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Philip
@aphataeros.bsky.social
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🌍 35 countries before 11, adding more while building bridges between 🇺🇸 & 🇦🇹 tech
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I was too optimistic so now v1 is actually the fourth version. Probably should go to bed instead
A screenshot showing you why you shouldn't name your file final, and just start with a version in the first place. The file names are draft.md, draft_final.md, draft_final_final.md and draft_v1.md
February 7, 2025 at 4:49 AM
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South of France
Panoramic view of a Mediterranean coastal city with mountains in the background. The cityscape features buildings along a curved shoreline with multiple marinas and yacht harbors. Several boats and yachts are visible in the blue waters of the bay. The foreground shows lush green vegetation, and the sky is bright blue with scattered white clouds. The mountain range appears hazy and stretches across the entire horizon.
November 30, 2024 at 5:28 AM
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It had a pump, and is impressive engineering for the middle of the wilderness.
A plaque from the Morris Machine Works describing the order number An old water pump
November 29, 2024 at 1:51 AM
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For my fellow engineers, any guesses from where these pics are? One hint: it's Alaska / Canada.
Steel cables and pulleys A rod with an anti-vibration spring An old school potentiometer Gears
November 29, 2024 at 1:51 AM
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Alaska was beautiful, but they should change their state bird to actually be a mosquito.
an aerial drone shot in alaska A cabin close to the water, surrounded by dense forest. In the forground water. A moss covered rock jutting out of the water, a sheer rock cliff exposed on on the right side. A large tree grows out of the rock. A flock of seagulls landing in the water.
November 29, 2024 at 1:10 AM
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I wonder if / how bluesky compresses the jpegs, these are 15 MB exported.
A large blue industrial ship-loading crane positioned on rocky terrain with mountains visible in the misty background. The crane has multiple extended arms with conveyor belts for moving materials, and sits above a pile of large boulders or rocks. A red fishing boat driving from left to right across turqoise water. An older bunker is hidden behind trees on the right of the picture a rock with many seagulls nesting two puffins flying over the water
November 29, 2024 at 1:10 AM
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Finally managing to edit photos from our trip to Alaska. We went on a boat ride in Seward, exploring Resurrection Bay and the fjords.
2 bald headed eagles sitting ontop of a tall metal bouy, in the background an alaskan mountain top shrouded by clouds A family of seagulls roosting in the cliff face a single otter swimming across the bay, in the background rocks Seals resting in a pile on a rock, a few seaguls on the same rock.
November 29, 2024 at 1:10 AM
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I found the pigeon portal
A pigeon stands in a perfectly circular hole in a tan brick wall, looking straight at the camera. The wall appears to be part of an older building, and a bright blue sky is visible above.
November 25, 2024 at 3:00 PM
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Sometimes he snuggles and is a desk buddy. But usually he runs to my wife and keeps her company.
Dd snuggled in a blanket
November 18, 2024 at 5:24 AM
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He loves playing monkey in the middle, but will seldom drop the ball, so we throw a different one to distract him from the first.
DD holding on to the ball, in the background the shoes I’ll put back later (I know I know)
November 18, 2024 at 5:24 AM
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This is DD, he is currently contemplating the meaning of life, the universe and everything.
A rat terrier gazing pensively into a mirror. In the background a console with some board games we don’t play often enough.
November 18, 2024 at 5:24 AM
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Here is my Triumph Tiger 800 and my camping setup for long trips across Europe.
A triumph tiger, an adventure motorcycle, with suitcases standing in front of a hammock in the south of France
November 16, 2024 at 7:23 PM
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Oh, I have a niche one: Battlefield (now tankpit.com). This is a real time tick based browser game. You would choose a color of tank (purple, blue, orange, red), and map. You level up your tank by gaining xp. There’s no chat, so everybody coordinated through the forums.
November 15, 2024 at 8:31 PM
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I loved my old one so much, I splurged on a modded one with IPS screen, USB-C and improved battery.
A blue gameboy advance sp made from aluminum resting in it's closed position on a bamboo table.
November 15, 2024 at 4:19 PM
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I love this illustration by Iker Ayestaran, because it reminds me of cozy afternoons reading a book and snuggling with a cat 🐈‍⬛ 📕
A limited edition print, featuring a minimalist illustration on a coral red background. The artwork depicts a cozy reading scene with a dark armchair, a floor lamp with a beige shade, and a simple line drawing of a cat sitting on the chair with a book. A potted plant sits beside the chair. The composition is framed by geometric corner details and the print appears to be resting on brown cardboard or packaging material with some navy fabric visible in the frame.
November 14, 2024 at 4:08 PM
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The contrast between old and new hits differently, even the sand becomes a canvas here.
