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Andrew Foster
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Executive Coach, Writer, Reader. Laughs a Lot.
It's a 1980's synth pop day.

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Photographic (Some Bizzare Version) by Depeche Mode on Apple Music
Song · 1985 · Duration 3:11
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January 29, 2026 at 8:59 AM
I'm a huge fan of Derek Jarman, and the anniversary of his death is looming so I have been rereading some of his work. Modern Nature remains one of my favourite books.

This interview on YouTube is a wonderful insight into his bravery, anger and artistic vision.

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Face to Face - Derek Jarman
YouTube video by TLYT
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January 24, 2026 at 9:28 AM
Murmuration at Lackford Lakes, with (I think) a sparrow hawk on the hunt.
January 18, 2026 at 5:45 PM
As much as I love modern coffee, sometimes an old school proper Italian espresso is what is required.

Bar Italia in Frith Street never disappoints. 👌
January 9, 2026 at 12:40 PM
Gold, Frankenstein and Grrrr.

Vodka Margarine

#Christmastradition.

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a man in a suit is holding a cup of yogurt while another man says vodka margarine
ALT: a man in a suit is holding a cup of yogurt while another man says vodka margarine
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December 20, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Coaching summarised in one video. I love this.

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Do something good for yourself #shorts
YouTube video by Anthony Vincent
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November 11, 2025 at 5:46 PM
I’m making a concerted effort to lose weight so I’m logging my food intake. Autocorrect has suggested logging an Espresso Machiavelli

It made me laugh.
October 10, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Listening to The Bible, the band not the Judeo-Christian tome, and its improved my mood immensely.

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The Bible - Crystal Palace (Official Music Video)
YouTube video by BebotExpress
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October 9, 2025 at 10:30 AM
I needed headspace today so I got a Greater Anglia Ranger ticket and I’m exploring Suffolk and Norfolk.

I can indulge in uninterrupted “train dreaming” as I watch the world glide by the window.

Very therapeutic. 😎
September 30, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Sad to hear this. I paid off my university overdraft working as a runner and general dogsbody at Farrell's London Spitfire Factory studio in the early 90's. A fun, crazy, chaotic time.

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‘Nonconformist’ architect of MI6 building Terry Farrell dies aged 87
Farrell was a key member of the hi-tech movement of the 1980s and 90s, with buildings including the TV-am studios and Embankment Place in London, and the Deep in Hull
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September 29, 2025 at 6:34 PM
"Terry Davis was on a mission from God" - a fascinating review of the production of TempleOS: born of faith, a genius level of programming skill and severe mental illness.

(Link may not be available outside the UK)

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BBC Radio 4 - The Digital Human, Series 18, Devotion
Aleks Krotoski tells a story of where divinity, technology and mental illness all collide.
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September 29, 2025 at 6:51 AM
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The Mystery Plays had (and have) a huge impact on me. Tony Harrison was a genius and the National Theatre saw this and created magic with The Mystery Plays. Rest in Peace Tony and thank you for your legacy.
‘The man who came to read the metre’: Yorkshire poet Tony Harrison was the National Theatre bard
Harrison, who has died aged 88, wrote copiously for the stage, both as an ingenious translator and dazzlingly original dramatist
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September 27, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Reposted by Andrew Foster
Would you like to join me in Sunny Suffolk to explore the science of happiness through the filter of faith? Does God want us to be happy? Spoiler alert - yes! We'll then be looking at *why* ?

There will be refreshments throughout the day, and fish-and-chip lunch is also included in the price.
September 16, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Today is my one year no booze anniversary. I'm celebrating with an Asahi Super Dry 0.0% and really enjoying it. 🍺

I've found most AF beers disappointing and generally preferred something soft over the last year, but this is lovely.

Thank you @janejennison.bsky.social for getting them for me.
September 12, 2025 at 7:19 PM
I suspect the here’s too much cloud cover to see the blood moon on the east coast. The sunset offered some consolation.
September 7, 2025 at 6:49 PM
The light on the east coast was beautiful this morning. A stiff breeze from the North Sea activated “bracing“ mode.
September 7, 2025 at 7:27 AM
Simple pleasures. An early morning walk by the sea.
September 7, 2025 at 6:28 AM
This is an absolute joy. Watch it.

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How a TikTok-Famous Chef Feeds a Sorority | On the Job | NYT Cooking
YouTube video by NYT Cooking
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September 5, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Reposted by Andrew Foster
Does God want us to be happy?
Combining science of #happiness, #PositivePsychology , & #Bible teachings on happiness, by the end of t day, you will have developed your understanding of the science & faith of happiness - & why it's important!
Please book on here
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Does God want us to be Happy?
Spoiler alert: Yes! Thursday 16th October (Metfield) and Saturday 25 October (Felixstowe) We invite you to spend a day exploring the link between happiness and faith.  Using the PERMA framework fro…
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September 2, 2025 at 11:42 AM
I have eclectic musical tastes - 80's synth pop to the dark fringes of Scandi Death Metal. Sometimes, I just need a dose of down and dirty rock and roll / metal.

Whitby's finest, the Tygers of Pan Tang were a huge part of my mid teens.

Love this riff. 🤘

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Tygers Of Pan Tang - "Only The Brave" (Official Music Video)
YouTube video by Mighty Music
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August 29, 2025 at 7:47 AM
Humour is the best weapon.

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The Official Woke List | Colin From Portsmouth
YouTube video by TheExplodingHeads
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August 28, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Continuing my series of shocking front page headlines from our local news site.

It’s hectic here, I can tell you.
August 20, 2025 at 1:26 PM
There’s a WeBuyAnyCar outlet at our local supermarket.

There was a Bentley with a custom plate being assessed for sale yesterday.

They really do.
August 12, 2025 at 11:11 AM
If you want a lift this evening, watch these YouTube videos about artists and their lofts in New York City by Joshua Charon.

It's joyous.

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I Photographed One of the Last Artist Loft Communities in New York (Part 3)
YouTube video by Joshua Charow
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August 7, 2025 at 12:42 PM
You either get it or you don't. Enjoy. You know who you are.

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'Songs For Acid Edward' by Mr.B The Gentleman Rhymer (Official Music Video. HD)
YouTube video by Mr.B The Gentleman Rhymer
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August 4, 2025 at 6:15 PM