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@cathectic.bsky.social
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Enjoy nature, fine art, and photography •|• Omnicurious •|•
Older, but not old •|•
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Yes, I got one too...
Screenshot of message of message purporting to be from Bluesky saying 'Account restricted User' Then asking for bank details Screenshot of chat message from scam message...
November 10, 2025 at 7:43 PM
cathectic.bsky.social
This is what Chat-GPT suggests:
Screenshot from Chat-GPT saying: 💻 Option 2: Intermediate (Desktop Apps) If you want more control or need to do this offline: 1. DaVinci Resolve (Free) Use Color → Tracking → Power Window. Draw a circle over the face → Enable tracking → Apply blur effect. DaVinci will auto-track the motion. ✅ Pros: Professional-grade, free version available ❌ Cons: Slight learning curve 2. Adobe Premiere Pro Use Gaussian Blur or Mosaic. Mask the face with the ellipse tool → Enable mask tracking. Premiere will automatically follow the face’s movement. ✅ Pros: Very flexible ❌ Cons: Paid software
November 10, 2025 at 7:10 PM
cathectic.bsky.social
And here's a Braques
Head of a Woman (Tête de Femme) by Georges Braque
November 2, 2025 at 8:33 AM
cathectic.bsky.social
Here's a Cubist Picasso painting
'Woman with mandolin' by Picasso
November 2, 2025 at 8:24 AM
cathectic.bsky.social
A bit late, but salut!!
Monochrome photo of a glass of white wine
November 1, 2025 at 7:07 PM
cathectic.bsky.social
FWIW...
Screenshot from Chat-GPT query ChatGPT said: It’s generally recommended to brush your teeth after breakfast, but with a slight caveat. Brushing right after you eat can be problematic if you've consumed acidic foods or drinks (like citrus, coffee, or soda), because the enamel on your teeth can be softened by the acid. Brushing immediately after can lead to enamel wear over time. If you’ve had something acidic for breakfast, it’s a good idea to wait at least 30 minutes before brushing. On the other hand, if your breakfast wasn’t too acidic, brushing after is fine. Brushing before breakfast can also help remove any plaque buildup from overnight, so it’s not a bad option either, just not as effective for getting rid of the food and acid from your meal. Some people also choose to rinse their mouth with water or mouthwash after eating to help neutralize acids before brushing.
October 15, 2025 at 12:38 AM
cathectic.bsky.social
I prefer the 125 year-old original!

(😉🤭)
A faded sepia version of the same photograph
October 9, 2025 at 7:49 AM
cathectic.bsky.social
What's your sign?
Sign saying: My mind is like my internet browser 19 tabs open 3 of them are frozen & I have no idea where the music is coming from
September 28, 2025 at 7:44 AM
cathectic.bsky.social
You can make a simple first approximation using the data below and your own travel distance data!
Screenshot from Chat-GPT (summary): ChatGPT Aircraft CO2 per 1000km Gulfstream 650 ~5 tonnes Gulfstream 800 no reliable data Boeing 767 ~18.8 tonnes Boeing 747 ~ 30 - 40 tonnes
September 27, 2025 at 3:20 AM
cathectic.bsky.social
Thanks for explaining further - I see now why I misunderstood - you used the word to mean 'free, apart from the constraints of the framework' (which is different from its usual usage!).

It then all depends how you interpret 'defined by' (a discussion for another day! 😄)
Screenshot from Chat-GPT: The phrase “free regardless of the boundaries of the framework” is a bit abstract, but here’s how it can be unpacked depending on context: General Meaning It suggests that freedom (of thought, action, creativity, or use) isn’t constrained by the rules, limitations, or structure of a given “framework.” A framework could be literal (like a software framework, legal system, or institutional setup) or metaphorical (like cultural norms, mental models, or philosophical systems). Being free regardless of the boundaries means not letting those built-in restrictions determine what is possible or permissible.
September 26, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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(FWIW if you want the science, according to Chat-GPT the generic formula is:

Emissions (kg CO₂e)=
Distance (km)
×Emission factor (kg/km)
×Class multiplier
×RFI)
Screenshot from ChatGPT, showing: 3. Apply emissions factors A rough guide (CO₂ emissions per passenger-kilometer, IPCC & ICAO data): Short-haul flights (<1,500 km): ~0.15–0.25 kg CO₂ per km Medium/long-haul flights: ~0.10–0.15 kg CO₂ per km Class multiplier: Economy = ×1 Premium economy = ×1.5 Business = ×2 First = ×3 4. Adjust for non-CO₂ effects Airplanes release not just CO₂ but also contrails and nitrogen oxides. Many calculators multiply by a Radiative Forcing Index (RFI) of ~1.9–2 to account for total climate impact.
September 26, 2025 at 6:25 PM
cathectic.bsky.social
Regardless = 'despite everything'

(i.e. 'without regard to' or 'without paying attention to present circumstances').

