Ranto
@rantogethernow.bsky.social
#ND, parent of NDs. #EDS #MCAS #POTs, #Dysautonomia etc. Arts nature animals politics news. I'd be delighted if you use AltText (and more likely to repost...). Probably the wrong temperature.
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@rantogethernow.bsky.social
· Nov 16
flamingos standing in a body of water with the name dunken k bliths at the bottom
Alt: flamingos standing in a body of water while a majestic cockerel walks past on stilts. The name dunken k bliths at the bottom
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An accurate representation of me masking....
Can't resist bringing this over from that place.
Hello folks 😀
Can't resist bringing this over from that place.
Hello folks 😀
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We will never forget. ❤️
November 29, 2025 at 12:16 PM
We will never forget. ❤️
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Okay, here we go.
Health & care staff are no longer allowed a Covid booster, but they're still expected to look after COVID+ patients.
NHS/govt is reneging on its duty of care. Staff will become unwell, and patients too will suffer.
You know what to do
👇✍️
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
Health & care staff are no longer allowed a Covid booster, but they're still expected to look after COVID+ patients.
NHS/govt is reneging on its duty of care. Staff will become unwell, and patients too will suffer.
You know what to do
👇✍️
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
November 28, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Okay, here we go.
Health & care staff are no longer allowed a Covid booster, but they're still expected to look after COVID+ patients.
NHS/govt is reneging on its duty of care. Staff will become unwell, and patients too will suffer.
You know what to do
👇✍️
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
Health & care staff are no longer allowed a Covid booster, but they're still expected to look after COVID+ patients.
NHS/govt is reneging on its duty of care. Staff will become unwell, and patients too will suffer.
You know what to do
👇✍️
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
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Yesterday, after our meeting with DCMS about the wall's permanence, we had the sad task of updating the number of covid dead. ❤️
November 29, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Yesterday, after our meeting with DCMS about the wall's permanence, we had the sad task of updating the number of covid dead. ❤️
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Excellent news! We are now shipping to the USA again! - Shipping prices are slightly up as we have to pay an additional fee and there's a maximum order value of £60 due to the tariffs, but at least we can ship there again!
November 26, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Excellent news! We are now shipping to the USA again! - Shipping prices are slightly up as we have to pay an additional fee and there's a maximum order value of £60 due to the tariffs, but at least we can ship there again!
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Damn I was sure this post would be universally loved. Still, share it if you feel moved to
I have now added these three original drawings (with monoprint elements) to this gallery ⬇️ ! The green phone, the Jestival, the cones with gull. Sharing these types of posts really helps me!
www.chloecumming.com/monoprintdra...
www.chloecumming.com/monoprintdra...
November 25, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Damn I was sure this post would be universally loved. Still, share it if you feel moved to
It's a good'un
Warning - a book plug coming up!
Have neurodivergent students in your household or away at uni? Maybe, you work in SEND. If so, my practical, pick n’ mix guide to study skills could be a good Christmas gift. Also available at Waterstones and Foyles. www.amazon.co.uk/Study-Skills...
Have neurodivergent students in your household or away at uni? Maybe, you work in SEND. If so, my practical, pick n’ mix guide to study skills could be a good Christmas gift. Also available at Waterstones and Foyles. www.amazon.co.uk/Study-Skills...
A Study Skills Survival Guide for Neurodivergent Learners: A Pick n Mix of Study Skills Strategies for ADHD, Autistic, Dyslexic and Dyspraxic Learners
Buy A Study Skills Survival Guide for Neurodivergent Learners: A Pick n Mix of Study Skills Strategies for ADHD, Autistic, Dyslexic and Dyspraxic Learners by Childs, Julia (ISBN: 9781805011859) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
www.amazon.co.uk
November 22, 2025 at 9:56 AM
It's a good'un
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I'm taking🌲etsy orders for just a few more days:
🌿Real flowers cast in silver+ tiny hand-sculpted silver wren necklaces
💐Victorian ink bottle kits to improve mental health
🗓️A very few calendars*
🪸Ltd ed'n art prints of my photos*
*Looking at them's likely to ⬇️⬇️ anxiety:
www.etsy.com/uk/shop/silv...
🌿Real flowers cast in silver+ tiny hand-sculpted silver wren necklaces
💐Victorian ink bottle kits to improve mental health
🗓️A very few calendars*
🪸Ltd ed'n art prints of my photos*
*Looking at them's likely to ⬇️⬇️ anxiety:
www.etsy.com/uk/shop/silv...
