{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"Micro.blog - Ball of Confusion","home_page_url":"https://micro.blog","feed_url":"https://micro.blog/posts/vrsimility","_microblog":{"about":"https://micro.blog/about/api","id":"1562011","username":"vrsimility","bio":"An OpenSim avatar interested in historical builds. Just getting started here.","pronouns":"he/him","is_following":false,"is_you":false,"following_count":8,"discover_count":0},"author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://avatars.micro.blog/avatars/2024/51/1562011.jpg"},"items":[{"id":"96207842","content_html":"<p>Just the occasional drop of rain this morning in #Royden. Still feeling a bit creaky. Coffee and carbs at a busy Benty’s.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/260ebb3fcf-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A sunlit forest path with exposed tree roots leads to a small, upright stone marker surrounded by dense trees and greenery.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/66dd0a8d24-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A narrow dirt path winds through dense green and autumn-colored foliage under a cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/0c33dd0df6-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A winding dirt path runs through a scenic landscape of trees and shrubs under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/020737c350-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A scenic landscape features a dirt path winding through a field of autumnal ferns and shrubs under a partly cloudy blue sky.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/22/just-the-occasional-drop-of.html","date_published":"2026-08-22T12:31:24+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"12:31","date_timestamp":1787401884,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117139171482106790","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3mtobsjvqp522"]}},{"id":"96158166","content_html":"<p>Enjoyable morning wandering around RSPB Burton. Good weather, nice change of scene and a pleasant place to walk. Coffee and carbs at the cafe.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/c6961217c8-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A grassy field with a body of water and a flock of birds flying under a partly cloudy sky stretches out toward the horizon.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/ff334c4526-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A serene pond is surrounded by lush greenery, including a large weeping willow tree, under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/c994247583-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A vast dry grassy field extends toward a distant coastline with trees and hills under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/e279e26304-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A rural dirt path leads through dry grass and wildflowers toward a wooden gate with fields and trees under a partly cloudy sky in the background.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/21/enjoyable-morning-wandering-around-rspb.html","date_published":"2026-08-21T14:59:39+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-21 14:59","date_timestamp":1787324379,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117134092022045016","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3mtlzmh6on424"]}},{"id":"96106886","content_html":"<p>The passing of Terry Dyson reminds me that I used to have a book by his teammate Cliff Jones called How To Play Football. It was only a small thing, A6 I think, 34 pages apparently. Illustrated with photos of the author, arch exponent of the bullet header. Published 1963. Life was simpler then.</p>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/20/the-passing-of-terry-dyson.html","date_published":"2026-08-20T17:44:13+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-20 17:44","date_timestamp":1787247853,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"96099511","content_html":"<p>Afternoon walk around #Royden following rain overnight and this morning. A little accelerated leaf fall perhaps, the remains of rivulets, a few puddles but not much in the drainage ditches and just a little in Greasby Brook. No C&amp;C (Benty’s closed).</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/c7040c644b-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A narrow dirt path winds through a forested area with green and brown foliage on either side.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/953f0f5ef9-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A dirt path winds through a wooded area past a moss-covered stone wall and a signpost.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/167e166f59-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A small, shallow creek winds through a wooded area with green foliage and patches of exposed soil.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/64ec90a78a-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A forest trail covered with fallen leaves winds through trees with green and autumn-colored foliage.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/20/afternoon-walk-around-royden-following.html","date_published":"2026-08-20T15:25:37+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-20 15:25","date_timestamp":1787239537,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117128533929893098","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3mtjkndzinm2m"]}},{"id":"96082718","content_html":"<p>Thought this was good and worth noting. <a href=\"https://www.joanwestenberg.com/p/neo-etiquette-basics-the-new-rules\">www.joanwestenberg.com/p/neo-eti…</a></p>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/20/thought-this-was-good-and.html","date_published":"2026-08-20T08:43:17+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-20 08:43","date_timestamp":1787215397,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"96032551","content_html":"<p>Overnight rain again but just a few drops this morning in #Royden. Mostly fast-walking, trying to resurrect a little muscle tone. Not just the silver birch that have atrophied in the hot weather. This one’s still in leaf btw.