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Fiona

@apple314.bsky.social
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(she/her) I read books, play video games, watch movies, travel and eat food. And make puns.

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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Time should work how it does in The Sims, so that if I go out the house to do something fun time stands still, but also time goes three times faster when I am at work.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
The current trend for cosy fantasy books is cute and all but sometimes I don't want to read about about women using magic to run a bakery, I want to read about women using magic to save the world.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Me: can I get one of the cool old people interests, like knitting? My personality: no, you can have baking and World War Two instead.
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Joel @itsjoels.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
I’ve just remembered reading about ITV’s coverage of the moon landing in 1969. They went for a ten hour broadcast, despite having no previous footage of space, and one of their expert panellists was Cilla Black.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Pokémon Yellow I don't know if video games would have even been in my orbit if Pokémon hadn't become the phenomenon that it is, and those games just happened to hit every one of child Fiona's personality traits.
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Pikachu Pixel Art Image
Alt: Pikachu Pixel Art Image
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
I normally have Monday afternoons off, which is when I get groceries and cook meals for the week. Today they asked me to stay, which isn't usually a big deal, since I keep some frozen meals on hand... Except I don't have a book with me, I finished my last lunch break book at the weekend
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
GEE other Commonwealth countries want to form closer ties with the EU after Brexit who could have seen this coming?
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Ella Dawson @brosandprose.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
We’re having difficulty selling tickets for unknown reasons because this event is going to be AMAZING!! Don’t you want to come gossip about your favorite romances with Joanna Shupe?? And @shellyjayshore.bsky.social?? And ME??
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The Call is Coming From Ianside the House @ianfortey.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
I made this sad caramel apple, if you even care.
A distraught caramel apple man with a caramel tear, and a sad Cheerios mouth. His M&M brains are coming out
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
"British culture is under threat!" IF that is true, why not help preserve it? Visit historical sites and museums, cook British food at home, read books by UK authors, support local crafters and artisans, learn a language from the other three home nations (+ Cornish), go to theatre perfomances,
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Stephen Collins @stephencollins.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
Cartoon by Stephen Collins for The Guardian. Script as follows:

[scene is Winston Churchill in a bbc studio, giving his 'finest hour' speech]

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CHURCHILL:
The whole fury and might of the enemy must very soon be turned on us. 

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CHURCHILL:
Hitler knows that he will have to break us in this Island or lose the war.

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CHURCHILL:
If we can stand up to him, all Europe may be free 
and the life of the world may move forward into broad, sun-

BBC PRESENTER:
Thank you prime minister 

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BBC PRESENTER:
Mr hitler, your response?

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HITLER [in the studio]:
Vell zis is hysterical woke nonsense as usual from mr Churchill

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HITLER:
What we are proposing -

CHURCHILL:
Hang on

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HITLER:
Let me finish - what we are proposing eez a simple power-sharing arrangement -

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CHURCHILL:
What's he doing here

BBC PRESENTER:
It's important we hear both sides of the debate

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CHURCHILL:
This isn't a debate 
You don't debate fascists

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HITLER:
Oh here we go with ze Godwins law!

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HITLER:
Why must you people always compare ze things you don't like to 'fascists, Nazis, Hitler'...

CHURCHILL:
Because you are a fascist Nazi Hit-

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HITLER [standing up, saluting]:
RAUSS!

BBC PRESENTER:
*Please* Mr Churchill let him speak

[ends]
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Some people have drive and ambition to suceed Some people have the ability to slow down and enjoy the scenery I got the need to always be doing something but I cannot make it be something that is productive for the life of me
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Yuumei Art @yuumeiart.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
the finished painting
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Scott Bryan @scottygb.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Was diagnosed with dyslexia aged 20. I was then told not to consider a writing career by a uni tutor “because it would be too taxing for you.” fucking did it anyway.
Out Now: A Queer Journey Theough Modern Television
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Who was your first anime crush? Gary Oak may have predated him, but this guy just hit different
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Syaoran Li from Cardcaptor Sakura with Talisman
ALT: Syaoran Li from Cardcaptor Sakura with Talisman
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
The disappointment I felt when I learnt that a pencil skirt was a plain, often black, knee-length straight skirt has never been matched. I was picturing a skirt designed to look like pencil shavings or a pattern of pencils across the skirt.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Another way to honour Dolly's legacy, which may not be immediately obvious, is to watch Dumplin', a film about a plus-sized Dolly Parton fan who enters a beauty contest. The film's plot focuses on friendships and family relationships, and Dolly wrote an original song for the movie!
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Alex Zalben @azalben.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Here's the official announcement of Parton's passing from her reps, along with the request that in lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com
NASHVILLE, TN (August 25, 2026) – Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

 

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000). 

 

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

 

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com.         

