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RussCheshire

@RussCheshire@mastodon.scot

Resident of Scotland. Cares about and for the Environment (esp. the wet bit). Trying not to hate; but deeply offended by right-wing idiotology and the stupidity of Brexit. Je me reste un citoyen Européen. We need a worldview that's wider than money; because living on this planet means we're part of a complex system of relationships that supports all life - not just H. sap.

Also: I have a bus pass and I'm not afraid to use it! (We get them early in Scotland...) 😉

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RussCheshire, to random
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Imposed Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has, after much dithering, called a General Election - for July 4th.

Given that I don't care how you vote as long as you do vote, here's a link to how to register to vote.👇

You might say "My vote won't help/count/make a difference; but if we all said that we wouldn't have the government we want or need - just one we deserve because of our apathy.

So register; think about the options; & vote for those you think can make a difference.

https://www.gov.uk/register-to-vote

RussCheshire, to Bloomscrolling
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#SilentSunday
#BloomScrolling

#Argyll #Scotland #Spring

RussCheshire, to Scotland
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A paddle of kayaks rounding Dùn Mòr on the approach to Easdale Sound.

Seil in the foreground; Insh in the middle; Mull in the background.

#Argyll #Scotland #Spring

RussCheshire, to random
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Merlinda swimming gracefully through the garden.

RussCheshire, to Scotland
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North Britain Palaeogene Dyke Suite (Arran Tertiary Dyke Swarm) (66 - 23.03 mya) cutting through Auchenhew Mudstone Formation (252.2 - 237 mya). On the horizon, Ailsa Craig - an igneous pluton also dating from the Palaeogene period.

RussCheshire, to random
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The toxic industry muddies the waters again, in their hope to bamboozle consumers.

There being no legal way for retailers or the hospitality industry to provide wild caught salmon from Scotland, the producers are keen that we see their battery-farmed product as a "fresh and healthy" food. It is not.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/may/07/scottish-salmon-industry-challenged-move-drop-farmed-labels?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other

RussCheshire, to Scotland
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Metamorphic rocks eroded by abrasion and water, Claonaig shore.

#Argyll #Scotland #Geology #Geomorphology

RussCheshire, to Scotland
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Wave-cut metamorphic rocks, Claonaig shore.

RussCheshire, to random
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Of course, if this was a , there'd be just about 4 hours left to vote for anybody but the Tories.

Maybe that's why @RishiSunak won't give us what this country needs...

RussCheshire, to Scotland
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Omnipresence...

Dùn Mòr can seem both malevolent and benevolent as it provides the backdrop to the settlement of Ellenabeich on the island of Seil.

#Argyll #Scotland #Spring

RussCheshire, to random
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Moonrise over Dùn Crutagain, beyond Easdale Bay and Seil Sound.

RussCheshire, to Scotland
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"Are you our mummy?"

Sandy the deaf BC apprehended by twin lambs who haven't quite grasped the sheep-collie hierarchy.

#Argyll #Scotland #Spring

RussCheshire, to Scotland
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The light of the full moon on the old quarry, Ellenabeich and Easdale Bay.

#Argyll #Scotland #Spring

RussCheshire, to random
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What will imposed Prime Minister @RishiSunak do next?

Take away medical aids?

Cancel treatments and prescriptions?

Or kick away the crutches of the lame?

I pray you never feel such suffering as these people endure for yourself; but I do wish you and your party of heartless, compassionless ghouls gone.

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/apr/21/help-disabled-people-england-wales-jobs-axed-benefits-crackdown?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other

RussCheshire, to Scotland
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Looking towards Ellenabeich on Seil from the top of the Big Hill on Easdale Island.

#Argyll #Scotland #IslandLife

RussCheshire, to Scotland
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Concours d'Élégance, Easdale Island.

#Argyll #Scotland #IslandLife #FerryLife

RussCheshire, to Geology
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Rust-streaked slate, Easdale Island.

RussCheshire, to random
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The UK government is reported to be drawing up plans to nationalise parts of the failing water industry; & to take liability for the debts created by previous directors & shareholders.

Let's just pause & think about this for a moment.

The directors & shareholders have acquired immense sums of money by dubious means; they are responsible for the current situation. They must remain responsible for the debts, while the UK takes over the assets & responsibilities of providing the service.

RussCheshire, to Scotland
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The results of Sunday's foraging and productivity: wild garlic hummus; wild garlic pesto; and linguine aglio e olio, where the aglio is provided by wild garlic leaves.

I /like/ wild garlic... 😋

#Argyll #Scotland #Spring #WildFood #Foraging

A glass jar with a black lid. The jar contains wild garlic pesto, which is a vivid green colour.
A white plate with a spiral line design holds linguine, dressed with olive oil and wild garlic; parmesan has been grated over the pasta.

RussCheshire, to random
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‘The enemy of my enemy’s my friend’-
A phrase to bring our species to an end.
The days of taking sides in wars are gone:
The planet’s is the side you’ll find me on.
Our generation’s antics are a crime
And every war’s a simple waste of time.

  • Attila the Stockbroker
RussCheshire, to Israel
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Child explaining to adult why there is fighting in the playground:

"It all started when they hit me back."

RussCheshire, to climate
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It appears that anthropogenic is adversely affecting the world's Ocean far more than we knew:

https://www.nioz.nl/en/news/impact-of-climate-change-on-marine-life-much-bigger-than-previously-known#

RussCheshire, to Scotland
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Yes, it sometimes gets windy in Scotland.
Yes, it sometimes gets a bit chilly.
Yes, sometimes it rains like it's never going to stop.

But sometimes, quite often really, does this...

RussCheshire, to Scotland
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Sundown over Mull, as seen from the Easdale ferry.

#Argyll #Scotland #Spring #Evening

RussCheshire, to random
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Nothing is permanent. Not me; not you.

https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/07/illness-and-death-are-facts-of-life-buddhism-teaches-us-to-be-mindful-but-not-fearful-of-it?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other

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