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/7e011bb5ed-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A scenic view overlooking a grassy, slightly barren hillside with a bench on the left, leading to a small town and a body of water under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/87f69188d4-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A wooded area with a dirt path covered in fallen leaves and surrounded by trees and ferns.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/3ee8ed7d08-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A dirt path winds through a forest with green and brown foliage under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/67e82f6305-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A large tree has fallen over with its extensive root system exposed in a dense forest area.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/19/overnight-rain-again-but-just.html","date_published":"2026-08-19T13:01:38+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-19 13:01","date_timestamp":1787144498,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117122303656550523","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3mtgs3wmol62f"]}},{"id":"95969743","content_html":"<p>More rain overnight so a little damp underfoot in #Royden this morning but streams still dry (of course). Overcast sky contributing to muted, autumnal colours. Still a bit sluggish. Maybe it’s the time of year.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/8db6ade702-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A rocky forest path covered with fallen leaves winds through trees with sparse autumn foliage.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/33fc7a9c9e-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A narrow dirt path covered with fallen leaves winds through a dense forest with green grass, ferns, and birch trees.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/542bf9c8f4-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A forest path covered with fallen leaves winds through tall trees and lush green ferns.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/670cd66b5a-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A dirt path runs through a forested area with trees showing early autumn foliage.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/18/more-rain-overnight-so-a.html","date_published":"2026-08-18T12:23:37+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-18 12:23","date_timestamp":1787055817,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117116492116624502","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3mte7jphzji2v"]}},{"id":"95923361","content_html":"<p>Overnight rain but mostly dry this morning in #Royden. Streams are still dry and the mere is the lowest I can remember. Feeling a bit sluggish tbh.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/31222b341c-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A rocky pathway surrounded by green and brown foliage leads through a wooded area.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/2e7f582345-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A wooden bench overlooks a scenic landscape of grassy fields, bushes, and distant water under a cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/06cae27599-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A quiet forest path is surrounded by trees and ferns with leaves changing colors in early autumn.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/64160bcd27-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A tranquil pond is surrounded by lush greenery with a muddy bank and some scattered branches and leaves.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/17/overnight-rain-but-mostly-dry.html","date_published":"2026-08-17T16:57:39+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-17 16:57","date_timestamp":1786985859,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117111907038774913","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3mtc6e252o722"]}},{"id":"95870959","content_html":"<p>Interesting blog on choices we have if and when we use LLMs. <a href=\"https://www.hypergridbusiness.com/2026/08/is-there-an-ethical-ai-for-us-to-use/\">www.hypergridbusiness.com/2026/08/i…</a></p>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/16/interesting-blog-on-choices-we.html","date_published":"2026-08-16T15:55:41+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-16 15:55","date_timestamp":1786895741,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"95864160","content_html":"<p>Occasional light shower for this morning’s visit to a slightly autumnal Birkenhead Park. Good to see all the bridges open again. Coffee and carbs at the cafe.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/0541b61c11-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A pathway curves alongside a fenced grassy area with several benches and a cricket scoreboard amid tall trees under a cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/a51affd00c-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A wooden bridge spans a pond covered with green algae, surrounded by lush trees and purple wildflowers in the foreground.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/9fa08bf9f6-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A wooden covered bridge painted red leads to a pathway surrounded by lush green trees.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/6f7631a8ca-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A vibrant floral arrangement shaped like a tiered tower stands in the center of a garden surrounded by colorful flower beds and greenery.