Deirdre
@ephiriel.bsky.social
Definitely middling- middle aged, middle of the road etc.
Keen on books, photography, crafts, languages. Always learning, always curious.
Keen on books, photography, crafts, languages. Always learning, always curious.
Went book shopping today and failed. While it seems Easons now has a decent fantasy section and a smaller science fiction section, they didn’t have Jasper Fforde on the shelves.
October 6, 2026 at 4:13 PM
Went book shopping today and failed. While it seems Easons now has a decent fantasy section and a smaller science fiction section, they didn’t have Jasper Fforde on the shelves.
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‘If you can’t hold it, you don’t own it’: why media fans want to escape algorithms with CDs, DVDs and vinyl
‘If you can’t hold it, you don’t own it’: why media fans want to escape algorithms with CDs, DVDs and vinyl
People describe their return to physical media – whether to protect data, support artists, or retain control of one’s choices
www.theguardian.com
October 3, 2026 at 3:42 AM
‘If you can’t hold it, you don’t own it’: why media fans want to escape algorithms with CDs, DVDs and vinyl
Why do online lessons trundle along, and you think yes I’m getting to grips with this, and then it doesn’t so much step up a gear from beginner to intermediate but lightly trips from beginner to super grand master?
You’re just left sitting there going WTAF, I’m no longer sure I can do this.
You’re just left sitting there going WTAF, I’m no longer sure I can do this.
October 2, 2026 at 12:17 PM
Why do online lessons trundle along, and you think yes I’m getting to grips with this, and then it doesn’t so much step up a gear from beginner to intermediate but lightly trips from beginner to super grand master?
You’re just left sitting there going WTAF, I’m no longer sure I can do this.
You’re just left sitting there going WTAF, I’m no longer sure I can do this.
It seems that my loan repayments are finished but it bothers me that there was no confirmation or acknowledgment from the other side to say we’re done.
On the other hand that’s a chunk of my money that now belongs to me!
On the other hand that’s a chunk of my money that now belongs to me!
Donald Duck: Money Money Money
ALT: Donald Duck: Money Money Money
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October 1, 2026 at 8:49 AM
It seems that my loan repayments are finished but it bothers me that there was no confirmation or acknowledgment from the other side to say we’re done.
On the other hand that’s a chunk of my money that now belongs to me!
On the other hand that’s a chunk of my money that now belongs to me!
I love that the British Library does online events!
This morning, I’ve selected 4 Agatha Christie talks and a 1 maybe - I’ve something on that night but it is available afterwards - and a China Miéville talk - I’m particularly looking forward to that one.
This morning, I’ve selected 4 Agatha Christie talks and a 1 maybe - I’ve something on that night but it is available afterwards - and a China Miéville talk - I’m particularly looking forward to that one.
September 30, 2026 at 7:54 AM
I love that the British Library does online events!
This morning, I’ve selected 4 Agatha Christie talks and a 1 maybe - I’ve something on that night but it is available afterwards - and a China Miéville talk - I’m particularly looking forward to that one.
This morning, I’ve selected 4 Agatha Christie talks and a 1 maybe - I’ve something on that night but it is available afterwards - and a China Miéville talk - I’m particularly looking forward to that one.
Tell me why?
I’m in Italy, and I see Paris on the telly and I’m thinking, I miss Paris - it’s weird!!!
I’m in Italy, and I see Paris on the telly and I’m thinking, I miss Paris - it’s weird!!!
September 27, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Tell me why?
I’m in Italy, and I see Paris on the telly and I’m thinking, I miss Paris - it’s weird!!!
I’m in Italy, and I see Paris on the telly and I’m thinking, I miss Paris - it’s weird!!!
It seems I drive like an Italian bus driver.
September 25, 2026 at 7:55 AM
It seems I drive like an Italian bus driver.
That shop that stops you in your tracks even when it’s not your thing
September 23, 2026 at 1:34 PM
That shop that stops you in your tracks even when it’s not your thing
After 2 grappa I am definitely more than half cut. but after and early start this morning, I don’t think I will need any rocking tonight.
September 22, 2026 at 6:29 PM
After 2 grappa I am definitely more than half cut. but after and early start this morning, I don’t think I will need any rocking tonight.
Well F on it anyway. I don’t go into the city much apart from work so today’s decision to actually go in was big (not major but still big) I almost backed out. I’m now sitting here all ready to go but the bus has been cancelled and I have to wait another 45 mins - at this point, why bother?