Aerial view of the entrance to San Sebastian's harbor, showing two stone breakwater piers with algae-covered bases. Several small boats are navigating through the harbor entrance, leaving white wakes in the stunningly turquoise water. Moored boats can be seen in the background, while rescue/emergency vessels in red and orange are docked at the pier. The photo is taken from an elevated position, with some green foliage visible in the foreground. The historic stone architecture of the harbor walls and their circular viewing platforms is clearly visible, with steps leading down to the water level. An elevated view of San Sebastian's Zurriola Beach, showing the contrast between the modern and historic parts of the city. In the foreground, there's a traditional building with a mansard roof typical of Basque architecture, alongside a breakwater made of large concrete blocks protecting the beach from the sea. The beach's golden sand stretches along the coastline, with the modern Kursaal Congress Centre and auditorium (a distinctive green-glass cubic building) prominent on the beachfront. Behind the beach, rows of classic European apartment buildings with terracotta roofs rise up the hillside. The scene is set against a backdrop of mountains and dramatic cloudy skies. A large-scale sand art installation on La Concha beach in San Sebastian. The artwork features an intricate mandala design alongside stylized text, with a small turquoise square accent. In the background, the beach stretches to the bay where numerous boats are anchored, and Monte Urgull with its distinctive castle can be seen on the left hillside. A few beachgoers can be spotted walking near the water's edge. The characteristic buildings of San Sebastian's old town are visible along the right shore. The sand art appears to be a promotional piece, with detailed patterns and professional-level execution in the dark sand against the lighter beach background. A close-up, upward-angled view of a distinctive exterior in San Sebastian. The modern building's facade features a pattern of circular perforations or holes of varying sizes in its grey concrete or stone surface. The perforations create a dramatic contrast of light and shadow against a bright blue, cloudy sky. The architectural detail demonstrates the building's contemporary design, with the circular cutouts appearing to float across the angular surface.
November 14, 2024 at 4:06 PM
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La Concha Bay showing off its perfect crescent on a dream Spanish summer day 🌊

Donostia/San Sebastian has an incredible vibe, and is filled with great art and artists - I found some of my favorite illustrations in galleries there.
A panoramic view of San Sebastian's La Concha Bay in Spain, captured on a sunny day with dramatic blue skies and white clouds. The crescent-shaped beach features golden sand and turquoise-blue waters, dotted with numerous white boats and yachts anchored in the bay. The city's buildings line the waterfront in a neat row, featuring classic European architecture, while mountains rise in the background. The view is framed by lush green trees in the foreground, suggesting the photo was taken from a hillside overlook. The scene captures the characteristic beauty of this famous Basque Country coastal city.
November 14, 2024 at 3:45 PM
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Oh now that’s a cool set! And very fitting to your field of work! I have one architecture set of Paris that i got with my wife on our trip.

I have to admit that I’m not a huge Star Wars fan, I just love this kind of aesthetic, and have a hope that humanity manages to spread kindness and not hate.
A futuristic scene of spaceships by Marcel Deneneuve
November 14, 2024 at 6:15 AM
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Looks just like the alps, but is actually Easy Pass in the north cascades NP. It wasn’t easy but it was stunning - except for those pesky blackflies, those were close to torture…
A view of a mountain valley with splotches of snow in the shades.
November 14, 2024 at 5:13 AM
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this guy was very unhappy about being found and relocated
a frog sitting in a sneaker
November 14, 2024 at 2:09 AM
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Another thing that was incredible about the Azores was the stunning architecture, which just made it a pleasure to explore the urban areas.
The image depicts a small church situated on a hillside, with a red roof and white walls. The church features a circular window and a cross on top. A set of stairs leads up to the entrance, flanked by greenery. In the background, there are communication towers and a cloudy sky, creating a dramatic atmosphere. The road curves around the hillside, providing access to the church, which is elevated above the surrounding landscape. The image shows a charming street scene featuring a large church with a distinctive architectural style, including tall spires and large windows. The church is surrounded by a well-maintained green area with palm trees. Cobblestone streets lead up to the church, and a few parked cars are visible. In the background, there are white buildings with red roofs, and the sky is bright blue with scattered clouds, creating a vibrant and inviting atmosphere. The image features a vibrant pink gazebo situated on a rocky landscape with lush green vegetation. In the background, the ocean is visible, along with a coastline that includes white buildings with red roofs. The sky is bright blue with scattered clouds, creating a picturesque scene. The gazebo's design includes large windows and a peaked roof, adding to its charm against the natural backdrop. The image shows a picturesque street scene featuring a church with a distinctive architectural style, characterized by tall spires and large windows. The church is surrounded by a well-maintained green area with palm trees. Cobblestone streets lead up to the church, and a few parked cars are visible. In the background, there are white buildings with red roofs, and the sky is bright blue with scattered clouds, creating a vibrant and inviting atmosphere.
November 14, 2024 at 1:43 AM
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A calming good morning to you and #photography, featuring Norwegian moss, a very sus sheep and some snow covered mountains in the distance.
white, yellow, orange colored soft and fluffy looking Norwegian moss (‎⁨Otta⁩, ⁨Oppland⁩, ⁨Norway⁩) A sheep looking suspiciously at the camera, also in ‎⁨Otta⁩, ⁨Oppland⁩, ⁨Norway⁩. The colorful moss is on the ground, some trees are in the background. a closeup of the white moss, with my hand in the frame (I'm happy I wasn't biting my nails at this time!) a panoramic view of a field of moss, with snow covered mountains in the background.
November 13, 2024 at 4:52 PM
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November 13, 2024 at 2:41 AM
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Oh, and Horta on Faial is the main stopover for sailboats crossing the Atlantic. It’s tradition for the crew of each boat to draw a mural in the harbor. It’s on my bucket list to sail over, so I hope to draw one too!
Overview of murals in the harbor You really do need a reservation anywhere you go in the Azores. It’s small and not meant for masses of tourists, which is why it’s such a beautiful place to visit :) An image of a new mural juxtaposed with older faded murals. The new mural says “por que no” I just really liked the style of this drawing :)
November 13, 2024 at 1:48 AM
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As a distraction, I present one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been to: The Azores. It’s a chain of volcanic islands smack dab in the middle of the Atlantic, and each one is prettier than the next. Flowers growing everywhere, hot springs that you can soak in, and delicious wine.
Hyazinthias in the Azores A view of the Volcano on Terceira Another volcano in the Azores Steam rising from geothermal springs in the Azores
November 13, 2024 at 1:40 AM