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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Replaced a headlight bulb on the car today and can honestly say whatever it is Halfords charge, go there.

Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Started on holiday and #justfinished Lonesome Dove. Much longer than my usual reads. Slow at times but always leaves you wanting to know what happens next. An emotional adventure. "It's a fine world, though rich in hardships at times" Gus McCrae ~ Hat Creek Cattle Company #booksky #bskybookclub

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

With certain caveats, the assisted dying bill was something that, in principle, I kinda supported. Is it completely off the table as of today, or do they make ammendments and do another vote at some point? 🤔

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Afternoon to myself, so ended up going to #Triumph and then #Norton for some good, old fashoined window shopping. Although not my style, the new #ManxR is definitely pretty. #motosky

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Anyone else in the bought-a-place-with-a-nice-garden-not-realising-how-much-work-it-acually-takes-to-keep-a-garden-looking-nice club? Because, same. 👍

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

It's raining. It's actually raining.

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Was thinking the other day how I've never been caught up in a really bad traffic jam. You know the type where absolutely nothing moves and people end up getting out of their cars etc. Yeah, well... 1.5hrs so far...

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

General Secretary Dave Calfe has been in contact with the prime minister following a second derailment in as many days, this time near Wickford, Essex. Our thoughts are with all those who were on board, and we thank the emergency services for their response. (1/2)

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

On my break at work; thoughts are with the traincrew, passengers and emergency responders involved and dealing with the derailment in #Lewes

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Today, and always, are thoughts are with the loved ones and colleagues of the three people who tragically died in the incident near Carmont.

ASLEF General Secretary Dave Calfe. Quote reads: 'Six years on from the tragic derailment at Carmont, our thoughts are with the loved ones of our member, driver Brett McCullough, and of conductor Donald Dinnie and passenger Christopher Stuchbury.

'Difficult anniversaries like this one are a reminder to all of us in the rail industry that we must work tirelessly to ensure avoidable accidents such as this never happen again. At ASLEF, that is what we will continue to do.'

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

I'm told when my Leave is and the Mrs works in a school, so quality time off together doesn't happen as often as we'd like... But this Summer, things worked out. Thanks #Turkey, you were just what the Doctor ordered. 🇹🇷👌🍺 #holiday #antalya

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

One of the most annoying parts of being on holiday is knowing that waking up and having a coffee on the patio followed by some fresh watermelon and a dip in the pool isn't in fact your life now. I'll be back home soon putting the bins out.

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Goodbye Merry Old, I'm off to do my bit for Anglo-Turkish relations.

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

The riskiest naps are the best. (Olive, in the middle of a donut under a loosely tied cover of a swimming pool.) #catsky

A cat asleep on the cover of a swimming pool

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Well, that's me officially on Summer leave! 🤟🕺 The iron road can wait. I've got a beach in Turkey to go and lay on with a pint and a book.

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

'I ache in the places I used to play' - L. Cohen. Always love coming back here - back to where I grew up. It's where I head to when I need to breathe and think. Portland, Dorset. Centre of the universe. As for turning up on a motorcycle? Well that's just fucking rock'n'roll. #xjr1300 #motosky

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Couple of days off, so back to see my island in the sun. #dorset #xjr1300 #motosky

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The Secret Barrister @barristersecret.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Gabby: What was your highlight of the half time show? Wayne Rooney: When it finished. I thought it was crap. 10/10 punditry. No notes.

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Cools you down AND clears the mind... Nice evening blast before heading back to the grindstone tomorrow. 👌 #motosky #yamaha

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

You just *know* this dude's got some stories. #motosky #heatwave

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Work: It definitely has its moments, but this view never gets old. 🚂🚃🚃🚃 *Taken from the non-driving/back cab. #London #Railway

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Feel like Kurtan from #ThisCountry in saying this, but there *is* something about a Steam Fair. #ChickerellSteamShow

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Ever met someone who's nice enough, but they're also fundamentally... boring. Like your solicitor when you buying a house... You don't particularly dislike them and you'd wish them all the very best, but you also don't mind not seeing them again. That's how I feel with Starmer.

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Work's been a bit full on this past couple of weeks. Missed this. #motosky

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Passed my assessment to become a Train Driver Instructor yesterday, only to get home to the awful news of the incident near Bedford. Thoughts are with all those involved, as well as the loved ones of the poor Driver.

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Went for a bimble and a coffee earlier and ended up meeting the original owner of my bike! Brilliant chat. Asked him a lot of questions including 'What do you ride now?' His answer... 'A yellow #XJR1300' 😄 (Pics are: Mine (once his) and his new one.) #motosky

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Should really be doing paperwork ready for starting a course in the morning but... Priorities.

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

'Dorset born and Dorset bred. Strong in the arm and good in the bed.' 💪 Happy #DorsetDay (A pics of/taken on Portland, Dorset; Centre of the universe.)

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

These warm, dry evenings... ❤️💛🖤 #xjr1300 #motosky

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Nice evening for chips by the harbour on my break at work. Roll on 2am! #GrubBreakBimble

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Wanted to read this after watching the film on Netflix, #justfinished Train Dreams by Denis Johnson. Lovely little novella (and good film) about love, loss, and the passage of time through the eyes of a Robert Grainer, a labourer in the early 1900s American West. #booksky #bskybookclub

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Been out for a bimble and although I never thought I'd say this, it's official: it's just too damn hot. 😪 Felt more like a punishment than an enjoyable hobby! 😄 Cold coffee > home and chill > back out again later. 👌

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

Day off, but no rideout today. Busy tinkering around the garden. Some food and a chat around a simple fire. Can't beat it.

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Question for the #motosky folks: Most of my riding is local bimbles/exploring. Not mega miles (but I plan on doing the odd 'big' trip/moto camping when I can) Should I get, A) A Quad Lock. Or, B) A Beeline Moto 2? 🤔

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Garage Brew... There's just something about it. 🤌 #science @yorkshiretea.bsky.social 🫖

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Day off so finally ticked #CaffeineandMachine off the 'must go there for lunch sometime' list. Not exactly cheap, but nice scran. Some nice cars knocking about too. 👍

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Great 'introductory'/beginner book to the dark art of #investing (and how investing is different to 'trading') I still have about a hundred questions, but unlike a lot of #finance based books, this was an easy, layman's-terms read with clear diagrams. 👍 Live On Less - Andrew Craig #bskybookclub

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Little head-clearer of a ride today. Bikes are great for that. 💛🖤 #xjr1300 #motosky

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Completely in my element: Minding my own business, stresses of day-to-day life temporarily forgotten, focused on nothing in particular other than the road ahead... And someone goes and takes a bloody picture. 🙄 Love it! 🖤💛 (📸 by 'The Right Bikes') #yamaha #xjr1300 #motosky

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

First Hayling Bike Night of the season. Nice weather so a decent turnout. Will hopefully get to a few more over the summer. 👍 #xjr1300 #hayling #bikenight

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Ten-year-old daughter: "Dad, can we watch that thing where the woman is trying to put a park on the hole." She meant #ParksAndRecreation The kids are alright. 👍

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Day off so gave Old Yeller a clean. She still scrubs up. 💛🖤 #yamaha #xjr1300 #motosky

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Sunshine, the countryside, a steak sarnie, and 1300ccs. Beautiful. 💛🖤 #yamaha #xjr1300 #motosky

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Emerson @thatemerson.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

What do you call it when there's 1000 jobs you could be doing, 100 jobs you're already in the middle of, and 20 things you'd like to do, yet you don't have the energy/will/motivation to even begin to do any of it, and instead just kind of mooch around wasting the day? Whatever it is, that's me.

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