John M 🇬🇧🇺🇦
@john0109.bsky.social
Dad, RAF Veteran and survivor of numerous Leeds United ups and downs. Lover of nature, history, books and making miniatures. 75% English, 15% Welsh, 10% Odds & Ends.
Just looking for things to make me smile...or think...or think and smile.
Just looking for things to make me smile...or think...or think and smile.
@robertbester1971.bsky.social I just found this on X and thought it would be of interest. Looks like Zara is a fake account. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news.
November 28, 2025 at 5:42 PM
@robertbester1971.bsky.social I just found this on X and thought it would be of interest. Looks like Zara is a fake account. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news.
School Staff and Year 5 'evacuees' pose for a pre-lunch photo in front of a Junkers Ju52/3M at IWM Duxford, Cambridgeshire, UK.
Own photograph - undated but probably c 2014.
#aircraft #WW2 #IWMDuxford #aviation #photography #Junkers
Own photograph - undated but probably c 2014.
#aircraft #WW2 #IWMDuxford #aviation #photography #Junkers
November 28, 2025 at 2:58 PM
School Staff and Year 5 'evacuees' pose for a pre-lunch photo in front of a Junkers Ju52/3M at IWM Duxford, Cambridgeshire, UK.
Own photograph - undated but probably c 2014.
#aircraft #WW2 #IWMDuxford #aviation #photography #Junkers
Own photograph - undated but probably c 2014.
#aircraft #WW2 #IWMDuxford #aviation #photography #Junkers
Here's something fairly random. An ornate shop sign from Colmar, Alsace, France. I'm sure it tells a story or maybe even more than one story. Any ideas?
(Own photo from 2024) #photography
(Own photo from 2024) #photography
November 28, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Here's something fairly random. An ornate shop sign from Colmar, Alsace, France. I'm sure it tells a story or maybe even more than one story. Any ideas?
(Own photo from 2024) #photography
(Own photo from 2024) #photography
Memories of spring tulips in Keukenhof Gardens to brighten up your Friday. Have a great weekend folks.
November 28, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Memories of spring tulips in Keukenhof Gardens to brighten up your Friday. Have a great weekend folks.
Sadly the final episode of "Steam Train Diaries" this week. 😢Locomotive 41313 made the epic 300 mile journey, on the back of a lorry, from the Isle of Wight to Grosmont to take part in the #NYMR Steam Gala.
#SteamTrainDiaries #TrainSpotting #SteamTrains #Traingeek
(Pictures from channel4.com)
#SteamTrainDiaries #TrainSpotting #SteamTrains #Traingeek
(Pictures from channel4.com)
November 27, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Sadly the final episode of "Steam Train Diaries" this week. 😢Locomotive 41313 made the epic 300 mile journey, on the back of a lorry, from the Isle of Wight to Grosmont to take part in the #NYMR Steam Gala.
#SteamTrainDiaries #TrainSpotting #SteamTrains #Traingeek
(Pictures from channel4.com)
#SteamTrainDiaries #TrainSpotting #SteamTrains #Traingeek
(Pictures from channel4.com)
For anyone who feels in need of a pick-me-up today, I thought I'd share my daughter's wonderful smile. And for those who are curious, she was watching an episode of "Car Share"! 😊
#MentalHealth #wellness #depression #anxiety #stress #ShareASmile #wellbeing #happiness #CarShare #StayStrong
#MentalHealth #wellness #depression #anxiety #stress #ShareASmile #wellbeing #happiness #CarShare #StayStrong
November 27, 2025 at 1:29 PM
For anyone who feels in need of a pick-me-up today, I thought I'd share my daughter's wonderful smile. And for those who are curious, she was watching an episode of "Car Share"! 😊
#MentalHealth #wellness #depression #anxiety #stress #ShareASmile #wellbeing #happiness #CarShare #StayStrong
#MentalHealth #wellness #depression #anxiety #stress #ShareASmile #wellbeing #happiness #CarShare #StayStrong
If any proof was needed that books change lives then it's this little selection that helped to set me off on my first career all those years ago. 📚 #FollowYourDreams
#RAF #aviation #avgeek #aircraft #books #inspiration
#RAF #aviation #avgeek #aircraft #books #inspiration
November 27, 2025 at 9:06 AM
If any proof was needed that books change lives then it's this little selection that helped to set me off on my first career all those years ago. 📚 #FollowYourDreams
#RAF #aviation #avgeek #aircraft #books #inspiration
#RAF #aviation #avgeek #aircraft #books #inspiration
RAF Souvenir Book 1971, featuring a recruiting advert which invited men to send for a booklet entitled "The New Men" and women for one called "Smart Girl"!
Also proudly stating that men could expect to earn £21.35 per week after 12 months, and women £18.55. 😯👎
#RAF #Aviation #avgeek
Also proudly stating that men could expect to earn £21.35 per week after 12 months, and women £18.55. 😯👎
#RAF #Aviation #avgeek
November 26, 2025 at 2:51 PM
And the proof of the pudding, as they say, is in the eating. Yorkshire Brack + Wensleydale Cheese 😋 Now totally demolished. 😊
November 26, 2025 at 10:27 AM
And the proof of the pudding, as they say, is in the eating. Yorkshire Brack + Wensleydale Cheese 😋 Now totally demolished. 😊
Mrs Botham's Yorkshire Brack works well with cheese too - all year round! 😋
November 26, 2025 at 8:07 AM
Mrs Botham's Yorkshire Brack works well with cheese too - all year round! 😋
Mrs M and I visited the Baxter's Fochabers factory in 1978 when we lived in Elgin. It was just a wee place back then and Ena did the guided tours!
