Alison McNab
@alisonmcnab.bsky.social
Retired academic librarian (specialised in research support and econtent). Exiled Scot. Christian. Owned by a greyhound. Chatting about personal & professional stuff, incl #TheArchers
This librarian would only wear a fleece to work in a very cold office (and I’d wear something smarter underneath) or for an Open Day or similar event. However it may depend on your role. If I had to spend time with dusty books I’d wear older smart-casual clothes #TheArchers
November 19, 2025 at 2:34 PM
This librarian would only wear a fleece to work in a very cold office (and I’d wear something smarter underneath) or for an Open Day or similar event. However it may depend on your role. If I had to spend time with dusty books I’d wear older smart-casual clothes #TheArchers
Fleeces are practical in that they are hard to destroy in the washing machine and they dry very quickly.
Mind you, merino wool clothing dries quickly too. #TheArchers
Mind you, merino wool clothing dries quickly too. #TheArchers
November 19, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Fleeces are practical in that they are hard to destroy in the washing machine and they dry very quickly.
Mind you, merino wool clothing dries quickly too. #TheArchers
Mind you, merino wool clothing dries quickly too. #TheArchers
Excellent jumper liberation incident!
November 19, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Excellent jumper liberation incident!
I’m a librarian - the stereotype has us wearing cardigans. It tends to be true as they are easy to take on / off in the varying temperature zones that many libraries operate in. If you choose well they provide pockets.
I suspect Helen is more likely to wear a fleece on the farm #TheArchers
I suspect Helen is more likely to wear a fleece on the farm #TheArchers
November 19, 2025 at 10:36 AM
I’m a librarian - the stereotype has us wearing cardigans. It tends to be true as they are easy to take on / off in the varying temperature zones that many libraries operate in. If you choose well they provide pockets.
I suspect Helen is more likely to wear a fleece on the farm #TheArchers
I suspect Helen is more likely to wear a fleece on the farm #TheArchers
Indeed it can. I am a fangirl of katedaviesdesigns.com
If Pat knits at all I imagine she has little time (main “hobbies”: making soup and looking after her grandchildren) it is fairly utilitarian. If anyone at Bridge Farm crafted items of beauty they’d sell them in the shop. #TheArchers
If Pat knits at all I imagine she has little time (main “hobbies”: making soup and looking after her grandchildren) it is fairly utilitarian. If anyone at Bridge Farm crafted items of beauty they’d sell them in the shop. #TheArchers
November 19, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Indeed it can. I am a fangirl of katedaviesdesigns.com
If Pat knits at all I imagine she has little time (main “hobbies”: making soup and looking after her grandchildren) it is fairly utilitarian. If anyone at Bridge Farm crafted items of beauty they’d sell them in the shop. #TheArchers
If Pat knits at all I imagine she has little time (main “hobbies”: making soup and looking after her grandchildren) it is fairly utilitarian. If anyone at Bridge Farm crafted items of beauty they’d sell them in the shop. #TheArchers
I trust that all listeners to #TheArchers would only read the newspaper(s) that I do.
As a Scot, naturally a neep is a turnip!
As a Scot, naturally a neep is a turnip!
November 18, 2025 at 9:11 PM
I trust that all listeners to #TheArchers would only read the newspaper(s) that I do.
As a Scot, naturally a neep is a turnip!
As a Scot, naturally a neep is a turnip!
