The Day My Dog Spontaneously Combusted there he was – chasing sticks, doing tricks, and all that stuff next minute, woof Brian Bilston
Today’s poem is called ‘The Day My Dog Spontaneously Combusted’.
I predict a sequel x
The new G&S one act opera 'Trial by Injury' is rubbish x
She doesn't like taking paracetamol, cos it gives her a tummy ache.
She's going to take one aspirin a day (if she feels like it), and see if this helps.
She's 90 and takes very few pills and absolutely no shit.
She's ace.
This is one of four videos of poems for Gaza that I've written. All four are on this site. Free to watch anytime.,
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFYM...
There’s never enough money for schools or healthcare or veterans.
But there’s always enough money to bomb people on the other side of the world.
We can support the democracy movement in Iran without bombing innocent schoolchildren and sending our American troops off to die.
James Talarico: Elon Musk is about to become the first trillionaire. He's about to make more money than every elementary school teacher in America combined. Do we really believe one man is worth more than every elementary school teacher?
A big old leather-bound Bible lit by dappled sunlight
Deepen your prayer life this Lent by exploring some of the new resources available on our website - including a page on 'What is prayer, and how do we pray?'. promotingretreats.org/resources/ #prayer #spirituality
"... it is therefore not surprising that, with the publication of further details of links between those called to public service and the late Jeffrey Epstein, there is an increasing sense of anger and indeed betrayal"
~ Bishop Robert writes
Read in full 👉 gloucester.anglican.org/2026/message...
I feel so lucky having Rushmere Country Park as a local training ground. It's a beautiful forest, with many woodlands, plains, hills, lakes, and all kinds of terrains. Very much looking forward to the National Cross Country Championships this weekend!
A woman sits outside a beige tent, holding a green cup, and appears thoughtful. Camping gear surrounds her on the grassy ground under a cloudy sky.
Cozy glamping tent with a patterned bed, plush rug, and colourful throw pillows. Two folding chairs and table with a plant create a relaxed vibe.
A sunny campsite with various colourful tents on grass, framed by green trees. Sunlight filters through leaves, creating a warm and peaceful atmosphere.
A colourful retro tent with red and orange floral curtains set in a grassy field. Inside, it's furnished with a table covered in a patterned cloth, evoking a cozy, nostalgic vibe.
Greenbelt is for everyone. But what if you don’t have all the camping kit? (And frankly never plan to own any.) What if you like to travel a little lighter?
We’ve got you covered. From the practical to the palatial. Something to suit every budget. No yurt feelings. 👇
Our friends at @amostrust.bsky.social host a 'Free Marwan Barghouti' webinar tomorrow, Weds 11th Feb 2026, 6pm (UK). Marwan's son Arab Barghouti will discuss why his father's release is not only long overdue but vital if Palestinian aspirations are to be realised.
www.amostrust.org/free-marwan-...
Due to limited time, I managed to rush through this 2 & half hour painting in the Rye on Wednesday. I've painted this stretch of river quite a few times. Oil on gesso panel, 24 x 30 cm.
#highwycombe #landscapepainting #landscapeoilpainting #oilpainting #pleinairpainting
Agitator and, perhaps, insurrectionist, Alex Pretti's stock has gone way down with the just released video of him screaming and spitting in the face of a very calm and under control ICE Officer, and then crazily kicking in a new and very expensive government vehicle, so hard and violent, in fact, that the taillight broke off in pieces. It was quite a display of abuse and anger, for all to see, crazed and out of control. The ICE Officer was calm and cool, not an easy thing to be under those circumstances! MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN
The USA, where the summary execution of an unarmed man can now be justified by the actual president, because on a separate occasion he kicked the tail light of a "very expensive government vehicle."
The original sold but there are prints! Some are using them for marches!
A true red open Stabilo Boss marker pen lying next to one of our The National Covid Memorial Wall business cards on which is drawn a red heart in marker.
Stability Boss have rolled out a 'real red' marker - there'll be no stopping us! ❤️
#RedWed #WallsOnWednesday
"Britain is neither wholly evil nor wholly pure, but a fallen community capable of renewal. It is a place marked by both disgrace and grace, held together by law, peace, and the possibility of God’s healing work"
~ Bishop Robert writes 👉
gloucester.anglican.org/2026/message...
PS. If you’re hoping to join us again this summer, don’t forget we’re coming to the end of the month. Which means if you book your ticket now on our interest-free payment plan, you’ll still have seven months to spread the cost.
ICE shot a mother in the face.
ICE kidnapped a 5 year-old boy.
ICE executed a man on the street.
It’s time to tear down this secret police force.
@childrenssociety.bsky.social
If you like sweet filled Christingles
And gettin’ caught in the rain
If you’re not into yoga
If you have half a brain
If you like making things with oranges
In the dunes on the cape
Then here's the service
you’ve looked for
Come with us and escape 😂🤣
If you like sweet filled Christingles
And gettin’ caught in the rain
If you’re not into yoga
If you have half a brain
If you like making things with oranges
In the dunes on the cape
Then here's the service
you’ve looked for
Come with us and escape
Walz: "To Americans who are watching this, I've got a question for you: What side do you want to be on? The side of an all powerful federal govt that can kill, injury, menace, & kidnap its citizens off the streets? Or on the side of a nurse at the VA hospital who died bearing witness to such govt?"
Oh it seems the answer is three street.
Protesters (again, largely clergy) have moved into the street.
When I was 28, I almost died. I was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes.
My first insulin prescription cost me $684.
Most Texans can't afford that. So when I got elected, I capped insulin at $25/month.
I know what it means to fight for my life. In the Senate, I’ll fight for yours.
🖼️ "Good Night" by artist Kira Yustak.
You can listen to our programme about Scouse now, or wait till it goes out on Sunday.
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
The memorial wall at sunset, its red hearts glowing in light of the setting sun.
Due to its increasing toxicity, we are no longer posting on X.
You can find us on FB, Instagram, TikTok - and of course here on BlueSky, where we will continue to share news about the wall, details of our events, and updates on the continually growing covid death toll. ❤️
My Unbearable Politeness of Being It's the same dilemma every year, I find, upon meeting a person for the first time, for how long does wishing them a Happy New Year remain de rigueur? Perhaps I blow things out of proportion but I tend to err on the side of caution so I've always Happy New Year-ed until October the Third. Brian Bilston
Here’s a poem called ‘My Unbearable Politeness of Being’.
Dear world.
Vote all the tyrants, power crazed megalomaniacs out.
They are all past their sell buy date and wreak of corruption & indifference to all those they are supposed to serve.
Come together
Don't blame the people not like you for all the failures of the greedy super rich