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/16/occasional-light-shower-for-this.html","date_published":"2026-08-16T13:00:31+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-16 13:00","date_timestamp":1786885231,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117105338000394484","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3mt7ayr5yf52m"]}},{"id":"95816956","content_html":"<p>Nice morning walk from Thurstaston to Heswall and back. Managed to dodge the showers moving along the north Wales coast. High tide earlier left some mud and puddles. Support vessel spraying water on or between wind turbines in far distance. Coffee and carbs at YOT.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/821b34c4b6-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A wooden bench sits beside a dirt path surrounded by bushes, including one with ripening blackberries.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/dabd9049de-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A narrow dirt path leads through dry grass to a wooden bench overlooking a broad, grassy marshland under a cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/894b608f28-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A winding dirt path runs alongside a grassy embankment beneath a cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/caeefd3dfc-m.jpg\" width=\"337\" height=\"600\" alt=\"Support vessel spraying large cloud of water over or between wind turbines. \" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/15/nice-morning-walk-from-thurstaston.html","date_published":"2026-08-15T13:13:10+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-15 13:13","date_timestamp":1786799590,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117099699742832471","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3mt4quplnt22y"]}},{"id":"95757765","content_html":"<p>Warm and humid this morning in a fairly quiet #Royden. Hay baled, blackberries a bit underwhelming, paths dusty, everywhere still very dry.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/2925857fc9-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/a300985d2f-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/b5372c8e42-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/6f8b87c152-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/14/warm-and-humid-this-morning.html","date_published":"2026-08-14T12:15:31+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-14 12:15","date_timestamp":1786709731,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117093810217309006","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3mt256libgf24"]}},{"id":"95697560","content_html":"<p>Out even earlier to #Royden this morning to beat the heat. Surrounding fields newly mown, silver birch turning, second flush of ferns. Coffee and carbs at Benty’s where the fairy party was in full swing. 🧚</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/182d9e0456-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A wooden fence runs alongside a narrow dirt path bordered by tall dry grass, with trees framing a sunny, partly cloudy sky over an open field.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/425b87f3d1-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A dirt path winds through a grassy area with scattered wild plants and trees under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/ea4e2cc726-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A forest path covered with fallen leaves winds through tall trees with autumn foliage under a clear blue sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/2c31e1b870-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A field of purple heather is surrounded by various grasses, bushes, and trees under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/13/out-even-earlier-to-royden.html","date_published":"2026-08-13T12:12:54+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-13 12:12","date_timestamp":1786623174,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117088138121514216","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3msxml7t3wu24"]}},{"id":"95639759","content_html":"<p>Was wondering when this was kicking off. <a href=\"https://wirralview.com/environment/work-begins-hoylake-carrs-wetlands\">wirralview.com/environme…</a></p>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/12/was-wondering-when-this-was.html","date_published":"2026-08-12T13:48:15+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-12 13:48","date_timestamp":1786542495,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117082855924461144","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3msvbioavte2x"]}},{"id":"95632431","content_html":"<p>Out early to #Royden this morning, quite a few others having the same thought in advance of the Big Heat later. Coffee and carbs at Benty’s.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/626edee07e-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A dirt path winds through a forested area with trees on both sides and sunlight filtering through the leaves.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/aa2ba564ef-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A wooden dock extends over a calm lake surrounded by lush green trees under a clear blue sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/3c0eae5ab2-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A serene pond with lily pads and flowers is accompanied by a moorhen walking near the water's edge.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/e5cb848ab4-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A peaceful garden patio with a wooden bench surrounded by lush green trees and purple flowers.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/12/out-early-to-royden-this.html","date_published":"2026-08-12T11:14:27+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-12 11:14","date_timestamp":1786533267,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117082246140061510","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3msuytytnfx22"]}},{"id":"95576877","content_html":"<p>Warm this morning in #Royden. Heather (Calluna?) doing its best to bloom despite the weather. The heather is partly responsible for Thurstaston Common’s SSSI status and studies have been carried out there on best practices for managing bracken.