November 24, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Mrs M and I visited the Baxter's Fochabers factory in 1978 when we lived in Elgin. It was just a wee place back then and Ena did the guided tours!
@shonamaclean.bsky.social Luckily I'm blessed with ancestors who approve of the use of a can opener! 😂
November 24, 2025 at 3:37 PM
@shonamaclean.bsky.social Luckily I'm blessed with ancestors who approve of the use of a can opener! 😂
A spot of polish for the old 543 Squadron plaque this morning. "Valiant and Vigilant" with a crane to symbolise long flights and an open padlock for the unlocking of knowledge.
#avgeek #aviation #RAF #543Squadron
#avgeek #aviation #RAF #543Squadron
November 24, 2025 at 10:08 AM
A spot of polish for the old 543 Squadron plaque this morning. "Valiant and Vigilant" with a crane to symbolise long flights and an open padlock for the unlocking of knowledge.
#avgeek #aviation #RAF #543Squadron
#avgeek #aviation #RAF #543Squadron
Malcolm Root's depiction of a Scammell Scarab "mechanical horse" at work in the late 1940s. Boys of a certain age will recall that popular toy versions were produced by both Budgie and Matchbox!
(Image taken from "Malcolm Root's Transport Paintings")
#railway #transport #art
(Image taken from "Malcolm Root's Transport Paintings")
#railway #transport #art
November 22, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Malcolm Root's depiction of a Scammell Scarab "mechanical horse" at work in the late 1940s. Boys of a certain age will recall that popular toy versions were produced by both Budgie and Matchbox!
(Image taken from "Malcolm Root's Transport Paintings")
#railway #transport #art
(Image taken from "Malcolm Root's Transport Paintings")
#railway #transport #art
If you see this, post your getaway vehicle.
November 21, 2025 at 7:16 PM
If you see this, post your getaway vehicle.
If you're feeling a bit low today, why not go down to your local nail bar? 💅 Then just throw open the door and shout "National Crime Agency!" 🏃♀️🏃♀️🏃♂️ #FunFriday
November 21, 2025 at 2:53 PM
If you're feeling a bit low today, why not go down to your local nail bar? 💅 Then just throw open the door and shout "National Crime Agency!" 🏃♀️🏃♀️🏃♂️ #FunFriday
Well, even I have to admit that heritage diesel locos did come to the rescue in this week's episode of "Steam Train Diaries" as a huge wild-fire ravaged the North York Moors.
#NYMR #SteamTrainDiaries #TrainSpotting #SteamTrains #Traingeek
(All pictures from channel4.com)
#NYMR #SteamTrainDiaries #TrainSpotting #SteamTrains #Traingeek
(All pictures from channel4.com)
November 21, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Well, even I have to admit that heritage diesel locos did come to the rescue in this week's episode of "Steam Train Diaries" as a huge wild-fire ravaged the North York Moors.
#NYMR #SteamTrainDiaries #TrainSpotting #SteamTrains #Traingeek
(All pictures from channel4.com)
#NYMR #SteamTrainDiaries #TrainSpotting #SteamTrains #Traingeek
(All pictures from channel4.com)
I don't remember posting a picture of the Nursery, so here goes. Was there ever a more spoiled child?
#miniatures #dollshouse #dollhouse #nursery #dolls
#miniatures #dollshouse #dollhouse #nursery #dolls
November 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
I don't remember posting a picture of the Nursery, so here goes. Was there ever a more spoiled child?
#miniatures #dollshouse #dollhouse #nursery #dolls
#miniatures #dollshouse #dollhouse #nursery #dolls
@shonamaclean.bsky.social I have read a lot of books this year but I'm pleased to say that "Crucible of Secrets" has gone straight to Number 1 in my Top 10. Sadly that comes with no kudos whatsoever and certainly no financial reward. I just thought you ought to know. 🥂 👍
November 18, 2025 at 5:31 PM
@shonamaclean.bsky.social I have read a lot of books this year but I'm pleased to say that "Crucible of Secrets" has gone straight to Number 1 in my Top 10. Sadly that comes with no kudos whatsoever and certainly no financial reward. I just thought you ought to know. 🥂 👍
What a delight it was to spend so many years as a Primary School #EcoSchools coordinator and, after I retired, a #GreenFlag assessor. I really miss creating displays that encouraged children's participation in practical #EnvironmentalEducation.
November 18, 2025 at 3:16 PM
What a delight it was to spend so many years as a Primary School #EcoSchools coordinator and, after I retired, a #GreenFlag assessor. I really miss creating displays that encouraged children's participation in practical #EnvironmentalEducation.
Just having a tidy up of some old #EcoSchools stuff and came across this little gem from over 10 years ago. Not sure where it originated but the message is more relevant than ever. 🌳🌍👍
#EnvironmentalEducation #trees #nature #conservation #wildlife #ClimateChange
#EnvironmentalEducation #trees #nature #conservation #wildlife #ClimateChange
November 18, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Just having a tidy up of some old #EcoSchools stuff and came across this little gem from over 10 years ago. Not sure where it originated but the message is more relevant than ever. 🌳🌍👍
#EnvironmentalEducation #trees #nature #conservation #wildlife #ClimateChange
#EnvironmentalEducation #trees #nature #conservation #wildlife #ClimateChange