User talk:Dr. Blofeld

Hello to everybody, sorry if I forgot anybody, thanks for all of your contributions to Wikipedia! Wishing you a Very Merry Christmas and here's to a happy and productive 2024! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 20:35, 18 December 2023 (UTC)

December music

December songs

story · music

Today's story is about Maria Callas, on her centenary. - Aaron Copland died OTD, and Jerome Kohl (mentioned in November) said something wise on Copland's talk. -- Gerda Arendt (talk) 16:29, 2 December 2023 (UTC)

Was my mother's father's 100th on August 27, though he died in 1997!

What is the general perception of Elon Musk in Germany Gerda? Is he seen as a Trump-like figure who says things which wind people up? The AI and Neurolink stuff is very interesting and is clearly going to be huge, but I dread to think what it'll be capable of eventually! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 13:55, 3 December 2023 (UTC)

No idea, - I'm just a simple church choir singer ;) - I like the pic in my story today that I took in April 2022, of a building about which we wrote together, and where I'll listen to Voces8 tonight. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 08:48, 6 December 2023 (UTC)

I listened and it was great, especially the extremely soft parts. Only it was at Ringkirche, - my mistake. Pic and program tomorrow. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 23:57, 6 December 2023 (UTC)

That's nice. Looks very Kensington and Chelsea that photograph of them. ♦ Dr. Blofeld 10:19, 7 December 2023 (UTC)

Has it been super dark where you are today? It's 2:50 pm here and the darkest I can ever remember it in daytime! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 14:58, 7 December 2023 (UTC)

No, actually it was extra bright from 11 to about 2pm, then fog crept in, which had been all around all day. Pic to be uploaded later, - I try to keep them coming in chronological order, with concerts the exception. Voces8 performed the encore on the pic, - I won't take pics during the real concert. They asked us not applaud in what they called sets (of 2 or once 3) and praised us for being obedient ;) - They took turns announcing the next pieces which didn't follow the printed program exactly. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 15:36, 7 December 2023 (UTC)

I just wondered if it was something to do with the apparent hole in the sun at the moment! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 17:19, 7 December 2023 (UTC)

Today, I managed to get the pics to snow (on 28 Nov), and heard a lovely concert, after listening to a miracle of meditative dreaming on 6 December (or just click on music). --Gerda Arendt (talk) 21:56, 8 December 2023 (UTC)

... and today, to Paris (29 Nov) with a visit to the Palais Garnier, - to match the story of Medea Amiranashvili, - don't miss listening to her expressive voice. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 19:53, 9 December 2023 (UTC)

My story today is about Michael Robinson, - it's an honour to have known him. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 14:52, 13 December 2023 (UTC)

At least he's not a recent death too! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 11:19, 14 December 2023 (UTC)

I would do a lot more article translations if the referencing wasn't so poor on German Wikipedia. It takes ten times the time to chase up references than it does to actually write it! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 12:55, 15 December 2023 (UTC)

Ingrid Steeger is a topic I will not have time for until 28 December. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 09:08, 24 December 2023 (UTC)

Today, I have a special story to tell, of the works of a musician born 300 years ago. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 08:52, 22 December 2023 (UTC)

today my Christmas card No. 1 --Gerda Arendt (talk) 09:08, 24 December 2023 (UTC)

Prost Gerda Arendt, Schöne Feiertage! Habt ein wunderschönes Weihnachtsfest! Alles gute zum neuen Jahr! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 10:56, 24 December 2023 (UTC)

Nomination of Alisa – Folge deinem Herzen for deletion

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Terasail^[✉️] 01:00, 3 December 2023 (UTC)

Happy Holidays

Peace is a state of balance and understanding in yourself and between others, where respect is gained by the acceptance of differences, tolerance persists, conflicts are resolved through dialog, people's rights are respected and their voices are heard, and everyone is at their highest point of serenity without social tension. Happy Holidays to you and yours. The editor retention project was created back in July of 2012 and is still considered active. The lights are on and the rent is paid for the foreseeable future. Stop by for a chat. Start a thread. Nominate a fellow editor to be Editor of the Week. It's still a good idea. ―Buster7 ☎