 

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Do think I could almost count myself as having lived in Texas at this point
A map showing all the US States that I have visited. I have passed through (by way of a flight transfer) Illinois and California, road tripped up to Maine, have had short trips to Florida and New York and have spent the most time in Texas. On account of being non-American, I have never lived in any state.
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Lucy, Mighty Bundle @mondaymorningdm.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
I'm joining the war on ice cream on the side of ice cream
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Pina ✨ ADHD Alien @adhd-alien.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
I've always felt like I needed to earn love - and if it comes easily, I get suspicious. (Will draw strategies for this soon!) Also pre-order my book <3 link.tree/adhdalien/
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
The next issue on the quest for Irish Citizenship is Accesing A Working Printer
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Eclipse!
A shadow of a colander is projected on a wall, showing crescents of light
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Me on long haul: comfy airplane outfit, reusable water bottle filled up past security, snacks from outside airport, good nights' sleep before, neck pillow, good headphones, at least two books Me on short haul: getting through on coffee and a bad croissant, and less sleep as it is a 5am flight.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Torn between buying all the clothes that fit my style, understanding that overconsumption is bad for the environment, and the responsible need to budget.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Airplane Fun With Apple! So my flight from Dublin had an hour delay, but that's not too bad, it's an interesting airport. We finally get on board and start taxiing. We get to the runway...
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Kinda chic to see your name on things
A sign over a door saying 'House of Wine' which is also repeated in Irish below. Fíona, which looks like my name, is an Irish word meaning wine. A drum barrel from the Guinness Storehouse, with names of people who work at Guinness. Murphy is in big letters.An ice cream shop named Murphy's
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
My clothes should: - make little children think I'm a princess - make older children wonder what book I fell out of - and make teenagers ask if I time-traveled from the past
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
I land!
A photograph taken out of a plane window showing part of Dublin Airport
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Torn between wanting cabin crew to think "what a cool, calm and collected passenger, she'll be help in an emergency" and anxiety that the airplane staff will actually therefore ask me to help.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Hello, we decided that the obvious solution to heat was to make people stand outside in full sun.
A sign on a door to the waiting room at a UK train station, saying that the room will be locked in hot weather.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
"I'll pack my blue dress, and the red white and blue necklace that goes with it" ... remembers I'm going to Republic of Ireland *puts red white and blue necklace back in my jewellery box*
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Jamie McKelvie @mckelvie.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Ah you're having one of these days
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Tag yourselves I'm book reading princess
An advertising poster from a British shopping centre, advertising off-brand versions of a certain company's princess characters
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412th Man @unlox.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
can’t find a night when everyone’s reliably free for it, huh
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
We've gone over a month without rain in my part of the UK and it doesn't look like we're getting much anytime soon. Couple that with the fact it's been unseasonably hot and sunny, and a lot of plants around here are dying.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
Does it bother anyone else that companies can give your details to multiple different sites as part of your job? Between time off, training, payslips, and pensions, my manager has signed me up to at least four different websites. Without my consent, just "we're using this site now."
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
Valkyria Chronicles is a masterclass in creating a setting through a simple plot point. "It's the Second Europan War." Okay, great, I now know roughly what to expect from this setting with regards to culture, history and technology.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
"Alright, time to get my Dad's paperwork together for the Irish Foreign Births Register, this should be easy, I know all the details this time!" *FreeBMD result: no matches* "Okay, well... you know how your father was born in Germany, when your Grandad was stationed abroad?" "Oh, come on!"
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Pet first aid!
Photo of me in an orange dress, bandaging up a stuffed toy dog legA photo of me practising stopping a choking dogPhoto of me practising CPR on a model dog
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Scott Bryan @scottygb.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Count Binface. Election candidate.
Count Binface. Election Candidate. BBC Breakfast.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
I got them! James Murphy married Phyllis Jones in March 1940 in Wycombe, in England, where he was probably stationed during the war. There is a website where people have digitised the UK GRO records for free and with a much better search system.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
... I need his marriage certificate. The issue is, I have no idea when or where this marriage took place. It could have been in a completely different country as my grandfather was often stationed abroad with the British Armed Forces.
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Mike Drac O’ Lantern 🎃 @digitaldraco.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
Post from bailee yaps on Threads. Post reads: You know who didn't use AI? Ebony Dark'ness Dementia Raven Way
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
Found my Northern Irish grandfather's details and have ordered a copy of his birth certificate, one step closer to a potential Irish passport.
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
What communicating with the rest of my country feels like right now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sask...
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Roy & Moss Pretend To Like Football | The IT Crowd
YouTube video by Channel 4
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Ramin Nasibov @nasibov.me · 29/06/2026
Thank you Google maps for protecting the cow's privacy
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Me if I get diverted while flying: ooh a new adventure! Me when my usual route home is blocked and I had to drive another route: this is the biggest inconvenience anyone has ever faced I deserve a medal for this
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Fiona @apple314.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
I've always been one of those people who feel like I'm not good at anything. I'm not solving the world's problems with science, I was never going to win medals in sports, and I can't draw at all. But give me some ingredients and I can make a good meal, and I do think that's an achievement.
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Jo Kibble (Political Animal) @politicanimal.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Yes, obviously it is suspended, but is it operating or not? Useless TfL app.
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