lilesosanna
@lilesosanna.bsky.social
Vegan. Gardener. Beekeeper. Hedgerow wine. Batik Artist. Conservationist. Bibliophile. Renovating old cottage in Ireland. Current affairs. Neurodiverse.
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lilesosanna
@lilesosanna.bsky.social
· Jan 2
Every year around this time, I plan what to grow to meet my need and where to plant them, carefully applying the best crop rotation methods to ensure healthy nutritionally rich plants. I also have a greenhouse, and orchard.
It's 5.20pm and I have to go to bed it is so cold @simonharrisireland.bsky.social that's what is the reality of existing on a state pension in Ireland.
Pensions are not a short term welfare payment like JobSeekers it is how we exist until death after working all our lives.
Pensions are not a short term welfare payment like JobSeekers it is how we exist until death after working all our lives.
November 24, 2025 at 5:23 PM
It's 5.20pm and I have to go to bed it is so cold @simonharrisireland.bsky.social that's what is the reality of existing on a state pension in Ireland.
Pensions are not a short term welfare payment like JobSeekers it is how we exist until death after working all our lives.
Pensions are not a short term welfare payment like JobSeekers it is how we exist until death after working all our lives.
It's important to remember now more than ever, that tRump is a compulsive liar. People should get information directly from reliable and honest Ukraine leaders - none have lied, sought to big themselves, they have all just put their citizens and country first. news.sky.com/story/ukrain...
Ukraine war latest: Trump hints at peace progress - as Ukraine negotiator says original US plan to end war 'no longer exists'
Donald Trump says "something good just may be happening" on talks to end the war in Ukraine - after his peace plan was "updated" after Ukraine-US talks in Geneva. Sir Keir Starmer will host a coalitio...
news.sky.com
November 24, 2025 at 5:21 PM
It's important to remember now more than ever, that tRump is a compulsive liar. People should get information directly from reliable and honest Ukraine leaders - none have lied, sought to big themselves, they have all just put their citizens and country first. news.sky.com/story/ukrain...
A good example of why every country should have a right to die bill. This couple could have died with dignity and with family around them instead they died a terrible tragic death. news.sky.com/story/devote...
'Devoted' elderly couple jumped to their deaths from cliffs at Whitby Abbey, inquest hears
David and Susan Jeffcock had sent a letter to their solicitor confirming they intended to end their lives, before they were found on rocks at the base of a cliff in Whitby, north Yorkshire, on 30 July...
news.sky.com
November 24, 2025 at 5:15 PM
A good example of why every country should have a right to die bill. This couple could have died with dignity and with family around them instead they died a terrible tragic death. news.sky.com/story/devote...
-2°C tonight after a dry, sharp, cloudless day, lethal at this time of year. I’ve drawn a pot of water in case the pipes freeze, the cats are on their heated blankets, and I’m picking out bed socks. It's the kind of night that leaves frost on the inside of the windows and me wishing for a teas made.
November 24, 2025 at 4:45 PM
-2°C tonight after a dry, sharp, cloudless day, lethal at this time of year. I’ve drawn a pot of water in case the pipes freeze, the cats are on their heated blankets, and I’m picking out bed socks. It's the kind of night that leaves frost on the inside of the windows and me wishing for a teas made.
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putin held a telephone conversation with Erdogan, the kremlin reported.
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Putin held a telephone conversation with Erdogan, the Kremlin reported. Moskva, Moscow - Ukraine Interactive map - Ukraine Latest news on live map - liveuamap.com
Putin held a telephone conversation with Erdogan, the Kremlin reported.. Live Universal Awareness Map Liveuamap is a leading independent global news and information site dedicated to factual reporting...
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November 24, 2025 at 12:58 PM
putin held a telephone conversation with Erdogan, the kremlin reported.
liveuamap.com/en/2025/24-n...
liveuamap.com/en/2025/24-n...
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📢 In 2024 alone, the EU exported 120,000 tonnes of banned #pesticides. If they’re too dangerous for Europe, they’re too dangerous for everyone.
📦 Join us as we return them on 📅 2 Dec at 09:00 in front of the European Commission.
#ReturnToSender #StopToxicExports
📦 Join us as we return them on 📅 2 Dec at 09:00 in front of the European Commission.
#ReturnToSender #StopToxicExports
November 24, 2025 at 11:47 AM
📢 In 2024 alone, the EU exported 120,000 tonnes of banned #pesticides. If they’re too dangerous for Europe, they’re too dangerous for everyone.
📦 Join us as we return them on 📅 2 Dec at 09:00 in front of the European Commission.
#ReturnToSender #StopToxicExports
📦 Join us as we return them on 📅 2 Dec at 09:00 in front of the European Commission.