Thanks Buster7! Indeed, a very worthy cause, though I generally see much less aggression and hostility between editors these days compared to the old days.♦ Dr. Blofeld 10:18, 7 December 2023 (UTC)

Yes. Agreed. The disquieting times of the past seem to have abated. Clovermosses project had me looking into my talk pages history. Not a pleasent trip. Met great editors but also some scallywags. WikiWorld is much calmer now. Buster7 (talk) 01:47, 8 December 2023 (UTC)

Proposed deletion of Basic Education High School No. 1 Kyaukse

The article Basic Education High School No. 1 Kyaukse has been proposed for deletion because of the following concern:

As far as I can tell Burmese article is not sourced. Article has been tagged as unsourced for over a decade - I did a Google search and the subject does not seem to be notable.

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Please consider improving the page to address the issues raised. Removing {{proposed deletion/dated}} will stop the proposed deletion process, but other deletion processes exist. In particular, the speedy deletion process can result in deletion without discussion, and articles for deletion allows discussion to reach consensus for deletion. Chidgk1 (talk) 14:59, 11 December 2023 (UTC)

Nomination of Črnuče Bridge for deletion

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Chidgk1 (talk) 16:45, 15 December 2023 (UTC)

Invitation

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Merry Christmas!

	A very happy Christmas and New Year to you!
	Have a great Christmas, and may 2024 bring you joy, happiness – and no trolls, vandals or visits from Krampus! Cheers SchroCat (talk) 09:28, 18 December 2023 (UTC)

Cheers Schro, I appreciate it, great to have you back on here this year! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 11:20, 18 December 2023 (UTC)

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas everybody!!!

"And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold,

I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord."

Luke 2:10-11 (King James Version)

~~~ is wishing you a Merry Christmas.

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Spread the cheer by adding {{Subst:Xmas4}} to their talk page with a friendly message.

Thank you for the Christmas message, I thought I'd return the kind gesture. The C of E God Save the King! (talk) 20:31, 18 December 2023 (UTC)

Cheers C of E! Glad you're still around!! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 20:36, 18 December 2023 (UTC)

Yep! Still around, been doing some work at ITN but hoping to come back sometime. The C of E God Save the King! (talk) 21:56, 18 December 2023 (UTC)

Merry Christmas to you too

Back at ya! -- llywrch (talk) 20:49, 18 December 2023 (UTC)

Cheers Llywrch! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 10:42, 19 December 2023 (UTC)

Happy Christmas

Nadolig Llawen a Blwyddyn Newydd Dda.
Happy Christmas and Best wishes for a peaceful 2024. "Csordapásztorok"
Ring-a-ling-a-ling-a-ding-dong-ding! Martinevans123 (talk) 18:52, 18 December 2023 (UTC)

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Thanks Martin! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 10:43, 19 December 2023 (UTC)

Hello Dr. Blofeld: Enjoy the holiday season and winter solstice if it's occurring in your area of the world, and thanks for your work to maintain, improve and expand Wikipedia. Cheers, MrLinkinPark333 (talk) 01:32, 19 December 2023 (UTC)

Spread the WikiLove; use {{subst:Season's Greetings}} to send this message

MrLinkinPark333 (talk) 01:32, 19 December 2023 (UTC)

Gracias Mr Linkin Park! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 10:44, 19 December 2023 (UTC)

Season's Greetings

		Season's Greetings
		Wishing everybody a Happy Holiday Season, and all best wishes for the New Year! The Nativity scene on the Pulpit in the Pisa Baptistery by Nicola Pisano is my Wiki-Christmas card to all for this year. Johnbod (talk) 02:59, 24 December 2023 (UTC)

Thanks John! Have a good one! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 08:33, 24 December 2023 (UTC)

Christmas greetings

Maria Gloriosa

May the bells of Christmas ring for freedom!

May peace be upon us.

And have a happy and prosperous New Year. 7&6=thirteen (☎) 18:42, 24 December 2023 (UTC)

Cheers! Your name was one of the first I looked for when I sent out cards but I couldn't find you, I think I searched 7+6 though! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 20:08, 24 December 2023 (UTC)

I think I am genetically predisposed (DNA, at least half) to appreciate this music. Best to you. 7&6=thirteen (☎) 21:15, 24 December 2023 (UTC)

Why, is your dad Sonny Rollins or something? ♦ Dr. Blofeld 07:38, 25 December 2023 (UTC)

Seasonal greetings!!

Merry Christmas and a Prosperous 2024!

Hello Dr. Blofeld, may you be surrounded by peace, success and happiness on this seasonal occasion. Spread the WikiLove by wishing another user a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past, a good friend, or just some random person. Sending you heartfelt and warm greetings for Christmas and New Year 2024. Happy editing, The Herald (Benison) (talk) 05:28, 25 December 2023 (UTC) Spread the love by adding {{subst:Seasonal Greetings}} to other user talk pages.

The Herald (Benison) (talk) 05:28, 25 December 2023 (UTC)

Thank you! Have a great day! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 07:37, 25 December 2023 (UTC)

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas, Dr. Blofeld, with best wishes for good health, happiness and further successes! I take the opportunity to thank you for your congratulations. Hopefully, we will see a more productive 2024 on Bulgaria-related articles. Best regards, --Gligan1 (talk) 17:58, 25 December 2023 (UTC)

Благодаря ти! България е красива страна и трябва още много работа! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 19:32, 25 December 2023 (UTC)

Merry Christmas!