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/511fc06098-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A narrow dirt path winds through a sunlit forest with green and brown foliage on either side.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/6c9170e4a4-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A sunlit forest path winds through trees with autumn-colored leaves and dense green undergrowth.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/24fe4760d9-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A dirt path winds through a sunlit forest with tall trees and scattered leaves on the ground.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/6ac7e6fc80-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A sunny landscape features a field of purple-pink heather bordered by trees and a rustic wooden fence under a clear blue sky.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/11/warm-this-morning-in-royden.html","date_published":"2026-08-11T12:58:50+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-11 12:58","date_timestamp":1786453130,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117077005448602884","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3mssoeuahu22t"]}},{"id":"95514584","content_html":"<p>Nice weather for this morning’s visit to #Royden. Benty’s seems to have stopped limited opening on Mondays.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/c98187f40d-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A rocky path winds through green bushes under a blue sky dotted with fluffy white clouds.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/4273b72395-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A sunlit dirt path winds through a forest with tall trees and dry ferns.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/e23a2fe759-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A group of cattle is resting and grazing in a peaceful, sunlit forest clearing surrounded by trees and foliage.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/3a6264fe6b-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A group of ducks is gathered near the edge of a calm pond surrounded by trees and foliage.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/10/nice-weather-for-this-mornings.html","date_published":"2026-08-10T12:08:43+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-10 12:08","date_timestamp":1786363723,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117071134577832503","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3msq2wu5s5j22"]}},{"id":"95444032","content_html":"<p>Warm this morning in #Royden. Orchard and plantation have suffered from the heat with more to come this week. Walled garden, however, looking surprisingly good thanks to the excellent care it receives.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/a790771275-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A wooden signboard displaying a map of Royden Park and Thurstaston Common Local Nature Reserve stands amidst green foliage and trees near a rustic wooden fence under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/265d7f29ae-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A dirt path winds through a dry, grassy field bordered by dense green trees under a blue sky with wispy clouds.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/a8c2d9be62-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A tall brick tower rises behind a lush garden filled with various plants, flowers, and greenery under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/71b23d93df-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A wooden garden arbor stands over a gravel pathway surrounded by lush greenery and colorful plants.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/09/warm-this-morning-in-royden.html","date_published":"2026-08-09T10:30:42+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-09 10:30","date_timestamp":1786271442,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117065087251412148","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3msneyzs2jk2u"]}},{"id":"95402238","content_html":"<p>Sunny day for a walk from Thurstaston to Heswall via the KC3P. Coffee and carbs at YOT (freehold currently for sale). Heswall foreshore much improved though still some way to go in removal of derelict boats. Unusual sighting of clouded yellow butterfly. Huge numbers of miniscule ants adjacent to scorched...</p> <a href=\"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/08/sunny-day-for-a-walk.html\">vrsimility.micro.blog</a>","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/08/sunny-day-for-a-walk.html","date_published":"2026-08-08T12:38:23+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-08 12:38","date_timestamp":1786192703,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117059926796877941","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3msl3ocfxfa2o"]}},{"id":"95290535","content_html":"<p>Warm but a little breezy this morning in #Royden. Rose bay willow herb starting to seed, some impressive bale towers and new mallard and moorhen additions on the mere.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/186fb53104-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A cluster of tall wildflowers with pink and white blooms stands in front of dense green trees and brownish underbrush.