show you this banner that hangs on the big barn here. It shows the average natural lifespan of some of our animals vs. how long they would’ve lived in an agricultural production setting.
October 3, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Today is the first day Animal Welfare Week, which happens every year October 3-9. To mark the day we’d love to show you this banner that hangs on the big barn here. It shows the average natural lifespan of some of our animals vs. how long they would’ve lived in an agricultural production setting.
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On the same day in the Telegraph:
![The Telegraph
Rayner tax scandal - £40k tax dodge - Statement
Angela Rayner dodges £40,000 stamp duty
Deputy Prime Minister reduces tax bill for Hove flat by declaring it as her main residence
[Photo: Angela Rayner pictured at the weekend in Hove, where she has just bought a flat Credit: Dan Charity/The Sun on Sunday]
Robert Mendick Chief Reporter. Amy Gibbons Political Correspondent
29 August 2025 8:57am BST](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:2kf2qj56o2vq7jfaq4x4ogp6/bafkreihe5mm7nwmwvzhtgadmsafyvsaxhrufuai2d2j2rju5zt6g2lytea@jpeg)
![The Telegraph
Money > Property > Second homes
How to avoid tax on your second home
From stamp duty to council tax, shield your wealth from Labour's tightening net
[Photo of houses around a bay - Areas such as Cornwall have added a premium to council tax bills for second homes Credit: iStockphoto]
Fran Ivens Senior Money Writer
29 August 2025 1:21pm BST](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:2kf2qj56o2vq7jfaq4x4ogp6/bafkreieuwgc2vsmyfcctmf4cnpcqckij2pqdk2gmzajpnihrsqyqmzyr5e@jpeg)
September 5, 2025 at 7:55 AM
On the same day in the Telegraph:
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Absolutely reasonable.
August 16, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Absolutely reasonable.
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The question I'm asking myself: Is what I’m doing today making the world a better place tomorrow?
April 12, 2025 at 4:17 PM
The question I'm asking myself: Is what I’m doing today making the world a better place tomorrow?
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The Trump administration has pulled this campaign explaining the benefits of getting a flu vaccine. Let's make sure it still gets coverage on social media. 🧪
February 25, 2025 at 9:43 PM
The Trump administration has pulled this campaign explaining the benefits of getting a flu vaccine. Let's make sure it still gets coverage on social media. 🧪
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“Let us pray (the Hail Mary) together...” Pope Francis
Hail Mary full of grace,
the Lord is with thee.
Blessed art though amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Hail Mary, Mother of God
pray for us sinners now, and at the hour of our death, Amen.
#PopeFrancis 🙏💙🕊️
Hail Mary full of grace,
the Lord is with thee.
Blessed art though amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Hail Mary, Mother of God
pray for us sinners now, and at the hour of our death, Amen.
#PopeFrancis 🙏💙🕊️
February 22, 2025 at 9:01 PM
“Let us pray (the Hail Mary) together...” Pope Francis
Hail Mary full of grace,
the Lord is with thee.
Blessed art though amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Hail Mary, Mother of God
pray for us sinners now, and at the hour of our death, Amen.
#PopeFrancis 🙏💙🕊️
Hail Mary full of grace,
the Lord is with thee.
Blessed art though amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Hail Mary, Mother of God
pray for us sinners now, and at the hour of our death, Amen.
#PopeFrancis 🙏💙🕊️
Someone please tell me how to keep straight edges when doing #crochet
#crocheting I’ve followed all the videos I can find but none of the techniques work for me. Help!!!!!
#crocheting I’ve followed all the videos I can find but none of the techniques work for me. Help!!!!!
January 11, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Someone please tell me how to keep straight edges when doing #crochet
#crocheting I’ve followed all the videos I can find but none of the techniques work for me. Help!!!!!
#crocheting I’ve followed all the videos I can find but none of the techniques work for me. Help!!!!!
Well - that’s it. FB and IG gone. Not putting up with any more nonsense.
January 7, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Well - that’s it. FB and IG gone. Not putting up with any more nonsense.
@alexwalms.bsky.social
Very moved by your interview in the CT. All good wishes.
Very moved by your interview in the CT. All good wishes.
January 4, 2025 at 9:33 AM
@alexwalms.bsky.social
Very moved by your interview in the CT. All good wishes.
Very moved by your interview in the CT. All good wishes.
Staffy boy happy to be home from his holiday
November 30, 2024 at 12:26 PM
Staffy boy happy to be home from his holiday
Delightful dog-friendly beach at Charmouth
November 30, 2024 at 12:25 PM
Delightful dog-friendly beach at Charmouth
The Cob, Lyme Regis
November 30, 2024 at 12:24 PM
The Cob, Lyme Regis