If you were trying to convey something other than 'without regard to the outer framework' might you be able to rephrase or explain it? I'm genuinely curious! 🌞
Screenshot of entry in Merriam Webster dictionary: regardless adverb Definition (Entry 1 of 2) despite everything e.g. 'went ahead with their plans regardless' Screenshot from Chat-GPT: "Regardless" in English usage "Regardless" is usually an adverb (sometimes considered a sentence adverb), and it means "despite everything" or "without paying attention to present circumstances." It often signals that something will happen or is true even though obstacles, conditions, or objections exist.
September 26, 2025 at 11:37 AM
cathectic.bsky.social
You see this post a concert picture you took.
September 24, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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Yrs, you can bookmark them from the bookmark icon!
Screenshot of the icons below the post, with the bookmark icon circled in red.
September 12, 2025 at 8:04 PM
cathectic.bsky.social
Nature is full of delights!
A monochrome photo of a pair of sycamore seeds lying on the ground, joined together at the head and looking like a pair of wings.
September 6, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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Screenshot from https://www.gov.uk/alerts/public-testing ----------------------------------------------------------- Important We are testing the UK’s Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September at 3pm. HomeAbout Emergency Alerts English Cymraeg Public testing of the Emergency Alerts system Upcoming national test on 7 September 2025 The government will be carrying out a national test of the UK Emergency Alerts system on 7 September 2025 at 3pm. The test alert will be sent to all compatible 4G and 5G mobile phones and compatible tablets across the UK. This follows the first successful national test in April 2023. Information about the upcoming national test is available in British Sign Language (BSL) and Easy Read formats.
August 31, 2025 at 10:12 AM
cathectic.bsky.social
Play of light...
A curious pattern of sunlight on an otherwise shaded pale wall
August 25, 2025 at 7:25 AM
cathectic.bsky.social
Here's what Chat-GPT has to say...

(Seems plausible, though I haven't checked it!)
Starting a Yacht Crew Career from the UK 1. Certifications in the UK - STCW Basic Safety Training: Available at UKSA (Isle of Wight), Bluewater, Warsash Maritime School (Southampton). - ENG1 Medical: Issued by MCA-approved UK doctors, valid for 2 years. - Optional: RYA Powerboat Level 2 (for deck crew), Food Hygiene Certificate (for stews). 2. Job Boards & Agencies (UK-based) - Yotspot (UK-based, very popular job board) - Bluewater Yachting - Wilsonhalligan (UK) - Viking Crew (Dover-based, one of the largest UK recruiters) - Quay Crew (Poole-based) 3. Where to Physically Go Most yachts are not long-term in the UK. Usual paths: - Train in the UK, then go to Antibes (France) or Palma (Spain) for the Mediterranean season (Mar–Jun). - Or head to Fort Lauderdale (Florida) for the Caribbean season (Oct–Dec). - Limited opportunities in the UK (Solent/Scotland), but most work is abroad. 4. Age in the UK Context - Minimum: 18 (must have STCW & ENG1) - Typical range: 18–35, but no legal age cap. - 35+ still possible, especially with transferable hospitality/trade skills. 5. Step-by-Step UK Pathway 1. Book STCW & ENG1 in the UK. 2. Prepare a yacht-specific CV. 3. Register with Yotspot, Viking Crew, Wilsonhalligan, Quay Crew. 4. Head to Antibes/Palma/Fort Lauderdale for the season. 5. Dock walk and take daywork to get experience before landing permanent contracts.
August 22, 2025 at 9:43 PM
cathectic.bsky.social
Reminds me of my sister's trolls (before your time, I suspect!) 🤭
photo of a blonde troll doll from the 60s/70s (from https://i.etsystatic.com/17689664/r/il/4b7747/5476917393/il_1080xN.5476917393_qamj.jpg)
August 22, 2025 at 3:57 PM
cathectic.bsky.social
Have you any side-on views of you lying down (see below)?

Yours look much more prominent than any I've seen irl, tbh!

(Maybe I should have got around more!! 🤭)
August 16, 2025 at 9:36 PM
cathectic.bsky.social
Sorry, yes (my bad!)
Close up of text in the bottom right hand corner of the poster in the picture.
August 16, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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Photo of the Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen. She is sitting with her legs folded under her to her left, and her hands resting to the right of her hips, on a rock in front of a lake. There are small boulders in the foreground to the right of the picture, and trees along the horizon halfway up and a building on front of them in the background on the right. There is a very pale blue sky in the background with a few white 'cotton wool' clouds just above the horizon. Source: https://scandification.com/facts-about-the-little-mermaid-statue-copenhagen-denmark/
August 10, 2025 at 6:57 AM
cathectic.bsky.social
Happy Lammas Day!!
A hand holding up a champagne flute of sparkling wine against a background of clear blue sky.
August 1, 2025 at 9:17 PM
cathectic.bsky.social
Follow up... 🤭
Another screenshot from Chat-GPT: 'How does 1 + 4 + 1 +1 equal 6? ChatGPT said: You're absolutely right to question that — my earlier math was off. Let's break it down properly: the – 1 syllable li-on-ess-es – 4 syllables did – 1 syllable it – 1 syllable So that’s: 1 + 4 + 1 + 1 = 7 syllables ✅ Final answer: 7 syllables Thanks for catching that!'
July 29, 2025 at 10:22 AM
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Chat-GPT comes up with the definitive answer...!! 😄😄😄
A screenshot from a Chat-GPT query: 'The phrase "the lionesses did it" has 6 syllables: the – 1 syllable li-on-ess-es – 4 syllables did – 1 syllable it – 1 syllable'
July 29, 2025 at 10:19 AM