~~~ Merry Christmas! ~~~
Joyeux Noël! ~ Buon Natale! ~ Vrolijk Kerstfeest! ~ Frohe Weihnachten!
¡Feliz Navidad! ~ Feliz Natal! ~ Καλά Χριστούγεννα! ~ Hyvää Joulua!
God Jul! ~ Glædelig Jul! ~ Linksmų Kalėdų! ~ Priecīgus Ziemassvētkus!
Häid Jõule! ~ Wesołych Świąt! ~ Boldog Karácsonyt! ~ Veselé Vánoce!
Veselé Vianoce! ~ Crăciun Fericit! ~ Sretan Božić! ~ С Рождеством!
শুভ বড়দিন! ~ 圣诞节快乐！~ メリークリスマス！~ 메리 크리스마스!
สุขสันต์วันคริสต์มาส! ~ Selamat Hari Natal! ~ Giáng sinh an lành!
Весела Коледа! ~ Meri Kirihimete!

Hello, Dr. Blofeld! Thank you for your work to maintain and improve Wikipedia! Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
CAPTAIN RAJU^(T) 19:53, 26 December 2023 (UTC)

Cheers Captain! You too, thanks for all your positivity towards other editors here and care you show for birthdays, it makes a big difference!! ♦ Dr. Blofeld 20:36, 26 December 2023 (UTC)

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CAPTAIN RAJU^(T) 19:53, 26 December 2023 (UTC)

Hello Dr. Blofeld,

I appreciate your contributions to the discussion about the infobox image for Clint Eastwood's Wikipedia page. However, I'd like to express concern regarding the consistency of the argument and the tone of your recent comment. Do you work for The Wikimedia Foundation, Inc.? I am curious.

You mentioned that "we" tend to use more recent photos for living individuals, which is a valid point. However, the current image in the infobox is more than 10 years old, which is not particularly recent either. This seems to contradict the argument for using a more current image. Additionally, there are more recent images of Clint Eastwood available on Wikimedia Commons. It's unclear why these options are being dismissed out of hand or my opinion is being summarily dismissed as it is.

Moreover, the phrase "A waste of time" in your comment could be perceived as dismissive and not aligned with the collaborative spirit and respect encouraged by Wikipedia. The [Civility Policy](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Civility) of Wikipedia underscores the importance of maintaining a polite and welcoming environment. It states, "Editors should always treat each other with consideration and respect," and this is essential for a healthy and constructive discussion.

I believe it's important for all of us to consider the consistency of our arguments and to engage in a discussion that is both respectful and constructive, adhering to Wikipedia's guidelines. I look forward to a continued dialogue where all perspectives are valued and considered with the shared goal of representing the subject of the article in the best way possible.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Best regards, Sleeplessmason (talk) 20:48, 29 December 2023 (UTC)