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/b98c4ba15d-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A narrow dirt path winds through a landscape of purple and brown heather with green trees under a partly cloudy blue sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/107e478e21-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A scenic view of fields with several tall towers of hay bales scattered throughout, bordered by dense trees and shrubs, under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/fce5480368-m.jpg\" width=\"337\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A duck with her ducklings is swimming in a calm body of water near the edge of a wooden platform and a shoreline with trees. Two moorhen chicks by adjacent platform. \" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/06/warm-but-a-little-breezy.html","date_published":"2026-08-06T12:53:16+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-06 12:53","date_timestamp":1786020796,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117048661579232267","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3msg3lguiok2v"]}},{"id":"95224829","content_html":"<p>Hoylake to Gilroy footpath this morning. Sharp shower thankfully passed quickly. Across the old municipal golf course, past the fields where the scrapes will be, briefly into the nature park (pond dry) and ended up by the apple trees (a variable but in some cases decent crop in prospect).</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/f07c817667-m.jpg\" width=\"337\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A narrow, winding path runs through a field of dry grass under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/a1c8da6a46-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A cloudy sky looms over a green field bordered by tall grasses and bushes.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/3f8dcaab4c-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A dirt path leads through an entrance marked by a wooden sign for Gilroy Nature Park, surrounded by dense green foliage.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/c1cfd59b5c-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A narrow path runs through an orchard with apple trees on either side under a cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/05/hoylake-to-gilroy-footpath-this.html","date_published":"2026-08-05T09:44:20+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-05 09:44","date_timestamp":1785923060,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117042258006564465","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3msdalyek522r"]}},{"id":"95201294","content_html":"<img src=\"https://micro.blog/photos/100x/https%3A%2F%2Fimage.tmdb.org%2Ft%2Fp%2Fw154%2FlGCEKlJo2CnWydQj7aamY7s1S7Q.jpg\" class=\"mini_cover\"><p>Watched: <a href=\"https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/289\">Casablanca</a> 🍿</p>\n<p>Never disappoints.</p>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/04/watched-casablanca-never-disappoints.html","date_published":"2026-08-04T21:58:10+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-04 21:58","date_timestamp":1785880690,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"95127932","content_html":"<p>#Royden this afternoon. Very warm and muggy. Highland cattle chilling in the shade and staying hydrated.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/e9360c86bf-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"Several cows are resting and standing under the shade of trees in a wooded area.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/28a3e706a9-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A group of cows is resting and standing near a water trough under the shade of trees in a forested area.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/2edd3fe88f-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A dirt path winds through a wooded area with tall, leafy trees on both sides under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/dcca8e63ca-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A peaceful forest path winds through dense green trees with sunlight filtering through the leaves.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/03/royden-this-afternoon-very-warm.html","date_published":"2026-08-03T15:42:35+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-03 15:42","date_timestamp":1785771755,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117032339878697934","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3ms6tn6eapo2r"]}},{"id":"95118767","content_html":"<p><span class=\"h-card\"><a href=\"https://micro.blog/mitch@hachyderm.io\" class=\"u-url mention\">@mitch</a></span> I think he’s right. I’m aiming to set aside 15-30 min each day to write something by hand. Evidence <a href=\"https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10853352/\">pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/…</a></p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/95118767","date_published":"2026-08-03T12:37:13+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-03 12:37","date_timestamp":1785760633,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"95073924","content_html":"<p>Warm and sunny this morning in Ness Gardens. Borders still thriving and some interesting wildlife. Coffee and carbs in the cafe.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/0de7bae55e-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A stone pathway bordered by lush, colorful flowers and greenery leads to a metal archway under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/4575e5fa6e-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A peaceful garden path lined with lush greenery and a wooden bench next to some large rocks stretches under a clear blue sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/e7cc756b2d-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A colorful flower garden with various plants and a wooden bench is situated beside a gravel path surrounded by lush green trees.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/59a143913e-m.jpg\" width=\"337\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A small bird is perched among green leaves and branches in the top part, while a butterfly with orange and black wings is resting on yellow flowers in the bottom part.