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dyl057.bsky.social
The past couple years I've concluded I definitely suffer from a low-level seasonal depression: about this time of the winter on a sunny day, I look around and realize holy shit I haven't straightened up this house since Christmas
February 14, 2026 at 4:54 PM
pmckeil.bsky.social
Besides, if I cancelled our paper subscription the lovely older mobility challenged couple who deliver it and spoil our dogs with a treat bag every Friday, Christmas stockings etc would be deeply missed! They amaze me!
February 14, 2026 at 4:32 PM
playingwithdust.bsky.social
So, I hopped onto the Gigablue website (they're in Germany: store.gigablue.de), and picked it up. They offer options for the hard disk size (up to 4TB, though you can add in your own SATA), and adding in a Dual DVB-C/T2 tuner for Saorview/Freeview. I got that plus a 1TB disk.

The specs... (5/n)
Main features CPU: Broadcom BCM7252S 12K DMIPS Dual Core ARM Processor ARM CPU (2x 1,700 MHz) QuadCore processor OGLES3.1, 4k60 HEVC/VP9 Memory: RAM: 4GB DDR4 Flash memory: 8GB eMMC Display: 3" LCD color display USB ports: 4 x USB 3.0 1 x Front USB A 2 x Rear USB A 1 x Rear USB C Host Sat Universe - The Place To Be Log in Gigablue UHD Quad 4K PRO Chat New receiver Gigablue UHD Quad 4K Pro. Thread starterkegnkiwi Start dateDec 6, 2024 kegnkiwi kegnkiwi Staff member Moderator Dec 6, 2024 #1 Today i received a new receiver that i have been reading about for sometime. Below are the main points taken from another site. The photos are mine. I have not played with the box yet as its christmas present but i did take it out the box and put it next to a couple satellite receivers to give an idea of size. I have pasted the main features below. Main features CPU: Broadcom BCM7252S 12K DMIPS Dual Core ARM Processor ARM CPU (2x 1,700 MHz) QuadCore processor OGLES3.1, 4k60 HEVC/VP9 Memory: RAM: 4GB DDR4 Flash memory: 8GB eMMC Display: 3" LCD color display USB ports: 4 x USB 3.0 1 x Front USB A 2 x Rear USB A 1 x Rear USB C Host Connectivity: 2 x CI (Common Interface) 1 x Smartcard reader 1 x HDMI input 2.0 1 x HDMI output 2.0 1 x optical audio output 1 x Mini USB (service port) 1 x Gigabit LAN (RJ-45/1000Mbps) 1 x SD card slot (SD Card 2.0 up to 25 MByte/s) Internal features: Internal HDD compartment for insertion 2 x full-band capture front end Demodulator: 8 x DVB-S2 FBC (Full Band Capture) ex works Plug-and-Play (PnP) GigaBlue Tuner v.5 (Optional) Dual DVB-C/T2 Built-in WiFi and Bluetooth module 5.4 Tuner option Plug-and-Play: PnP Gigablue Single DVB-S2x Tuner v.2 (Optional) PnP Gigablue Dual DVB-S2x Tuner v.2 (Optional) PnP Gigablue Dual DVB-C/T2 Tuner v.2 (H.265) (Optional Remote control: BT RCU (Bluetooth remote control)
February 14, 2026 at 4:32 PM
technophobia.bsky.social
We've given Frito's eldest an Effin Birds calendar the past couple years for Christmas. :D
February 14, 2026 at 4:16 PM
writingbybethany.bsky.social
When Kallie collides into Chase it’s decidedly not love-at-first-sight, but as they grow closer feelings change; however, with a feud, family drama, and a deluded rival, banishment seems more likely than a happily-ever-after. #Cupit #YA #amquerying
Computer graphic/image. White/snowy background. At the bottom is a snowy village with Christmas ornaments on one of the trees and two snowman Christmas ornaments on either side of the village image. In the bottom center is a computer graphic/image of a guy and a girl in formal attire dancing. Gold sparkles are around the couple. The text at the top of the entire image reads: SUGAR & FROST by Bethany Averie. There is a pink box with red and pink heart garland at the top of the pink box in the center of the image. The text in the pink box reads: Tropes: Dislike-to-like-to-love Christmassy Fairies/Elves that look like humans Matchmaking relatives Coming-Of-Age Secrets Magical elements Feuding Fathers
February 14, 2026 at 3:25 PM
nehayazmin.bsky.social
Meg & Oli set aside their differences to play Romeo+Juliet, Oli to get an agent before it’s too late for his sick mum to see & Meg to reunite her family b4 it’s too broken to repair—but they can’t fall for each other IRL; their love would be as doomed as the characters they’re playing
#Cupit #CR #YA
Moodboard with 7 images: a teenaged girl and boy smiling at each other while leaning on the rails of a staircase. a young man alone on a beach, head bowed as if sad. A young south Asian woman sitting on some stone steps. A south Asian teenaged girl walking out of the woods reading a book. a young man filming with a digital camera. A close-up of a couple holding hands. The central image is an overhead photo of a desk with a script of Romeo & Juliet on it. The text across the centre of the moodboard reads we’ll never forget”. The moodboard has the premise of the story written above it, which reads: “Oli wants to shine as Romeo and impress the film agents at the community centre’s Christmas play, desperate to achieve his dreams before it’s too late for his sick mum to see. If only Meghna—the girl the Director insisted on casting as Juliet—could act! His solution: Make Meg fall in love with him for real and wow the crowd. Meg doesn’t date though, and wants revenge on Oli for a past misdemeanour. He will need all his acting talent to win her heart.” FMC Moodboard titled Meghna with six images. An empty classroom with rows of one-seater desks and chairs. A photo of a book and mugs of coffee sitting on a bed. A close-up of a pair of white headphones resting on a book. A young south Asian woman sitting on some stone steps. A young south Asian woman walking out of the woods reading a book. A young south Asian woman posing for a photo with a city background.
February 14, 2026 at 2:59 PM
snailpails.bsky.social
The exact word! Been reworking the opening recently, this is from the latest iteration 🫠

