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The Bluestocking - Raiders of the Lost Sparp

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lcakethereforeIam · 28/10/2025 22:55

Welcome everyone. Wipe your feet, it's been wet out.

Don't forget to namechange before posting if necessary.

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FuzzyPuffling · 06/11/2025 07:52

I'm off to hospital this morning. Could Bessie ( or a trained gerbil) come with me please? They're strongly discouraging the attendance of support humans.

Lots of love to the Poorly Ones.

ErrolTheDragon · 06/11/2025 07:57

ifIwerenotanandroid · 05/11/2025 23:40

Woolly Hugs has a Christmas craft auction starting in a few days (I think). I made a Maud bauble & K&P just put it up on facebook.

thats lovely. It’s too early for Xmas decorations in the bluestocking but I expect the gerbils will find we have one of those when they unpack our bauble box so we shan’t need to bid against K&P for hers!

ErrolTheDragon · 06/11/2025 07:59

FuzzyPuffling · 06/11/2025 07:52

I'm off to hospital this morning. Could Bessie ( or a trained gerbil) come with me please? They're strongly discouraging the attendance of support humans.

Lots of love to the Poorly Ones.

Edited

❤️ Brew and 🦡

Hedgehogsrightsarehumanrights · 06/11/2025 08:16

Get well soon @Britinme and good luck @FuzzyPuffling

JanesLittleGirl · 06/11/2025 08:58

AsWithGlad · 05/11/2025 23:13

Your village bonfire finished this late? Or were you at a private one?

My town didn’t have a bonfire on ecological grounds: apparently a neighbour had objected in recent years. They did have the traditional fireworks last Saturday, though. People grumbled.

The bonfire was all over by 9:30 but then we went to the pub.

lcakethereforeIam · 06/11/2025 09:18

Android! That Maud bauble is adorable 😍

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ifIwerenotanandroid · 06/11/2025 10:34

@FuzzyPuffling @Britinme

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ifIwerenotanandroid · 06/11/2025 10:42

It’s too early for Xmas decorations in the bluestocking

Oops! Sorry, Errol - I'll tell the gerbils to stop. Just avoid the third tearoom & you won't notice a thing.

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AsWithGlad · 06/11/2025 12:20

FuzzyPuffling · 06/11/2025 07:52

I'm off to hospital this morning. Could Bessie ( or a trained gerbil) come with me please? They're strongly discouraging the attendance of support humans.

Lots of love to the Poorly Ones.

Edited

Not welcoming support humans is a bit mean. Understandable during Covid, and if the waiting rooms are tiny, but still.

Anyway, I hope all goes well. ☕️🫂🦡

Britinme · 06/11/2025 12:22

DeanElderberry · 06/11/2025 07:46

That's horrible Brit. Did it sneak in past the 'flu jab? If so we'll all be sitting ducks.

Bed, fluids, paracetamol. I hope you feel better soon.

I had a flu and Covid jab in May, and we were scheduled for a booster this month, but I guess that’s unlikely now. DH slept in the spare bedroom last night so I didn’t keep him awake with coughing all night. I am hot, sweaty (and not in a good way) and drinking a cup of tea, but not remotely hungry, which is unusual for me. The Flu Diet? Not recommended.

ifIwerenotanandroid · 06/11/2025 14:16

Sorry to bring more sequins into the Bluey, but I've branched out into lace knitting (inspired by Myrtle & a couple of books on it which I bought years ago with good intentions) & I need the sequins to keep me going. It's going to be a scarf if I still like it when it's finished, otherwise it should make a festive display draped along a windowsill. 😁

So now I've learned one lace pattern - & how to troubleshoot & unpick said lace pattern. Frequently. 🙄

https://www.yarnspirations.com/products/red-heart-arrowhead-lace-throw?cjdata=MXxZfDB8WXww&utm_source=cj&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=7729443&AID=13781485&PID=7729443&SID=12573089&CJEVENT=5a00dc5aac7011f08335009c0a18b8fb

Free Easy Red Heart Arrowhead Lace Throw Knitting Pattern

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ifIwerenotanandroid · 06/11/2025 14:26

My knitting.

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ErrolTheDragon · 06/11/2025 14:27

ifIwerenotanandroid · 06/11/2025 14:16

Sorry to bring more sequins into the Bluey, but I've branched out into lace knitting (inspired by Myrtle & a couple of books on it which I bought years ago with good intentions) & I need the sequins to keep me going. It's going to be a scarf if I still like it when it's finished, otherwise it should make a festive display draped along a windowsill. 😁

So now I've learned one lace pattern - & how to troubleshoot & unpick said lace pattern. Frequently. 🙄

https://www.yarnspirations.com/products/red-heart-arrowhead-lace-throw?cjdata=MXxZfDB8WXww&utm_source=cj&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=7729443&AID=13781485&PID=7729443&SID=12573089&CJEVENT=5a00dc5aac7011f08335009c0a18b8fb

No need to apologise for sequins - so long as Magpie doesn’t nick them!Grin

ErrolTheDragon · 06/11/2025 14:30

Britinme · 06/11/2025 12:22

I had a flu and Covid jab in May, and we were scheduled for a booster this month, but I guess that’s unlikely now. DH slept in the spare bedroom last night so I didn’t keep him awake with coughing all night. I am hot, sweaty (and not in a good way) and drinking a cup of tea, but not remotely hungry, which is unusual for me. The Flu Diet? Not recommended.

