Victoria Gausden
@ancientnmodern.bsky.social
Old bag. Still, at least I can now get a ‘flu jab. Plagued by impending sense of doom and a small haughty cat called Daphne Whitethighs.
This bird looks like it’s about to post its new makeup and contouring video.
Bohemian Waxwing (Bombycilla garrulous): The Waxwings that move south from northern Eurasian & N.American forests during the winter frequently appear in towns & cities. Photo taken by Wayne Knapik in Canada. #waxwing #bird #birds #birdphotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #nature #canada
November 22, 2025 at 5:49 PM
This bird looks like it’s about to post its new makeup and contouring video.
Very grey and unnaturally still out there.
November 22, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Very grey and unnaturally still out there.
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The Creature from the Lack Balloon.
November 22, 2025 at 10:10 AM
The Creature from the Lack Balloon.
Bought myself a rather glamorous leopard print hat in the hope I would look like Elizabeth Taylor but, instead, I look like Edna the Inebriate Woman.
November 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Bought myself a rather glamorous leopard print hat in the hope I would look like Elizabeth Taylor but, instead, I look like Edna the Inebriate Woman.
Next-door-but-one have put their house up for sale. (Not my fault this time.) The estate agent blurb describes the village as being full of ‘independent eateries’ and ‘trendy bars’ and now I don’t think this is the kind of place I want to live.
November 20, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Next-door-but-one have put their house up for sale. (Not my fault this time.) The estate agent blurb describes the village as being full of ‘independent eateries’ and ‘trendy bars’ and now I don’t think this is the kind of place I want to live.
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Retailer:1. Thank you for your order.
2.Your order is being prepared. 3.Your order has been sent to the courier.Courier:
1. We have received your order.
2. We are preparing your order.
3. We are dispatching your order
4. We will deliver your order on….(wrong) Aaaargh! All for a £4 secondhand book?
2.Your order is being prepared. 3.Your order has been sent to the courier.Courier:
1. We have received your order.
2. We are preparing your order.
3. We are dispatching your order
4. We will deliver your order on….(wrong) Aaaargh! All for a £4 secondhand book?
November 20, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Retailer:1. Thank you for your order.
2.Your order is being prepared. 3.Your order has been sent to the courier.Courier:
1. We have received your order.
2. We are preparing your order.
3. We are dispatching your order
4. We will deliver your order on….(wrong) Aaaargh! All for a £4 secondhand book?
2.Your order is being prepared. 3.Your order has been sent to the courier.Courier:
1. We have received your order.
2. We are preparing your order.
3. We are dispatching your order
4. We will deliver your order on….(wrong) Aaaargh! All for a £4 secondhand book?
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England’s historical past surrounds us. The evidence is everywhere
No more so than the ancient estates & deer parks
What’s missing is a witness that links us to it
And then there they are, hiding in plain sight
No more so than the ancient estates & deer parks
What’s missing is a witness that links us to it
And then there they are, hiding in plain sight
November 19, 2025 at 11:35 AM
England’s historical past surrounds us. The evidence is everywhere
No more so than the ancient estates & deer parks
What’s missing is a witness that links us to it
And then there they are, hiding in plain sight
No more so than the ancient estates & deer parks
What’s missing is a witness that links us to it
And then there they are, hiding in plain sight
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November 19, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Our biggest ever Christmas gift section including decorations for the Christmas Tree and 2026 diaries
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10% off coupon is Welcome apply at the checkout #christmasgiftguide #shopindie
www.masato.co.uk/collections/masato-christmas-2025
10% off coupon is Welcome apply at the checkout #christmasgiftguide #shopindie
Every year at Christmas, my dad would drop the turkey getting it out of the oven so one year my sister made him some oven gloves which she embroidered with ‘SH’ on one hand and ‘IT’ on the other.
A woman marches through Hackney. She wears red mittens. Embroidered in white wool on the left mitten is the word 'Can' and on the right one 'Can't.
November 19, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Every year at Christmas, my dad would drop the turkey getting it out of the oven so one year my sister made him some oven gloves which she embroidered with ‘SH’ on one hand and ‘IT’ on the other.
Reposted by Victoria Gausden
Could it be you? New vacancy listed on Lib Dem website: Campaign Organiser (York)
Campaign Organiser (York)
York Liberal Democrats are seeking a motivated individual to support our campaigners, councillors, and candidates, and help our team grow.
buff.ly
November 17, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Could it be you? New vacancy listed on Lib Dem website: Campaign Organiser (York)
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A reminder on the Feast of St Hugh of Lincoln that an adult swan can, and will, break a man's arm.
November 17, 2025 at 8:43 AM
A reminder on the Feast of St Hugh of Lincoln that an adult swan can, and will, break a man's arm.
