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Jenny
@jennyontheyacht.bsky.social
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From Leeds, now living on the Wirral. Married. ADHD. Loves music trivia and celebrating birthdays, taking nature pics and One Direction. Trans ally 🏳️‍⚧️
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greenparty.org.uk
Help us make hope normal again.

Join the Green Party now.
January 22, 2026 at 7:07 PM
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stephencollins.bsky.social
The Highway Code rule 112b: LED headlights
[Cartoon strip pastiche of the Highway Code, with illustrations describing the text] [Title panel]: The Highway Code Rule number 112b: LED headlights In recent years, many new cars have been fitted with extra-bright LED headlights. LED headlights increase safety by illuminating every detail of the road ahead Including the face of the person driving a metal box towards you at a combined speed of 80mph Whom you have just blinded with your LED headlights. LED headlights must be fitted at eye-level on a great big murderous wall of car. [Show a car crumpling into the front of a high-fronted SUV, bathed in light from the blinding headlamps] They must be permanently on full beam, because you are insane. And they should be bright enough to make other drivers think they are ascending into a blinding vortex of alien light Like them old people in the classic Ron Howard film, Cocoon (1985). [Show illustration of the final scene where the older people on the boat are being yoinked up into the blindingly-illuminated cloaca of the big spaceship] So remember: you must use LED headlights To prevent everyone from not crashing into you. [Image shows this happening] [Ends]
January 12, 2026 at 11:52 AM
jennyontheyacht.bsky.social
Little did I know that I'd be ahead of the curve by going no-contact with my alcoholic abusive dad when I was 12 back in 1989! I'm here for people putting themselves first if someone in their life is negatively impacting them. I hate all this, "but they're your... (fill in the blank)". Just no!
danielsohege.bsky.social Dan Sohege @danielsohege.bsky.social · Dec 24
Yeah, no thanks.

Stop guilting people about being estranged from family members. It someone is they likely have personal reasons for being so.
SARAH DITUM Stick with family, whatever it says online Estrangement from parents or children seems to be growing, prompted by internet chatrooms advising 'no contact' Sarah Ditum Tuesday December 23 2025, 8.03pm, The Times
December 24, 2025 at 9:05 PM
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merrynmusic.bsky.social
Every Saturday I’ll bring you the 20 new releases by UK and Ireland artists that I love, in no particular order. This week's playlist is now live! 🏆

You can find the #playlist here: open.spotify.com/playlist/5xU...

#music #newmusic #independentartist #singersongwriter #spotify #spotifyplaylist
December 21, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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mrchrisaddison.bsky.social
Christmas, innit. How about we get some things for women and children with nothing who are escaping domestic violence? You can do that, as ever, via the brilliant Refuge. Check this out: donate.refuge.org.uk/page/180196/...
Buy a parcel and help give mums and their children in our refuges their first Christmas of freedom.
When a child arrives at a refuge in the countdown to Christmas, they’re withdrawn and in shock.
donate.refuge.org.uk
December 14, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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richycraven.bsky.social
Rob Reiner: I'm going to make a coming of age drama, a fantasy adventure story, a romantic comedy, a psychological horror and then a courtroom drama.

Us: Across your entire career?

Reiner: In a 6 year period.

Us: That sounds-

Reiner: -Each one will be arguably the best movie in that genre.
Extract from Rob Reiner's Wikipedia Filmography 1986 - Stand By zme 1987 - The Princess Bride 1989 - When Harry Met Sally 1990 - Misery 1992 - A Few Good Men
December 15, 2025 at 8:04 AM
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wearequeeraf.com
In a major win for Trans+ rights, an employment tribunal has ruled the Supreme Court’s ruling on the definition of ‘woman’ does not require trans people to be excluded from single-sex spaces.