#ReturnToSender #StopToxicExports
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Penneys says its clothes are “designed to last”.
So we tested them – and a lot of these clothes didn’t hold up.
@thejournal.ie
So we tested them – and a lot of these clothes didn’t hold up.
@thejournal.ie
November 24, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Penneys says its clothes are “designed to last”.
So we tested them – and a lot of these clothes didn’t hold up.
@thejournal.ie
So we tested them – and a lot of these clothes didn’t hold up.
@thejournal.ie
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UK wildfires devastated more areas in 2025 than at any time since records began, figures show
UK wildfires devastated more areas in 2025 than at any time since records began, figures show
Firefighters call for long-term investment and say UK is dangerously underprepared as climate crisis worsens
Wildfires have devastated more moorland, forests and fields in the UK this year than at any time since records began, putting huge pressure on the country’s fire service, figures show.
The Global Wildfire Information System estimates that by November, wildfires had burned 47,026 hectares (116,204 acres) in 2025 in the UK – the largest area in any year since monitoring began in 2012, and more than double the area burned in the record-breaking summer of 2022. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
November 24, 2025 at 1:33 PM
UK wildfires devastated more areas in 2025 than at any time since records began, figures show
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If “number of ingredients” is your health strategy - you’ve fallen for Ultra-Processed Panic.
Ultra-Processed Panic: Facts vs Fear
Herbiⓥore published a post on Ko-fi
ko-fi.com
November 24, 2025 at 1:59 PM
If “number of ingredients” is your health strategy - you’ve fallen for Ultra-Processed Panic.
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A dramatic rescue unfolded when Maple the pig was saved by @sisurefuge a pig sanctuary, just moments before her life was to be ended.🐷
#pigs #rescue #animalrescue #cuteanimals #animals
#pigs #rescue #animalrescue #cuteanimals #animals
Pregnant Pig Saved in the Nick of Time by North Carolina’s Sanctuary Team
On 31st October 2025, a dramatic rescue unfolded in Duplin County, North Carolina, when Maple the pig was saved by Sisu Refuge, a pig sanctuary, just moments before her life was to be ended.
veganfta.com
November 24, 2025 at 2:14 PM
A dramatic rescue unfolded when Maple the pig was saved by @sisurefuge a pig sanctuary, just moments before her life was to be ended.🐷
#pigs #rescue #animalrescue #cuteanimals #animals
#pigs #rescue #animalrescue #cuteanimals #animals
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Sometimes you get a call where you have to drop everything and go.
This poor dog has the weight of the world on his shoulders but he's only young. He's sleeping well tonight with us
This poor dog has the weight of the world on his shoulders but he's only young. He's sleeping well tonight with us
November 24, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Sometimes you get a call where you have to drop everything and go.
This poor dog has the weight of the world on his shoulders but he's only young. He's sleeping well tonight with us
This poor dog has the weight of the world on his shoulders but he's only young. He's sleeping well tonight with us
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Attention, Europe!
Russian propagandists basically admit Russian sabotage work in Europe and promise to do more of the same.
(This video is from the end of October)
Russian propagandists basically admit Russian sabotage work in Europe and promise to do more of the same.
(This video is from the end of October)
November 24, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Attention, Europe!
Russian propagandists basically admit Russian sabotage work in Europe and promise to do more of the same.
(This video is from the end of October)
Russian propagandists basically admit Russian sabotage work in Europe and promise to do more of the same.
(This video is from the end of October)
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Children killed by Russians in #Ternopil.
On November 19, Russian terrorists attacked residential buildings in Ternopil,killing 34 people.Six more people are considered missing, including one child.
The six kids who will never become adults because Russia killed them:
On November 19, Russian terrorists attacked residential buildings in Ternopil,killing 34 people.Six more people are considered missing, including one child.
The six kids who will never become adults because Russia killed them:
November 24, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Children killed by Russians in #Ternopil.
On November 19, Russian terrorists attacked residential buildings in Ternopil,killing 34 people.Six more people are considered missing, including one child.
The six kids who will never become adults because Russia killed them:
On November 19, Russian terrorists attacked residential buildings in Ternopil,killing 34 people.Six more people are considered missing, including one child.
The six kids who will never become adults because Russia killed them:
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A Dad cradles the coffin of his son.
Russia killed 1,5 year old Nazar, his sister Kamila and their mom on November 19th in #Ternopil.
Deepest condolences...
Russia killed 1,5 year old Nazar, his sister Kamila and their mom on November 19th in #Ternopil.
Deepest condolences...
November 23, 2025 at 6:33 PM
A Dad cradles the coffin of his son.