#WIPSnips #WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
“Cassandra!” her mom’s friendly voiced greeted her. “How are you doing?” She knew this tone; this was her trying to pretend everything was fine. Leaning in, she asked, “Everything alright, mom?” “Hmm? Of course,” her mom said. “Just wanted to know if… you’re coming back. It’s been a while, right? Millscreek might be tiny, but… oh! A Walmart opened a couple years back.” “Well, mom, I have work…” “Right, right, always busy,” she said. There was an attempt at a chuckle. “I just missed you, sweetie. Been thinking about you.” “I love you too, mom,” she said. “Maybe this Christmas—” “Right, right,” her mom said, trailing off. “Well, everyone’s aging and…” Worried about what her mom could be hiding, she asked, “Mom, tell me, is everything okay? Just say it.” “… Things are… different, Cassy,” her mom murmured, “but if you’re busy, it’s fine. Maybe we’d come visit you?” “Strange?” Silence, then her mom laughed. “Don’t worry about it. Let me know if you could make it for Christmas, okay? Focus on work, sweetheart. Love yo
February 14, 2026 at 2:21 PM
theresa-c.bsky.social
Lots of love as always on Valentine's Day James @jamescurran.bsky.social. Here's to a lifetime of good times and fun times xx
Myself and Mr C in 4 separate photos. One of when we were in our 20s, one we are dressed up as a medieval couple, another we are dressed up as skeletons and he is pretending to strangle me, and one we are stood in front of our Christmas tree.
February 14, 2026 at 12:29 PM
rubberblaze.bsky.social
Work for a couple of hours and then some lovely valentines plans later, cannot wait! 🥰

