Fona

Cleverly disguised as an adult.

SciFi Nerd, Crime fan, Gamer, Runner, Civil servant.

She/Her.

[Fona @fona]

@Ryanair here in Ibiza, at 7pm for the 18.55 departing flight to Dublin, we've been stood on the bus for 15 mins, no aircon. 31degrees. Wtaf?

[Aeternum Dave @aeternumvaledg]

We’re live on Friday at 8PM BST with The Sopherone Saga, my Homebrew Dungeons & Dragons campaign on @PennyDragonG Twitch channel.

Come hang out with us and say hi in chat!

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

During the mid-20th century, cats played an important role on ships as skilled rodent catchers. Sailors realized that having cats aboard helped control the population of rats and mice, which were notorious for damaging supplies and spreading diseases. These ship cats became valued members of the crew and were even given passports to acknowledge their contribution and ensure their safety during international travels.

The passports for ship cats were a unique and lighthearted tradition. While they didn't serve any legal or official purpose, they were created to recognize the cats' role and provide a form of identification. The passports typically consisted of a small booklet with pages that included the cat's name, description, and an area for their paw print.

When it was time to depart or dock in a foreign port, the ship's captain or crew members would present the cat's passport to the authorities as a fun way to document the feline's presence onboard. The cat's paw print, obtained using ink or paint, was added to the designated page, providing a personalized and whimsical touch to the document. This practice not only amused the sailors but also showcased the camaraderie they shared with their feline companions.

While these ship cat passports were not legally recognized, they symbolized the close bond between humans and their feline shipmates. They served as a reminder of the cats' essential role in maintaining a clean and rodent-free ship, thus safeguarding the crew's provisions and health during long sea voyages.

However, as the mid-20th century progressed and maritime practices evolved, the reliance on ship cats diminished with the advent of more effective pest control methods. With the decline in the need for ship cats, the tradition of issuing passports gradually faded away. Nevertheless, the memory of these seafaring felines and their unique passports continues to fascinate and entertain those interested in maritime history and the unique relationships forged between humans and animals at sea.

[Fona @fona]

@omegar24

[Dublin Airport @DublinAirport]

✈️@united is celebrating 25 years flying from Dublin Airport this year.

To mark the occassion we have two return flights to Chicago to giveaway🤩🇺🇸

To be in with a chance to win:

FOLLOW & RT

WINNER ANNOUNCED THURSDAY, MARCH 16

T&Cs: https://t.co/zDSOYgoOAl

Good luck 🤞

[Aeternum Dave @aeternumvaledg]

We’re back with The Violet Madness tonight at 7PM GMT!

[Fona @fona]

@ickle_tayto Agreed

[An Post @Postvox]

We know the impact sending love to someone can make and for that reason we are happy to announce FREE POST or parcel (up to 1kg) to care homes for the rest of 2023! 🎉

A big thank you to our friends at Killure Bridge Nursing Home for celebrating this announcement with us💚

[Aeternum Dave @aeternumvaledg]

Back tonight with the first stream of the year for @PennyDragonG - my own home brew campaign, The Sopherone Saga!

Things are hotting up in the ancient crypt the party are exploring but the closer they get to their goal, the closer they get to the final guardian!

[John Duncan @Johntheduncan]

Howling

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

Some quantum physics

[full story: https://t.co/q7WVM61nWB]

[Donie O'Sullivan @donie]

Here’s the text of the email Musk sent to Twitter staff overnight.

Those who don’t commit to being “extremely hardcore” by 5pm ET today must leave the company. ‼️

Story: https://t.co/expt0d63dH

[Fona @fona]

@CSharpWords Between the tiredness and waking late, then the family stuff that has me out of the house I didn't get to anything :( will have to watch the VoDs after.

Definitely going to have to rethink Sept/Oct 2023 planning to make sure I don't end up in the same boat again

[Fona @fona]

Gutted to not make it to #Octocon2022. Knew it was looking increasingly unlikely but I guess just now I finally accepted it :'(

[Fona @fona]

@AerLingus is online check in offline? Trying to check in for a flight this evening from Schipol but getting error messages

[Fona @fona]

I just backed WayStar - An Epic DnD 5e SciFi Conversion! on @Kickstarter https://t.co/Pc7mERD0SD

[Fona @fona]

@dakotairishIE picked up my birthday gift @DublinComicCon :D gift for me and also for Scales! #thesopheronesaga

[Fona @fona]

Getting my cuddle on with Octo @ the @Octocon table in LiffeyB Hall @ @DublinComicCon :D come for the lollys and tattoo, stay for the chats with our lovely folks!

[Fona @fona]

Proud to be the 1,588th 😎 on @BackerKit for Bergin's Book of Beasts - DnD 5e. Thanks @PennyDragonG https://t.co/bDaofN4wE4

[Fona @fona]

Playing in the next D8 Dungeon Drive 2022 game, Dad's Overboard - a Brindlewood Bay game, starting soon at https://t.co/5klQ7wiwx9. 2 days of games in aid of Planned Parenthood. Donations welcome here - https://t.co/aoQWJG3lxp

[D8 Dungeon @D8Dungeon]

Good morning Starshines! 🌟 Who’s ready for another day of charitable #TTRPG shenanigans?🙌🏼

We’ve got more fantastic adventures for Day 2 of #D8DungeonDrive than you can shake a stick at! 🪄

The magic commences at 12PM Irish Time over on #Twitch! 👾

https://t.co/O6tNNRXOUK 💚