Russia killed 1,5 year old Nazar, his sister Kamila and their mom on November 19th in #Ternopil.
Deepest condolences...
Russia killed 1,5 year old Nazar, his sister Kamila and their mom on November 19th in #Ternopil.
Deepest condolences...
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They are someone with a life, not something to be used. Choosing compassion is always an option. 💚
🌱 Get our free Vegan Starter Kit and take the first step toward kinder meals today. 🌱
https://challenge.veganfta.com/starter_kit
#illustration #steak #cow #veganart #veganshare
🌱 Get our free Vegan Starter Kit and take the first step toward kinder meals today. 🌱
https://challenge.veganfta.com/starter_kit
#illustration #steak #cow #veganart #veganshare
November 23, 2025 at 8:57 PM
They are someone with a life, not something to be used. Choosing compassion is always an option. 💚
🌱 Get our free Vegan Starter Kit and take the first step toward kinder meals today. 🌱
https://challenge.veganfta.com/starter_kit
#illustration #steak #cow #veganart #veganshare
🌱 Get our free Vegan Starter Kit and take the first step toward kinder meals today. 🌱
https://challenge.veganfta.com/starter_kit
#illustration #steak #cow #veganart #veganshare
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Part 181 of 200 in historically interesting things to inspire your ttrpg dnd
Edo Period Dancing Fox Figurine. Carved ivory and sumo ink stain. Japan 1775.
Edo Period Dancing Fox Figurine. Carved ivory and sumo ink stain. Japan 1775.
November 18, 2025 at 2:05 AM
Part 181 of 200 in historically interesting things to inspire your ttrpg dnd
Edo Period Dancing Fox Figurine. Carved ivory and sumo ink stain. Japan 1775.
Edo Period Dancing Fox Figurine. Carved ivory and sumo ink stain. Japan 1775.
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The Irish forestry industry killing rural Ireland, biodiversity, waterways, protected areas, the planet. youtu.be/vCXPZNMDbDw?...
Irish Forestry Scandal
YouTube video by Kev Collins
youtu.be
November 23, 2025 at 7:05 PM
The Irish forestry industry killing rural Ireland, biodiversity, waterways, protected areas, the planet. youtu.be/vCXPZNMDbDw?...
And if you need a Sunday lunch, Christmas dinner feel but #vegan then follow Brandon's recipe here, simple, tasty and nutritious. youtube.com/shorts/ZokiA...
The Great Vegan Holiday Ham Taste Test
YouTube video by PlantbasedBrandon
youtube.com
November 23, 2025 at 5:29 PM
And if you need a Sunday lunch, Christmas dinner feel but #vegan then follow Brandon's recipe here, simple, tasty and nutritious. youtube.com/shorts/ZokiA...
A nice and simple #vegan recipe with spices and lentils: youtu.be/ECOaBHnRtwQ?...
How to make LENTIL taste good with simple ingredients
YouTube video by Pepper On Top
youtu.be
November 23, 2025 at 5:25 PM
A nice and simple #vegan recipe with spices and lentils: youtu.be/ECOaBHnRtwQ?...
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These days, one of the greatest gifts we can offer is hope. Keep sharing it. ✨
Losing Hope for Veganism? This Will Help.
10 powerful reasons to feel optimistic about the vegan movement
veganhorizon.substack.com
November 23, 2025 at 5:12 PM
These days, one of the greatest gifts we can offer is hope. Keep sharing it. ✨
#veganfood Derek Sarno's pot pies look like they are made for warming you up on a winters day. *Most shop bought pastry is vegan but do check. youtu.be/ARK7qApsRdE?...
The Cheap and Easy Hot Pie I Make All The Time
YouTube video by Derek Sarno
youtu.be
November 23, 2025 at 5:12 PM
#veganfood Derek Sarno's pot pies look like they are made for warming you up on a winters day. *Most shop bought pastry is vegan but do check. youtu.be/ARK7qApsRdE?...
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Urgent MSP #Caturday 🧵: these two handsome boys need a loving home as circumstances sadly force their person to part with them.
Bones & Basil are a bonded pair and need to stay together. Both are vaxxed, neutered, and very sociable. 1/
Bones & Basil are a bonded pair and need to stay together. Both are vaxxed, neutered, and very sociable. 1/
November 22, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Urgent MSP #Caturday 🧵: these two handsome boys need a loving home as circumstances sadly force their person to part with them.
Bones & Basil are a bonded pair and need to stay together. Both are vaxxed, neutered, and very sociable. 1/
Bones & Basil are a bonded pair and need to stay together. Both are vaxxed, neutered, and very sociable. 1/