September 19, 2026 at 10:42 AM
Well F on it anyway. I don’t go into the city much apart from work so today’s decision to actually go in was big (not major but still big) I almost backed out. I’m now sitting here all ready to go but the bus has been cancelled and I have to wait another 45 mins - at this point, why bother?
Oops!
I’ve started playing with neocities.org for some unknown reason.
I’ve never done a tap of html in my life so now all I want to do is sit down and figure how to do it.
A lot of the sites remind me of early internet- I’m feeling nostalgic.
I’ve started playing with neocities.org for some unknown reason.
I’ve never done a tap of html in my life so now all I want to do is sit down and figure how to do it.
A lot of the sites remind me of early internet- I’m feeling nostalgic.
Neocities
Create and surf awesome websites for free.
neocities.org
September 14, 2026 at 9:44 PM
Oops!
I’ve started playing with neocities.org for some unknown reason.
I’ve never done a tap of html in my life so now all I want to do is sit down and figure how to do it.
A lot of the sites remind me of early internet- I’m feeling nostalgic.
I’ve started playing with neocities.org for some unknown reason.
I’ve never done a tap of html in my life so now all I want to do is sit down and figure how to do it.
A lot of the sites remind me of early internet- I’m feeling nostalgic.
I had notions of treating myself to a break away in Scotland sometime towards the end of the year (or from now ’til the end of the year) - it turns out I don’t love myself enough to pay the prices I was looking at.
September 14, 2026 at 9:45 AM
I had notions of treating myself to a break away in Scotland sometime towards the end of the year (or from now ’til the end of the year) - it turns out I don’t love myself enough to pay the prices I was looking at.
I’ve just realised I didn’t win the lotto - so it seems I’ve to set the alarm again tomorrow!
September 13, 2026 at 8:07 PM
I’ve just realised I didn’t win the lotto - so it seems I’ve to set the alarm again tomorrow!
Don’t Be Derisive
I'm watching Persuasion, yet again. The version with Ciarán Hinds, it's my ultimate comfort (the book is also a comfort). However, it reminds me that earlier this week I was a bit snooty and it rebounded. I bought a ticket to see Deirdre O'Kane next year in September. I knew I'd…
I'm watching Persuasion, yet again. The version with Ciarán Hinds, it's my ultimate comfort (the book is also a comfort). However, it reminds me that earlier this week I was a bit snooty and it rebounded. I bought a ticket to see Deirdre O'Kane next year in September. I knew I'd…
Don’t Be Derisive
I'm watching Persuasion, yet again. The version with Ciarán Hinds, it's my ultimate comfort (the book is also a comfort). However, it reminds me that earlier this week I was a bit snooty and it rebounded. I bought a ticket to see Deirdre O'Kane next year in September. I knew I'd bought a ticket for 2027. This week an email arrived in my inbox in relation to the gig - I thought it was to say it was cancelled or something, but no it was to say they'd had several enquiries about the gig and this was a reminder that it wasn't that evening but in fact next year.
deirdrew.com
September 12, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Don’t Be Derisive
I'm watching Persuasion, yet again. The version with Ciarán Hinds, it's my ultimate comfort (the book is also a comfort). However, it reminds me that earlier this week I was a bit snooty and it rebounded. I bought a ticket to see Deirdre O'Kane next year in September. I knew I'd…
I'm watching Persuasion, yet again. The version with Ciarán Hinds, it's my ultimate comfort (the book is also a comfort). However, it reminds me that earlier this week I was a bit snooty and it rebounded. I bought a ticket to see Deirdre O'Kane next year in September. I knew I'd…
I asked for the key to the pub but have a feeling I typed my email address in wrong - either that or else it's not an automated email (a discounting of bots etc)
If I get the key then I think that is where I'm going to settle <- or maybe that's just me being optimistic.
If I get the key then I think that is where I'm going to settle <- or maybe that's just me being optimistic.
September 12, 2026 at 2:57 PM
I asked for the key to the pub but have a feeling I typed my email address in wrong - either that or else it's not an automated email (a discounting of bots etc)
If I get the key then I think that is where I'm going to settle <- or maybe that's just me being optimistic.
If I get the key then I think that is where I'm going to settle <- or maybe that's just me being optimistic.
I’m now on series 4 of Bab5 and I have serious objections to Marcus’s new hair cut - some opinions never change 😆
September 11, 2026 at 6:15 PM
I’m now on series 4 of Bab5 and I have serious objections to Marcus’s new hair cut - some opinions never change 😆
I’d have cheerfully strangulated the lovely individual who parked outside my bedroom window at 03:20. It must have been a diesel engine as it woke me up, and again when it went away again (didn’t look at the clock)
September 8, 2026 at 9:25 AM
I’d have cheerfully strangulated the lovely individual who parked outside my bedroom window at 03:20. It must have been a diesel engine as it woke me up, and again when it went away again (didn’t look at the clock)
I’m feeling a tad contrary.
