iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

When Exmoor brings all its colours It is a place of wonderment The clouds, the grasses, tiered blues There is no place I’d rather be ❤️ #exmoor A clear cold Monday in November

020

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Sometimes I am the tree Stoic and moody in the clouds Sometimes I am clinging on in the wind The grass growing on a wall Exmoor in November ❤️

010

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Last night’s news from the Avon Federation I shared some stories in Portishead ❤️ Marina WI - lots of lovely people there 🙏

000

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Must do better - 1979-81 What was ‘Int Studies’ anyway? Much love to Aubrey Hodes,a brilliant human - although I did none of the things he thought I might. Holloway School was a mad melting pot of 1200 boys, as diverse and integrated as it comes. The NF were chased away from the school gates 👊

000

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

In a short series this week, I might share some pics from previous decades of my life. A birthday ending in an ‘Oh!’ awaits 😱 My first pair of football boots - from when I was about 6 years old ❤️ I remember running towards a hospital in Norfolk after a patient had nicked them 😂

000

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

It was a thrill to be at @stroudstories last night ❤️ Such talented writers and an amazing mix of stories 👏 A room full of lovely people and so much fun…with free statistics as ever 😂

000

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Orchid update If you’ve got it, flaunt it ❤️

050

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

How beautiful. I just found a common spotted orchid in the garden ❤️ Mondays just aren’t the same these days 😀

040

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

Well look at this! Poetry Plus on Tuesday night in @thebellinnbath 730pm start - part of @fringeartsbath No strings, no cost, no brainer ❤️ See you there 🙏 …along with @clayton.debbie @milenapaccani @raven_on_the_wire20 and more

000

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

Tis the day for this pic 🥚❤️ It will always make me smile 🙏

010

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

Big smiles for a big night 😍 I am delighted to be taking part in the Chimes Poetry Variety Night as part of Sparkfest Bath 🌟 May 22nd 6pm at Burdall’s Yard in Bath It will be a gorgeous mix of performances Book now www.ticketsource.co.uk/bathspalive/...

021

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

A reminder Even shipwrecked dreams can last And surprise us with their beauty ❤️ Wreck of the SS Nornen Berrow beach ⚓️

020

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

I am coarse from the ravages of Winter I am broken, muddy, brown Is that sunlight in the distance? May it shine on us again ❤️

020

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Very excited to be seeing @zahodesagazan in Bristol tonight. Will report back…expect much ❤️

010

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

Just saying… We don’t have to take our clothes off to have a good time ❤️

000

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

What a brilliant event - bravo to everyone that’s made this happen with @readwithyeovil.bsky.social 🙌 I have more props than is wise but I am buckled up and will enjoy the ride making a story with some 6 - 8 year olds ❤️ Let’s see where it takes us…

100

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

The winner of the best bit of marketing seen over the weekend award goes to 👇

010

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Sorry to report tomorrow’s The Love Stories Show at The David Hall, South Petherton has had to be postponed due to circumstances beyond our control 💔 The David Hall and me are working on rescheduling but it won’t be for a while. Thanks for all the love and support x

010

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

One week to Valentine’s Day ❤️ And to save yourself from the same old same old 🙏 Get booked up for The Love Stories Show @thedavidhallsp and lets make Somerset sizzle Details and Tix via qr code at Pic 3 #valentines #love #somerset

110

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Love is…a small bag of wonder ❤️ I know half of you are going to be…just…WRONG😡 But who’s got these on their Valentine’s lust list? #marmite #marmitecrispsuk #valentines #loveit

000

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

Some days, you wake up and think you’re a bit off kilter…and then you remember to smile and get some coffee 😎

020

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

Been writing about songs in languages I do not speak and the fire and ice of a 1960s love affair. Emotions are a bit close to the surface today 🙏

040

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

Within 100 miles of Bristol Words to share…prose, poems, the essay you’d graffiti on a wall if only you were ok on a ladder? Check out and come along to Talking Tales ❤️

130

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

This is a dog house You have 5 weeks today to get yourself out of it Surprise your squeeze on Valentine’s Day Come along to The Love Stories Show at @thedavidhallsp and earn yourself many ❤️ points Booking here www.tickettailor.com/events/thepe...

