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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 16/10/2026

I have a self-imposed rule that I listen to the whole of each “1001 Albums to hear before you die” but today I might make an exception. Nearly ten hours! Of Thin Lizzy. Jeepers.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 15/10/2026

Is this normal for a machine with 16Gb of memory?

Process Name Mem... +
Safari Web Content (Cached) 37.04 GB

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 13/10/2026

Still a few blackcurrants in my garden, and the birds are not letting them go to waste.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 11/10/2026

Double #parkrun again this weekend, with Battersea yesterday (best time of the year, somehow) and RD duties at Figges Marsh juniors this morning. One person was celebrating their 100th volunteer and brought homemade cookies.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 24/09/2026

Louis Theroux keynoting at Big Data London.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 24/09/2026

I didn't talk to these guys, but I understand that their founder is a Muppet.

Booth at Big Data London of a company called Honeydew. Like the Muppet.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 24/09/2026

Big Data London was quieter this afternoon (I'm told) but still plenty busy.

View of the Big Data London exhibitor floor. Lots of booths of companies you probably have never heard of. People milling around.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 23/09/2026

I may need to start creating a more ambitious distance goal for my running. Still, 600km is not too shabby.

Congrats! You accomplished your yearly
distance goal.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 23/08/2026

Second time as RD. Didn’t lose any kids this time. I’m told they’re not so forgiving the second time. #parkrun

A congratulatory message to Stephen, noting his volunteer achievements: 98th parkrun and 92nd at Figges Marsh juniors.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 19/08/2026

At Clapham #parkrun last Saturday, three people were running it four-legged. They finished!

A group of runners is seen on a dusty field, their legs tied together. A soccer goal post is in the background, and there are dogs in the distance. The setting appears to be an outdoor sports area.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 20/06/2026

I’ve been meaning to do Thames Path #parkrun since event number one, but it took me until today (event 158) to make it for some reason. Nice river side route and a weird curly-whirly part in the middle.

The image features several metallic sculptures resembling human figures, set in a park-like area with trees and a brick building in the background. One figure is notably wearing a bright pink and white volunteer vest, indicating a role in an event or activity.

A crowd of people is gathered near the Thames Path, with a visible "START" sign indicating the beginning of an event. A man in a pink vest is leading the group, and directional signs point towards various locations along the river. The background features

A view of the Thames with a cloudy sky, with Canary Wharf in the background. A boat is anchored in the foreground near a pier, and industrial structures are visible along the riverbank.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 17/05/2026

Over a hundred finishers at Figges Marsh Junior #parkrun today — a first!

A crowd of people gathers in a park, surrounded by tall trees. Some individuals wear yellow vests, while a few are near a red structure. There are families and children among the attendees, and the atmosphere appears lively.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 09/02/2026

This is obnoxious, Apple. Please don’t.

Notification from the Apple Store promoting the latest iPhone with a focus on the new Center Stage front camera for better selfies. Includes an image of the iPhone models in black and white.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 24/01/2026

Kingston #parkrun today. It been my NENDY for ages because it’s in a weird location requiring two buses to get there and they say there’s nowhere to park a car. But. But it a lovely riverside run, a bit muddy today but mostly okay. Not sure what happened at the finish […] [Original post on mas.to]

A group of runners is seen jogging in a park during sunrise. The sun is low in the sky, illuminating the scene, and several houses and trees are visible in the background. The runners are dressed in various athletic clothing.

I stands by the Thames wearing a long-sleeve shirt, colorful shorts, and gloves. There is a "parkrun Kingston" banner in the foreground. The background features a scenic view of houses and trees.

A serene riverside scene featuring a brown river, a grassy bank, and a barren willow tree with golden branches. In the background, several moored boats are visible, alongside leafless trees under a clear blue sky. A black park bench is positioned

A calm river scene featuring several moored boats on one side, with a residential building and trees in the background. A fallen log is visible in the foreground, and the sky is clear with some clouds.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 15/01/2026

This feels like a bold claim for an office building.

A gray welcome mat displaying the phrase "WELCOME TO THE HOME OF HAPPINESS" alongside a stylized image of a giraffe's head. The mat is set on a light wooden floor.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 25/12/2025

Strava says it “feels like” -5C and I wouldn’t argue with that… but Christmas Day #parkrun at Clapham Common complete, with only a little complaining from the kids.

Clapham Common Parkrun start line. A large crowd gathers outdoors wearing festive attire, including Santa hats and holiday-themed clothing. The scene is set in a park with leafless trees and a clear blue sky.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 04/10/2025

Very English Severe Weather Warning (“Moderate Wind”).

A weather alert notification from the UK Met Office indicating a moderate wind warning, effective from 00:00 on Saturday, 4 October.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 30/08/2025

Brooklyn Bridge #parkrun this week. Didn’t think I’d make the start after delays on the subway… but glad I did. Flat, one lap, great views, lovely weather. Maybe not one for the middle of winter!

A man stands in front of a "Brooklyn Bridge" parkrun sign, with the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan skyline in the background. Many runners are gathered around, preparing for the event on a clear day.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 26/07/2025

Morden #parkrun today (my 7th there) and… well, not my best. Ended up walking on the uphill part of the last lap. But I got up early on a Saturday and did it, so yay me. Also, whenever I go to Morden I think of #babylon5. What do you want?

A person dressed in a red athletic shirt and cap stands on grass next to a banner that reads "parkrun Morden."

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 01/07/2025

Random guy on the tube said I had a “class” shirt. Who am I to argue?

The image features a navy blue t-shirt with a playful graphic. On the shirt, there are two stick figures: one is smiling and the other has a sad expression, accompanied by the text, "I've got your back!"

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 28/06/2025

Richmond #parkrun with the 13yo this morning. Busy, hot and humid, but a beautiful route. Didn’t see any deer.

A large crowd of people, many in athletic clothing, is gathered on a dirt path, preparing for a race. The scene is set in a park with trees in the background, and a mix of adults and a child can be seen in the foreground

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 14/06/2025

First anniversary for Morden #parkrun. Got a decent time (for me) but really it was all about the cake.

A birthday cake decorated with "Happy Birthday Morden parkrun" written in colorful icing, surrounded by sprinkles. Nearby, there are cupcakes with pink, white, and chocolate frosting and a container of small treats. In the background, a portable

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 07/06/2025

Bushy Park #parkrun pilgrimage today. Busy but didn’t feel like 1000+ people.

A large group of runners in colorful athletic attire participating in an outdoor event, set against a cloudy sky and surrounded by green trees. The scene captures a dynamic and energetic atmosphere.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 06/06/2025

And another one. This time over London. You can see the Eye.

Aerial view of London at night, featuring a lit-up landscape with numerous buildings and streets illuminated. The airplane wing is visible in the foreground, and the sky is overcast with clouds.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 25/04/2025

@akosma This running for 12. Mac:willans-cpp stephen.darlington$ time build/PrimeCalculator 12 Prime(12): 37 real 9m16.565s user 56m27.295s sys 0m16.696s

The image displays a CPU history monitor with multiple graphs for 12 cores. Each graph shows efficiency or performance metrics, represented by green and red bars on a black background. The top four cores illustrate efficiency, while the bottom eight cores focus on performance.

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Stephen Darlington @sdarlington.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 25/12/2024

First time I’ve managed a Christmas #parkrun. Went to Clapham with the family. The crowd sang 12 Days of Parkrun before the start. 13yo ran the whole thing, with a surprising sprint finish. My wife got a PB. Great start to the day!

A large crowd of people wearing Santa hats gathers on Clapham Common for #parkrun, some dressed in festive sweaters.

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