Here’s what the ruling said 👇
Supreme Court decision does not require Trans+ bathroom ban, Scottish court says
An employment tribunal has set out why Supreme Court ruling on the Equality Act 2010 does not require segregating Trans+ people from single-sex spaces
www.wearequeeraf.com
December 15, 2025 at 8:48 AM
jennyontheyacht.bsky.social
The news about Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle is so heartbreaking. He gave us so many brilliant films and he will be sadly missed. My thoughts are with this friends and family at this sad time 💔
December 15, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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iridescentdreams.bsky.social
friendly reminder that you didn't waste your year. any moments of happiness or comfort. any small accomplishments, they all matter. this has been a really hard year, and simply surviving is something to be proud of.
November 20, 2025 at 12:32 PM
jennyontheyacht.bsky.social
I do wonder - where will all of this end? Trans people are just trying to live their lives. It's so sad that this had to happen 💔
robinince.bsky.social Robin Ince @robinince.bsky.social · Dec 13
Very sad that I felt I had no choice but to resign from The Infinite Monkey Cage - a victory for the transphobes and other bigots - I did it because so much of the media has chosen to believe the kind and empathetic people are a fiction - they are real and so often unrepresented.
This is the saddest day of my professional life. Today is not only the final recording of the latest series of The Infinite Monkey Cage, it is my last ever Monkey Cage. I never thought that I would have to leave the show. I always imagined going on until | dropped dead under the studio lights due to a brain aneurysm caused by my final attempt to understand notions of quantum gravity or the shock of being told about fly maggot infestations in the sacks of macaque monkeys. I resigned in September, after sixteen years of dedication to the show, A show that I named and helped develop over all those years. Unfortunately, my opinions outside the BBC have been considered problematic for sometime, whether it has been voicing support for the trans community, criticism of Donald Trump, numerous other outlandish opinions, including once gently criticising Stephen Fry. These things were considered to conflict with being a freelance BBC science presenter In a recent meeting where BBC Studio executives again voiced problems with me, I realised my choices. Obedience and being quieter to remain making Monkey Cage, or 'Resign and have the freedom to speak out against what I believe are injustices'. • I chose the latter. It broke my heart. I love this show and I love the audience, and it is because of the audience in particular, that this decision was so difficult to make. I kept thinking about all the extremist voices promoting hate and division. They are being given so many platforms, while voices that represent kindness, open mindedness, empathy seem to be scarcer and scarcer. I felt I couldn't pamper myself with the luxury of silence. One of my many privileges is that I am able to resign and I can speak out even if it is to the detriment of my career. I have thought a lot about my heroes, Sinead O Connor, James Baldwin, Audre Lorde, and so many more. I think of Sinead's words, "the job of an artist is to be themselves at any cost". James Baldwin said prejudice was really just a word for cowardice. Audre Lorde, viewing her life, wrote that her only regrets were her silences. I think of my father as I resign, he brought me up to believe in fairness , justice and kindness. Though my heart is broken, it is also full of fire. I apologise to our incredible listeners for my departure, your love of the show means a great deal. I am so sorry to let you down. I hope that you can understand my reasoning. I have to accept that I am not what the current BBC expects of their freelance presenters. Despite this I should add that I have always worked far more than my contracted hours to try and ensure the show was always the best it could be, as well as making myself accessible and responsive to the audience wherever and whenever I met them. Every night, we have recorded, I have been filled with determination to make the best show possible. This was not "just a job" I hope that with my departure I can be a better ally to the LGBTQ community, to the neurodivergent community, to activists fighting against those who aim to brutalise society, to those currently in prison on hunger strike, and to all those who fight for a more inclusive world. From many conversations, I know there are many Monkey Cage listeners who support these communities and activists too. The strawberry is dead. Long live the strawberry. B
December 13, 2025 at 9:48 AM
jennyontheyacht.bsky.social
We want the media and politicians to recognise that there is a large number of women who are supportive of the trans+ community. We call on them to report truthfully about the sources of violence against women and to address the systems that perpetuate harm. notinourname.org.uk/petition/not...
Women in support of the trans+ community - Not in our name
notinourname.org.uk
December 13, 2025 at 9:45 AM
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greenparty.org.uk
⏰ Don't miss @zackpolanski.bsky.social on BBC Question Time tonight.

