Andy Hickmott
LightNews LightNews
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
Andy Hickmott
@bigpurplecat.bsky.social
87 followers 140 following 280 posts
Computers, cats, birds, games.

Nerd.

He/him or they/them.
Posts Replies Media Videos
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
A medievalesque picture by Terry Gilliam of people playing butt trumpets
October 9, 2025 at 7:08 PM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
Double-decker kitties!
A chair with the back of a curled grey cat on the seat and the face and tail of a grey tabby below on the ground.
August 6, 2025 at 3:58 AM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
Answers.com is mollocking among the bollocks.
Screenshot of www.answers.com: What are the characteristics and uses of the sukebind plant? The sukebind plant, also known as sweet fern, is a shrub with aromatic leaves that can be used for medicinal purposes. It is known for its astringent and antiseptic properties, making it useful for treating skin conditions and minor wounds. Additionally, the plant is often used in herbal teas for its pleasant flavor and potential health benefits.
June 16, 2025 at 4:19 PM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
Pink!
A photo of a small park. The ground is simply covered with pink cherry petals. There are pink azaleas to the right.
May 5, 2025 at 9:27 PM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
Post your favourite Doctor Who. Wrong answers only:
Diana Rigg from The Avengers
March 19, 2025 at 12:52 AM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
The flowers that bloom in the spring
A row of pale purple crocuses A small, early iris and some late snowdrops This yellow daffodil is way too early The gonzo cherry tree on the corner -- the one that keeps its blossoms into December -- has managed to put out one petal today.
March 17, 2025 at 3:45 AM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
The omniroll already has an entry in Wikipedia's list of rolled foods. It's recursive and unbounded. Black Roll forms in 3... 2... 1...
Screenshot of the omniroll entry on Wikipedia. It describes the roll as "notional" and includes xkcd's ALT text.
March 8, 2025 at 5:13 PM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
If you see this, post a Knight!
Tenniel's illustration of the white knight from Through the Looking Glass
February 8, 2025 at 9:24 PM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
We went on a long walk this afternoon and saw #SomethingBeautiful
A bright red tree backlit by the low sun
November 5, 2024 at 8:55 PM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
Cat.
A gray tabby asleep in a nest of blankets
October 17, 2024 at 4:29 AM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
Domestic shorthair
A closeup of a gray tabby’s neck
September 30, 2024 at 2:11 AM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
Marry, fuck, kill?
An ornate couch with shiny red cushions, gold trim, and exaggerated arms A basic gray fabric couch A leather Eames couch
July 25, 2024 at 2:46 AM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
If you see this, I IMPLORE you to post a picture from whatever device you’re using without explanation.
Redbird at Christo's 2005 Gates installation in Central Park
July 13, 2024 at 7:31 PM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
I have acquired a new phone. I must therefore post a cat picture.
Two cats on a cat tree. One is a short haired tabby; the other is a medium haired gray cat.
May 16, 2024 at 2:13 AM
bigpurplecat.bsky.social
Professor Socrates asked weird questions until everyone but Plato left.
January 19, 2024 at 5:38 PM