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Everyone’s favourite - the ‘Wolf and Twins’ mosaic from Roman Aldborough (Isurium Brigantum) depicting the legend of Romulus and Remus. Dating to the 4th century AD, the mosaic is now part of the collections at Leeds City Museum. 📷 My own. #MosaicMonday #RomanBritain
November 17, 2025 at 7:23 AM
Everyone’s favourite - the ‘Wolf and Twins’ mosaic from Roman Aldborough (Isurium Brigantum) depicting the legend of Romulus and Remus. Dating to the 4th century AD, the mosaic is now part of the collections at Leeds City Museum. 📷 My own. #MosaicMonday #RomanBritain
See also climate change where radio 4 used to wheel Nigel Lawson on to provide ‘balance’.
"It might take our producers five minutes to find 60 economists who feared Brexit and five hours to find a sole voice who espoused it. But by the time we went on air we simply had one of each; we presented this unequal effort to our audience as balance. It wasn't."
@maitlis.bsky.social
@maitlis.bsky.social
November 17, 2025 at 10:50 AM
See also climate change where radio 4 used to wheel Nigel Lawson on to provide ‘balance’.
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Now if all the 20 million BlueSky users will re post this post it would be utterly marvellous. The counter is ready to start, so off you all go!
Handmade prints available here> littleramstudio.etsy.com
*sits with expectations of lots of noughts next to post*
#art
Handmade prints available here> littleramstudio.etsy.com
*sits with expectations of lots of noughts next to post*
#art
November 19, 2024 at 2:42 PM
Now if all the 20 million BlueSky users will re post this post it would be utterly marvellous. The counter is ready to start, so off you all go!
Handmade prints available here> littleramstudio.etsy.com
*sits with expectations of lots of noughts next to post*
#art
Handmade prints available here> littleramstudio.etsy.com
*sits with expectations of lots of noughts next to post*
#art
In the room, the women come and go, talking of Michelangelo. Better than looking at the ghastly paintings.
#GirlsOwnCC
#GirlsOwnCC
Enjoy the Sunday caption contest. Give away ❤️s, retweet to encourage more competitors (pretty please) & include #GirlsOwnCC
November 16, 2025 at 6:12 PM
In the room, the women come and go, talking of Michelangelo. Better than looking at the ghastly paintings.
#GirlsOwnCC
#GirlsOwnCC
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Enjoy the Sunday caption contest. Give away ❤️s, retweet to encourage more competitors (pretty please) & include #GirlsOwnCC
November 16, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Enjoy the Sunday caption contest. Give away ❤️s, retweet to encourage more competitors (pretty please) & include #GirlsOwnCC
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November 15, 2025 at 5:05 PM
We don't do #blackfriday as we are an indie we cannot compete with commercial companies that work with unfair practices of sweat shops
We do have a #clearancesale though which we hope you can take a look at www.masato.co.uk/collections/... #shopindie #colourfriday
We do have a #clearancesale though which we hope you can take a look at www.masato.co.uk/collections/... #shopindie #colourfriday
How could anything anyone said possibly damage Trump’s reputation?
November 15, 2025 at 2:29 PM
How could anything anyone said possibly damage Trump’s reputation?
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This BBC kids tv advert from 1998 is still very impressive and very lovely
November 13, 2025 at 9:56 AM
This BBC kids tv advert from 1998 is still very impressive and very lovely
It’s hard to imagine a better concept for a film. The word ‘mysterious’ is not really adequate in the circumstances.
November 11, 2025 at 9:18 PM
It’s hard to imagine a better concept for a film. The word ‘mysterious’ is not really adequate in the circumstances.
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Philosophers described by Peep Show
YouTube video by JP
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November 11, 2025 at 5:57 PM
This plucky little plant is growing on the roof of my car. I don’t know whether to feel proud or deeply ashamed.
November 11, 2025 at 3:43 PM
This plucky little plant is growing on the roof of my car. I don’t know whether to feel proud or deeply ashamed.
Daphne’s been staring at me like this for a good 10 minutes. I’m beginning to find it a bit unnerving.
November 10, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Daphne’s been staring at me like this for a good 10 minutes. I’m beginning to find it a bit unnerving.
There are some truly excellent captions this week. Well done, everyone! X
Enjoy the Sunday caption contest. Give away ❤️s, retweet to encourage more competitors, include #GirlsOwnCC
November 9, 2025 at 7:05 PM
There are some truly excellent captions this week. Well done, everyone! X
Joseph is wanting to revamp his bathroom so I suggested he contact Pedro who did ours. He asked if I had copies of quotes/invoices so he could get an idea of costs. I pointed out that it was 2016 and the only documentation I have is a video of Pedro’s mate Jose playing flamenco.
November 9, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Joseph is wanting to revamp his bathroom so I suggested he contact Pedro who did ours. He asked if I had copies of quotes/invoices so he could get an idea of costs. I pointed out that it was 2016 and the only documentation I have is a video of Pedro’s mate Jose playing flamenco.