First time I'm actually in a relationship on the most consumerism of holidays (well maybe bar Christmas)
February 14, 2026 at 10:43 AM
neoneontribeen.bsky.social
Tsuruko「Valentine... It's the second-best event after Christmas where we can enjoy lovey-dovey stories between couples! Ahh~~~ My lovey-dovey couple antenna is reacting to the signals from everywhere! I have to hurry up and see! 」
February 14, 2026 at 10:15 AM
townsendtowers.bsky.social
I always wanted a Spirograph, was a long while coming & rather disappointing after the first week! My sister was always jealous so I bought her a second hand one for Christmas a couple of years ago! She’s 65!
February 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM
jrtonca.bsky.social
Giving my 3D printer a go for the first time since repeated failures during the Christmas break. Changed a couple settings that may or may not do a damned thing. We'll see.
February 14, 2026 at 8:53 AM
astradabun.bsky.social
8. My most treasured memory would have to be a couple days before Christmas being bummed and sad and being summoned outside to see a big black dog all excited jump out of a car and come over to me and sniff and kiss me all over and then cuddling and laying by her and with her all day.
February 14, 2026 at 6:45 AM
writingbybethany.bsky.social
Romance, magic, an edict, a secret, a feud, Kallie had no idea moving to North Pole Village would change her life so much. Chase never guessed a collision on an icy sidewalk would turn his world upside down. (Currently querying). #Cupit #YA
Computer graphic/image. Green/glittery background. In the middle is a big red heart. At the bottom of the image is a snowy village with a couple dressed in formal attire dancing. There are sparkles around the couple. Text at the top of the image reads: SUGAR & FROST by Bethany Averie. The text on the heart reads: To Kallie Sugar From Chase Frost Roses are red snowflakes are white is it possible a slip on an icy sidewalk is just right? Computer graphic/image. White background. At the top are evergreen branches with Christmas ornaments and a trio of heart ornaments. At the bottom of the image is a snowy village. In the bottom center is a graphic of a guy and girl dressed in formal attire dancing. There are sparkles around the couple. Text at the top of the whole image reads: SUGAR & FROST by Bethany Averie. In the center of the image is a pinkish/peach-colored square with sparkly white hearts and swirls on the top and bottom of the square. Text inside the square reads: To Chase Frost From Kallie Sugar Roses are red Wreaths are green Is it possible You're nicer than you seem?
February 14, 2026 at 6:40 AM
crystalbauthor.bsky.social
Dear America x A Christmas Vintage

When a young woman feels lost after running from an abusive situation, it is her great grandmother who reminds her that no matter how far we may roam there will always be a place to call home.

#W #A #HR #CR #Cupit
Top left pic is an old art piece of a steamboat traveling down the Missouri River by the old town of Hermann. Top right pic is an art piece of Hermann not long after it began. The title is there A Home in Hermann. 2nd row left pic is of a couple kissing in the town of Hermann in the winter, the pic is made to look older. 2nd row right pic is a pic from the movie A Christmas Vintage which was set in Hermann, it is the main characters kissing in a gazebo in front of a Christmas tree. 3rd row left pic is of people enjoying Oktoberfest in Hermann (it is known as little Germany in Missouri). 3rd row right pic is of the gates of the Hermannhof Inn decorated with two gold deer on the columns and wreaths on the gates. Bottom left pic is a picture of Hermann, Missouri today during the winter. There is a quote on it “No matter how far we may roam, there will always be a place to call home.” Bottom right pic is a picture of Hermann, Missouri today during the spring.
February 14, 2026 at 5:15 AM
crystalbauthor.bsky.social
Here is my list for #Cupit