FlowersBrew
lots of fluids and sleep. Don’t worry about food till you feel like it.

ifIwerenotanandroid · 06/11/2025 14:38

ErrolTheDragon · 06/11/2025 14:27

No need to apologise for sequins - so long as Magpie doesn’t nick them!Grin

Good point. I shall have to have a box to throw it into & slam the lid shut whenever she appears. That's going to play havoc with my counting.

ErrolTheDragon · 06/11/2025 14:48

ifIwerenotanandroid · 06/11/2025 14:38

Good point. I shall have to have a box to throw it into & slam the lid shut whenever she appears. That's going to play havoc with my counting.

Just put out some more distracting shiny articles - shoes would be irresistible - and a ring of hot chocolate mugs and you’ll be ok.

ifIwerenotanandroid · 06/11/2025 15:44

Thanks for the advice, @ErrolTheDragon . We'll see if it does the trick when she gets in from work.

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Magpiecomplex · 06/11/2025 15:45

ErrolTheDragon · 06/11/2025 14:48

Just put out some more distracting shiny articles - shoes would be irresistible - and a ring of hot chocolate mugs and you’ll be ok.

You know me so well, Errol!

knittedsloth · 06/11/2025 17:03

MarieDeGournay · 03/11/2025 19:39

I'm shocked that AI can spell 'concierge', it weren't like that in my day, in my day it couldn't even spell 'spell'😃

😂

knittedsloth · 06/11/2025 17:40

Magpiecomplex · 04/11/2025 12:14

I teach examined units, both external and internal (where I write the exam). I have exam dreams from the other side, where no one turns up, or I haven't written it etc! Although the most recent one was trying to put on a musical performance based on a health and safety exam, which was a bit different.

Oh bend those knees and don't lean over,

stay away from adders on the cliffs of Dover,

keep your fingers out of sockets
don't put chocolate in your pockets

don't fence me in TRA LA LAAA

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Magpiecomplex · 06/11/2025 17:49

ifIwerenotanandroid · 06/11/2025 15:44

Thanks for the advice, @ErrolTheDragon . We'll see if it does the trick when she gets in from work.

Ooh, shoes!

Magpiecomplex · 06/11/2025 17:51

Did someone say sequins?

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Magpiecomplex · 06/11/2025 17:56

knittedsloth · 06/11/2025 17:40

Oh bend those knees and don't lean over,

stay away from adders on the cliffs of Dover,

keep your fingers out of sockets
don't put chocolate in your pockets

don't fence me in TRA LA LAAA

Love it! I wonder if the gerbils could perform Health and Safety: The Musical?

Magpiecomplex · 06/11/2025 18:37

At last I've found a use for AI!

🎶 Safety Rhythm 🎶
(Verse 1)
Sunrise breaks, the shift begins, let's look around
Gotta make sure that no hazard can be found.
Got your hard hat tight, your glasses on your face?
Before you start the task, set the proper pace.
Don't rush the job, that's where the trouble starts, you see,
A moment saved today means a casualty.
(Pre-Chorus)
Hear that whistle blow? It's a reminder chime,
Risk assessment first, taking back control of time.
If you spot a spill or something out of line,
Don't walk on by, make it your duty, make it shine!
(Chorus)
Gotta keep that Safety Rhythm beating, strong and true,
For me, for them, and most importantly, for you!
Stop, Look, and Think, before you make your move,
That's the fundamental way you've got everything to prove.
Lifting with your legs, not your back, that's the drill,
Safety's not a choice, it's a promise we fulfill!
(Verse 2)
Check the wires, are they frayed or disconnected?
Are the warning signs being properly respected?
Fire exits clear, the paths are neat and wide,
No clutter in the aisles where people need to stride.
If the machine is loud, put your ear defenders in place,
Protect your long-term health, win the longevity race.
(Pre-Chorus)
Hear that whistle blow? It's a reminder chime,
Training and PPE save you every time.
If you feel unwell or something doesn't feel right,
Report it now, don't wait until the fading light.
(Chorus)
Gotta keep that Safety Rhythm beating, strong and true,
For me, for them, and most importantly, for you!
Stop, Look, and Think, before you make your move,
That's the fundamental way you've got everything to prove.
Lifting with your legs, not your back, that's the drill,
Safety's not a choice, it's a promise we fulfill!
(Bridge)
It’s not just big machines, or heights up in the air,
Even sitting at a desk requires care.
Ergonomics matters, screen height and the chair,
Take a break, stretch out, breathe the fresh, cool air.
We're a team, a safety net, watching everyone's back,
No shortcuts taken on the health and safety track.
(Guitar Solo - Upbeat and catchy, maybe a bit of a funk rhythm)
(Chorus)
Gotta keep that Safety Rhythm beating, strong and true,
For me, for them, and most importantly, for you!
Stop, Look, and Think, before you make your move,
That's the fundamental way you've got everything to prove.
Lifting with your legs, not your back, that's the drill,
Safety's not a choice, it's a promise we fulfill!
(Outro)
Yeah! Safety Rhythm, every single day!
Go home safe, that's the only way!
Be aware! Take care!
(Fade out)

DeanElderberry · 06/11/2025 18:54

What no steel toecaps?

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