Nothing wrong with own brand skincare BTW - I just don’t think Alice would rave about it…. Kate will have really pricey vegan products. Lilian will have one of those personalised subscription regimes. As will Ruari… #TheArchers
November 18, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Nothing wrong with own brand skincare BTW - I just don’t think Alice would rave about it…. Kate will have really pricey vegan products. Lilian will have one of those personalised subscription regimes. As will Ruari… #TheArchers
And spurns Natasha’s offer to borrow her extremely expensive skincare products whenever she runs out of own brand moisturiser. 1/2 #TheArchers
November 18, 2025 at 7:26 PM
And spurns Natasha’s offer to borrow her extremely expensive skincare products whenever she runs out of own brand moisturiser. 1/2 #TheArchers
Helen took the boys to France to watch football (PSG?) last year I think… #TheArchers
November 18, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Helen took the boys to France to watch football (PSG?) last year I think… #TheArchers
For those with the time, inclination and money there will be the #AcademicArchers conference next year in Warwick from 27-29 March. #TheArchers www.academicarchers.net
Academic Archers
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November 18, 2025 at 11:43 AM
For those with the time, inclination and money there will be the #AcademicArchers conference next year in Warwick from 27-29 March. #TheArchers www.academicarchers.net
Or whether they mainly drink tea or coffee. #TheArchers
November 18, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Or whether they mainly drink tea or coffee. #TheArchers
As long as he doesn’t drive following tractor speed limits…. #TheArchers
November 17, 2025 at 9:14 AM
As long as he doesn’t drive following tractor speed limits…. #TheArchers
No sane individual would make a lengthy train journey (with several train operators) on a Sunday. “Weekend engineering works” and “replacement buses” are phrases that strike fear into the heart of any train passenger #TheArchers
November 16, 2025 at 10:48 PM
No sane individual would make a lengthy train journey (with several train operators) on a Sunday. “Weekend engineering works” and “replacement buses” are phrases that strike fear into the heart of any train passenger #TheArchers
Brian should have paid the postal charge so the buggy or cradle (or whatever it is) for his great-grandchild could go straight to Phoebe’s home. Daft idea to transport it in the people carrier along with luggage. #TheArchers
November 16, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Brian should have paid the postal charge so the buggy or cradle (or whatever it is) for his great-grandchild could go straight to Phoebe’s home. Daft idea to transport it in the people carrier along with luggage. #TheArchers
In the UK we have multiple train operators and services do not always mesh. Operators will not hold back a connection for a train from a different service. Though Scotland is all ScotRail.
November 16, 2025 at 10:36 PM
In the UK we have multiple train operators and services do not always mesh. Operators will not hold back a connection for a train from a different service. Though Scotland is all ScotRail.
Most of the people I know who do that started doing so when travelling with small children.
Must admit the idea of approaching one’s holiday destination at sunrise sounds great.
Must admit the idea of approaching one’s holiday destination at sunrise sounds great.
November 16, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Most of the people I know who do that started doing so when travelling with small children.
Must admit the idea of approaching one’s holiday destination at sunrise sounds great.
Must admit the idea of approaching one’s holiday destination at sunrise sounds great.
Since Covid, and accidentally retiring early, my driving experience is much more local and during daylight. Really pleased that I made two solo journeys up to Scotland this year. Husband hates being driven (by anyone) so I want to keep sensibly challenging myself with medium / longer journeys.
November 16, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Since Covid, and accidentally retiring early, my driving experience is much more local and during daylight. Really pleased that I made two solo journeys up to Scotland this year. Husband hates being driven (by anyone) so I want to keep sensibly challenging myself with medium / longer journeys.
Any community transport schemes in your area?
November 16, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Any community transport schemes in your area?
Indeed you can. However many people won’t believe it!
I suppose much depends on the bus services where you live and whether there is any sort of community transport you can book.
I suppose much depends on the bus services where you live and whether there is any sort of community transport you can book.
November 16, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Indeed you can. However many people won’t believe it!
I suppose much depends on the bus services where you live and whether there is any sort of community transport you can book.
I suppose much depends on the bus services where you live and whether there is any sort of community transport you can book.
My Dad stopped driving down to England when he was 80, then stopped driving at night, but still drove locally until he was 86. He talked it over with my brother and I and he made the decision to stop. He drove for almost 70 years. #TheArchers
November 16, 2025 at 8:51 PM
My Dad stopped driving down to England when he was 80, then stopped driving at night, but still drove locally until he was 86. He talked it over with my brother and I and he made the decision to stop. He drove for almost 70 years. #TheArchers