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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · 3d ago

1800 BST: here I sit, wondering how to amuse myself in the aching void until I can go to bed.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · 6d ago

Replying to @Erased_Citizen@cupoftea.social

@Erased_Citizen@cupoftea.social Oh, I didn’t realise they were built to the UK loading gauge. Now I think of it, it makes perfect sense.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · 6d ago

Replying to @Erased_Citizen@cupoftea.social

@Erased_Citizen@cupoftea.social It is a beast. Is it proper 1/76 scale? If so, that would be a rare example of a “foreign” loco in the UK standard scale.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · 6d ago

Replying to @suearcher@toot.wales

@suearcher@toot.wales There’s an agricultural rally thing near me in September which I’ve made plans to visit. I need to find out when big rallies are happening round here. I missed a biggie a couple of weeks ago.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · 6d ago

Replying to @suearcher@toot.wales

@suearcher@toot.wales I’d like to see lots of photos of highly polished engines. No pressure. 😉 Have a lovely day.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Aug 06, 2026

Replying to on mastodon.me.uk

Allowing for a lunch break, I’m done. Three pairs of gangways done. There was swearing. There has to be some paint next. There’ll be no excuse for avoiding actually putting these models together now. First job for tomorrow.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Aug 04, 2026

This is what I had been looking for. Well, it's one of six photos taken of me not long after my egg cracked. Would you just look at this brazen hussy, which her cheeky grin and bare legs! 😳

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 31, 2026

Morning world. Whoosh! Here it is Friday again.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 30, 2026

Replying to @Erased_Citizen@cupoftea.social

@Erased_Citizen@cupoftea.social Once the brass bits go on it comes to life. It won’t be long before I’m glueing the flatpacks together.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 30, 2026

Replying to @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk

I’m done for the day. Two of the three coaches now have their door paraphernalia fitted. Getting there, bit by bit.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 30, 2026

Replying to @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk

Just two of the 12 handrails.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 30, 2026

Replying to @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk

It doesn’t seem like two hours, and I don’t seem to have much to show for it. Fiddly handrails, bent to shape to fit holes already defined. Not much wastage, and no paint damage. I suppose that’s a win. Next? Door furniture. That’s going to take ages.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 30, 2026

Day Job journal, part oh I’ve lost count now… After a couple of really productive days at the bench, I’m finding it hard to get properly started today. I know what I need to do, so I just need to kick myself up the backside and get started. Let’s choose a decent playlist and see if that helps. I hope I don’t pull a muscle trying to kick myself up the backside. 🤣

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 27, 2026

Replying to @purplepadma@beige.party

Cat ec Hover or focus to reveal Sensitive

@purplepadma@beige.party Not really helpful, Helping Cat.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 27, 2026

It’s not going to get easier, is it. I’ve reached an age where famous people I grew up with are dying. It feels like little glimmers of my past are winking out, one by one.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 23, 2026

Blech. Felt really tired, so I went for a nap. Something woke me, and now if feel even worse. 🤔

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 22, 2026

Replying to @sundogplanets@mastodon.social

@sundogplanets@mastodon.social You could use Ford Transit. That’s a typical panel van, and used by every builder and trade out there. It’s about the size of the F150, I think.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 22, 2026

Replying to @Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social

@Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social Thanks! 😊 Wounds are superficial, perhaps a bruise or two tomorrow. He has admitted he's much more unstable now. Hopefully his family can work out something to help round the house and garden. I’ve said he should always carry a phone with him so at least he can summon help if needed.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 22, 2026

Replying to @IsabelB@mastodon.ie

@IsabelB@mastodon.ie @Natasha_Jay@tech.lgbt Plus one from me!

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 22, 2026

I heard a cry, and saw my elderly neighbour on his back in his front garden. He'd stumbled and fallen against the concrete path. A nasty graze on his elbow, and a couple of dings on his face. No signs of concussion, so it don’t think he landed too heavily. I helped him up and into his house. I helped him clean up as best we could, basic dressing on the elbow to keep it clean. His daughter's on her way over. It’s all excitement round here.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 22, 2026

Replying to @Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social

@Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social *wags finger* Be careful of that burnout.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 21, 2026

Replying to @Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social

@Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social @Janet_52square@sunny.garden Indeed. Your last holiday didn’t turn out quite as one might have hoped, sadly.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 21, 2026

Replying to @Janet_52square@sunny.garden

@Janet_52square@sunny.garden @Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social I agree with Janet. Find some time to rest.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 20, 2026

Replying to @Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social

@Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social Have a safe journey!