021

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 03/01/2025

Beautiful afternoon walk Energising Melancholy Brutal 🙏

040

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

Resolutions? Really! That implies room for improvement… ❤️❤️❤️ Don’t rule out the possibility you can be different And that changes you want to make are achievable Remind yourself, you can do anything But don’t rule out the possibility that you are beautiful just as you are 🫶

030

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

In the grey days before New Year A reminder At the end of one cycle There is beauty in the next one 🙏❤️

040

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 24/12/2024

You. All of you. I hope you’re feeling the love this eve I hope you are gifted love tomorrow And all the days that follow 🙏 ❤️❤️❤️

040

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Staff Christmas party today 🎄 There’s always someone that invades your personal space…but she’s the boss and I don’t mind 🫶 #christmas #patterdale #cheeseandgrain

0110

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 01/12/2024

I’m surprised I can tie my own shoelaces… 🙄

120

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 30/11/2024

Talking Tales is back Quarterly in2025 New year, new venue but you’ll do just fine as you are ❤️

095

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

I might deploy this tactic…until February. I’ll do this now - Happy New Year 😘

110

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

No contest Coming back as a dog… 🐾❤️🙏

031

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 13/07/2024

I have finally written up the shows from Fringe TheatreFest ❤️ You can see the dubious audience choices and the beautiful audience love stories on my website here: www.markrutterford.com/blogandnews Huge thanks and big love to everybody who made the shows possible xx

021

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 09/06/2024

Two of us needing re-hydration after watching The Piano on Channel 4 ❤️ Inspirational viewing 🙏👏

000

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 01/06/2024

How it started...some words on a page How it's going...Love Stories ❤️ I would love to see you at The Alma Tavern & Theatre in Bristol on 18th June. Booking now. Come along and make a show with me #writing #writingcommunity #theatre #bristol #clifton #love

010

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 22/03/2024

Wash day for the doggy toys ❤️

000

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 02/03/2024

‘We weren’t meant to be,’ says the Winter to Spring. ‘We danced for a short while, in each other’s spell.’ Whilst Spring is conflicted, ‘I don’t want to hurt you,’ The Winter fades bright, says ‘remember me well…’

010

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 01/03/2024

The first day of Spring-time, as cold as December. We measure the mud now, in furlongs and fathoms. The clouds have gone moody, the rain is Norwegian. The inching to Summer, by fits, starts and spasms.

010

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 29/02/2024

The last day of Winter, the tang of new nettles. The romance of blossom, a springtime seduction. Still stinging from frostbite, cold shoulder and shudder? Or pluck, kiss and cherish, a sharp-edged new season?

000

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 17/02/2024

Looking forward to some joy and heartache tomorrow night. Come along, it’s a great event ❤️

011

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 28/01/2024

I ❤️❤️❤️that 'Love Stories' will be heading to Barnstaple in June. I can't wait to share my stories and hear what decisions and stories will come from a North Devon audience. Thank you Fringe TheatreFest🙏

010

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 03/01/2024

@Masterchef would be a doddle after the scrutiny I’m under whilst cooking dinner 😉 #cooking #macncheese #terrier

010

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 24/12/2023

Outraged! Outraged I tell you 😡 What are Mini Eggs doing on display in the local Co-op on Christmas Eve!!???😱 But then I realised I’d picked up a pack of hot cross buns… 😬 #Christmas #easter #coop #timsbury #hypocrite

010

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 22/12/2023

Today is National Buy Your Sprouts day. ❤️ Who else has bagged themselves a little bit of magic? #sprouts #parsnips #christmas #happy

020

Mark Rutterford @markrutterford.bsky.social · 26/11/2023

I just had a moment opening a packet of Spekulatius. Should have waited for December, at least, but… ❤️❤️❤️

010