💻 BBC News Channel at 9pm
📺 BBC One at 10.40pm
On the right: a photo of Zack Polanski with a BBC Question Time studio blurred in the background. On the left, text reads: QUESTION TIME THURSDAY 4th DECEMBER ZACK POLANSKI Leader of Green Party of England and Wales BBC News - 9:00PM BBC One - 10:40PM REAL HOPE. REAL CHANGE. Green Party Promoted by Chris Williams on behalf of The Green Party, both at PO Box 78066, London SE16 9GQ
December 4, 2025 at 2:58 PM
jennyontheyacht.bsky.social
If you see this, post your getaway vehicle
November 23, 2025 at 10:54 PM
jennyontheyacht.bsky.social
I was today years old when I found out why a poop deck on a ship is called a poop deck 😊
youtu.be/KitTw54KYAg?...
Poop Deck on Ship
YouTube video by marineinsight
youtu.be
November 23, 2025 at 10:51 PM
jennyontheyacht.bsky.social
Oh my gosh, this is amazing!
youtu.be/Xc87M4NzEsg?...
Wizard of Oz V Sandstorm
YouTube video by Benboozal
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November 21, 2025 at 9:13 PM
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canopyrobin.com
If you want to support a trans or non-binary run business this #TransgenderAwarenessWeek, or with your Christmas shopping, this is a reminder that @catgirlfingies.quest created this amazing starter pack:
November 14, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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unicouniuni3.bsky.social
Sweet dreams with Mini Uni
A tuxedo cat is peacefully sleeping while holding a small plush that looks just like him, covered with a white blanket featuring paw prints and his own image
October 5, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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cassetteboy.bsky.social
New! Cassetteboy vs Keir Starmer.

This took absolutely ages, so if you'd like to buy us a coffee at ko-fi.com/cassetteboy we'd really appreciate it. Thanks!
September 30, 2025 at 10:55 AM
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michellemcmurrie.bsky.social
You know, I've written vampire novels and a short story book about teddy bears in a war, and a book about a guy trapped inside his own head, and a book about a guy who dies and goes to hell - AND that the first vampire book and the hell book have new editions out?! www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Miche...
Michelle McMurrie: books, biography, latest update
Follow Michelle McMurrie and explore their bibliography from Amazon's Michelle McMurrie Author Page.
www.amazon.co.uk
September 28, 2025 at 12:30 PM
jennyontheyacht.bsky.social
"Think back to your childhood. Do you remember when the anxiety started?"
September 15, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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katymontgomerie.com
Bristol being good again ❤️

www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
Bristol council leader criticises Supreme Court trans ruling
Tony Dyer says the council wants to create an "inclusive city" and support the rights of trans people
www.bristolpost.co.uk
July 10, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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philippaeast.bsky.social
Okay folks! We’ve a real opportunity here. This petition is at 78,000 (ends 28 July!). With a good push, we can get it over the line.
MPs *don't need to stick to the exact petition topic*. We can brief them to discuss any & ALL issues with trans healthcare.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/70...
1/🧵
Petition: Legally enshrine the right of adults to physically transition using NHS services
Introduce a law to legally protect the right of those aged 18 and over to transition using NHS services. This should specifically cover physical transition, including hormone treatment and surgery, as...
petition.parliament.uk
July 4, 2025 at 2:54 PM
jennyontheyacht.bsky.social
This is heartbreaking 💔
goodlawproject.org Jolyon Maugham KC @goodlawproject.org · Jul 11
Incontrovertible evidence, now, of *police* investigating families supporting their kids with gender affirming healthcare in the UK. For trying to do the best for your child, following best practice in most of the world, here you get a visit from the police.

Thank you, Wes Streeting.
July 11, 2025 at 12:52 PM
jennyontheyacht.bsky.social
This is very true! 😂
July 4, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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rspb.bsky.social
Hot? Our wildlife is feeling it too! 🥵

Here are four ways to help your garden visitors stay cool this summer. 👇
A colourful graphic titled 'Help wildlife beat the heat' with illustrations and tips on creating natural habitats. Tips include letting grass grow long to provide cool refuge for insects, planting shrubs for shade, setting up shallow water stations for hydration, and creating muddy puddles to help nesting birds, amphibians and reptiles. The scene depicted shows a garden for wildlife, with long grass, pools of water, trailing plants and a muddy puddle set against a fence. The sun is pictured in the top right in orange hues.
June 21, 2025 at 1:38 PM