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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 1h

Since I had COVID for the second time a few years ago, my concentration has gone to pot, particularly reading & having to take in detail. Novels are OK, just, but non fiction or TTRPG books are a real struggle, I have to work at it, more re-reads, etc. for anything to sink in.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 1h

One of those 'Traffic Cops' programmes on C5 showed an interview with one of the cops on the A1 just near me. As he talked, the speed camera was constantly pinging. Asked why he wasn't pulling anyone over, he said when it makes a different noise, it was serious, i.e. *well* over the limit.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 1h

RT @raidr-necs.bsky.social : This #WorldMentalHealthDay we are highlighting the importance of recognising the signs of overwhelm.

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Berry @berryh.bsky.social · 3h

Thoughts and prayers for everyone whose company is marking World Mental Health Day while slashing staff numbers and reducing support while the world burns 🙏

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 3h

It's the final track on the album. Alex Lifeson wrote it while at Neil [Pearts]'s home in LA as they were spending some of Neil's last days together. In interviews, Alex said he got the picture of a sunset and the melody came flowing. The finality of a sunset can be felt in this song.

Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 3h

Check to see if you're wearing one.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 3h

RT @raidr-necs.bsky.social : Today is World Mental Health Day!

Why and how are you getting involved in #WMHD? Let us know below!

For more about the day and some free tips on how to look out for your friends and family check out our website: bit.ly/46YKtIh

#WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD25

World Mental Health Day 2025

World Mental Health Day is celebrated every year on 10 October. The theme is set by the World Federation of Mental Health.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 3h

Filed alongside this:

JCB Song - Nizlopi (Full Version HQ)

YouTube video by trampolineman124

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 4h

*Holds Ear* Yes, we're going live to the White House for comments:

a young boy is running on a golf course holding a flag and a golf club ..

Alt: A toddler having a melt down, playing miniature golf.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 4h

I think it's a wind up to really set the Rush forums alight - it's working, too.

Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 4h

Well, this is certainly something. #Rush #VIP2112

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 14h

They missed off ", until we get the hostages back." at the end of that paragraph.

Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 14h

What?

a cartoon elephant is sitting on a rug and looking at something

Alt: Dumbo the Elephant, sneezing and uncovering his oversized ears.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 15h

This doesn't sound like a joking matter.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 15h

The ones I've heard of, Jack Whitehall, Omid Djalili, Jimeon and Jimmy Carr are now persona non grata. I am surprised to see Omid Djalili on the list, given his past support of human rights. Everyone has their price, I suppose.

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Matthew Willis (Naval Air History) @navalairhistory.com · 13d

My parents are doing the Coast to Coast walk soon and they're trying to raise some money for Water Aid. Please consider helping them, thanks www.justgiving.com/page/brian-w...

Brian's fundraiser for WaterAid

Help Brian Willis raise money to support WaterAid

www.justgiving.com

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 17h

I had this hardback one originally, but have the softback version now.

There's a version available to borrow virtually:

archive.org/details/oper...

The image shows the cover of the book Operation Warboard: Wargaming World War II Battles in 20-25 mm Scale by Gavin Lyall.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 17h

Who doesn't love a tape?

The image shows a collection of nine cassette tapes.
From left to right, top to bottom, the albums are:
The Long Ryders - State of Our Union
Guns N' Roses - Appetite for Destruction
U2 - Rattle and Hum
Jim Steinman - Bad for Good
Bob Dylan - Infidels
Hawkwind - Space Ritual
Kerrang! - The Album Volume 2 - The Kutting Edge
Kings X- Gretchen Goes to Nebraska
Jimmy Page - Outrider

The image shows a collection of cassette tapes from various rock bands, some of which are bootleg recordings.
KISS: The cassette for "Creatures of the Night" is the tenth studio album by the band, originally released in 1982 with a hand drawn cover
R.E.M.: The cassette for "R.E.M.'s New Document" appears to be a bootleg of a 1987 concert.
Metallica: The cassette has a handwritten cover with the band's name and a drawing of hands.
Genesis: There are multiple Genesis cassettes, including bootleg recordings from concerts in Birmingham in 1984 and Los Angeles in 1980.
Nirvana: The cassette is for the album Nevermind, which was released in 1991, with a hand drawn cover.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 18h

Represent.

The image shows a bowl of mashed potatoes garnished with chives. Mashed potatoes are a popular side dish made by mashing boiled or steamed potatoes, typically with added milk, butter, salt, and pepper.

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Mark Bray @mark-bray.bsky.social · 20h

Friends and comrades made a crowdfunding page for my family.

It’s really hard to post this. I know that there are a lot of other important issues asking for money but things have gotten to the point where we need to open ourselves up to your support.

Thank you for your consideration.

"Help us leave safely" on FreeFunder

Click here to support "Help us leave safely" by Dara on FreeFunder!

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Lone Archivist @lonearchivist.bsky.social · 20h

In light of some of the news in my feed this morning thought it would be relevant to repost this.

Lone Archivist @lonearchivist.bsky.social · 8d

As a reminder, you can download this FREE asset pack to show that your projects are made with real blood, sweat, and tears.

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A logo asset pack for work made without AI-generated content.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 1d

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 1d

RP: Today marks the start of #BabyLossAwarenessWeek 2025.

#BLAW is a time for people to come together, remember their babies, raise awareness of pregnancy & #BabyLoss, and drive change.

Learn more: babyloss-awareness.org

#BabyLifeline #BLAW2025

Baby Loss Awareness Week – Break the silence around baby loss

Get involved

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Auld Banshee @auldbendy.bsky.social · 1d

Fuck off Kate. You have a nanny for grown children, cleaners, don't have a job, assistant, personal hairdressers, and are loaded.

You know what does damage family life more? Poverty. Put your literal money where your mouth is then I may take you seriously.

Kate warns too much screen time damages family life.

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Lord Hræfn, esq. @xneardark.bsky.social · 1d

I never want to meet anyone who bought these, even if they're not wearing them.

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