1. Healing Silver #W #A #RF

2. Our Bridge of Stars #W #A #CR

3. Beauty in the Gardens #W #NA #RR

4. A Home in Hermann #W #A #HR #CR
Top pics: A WW2 nurse in a grey dress, medical arm band, white apron & headscarf looking away at a building with the title in curly grey font Healing Silver, and a woman & soldier in the middle of war hiding each other with a quote: “Behind every strong soldier, there is an even stronger woman who stands behind him, supports him, & loves him with all her heart." Middle pics: A picture of the hospital tent from MASH with a quote: “Love is like war; easy to begin but very hard to stop.” H.L. Mencken, & A picture of Nurse Margaret and Radar when he was sick in MASH, with a quote: “Love and war always go together. They are the peaks of human emotion! Evil and good, beauty & ugliness.” - Rick Riordan Bottom pics: A picture of an attacked Diagon Alley in HP with a quote: “His kiss was a poison that my body craved. I was an addict, diving headfirst into the drug I knew would destroy me.” - J.M. Leigh, and a picture of witches doing a spell, quote "All is fair in love & war." Edward Smedley Top pics: a girl standing in an airport looking at the destination board with the title: Our Bridge of Stars & a man with his feet on his suitcase sitting in an airport watching a plane take off with a quote, “One day the plane ticket will be one way.” 2nd row pics: 2 Swedish flags flying in the wind with a quote, “Distance means so little, when someone means so much.” – Tom McNeal & 9 American flags flying with the Statie of Liberty in the background. 3rd row pics: of a man typing on a laptop & a couple uniting in an airport and the girl lifted off the ground with a quote, “I fell in love with his soul before I could even touch his skin. If that isn’t true love, then please tell me what is.” Bottom pics: a girl hold a coffee and texting with a quote, ““I hate days like this: Where I can literally feel every single mile between me and him.” & a couple holding hands "How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard." - A.A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh A light yellow Background. Top left pic is a garden leading up to a castle. Top right pic is hot pic flowers, maybe roses growing in a garden. Middle left pic is a king in a suit facing away. In the middle is the title in hot pink fancy font Beauty of the Gardens. Middle right pic is a bride in a long flowy wedding dress standing in a stone archway with climbing ivy. Bottom left pic is a girl in a white and pink flower dress from above reading a book with a white sheet on the grass, a basket of flowers, a straw round hat, and a pie. Bottom right is another garden with an extravagant cathedral in the background. Top left pic is an old art piece of a steamboat traveling down the Missouri River by the old town of Hermann. Top right pic is an art piece of Hermann not long after it began. The title is there A Home in Hermann. 2nd row left pic is of a couple kissing in the town of Hermann in the winter, the pic is made to look older. 2nd row right pic is a pic from the movie A Christmas Vintage which was set in Hermann, it is the main characters kissing in a gazebo in front of a Christmas tree. 3rd row left pic is of people enjoying Oktoberfest in Hermann (it is known as little Germany in Missouri). 3rd row right pic is of the gates of the Hermannhof Inn decorated with two gold deer on the columns and wreaths on the gates. Bottom left pic is a picture of Hermann, Missouri today during the winter. There is a quote on it “No matter how far we may roam, there will always be a place to call home.” Bottom right pic is a picture of Hermann, Missouri today during the spring.
February 14, 2026 at 5:15 AM
news5cleveland.bsky.social
Last week, we brought you the story of a young couple who got engaged just before Christmas in downtown Cleveland at The Arcade. The moment was captured by a local photographer, but the photographer didn’t know anything about the couple- until now!
News 5 finds mystery couple from photo taken at The Arcade
Last week, we brought you the story of a young couple who got engaged just before Christmas in downtown Cleveland at The Arcade. The moment was captured by local photographer Alex Farmer.
www.news5cleveland.com
February 14, 2026 at 1:00 AM
satanicmechanic.bsky.social
Especially when Strange New Worlds is all about Pike and even has it appear before him a couple times a season like the ghost of christmas future
February 13, 2026 at 11:15 PM
geoffsmith.bsky.social
Friends had their first Christmas in Spain & it was the wettest on record. Dams are full and overflowing. A couple of weeks ago we went to Morocco for a week (90 day rule) from Spain & were diverted from Tétouan to Tangier because the runway was under water. 5/7 days were cold with persistent rain.
February 13, 2026 at 9:55 PM
brittexkavi.bsky.social
Was talking to my brothers neighbors (Catholic, Indian couple) last Christmas. They moved to Texas from Boston & she said it was the most racism she’s ever encountered. They’re in Austin but experience otherwise spans 3 countries & several US cities w/a lot of travel in between.
February 13, 2026 at 8:27 PM
juliew67.bsky.social
Thank you it was Christmas Day a couple of years ago 😊
February 13, 2026 at 7:06 PM
gj19eighty.bsky.social
I’ve had it a couple of years and managed with ibuprofen, loads of water and switching ale for red wine (made sense to me). I’ve had a nightmare since Christmas though, so called it in to the doc. Fucking hate my 40s
February 13, 2026 at 6:29 PM
fakesusan.bsky.social
My husband loves the Makita drill I got him for Christmas a couple years ago, for whatever that’s worth.
February 13, 2026 at 5:20 PM
thomasbluwolf.bsky.social
Not all but a couple of mine:
Flushed Away
Arthur Christmas
Frankenweenie
Early Man
The Lego Movie 2
Onward
Trolls World Tour (keep in mind, this was when my theaters first reopened in July of 2020)
Sponge On The Run (I live in Canada)
Transformers One
Elio
Tron Ares
andykhouri.bsky.social Andy Khouri @andykhouri.bsky.social · 2d
Have asked this before and always like the responses. What are your biggest “I saw that in the first run cinema” flexes? Couple of mine:

Transformers: The Movie (1986)
Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993)
Office Space (1999)
February 13, 2026 at 5:15 PM
hoosierdude54.bsky.social
So here’s a true story that happened before Christmas. I turned on the 24 hour seven day a week Christmas music channel, a couple days before the big event.

I’m cruising, listening and suddenly it starts to play Leonard Cohen‘s Hallelujah. It was a great thing to listen to at Christmas. 😁
February 13, 2026 at 4:34 PM