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 20, 2026

Morning world. Here's another Monday to annoy us. I'm getting a hair cut later. I really know how to live life to the max.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 19, 2026

Morning world. Unsurprisingly, I’m feeling a little fragile this morning. That’ll learn me! Still, it was a very pleasant afternoon and evening.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 18, 2026

Replying to @Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social

@Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social Indeed. My wardrobe has been in need of a major refresh for a while. I just wasn’t expecting to refresh it with more expensive brands! But as you say, it’s only money. 😎😇

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 18, 2026

Replying to @Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social

@Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social I hope it continues that way. I’m happy the monthly coffee morning seems to be a hit. I’m really happy with my new Surrogate Big Sister (though she's proving to be a somewhat bad influence on me and my bank account! 😼). All in all, this makes me happier with my lot.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 18, 2026

Morning world. How about a fresh start? I’ll give it a go. Meanwhile, I seem to be developing a social life again. What fun.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 17, 2026

I can’t remember the last time I walked so far. I chose not to wear my sensible smart shoes, so I have a couple of toes that are now complaining. I also can’t remember the last time spent quite so much on clothes in one hit! I’ll have to be careful next time my surrogate sister suggests we go shopping!

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 15, 2026

Replying to @Erased_Citizen@cupoftea.social

@Erased_Citizen@cupoftea.social A healthy breakfast to set you up for the day. Or a coronary. Probably the former.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 14, 2026

Replying to @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk

I’ve plenty of the material left, but it's all the measuring and cutting that’s just so tedious. I’ll come back after lunch.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 14, 2026

Time to walk away from the bench for a bit. I’ve just cut 16 panels of clear material to glaze part of a model coach - and they’re all the wrong size. Ack.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 13, 2026

Replying to @Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social

@Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social Morning. Here’s a 🥄 to help with that dreaded #adulting.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 12, 2026

I’m for bed. Thanks for being good company this Sunday evening. Back to the grindstone tomorrow. *waves*

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 12, 2026

Replying to @garius@mastodon.me.uk

@garius@mastodon.me.uk ❤️

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 11, 2026

Replying to @Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social

re: CW eye contact Hover or focus to reveal Sensitive

@Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social 😂

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 11, 2026

Replying to @Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social

re: CW eye contact Hover or focus to reveal Sensitive

@Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social I’m not a fan of lipstick, frankly. Next time I’m out I’ll see if I can find something closer to my natural colour. 💋

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 11, 2026

CW eye contact Hover or focus to reveal Sensitive

I gave up wearing makeup back in the 1990s. I just didn’t feel the need for it. Just lately, a couple of friends have suggested I should try it again. So, I’ve been playing with makeup like a pre-teen girl, and I kinda like the way it looks - though the lippy is a bit too pink. What do you think?

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 11, 2026

Had a nice chat with my neighbour, over a cup of tea. She's now in on My Secret. I felt I needed her to know I am trans, because she was saying some things that were erroneous. Anyway, she is an ally, despite that. And, while I don’t mind if it slips out, My Secret will not spread. Some days, it’s nice to have the reassurance of "Oh, if you hadn’t said I’d never would have known". ☺️

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 09, 2026

Replying to @Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social

@Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social It’ll be a while yet. My Roomster might be 18 years old but it still works! An EV would be ideal for the sort of local trips I do, with occasional longer journeys. Used prices are coming down, too. I’ll keep an open mind.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jul 09, 2026

Replying to @Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social

@Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social I’d quite like an EV, but experiences like this are somewhat off-putting. Central government really needs to take this situation in hand and make it safe and reliable. (I know. I wouldn’t trust the government to do that either!) I suspect a hybrid might be my next personal transport.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jun 30, 2026

Replying to @Erased_Citizen@cupoftea.social

@Erased_Citizen@cupoftea.social Eep. Could it just be wax build-up? My optician keeps suggesting I could have my lugholes cleaned out. I don’t think I need it, but it might be worth considering in your case.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jun 28, 2026

Replying to @atfarnum@dragonscave.space

@atfarnum@dragonscave.space You could consider using a smartphone camera. You may need a way to hold photos flat, and perhaps rig up a simple support for the phone. The resolution of the images would be plenty for what you should need.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · Jun 27, 2026

Replying to @Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social

@Maker_of_Things@cupoftea.social I hope it’s a successful trip, and the weather is kind. 🙂

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · May 24, 2026

Replying to @scribblanitea@cupoftea.social

@scribblanitea@cupoftea.social I dislike the heat, though "dry" heat is bearable. Humidity is the killer. I am, therefore, staying indoors, snuggling up to my air source heat pump running as an air conditioner.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · May 08, 2026

Replying to @Troggie@beige.party

@Troggie@beige.party It took a while, but I got there eventually. Aww.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · May 05, 2026

Replying to @MamaLake@beige.party

@MamaLake Now I am alone, I like to read books aloud to myself. I find it slows my reading pace so I’m not tempted to skip dull passages of text.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · May 03, 2026

Replying to @daycoder@toot.wales

@daycoder@toot.wales @asphodelia@mastodon.me.uk @gavin57@toot.wales @Hairydalek@mastodon.social I also find filters work well. I have quite a few setup that helps my feed stay politics free unless I choose to look.

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Heather Kavanagh @snaptophobic@mastodon.me.uk · May 03, 2026

Replying to @asphodelia@mastodon.me.uk

@asphodelia@mastodon.me.uk I know!

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