November 16, 2025 at 11:37 AM
I'm taking🌲etsy orders for just a few more days:
🌿Real flowers cast in silver+ tiny hand-sculpted silver wren necklaces
💐Victorian ink bottle kits to improve mental health
🗓️A very few calendars*
🪸Ltd ed'n art prints of my photos*
*Looking at them's likely to ⬇️⬇️ anxiety:
www.etsy.com/uk/shop/silv...
🌿Real flowers cast in silver+ tiny hand-sculpted silver wren necklaces
💐Victorian ink bottle kits to improve mental health
🗓️A very few calendars*
🪸Ltd ed'n art prints of my photos*
*Looking at them's likely to ⬇️⬇️ anxiety:
www.etsy.com/uk/shop/silv...
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Here is an obituary for Alice Wong from The Sick Times, a publication aligned with disability rights and disability activism, if you are looking for an alternative to reading the nyt one: thesicktimes.org/2025/11/15/a...
Alice Wong, disability activist and luminary, dies at 51 - The Sick Times
Alice Wong platformed and uplifted people with Long COVID in her final chapter as a lifelong disability advocate and storyteller.
thesicktimes.org
November 16, 2025 at 2:05 AM
Here is an obituary for Alice Wong from The Sick Times, a publication aligned with disability rights and disability activism, if you are looking for an alternative to reading the nyt one: thesicktimes.org/2025/11/15/a...
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If no one in your timeline is grieving the loss of Alice Wong today then you’re not hearing from enough disabled people or even people who listen to disabled people.
That’s a massive segment of society to which you will likely belong some day. Might want to turn an ear toward them sooner than later
That’s a massive segment of society to which you will likely belong some day. Might want to turn an ear toward them sooner than later
November 15, 2025 at 6:55 PM
If no one in your timeline is grieving the loss of Alice Wong today then you’re not hearing from enough disabled people or even people who listen to disabled people.
That’s a massive segment of society to which you will likely belong some day. Might want to turn an ear toward them sooner than later
That’s a massive segment of society to which you will likely belong some day. Might want to turn an ear toward them sooner than later
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When creating PDFs, avoid using "Print to PDF." A screen reader user may still be able to access the text of PDFs created this way, but heading structure, alternative text, and any other tag structure will be lost. Using "Save As" or "Export" can preserve these tags.
November 13, 2025 at 3:32 AM
When creating PDFs, avoid using "Print to PDF." A screen reader user may still be able to access the text of PDFs created this way, but heading structure, alternative text, and any other tag structure will be lost. Using "Save As" or "Export" can preserve these tags.
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This cartoon has been popular recently. It's now available to buy on our website.
www.worldofmoose.com/collections/...
www.worldofmoose.com/collections/...
November 11, 2025 at 9:51 AM
This cartoon has been popular recently. It's now available to buy on our website.
www.worldofmoose.com/collections/...
www.worldofmoose.com/collections/...
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Rejoining Eramsus+ would be a vital step in retaining Britain’s standing in the world and upholding the world renown of our universities. This cultural exchange was essential for cooperation in an increasingly interconnected world. It's time to restore our membership.
November 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Rejoining Eramsus+ would be a vital step in retaining Britain’s standing in the world and upholding the world renown of our universities. This cultural exchange was essential for cooperation in an increasingly interconnected world. It's time to restore our membership.
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I forgot that I'd put this one on teepublic :D
doodlecats.dashery.com/products/367...
doodlecats.dashery.com/products/367...
November 11, 2025 at 10:54 AM
I forgot that I'd put this one on teepublic :D
doodlecats.dashery.com/products/367...
doodlecats.dashery.com/products/367...
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When #BrainFog hits and no matter how hard you concentrate you can't process what is being said, it can lead to all sorts of misunderstandings - ppl thinking we're lazy/selfish/not trying etc. Being able to explain what's going on is really helpful - for both sides of the conversation!
November 10, 2025 at 5:09 PM
When #BrainFog hits and no matter how hard you concentrate you can't process what is being said, it can lead to all sorts of misunderstandings - ppl thinking we're lazy/selfish/not trying etc. Being able to explain what's going on is really helpful - for both sides of the conversation!
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🚨 Mythbusting #LongCovid with Dr Amir Khan🚨
Long Covid is real. It’s serious. And it’s affecting millions.
On #LongCovidAwarenessDay, #DrAmirKhan joins us to bust harmful myths.