I want to read, just none of the books on my shelves.
Awkward!!
I want to read, just none of the books on my shelves.
Awkward!!
September 6, 2026 at 10:06 PM
I’m feeling a tad contrary.
I want to read, just none of the books on my shelves.
Awkward!!
I want to read, just none of the books on my shelves.
Awkward!!
In the hopes that the autumn and winter might have an occasional cold spell I have bought myself the cosiest ever bed jacket. I’m such a happy camper!!
www.dunnesstores.com/quilted-bed-...
www.dunnesstores.com/quilted-bed-...
Quilted Bed Jacket - Dunnes Stores
www.dunnesstores.com
September 1, 2026 at 9:02 PM
In the hopes that the autumn and winter might have an occasional cold spell I have bought myself the cosiest ever bed jacket. I’m such a happy camper!!
www.dunnesstores.com/quilted-bed-...
www.dunnesstores.com/quilted-bed-...
I think I am regressing!
The library has Nancy Drew books available on BorrowBox. For some unknown reason this has made the child the child that I was very happy.
The library has Nancy Drew books available on BorrowBox. For some unknown reason this has made the child the child that I was very happy.
August 30, 2026 at 11:45 AM
I think I am regressing!
The library has Nancy Drew books available on BorrowBox. For some unknown reason this has made the child the child that I was very happy.
The library has Nancy Drew books available on BorrowBox. For some unknown reason this has made the child the child that I was very happy.
Reposted by Deirdre
British actor Tim Curry, best known for his starring role in the cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has died at the age of 80
Tim Curry, Rocky Horror Picture Show star, dies aged 80
The death has been announced of the British actor Tim Curry, best known for his starring role in the cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show. He was 80.
www.rte.ie
August 26, 2026 at 4:37 PM
British actor Tim Curry, best known for his starring role in the cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has died at the age of 80
Yesterday I found out that there is a Jeremy Brett/Sherlock Holmes Convention. Worse still I can’t go!
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www.tickettailor.com/events/theje...
Select tickets – Brettcon 2: The Return presented by The Jeremy Brett Sherlock Holmes Podcast – Various Locations
Brettcon 2: The Return presented by The Jeremy Brett Sherlock Holmes Podcast – Various Locations, Fri 18 Sep 2026 - Sun 20 Sep 2026 -
Hello friends! We at The Jeremy Brett Sherlock Holmes Podcast are...
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August 22, 2026 at 8:44 AM
Yesterday I found out that there is a Jeremy Brett/Sherlock Holmes Convention. Worse still I can’t go!
www.tickettailor.com/events/theje...
www.tickettailor.com/events/theje...
Well SUGAR!!
Remembering to take the chicken out of the freezer when you’re already on the bus into the office means I have the full day to figure out what is going to the surprise dinner.
That’s so annoying!!
Remembering to take the chicken out of the freezer when you’re already on the bus into the office means I have the full day to figure out what is going to the surprise dinner.
That’s so annoying!!
August 18, 2026 at 5:54 AM
Well SUGAR!!
Remembering to take the chicken out of the freezer when you’re already on the bus into the office means I have the full day to figure out what is going to the surprise dinner.
That’s so annoying!!
Remembering to take the chicken out of the freezer when you’re already on the bus into the office means I have the full day to figure out what is going to the surprise dinner.
That’s so annoying!!
If it had been an AI company they would then proceed to destroy the originals
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam Has Digitized 840,000 Works of Art, Including Great Works by Rembrandt and Vermeer
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam Has Digitized 840,000 Works of Art, Including Great Works by Rembrandt and Vermeer
Art may seem inessential to those who make the big decisions in times of crisis. But it never seemed more necessary to artists working in the time of plague. So it was 366 years ago when Rembrandt pai...
www.openculture.com
August 17, 2026 at 6:57 PM
If it had been an AI company they would then proceed to destroy the originals
Reposted by Deirdre
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam Has Digitized 840,000 Works of Art, Including Great Works by Rembrandt and Vermeer
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam Has Digitized 840,000 Works of Art, Including Great Works by Rembrandt and Vermeer
Art may seem inessential to those who make the big decisions in times of crisis. But it never seemed more necessary to artists working in the time of plague. So it was 366 years ago when Rembrandt pai...
www.openculture.com
August 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam Has Digitized 840,000 Works of Art, Including Great Works by Rembrandt and Vermeer