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/02/warm-and-sunny-this-morning.html","date_published":"2026-08-02T13:09:40+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-02 13:09","date_timestamp":1785676180,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117026075805789227","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3ms42mqg6hx23"]}},{"id":"95027856","content_html":"<p>Bit of a breeze this morning in #Royden but otherwise very pleasant. Quite busy, mostly dog-walkers and the odd jogger. Couple of very young moorhen chicks on the mere.</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/8ede7afd49-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A sunlit forest path winds through tall trees with some dry ferns lining the sides.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/ae2b8a8f5f-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A rocky path winds through dense bushes and trees under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/1438eb2b56-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A scenic landscape features a pathway through shrubs leading to patchwork fields, greenery, a body of water, and hills under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uploads.micro.blog/145457/2026/0ad5c9c78c-m.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A sunlit dirt path winds through a dense forest filled with green ferns and tall trees.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/2026/08/01/bit-of-a-breeze-this.html","date_published":"2026-08-01T13:15:08+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-01 13:15","date_timestamp":1785590108,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://toot.io/@vrsimility/117020436397234888","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cpinyyx3ra2l43wwnutfo52d/post/3mrzki6ajpj2v"]}},{"id":"94971038","content_html":"<p><span class=\"h-card\"><a href=\"https://micro.blog/mitch@hachyderm.io\" class=\"u-url mention\">@mitch</a></span> off the top of my head, the only one I’d consider watching again is Oppenheimer. Often clever but not compelling.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/94971038","date_published":"2026-07-31T13:02:04+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-31 13:02","date_timestamp":1785502924,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"94682832","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/manton\">@manton</a> fyi one image out of four today.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/94682832","date_published":"2026-07-26T11:46:43+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-26 11:46","date_timestamp":1785066403,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"94653205","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/manton\">@manton</a> thanks 👍</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/94653205","date_published":"2026-07-25T19:11:48+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-25 19:11","date_timestamp":1785006708,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"94649573","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/manton\">@manton</a> cross-posts to Mastodon and Bluesky lack images. Tried twice.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/94649573","date_published":"2026-07-25T17:28:01+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-25 17:28","date_timestamp":1785000481,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"94282054","content_html":"<p><span class=\"h-card\"><a href=\"https://micro.blog/mitch@hachyderm.io\" class=\"u-url mention\">@mitch</a></span> not forgetting the 1934 version (or maybe we should)…<br>\n<a href=\"https://youtu.be/bq7DGvfnr3U?si=CmwBJMcRtoxpOaPY\">youtu.be/bq7DGvfnr…</a></p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/94282054","date_published":"2026-07-19T15:51:25+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-19 15:51","date_timestamp":1784476285,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93795191","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/news\">@news</a> thanks for this 👍</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/93795191","date_published":"2026-07-10T21:11:25+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-10 21:11","date_timestamp":1783717885,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93778088","content_html":"<p><span class=\"h-card\"><a href=\"https://micro.blog/mitch@hachyderm.io\" class=\"u-url mention\">@mitch</a></span> I’ll be in the chilled foods aisle choosing my purchases with extra care.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/93778088","date_published":"2026-07-10T15:46:57+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-10 15:46","date_timestamp":1783698417,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93756653","content_html":"<p><span class=\"h-card\"><a href=\"https://micro.blog/mitch@hachyderm.io\" class=\"u-url mention\">@mitch</a></span> good to hear.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/93756653","date_published":"2026-07-10T08:18:49+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-10 08:18","date_timestamp":1783671529,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93714742","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/manton\">@manton</a> thanks 👍</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/93714742","date_published":"2026-07-09T15:35:12+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-09 15:35","date_timestamp":1783611312,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93707872","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/manton\">@manton</a> adding photos via toolbar somewhat erratic for me in new version (pixel 7a, android 16). Often takes 3 or more presses to pull up image menu. Rather frustrating. Post button also unresponsive sometimes. Just me?</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/93707872","date_published":"2026-07-09T13:13:42+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-09 13:13","date_timestamp":1783602822,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93036025","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/vrsimility\">@vrsimility</a> more to the point, it cross-posts nicely to Mastodon and Bluesky.