Bridie Rankin
bridierankin.bsky.social
Bridie Rankin
@bridierankin.bsky.social
Animal lover, I hate cruelty and bullying of any kind. Love cryptic crosswords and I write a bit. Don't ask anyone a question unless you're prepared to hear the answer.
I've always known I had Claustrophobia but wondered why I also panicked in large spaces if the exit was unattainable. Then by chance I read about Cleithrophobia, a fear of being trapped and everything fell into place... It doesn't alter how I feel but at least I know it's a known phobia.
December 10, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Pyjamas are more expensive than they should be.
October 10, 2025 at 2:47 PM
I had my 'flu and covid jabs yesterday, and as I was walking back through the wood I saw six squirrels. Not that interesting I know but SIX. I love squirrels. Today I ache everywhere but it won't last long.
October 7, 2025 at 8:20 AM
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September 18, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Pharma giant Novartis supports putting mice and rats in water-filled beakers from which they desperately try to escape. Urge them to ban this test. petauk.org/491
Panic, Terror, and Near Drowning: Ban the Forced Swim Test
Pharma giant Novartis supports putting mice and rats in water-filled containers from which they desperately try to escape.
petauk.org
August 25, 2025 at 2:40 PM
When I was first pregnant in 1964 I went off tea, 61 years later and I still can't stand it, even the smell turns my stomach. Some things never leave.
July 15, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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But you ❤️ animals, right?
June 11, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Adorable otters are being captured and trafficked for use in exotic pet cafes in Japan. We need to stop this! Help protect otters, join the global call. action.eko.org/a/stop-otter...
Stop otter poaching!
Sea otters are so adorable and playful they’ve become one of the internet’s favourite viral sensations.And for good reason! Their creativity is unparalleled in marine species, they often sleep holding
action.eko.org
May 30, 2025 at 10:43 AM
The barbaric fur trade kills millions of animals each year – ask your MP to vote in favour of the Fur (Import and Sale) Bill on 13 June! #FurFreeBritain petauk.org/43p
Urge Your MP to Support a #FurFreeBritain
The barbaric fur trade kills millions of animals each year – ask your MP to vote in favour of the Fur (Import and Sale) Bill on 13 June!
petauk.org
May 19, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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People see factory farming is wrong - so they try & solve that moral dilemma by getting closer to the processes & animals who are being exploited.
How is it better to use & kill a cow you know vs. one you don’t?
That’s about you, not them.
End Animal Ag!
➡️ bit.ly/JoinTheRowdy...
May 13, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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What chicken wings are for... 💚 #vegan #veganism #chicken #animalrights #chicken #chickens
April 17, 2025 at 9:26 PM
The government’s new Planning and Infrastructure Bill could give businesses the green light to trash habitats and threaten wildlife. Say no to attacks on nature!

If you agree – join me and add your name with @friends-earth.bsky.social👇
foe.uk/tffac
Stop the government’s plan threating nature
Did you know big business could soon be allowed to wreck the environment and destroy nature? The new Planning and Infrastructure Bill could mean damaging projects get the green light so long as develo...
foe.uk
March 13, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Heating still not working, radiators and water very cold. I have one small convector heater trying it's best to heat the whole house. I have never worn so many clothes at one time, but ever the optimist, hopefully it will be fixed tomorrow.
February 3, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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February 1, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Join me and tell Chancellor Rachel Reeves: no more airport expansion while we’re in a climate emergency 🚨🌎
@friends-earth.bsky.social 👇
January 29, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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And… it’s back! 🙂

🕰️Daily Conundrum 30🕰️

🚨 New series of Countdown starts today, 2.10pm, Channel 4! 📺

Clue: You’re half right (4,5)

Last Xmas answer (29) Clark Griswold

🚫 Any hints / spoilers in replies equals automatic block. 👋

🗓️ New conundrum every morning, mon to fri! Share if you enjoy. ☺️
January 6, 2025 at 10:43 AM
HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE.
Today is the first page in a brand new sketch book, draw whatever you like. Also, buy an eraser in case someone else scribbles in it. xx
January 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Well my birthday on Christmas Eve was lovely, Christmas day equally lovely, Boxing day a bit ordinary but watching Beauty and the Beast so all is ok.
December 26, 2024 at 5:10 PM
Me and my first born 1968. A looooong time ago.
December 18, 2024 at 6:53 PM