Watch, learn, and share—because the more we talk about Long Covid, the harder it is to ignore.
Long Covid is real. It’s serious. And it’s affecting millions.
On #LongCovidAwarenessDay, #DrAmirKhan joins us to bust harmful myths.
Watch, learn, and share—because the more we talk about Long Covid, the harder it is to ignore.
March 15, 2025 at 9:12 AM
🚨 Mythbusting #LongCovid with Dr Amir Khan🚨
Long Covid is real. It’s serious. And it’s affecting millions.
On #LongCovidAwarenessDay, #DrAmirKhan joins us to bust harmful myths.
Watch, learn, and share—because the more we talk about Long Covid, the harder it is to ignore.
Long Covid is real. It’s serious. And it’s affecting millions.
On #LongCovidAwarenessDay, #DrAmirKhan joins us to bust harmful myths.
Watch, learn, and share—because the more we talk about Long Covid, the harder it is to ignore.
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Please post a photo of your Corsi-Rosenthal Box if you are decorating one or more for Halloween.
@crfoundationus.bsky.social
@crfoundationus.bsky.social
October 30, 2025 at 3:58 AM
Please post a photo of your Corsi-Rosenthal Box if you are decorating one or more for Halloween.
@crfoundationus.bsky.social
@crfoundationus.bsky.social
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Don’t stuff your alt text with keywords without context. If your alt text is just a collection of keywords, it will just sound like a gibberish string. It won’t describe what’s actually in the image, and won't help a blind user get a context or content of the image.
October 16, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Don’t stuff your alt text with keywords without context. If your alt text is just a collection of keywords, it will just sound like a gibberish string. It won’t describe what’s actually in the image, and won't help a blind user get a context or content of the image.
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Yes! Alt text is a thing on Blue Sky - I don’t repost anything unless it has it - this site supported disabled and visually challenged long before most of us had heard of it
Welcome, new followers. Please add alt text to the images you post. What is alt text? Glad you asked:
A brief thread on alt-text.
Alt text is descriptive text that conveys the meaning of an image. It's designed to make visual content accessible to people with vision disabilities. When a person uses assistive technology such as a screen reader, the screen reader will read the onscreen text aloud 1/7
Alt text is descriptive text that conveys the meaning of an image. It's designed to make visual content accessible to people with vision disabilities. When a person uses assistive technology such as a screen reader, the screen reader will read the onscreen text aloud 1/7
October 16, 2025 at 3:56 AM
Yes! Alt text is a thing on Blue Sky - I don’t repost anything unless it has it - this site supported disabled and visually challenged long before most of us had heard of it
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Goodbye summer. Goodbye peonies.
Pink peonies. Oil on canvas
Pink peonies. Oil on canvas
October 12, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Goodbye summer. Goodbye peonies.
Pink peonies. Oil on canvas
Pink peonies. Oil on canvas
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Nice article about someone realising they are autistic in later life.
www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
A new start after 60: I realised I had autism – and suddenly my life made sense. I have never been so happy
After decades of loneliness and depression, Cathleen Caffrey had come to think of herself as a bad person. Then she learned about others who had struggled to fit in …
www.theguardian.com
October 13, 2025 at 6:40 AM
Nice article about someone realising they are autistic in later life.
www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
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October 8, 2025 at 10:17 AM
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Cos I’m an optimist, I’ve added these three startling rabbit type things as original artworks to my new ‘rodents’ gallery (previously squirrels). The squirrels are still there. Plz share if poss
www.chloecumming.com/rodents
www.chloecumming.com/rodents
October 8, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Cos I’m an optimist, I’ve added these three startling rabbit type things as original artworks to my new ‘rodents’ gallery (previously squirrels). The squirrels are still there. Plz share if poss
www.chloecumming.com/rodents
www.chloecumming.com/rodents
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In the lead up to World Mental Health Day, I’ve written a blog about how my adventures help me with my recovery from clinical depression.
www.lifeafloat.co.uk/blog/2025/10...
www.lifeafloat.co.uk/blog/2025/10...
Walking Into Everyday Life. Lessons From a Three-Month Expedition — Life Afloat
How My Walking Adventure Continues to Shape My Daily Routine and My Recovery
www.lifeafloat.co.uk
October 6, 2025 at 7:23 PM
In the lead up to World Mental Health Day, I’ve written a blog about how my adventures help me with my recovery from clinical depression.
www.lifeafloat.co.uk/blog/2025/10...
www.lifeafloat.co.uk/blog/2025/10...