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/93036025","date_published":"2026-06-27T18:44:58+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-27 18:44","date_timestamp":1782585898,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"92682826","content_html":"<p><span class=\"h-card\"><a href=\"https://micro.blog/mitch@hachyderm.io\" class=\"u-url mention\">@mitch</a></span> good to hear she’s making the most of her good days. Hopefully the diet changes are helping.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/92682826","date_published":"2026-06-22T19:15:12+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-22 19:15","date_timestamp":1782155712,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"92438024","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/help\">@help</a> what happens if you also cross-post to Mastodon? Ignore surplus images?</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/92438024","date_published":"2026-06-18T17:03:35+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-18 17:03","date_timestamp":1781802215,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"91928680","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/Tiris\">@Tiris</a> thanks🙏</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/91928680","date_published":"2026-06-10T20:33:36+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-10 20:33","date_timestamp":1781123616,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"91317632","content_html":"<p><span class=\"h-card\"><a href=\"https://micro.blog/mitch@hachyderm.io\" class=\"u-url mention\">@mitch</a></span> probably 75%. The rest is local news, landscape photography and history.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/91317632","date_published":"2026-06-01T11:02:59+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-01 11:02","date_timestamp":1780311779,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"90817362","content_html":"<p><span class=\"h-card\"><a href=\"https://micro.blog/mitch@hachyderm.io\" class=\"u-url mention\">@mitch</a></span> yup, the only thing I remember is Tim Curry hamming it up as if his life depended on it. Madcap.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/90817362","date_published":"2026-05-24T11:08:39+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-24 11:08","date_timestamp":1779620919,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"90637578","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/news\">@news</a> Not the case with my post thus far. Two of four images got through to Mastodon, nothing at all to BlueSky. Not a big deal as far as I’m concerned, just for the record.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/90637578","date_published":"2026-05-21T14:51:06+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-21 14:51","date_timestamp":1779375066,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"90623961","content_html":"<p><span class=\"h-card\"><a href=\"https://micro.blog/mitch@hachyderm.io\" class=\"u-url mention\">@mitch</a></span> haha, love that place. Central Library is a beautiful space all around. Picton was an architect and historian of Liverpool so entirely fitting to remember him this way.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/90623961","date_published":"2026-05-21T10:19:20+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-21 10:19","date_timestamp":1779358760,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"89668982","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/scattershot\">@scattershot</a> it’s a lovely time of year and a joy to be able to be out in (mostly) fine weather for a change.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/89668982","date_published":"2026-05-05T21:11:56+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-05 21:11","date_timestamp":1778015516,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"87600545","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/vrsimility\">@vrsimility</a> maybe try <a href=\"https://111.nhs.uk/\">111.nhs.uk</a></p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/87600545","date_published":"2026-04-04T17:47:23+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-04 17:47","date_timestamp":1775324843,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"87599659","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/thisness\">@thisness</a> any chance it might be a blood clot? Worth getting it seen asap if so.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/87599659","date_published":"2026-04-04T17:28:46+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-04 17:28","date_timestamp":1775323726,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"87138666","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/manton\">@manton</a> Welcome to Europe and enjoy your trip!</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/87138666","date_published":"2026-03-28T13:28:54+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-03-28 13:28","date_timestamp":1774704534,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"86934412","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/thisness\">@thisness</a> they are a delight. Hope they’re surviving the current high winds hereabouts.</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/86934412","date_published":"2026-03-25T15:13:05+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-03-25 15:13","date_timestamp":1774451585,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"86122084","content_html":"<p><a href=\"https://micro.blog/MitchWagner\">@MitchWagner</a> could’ve sworn that was a young Robert Mitchum. Not that I’ve seen either lately.🤔</p>\n","url":"https://micro.blog/vrsimility/86122084","date_published":"2026-03-13T13:22:32+00:00","author":{"name":"Ball of Confusion","url":"https://vrsimility.micro.blog/","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F51%2F1562011.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"vrsimility"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-03-13 13:22","date_timestamp":1773408152,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}}]}