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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 5h

Sigh. @seashmore.bsky.social

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Buc-ee's is not America's top convenience store; Midwest chain takes No. 1 spot

Kwik Trip has emerged as the top convenience store chain in the U.S., according to the 2025 American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) rankings.

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 1d

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The Matrix 2025 Pt 3 – Alarmingly Bad

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 3d

I'm no fan of Minnesota, but they're playing Huntrix's Golden in the stadium, and I respect it.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yebN...

“Golden” Official Lyric Video | KPop Demon Hunters | Sony Animation

YouTube video by Sony Pictures Animation

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 3d

He's obligated to name all descendants the same until there's at least an Atticus Sappington IV.

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 3d

An early date between Lisa and I, but it may have been after we were married, was seeing Sarah McLachlan. Loeb was the opener. So good.

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 3d

A Gal’l-lay-you-low.

Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 3d

More time for that if you have hammer, too.

Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 3d

Lots of people need this reminder

Eric @newhouse.bsky.social · 4d

KC gets it. 🥌

Between ends, don't bother to put all the stones in perfect order.
That can wait until the game is over. Between ends, just get them
moved out of the way and keep the game going.

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 4d

Didn’t watch a single movie this week! I was, in fairness, on vacation most of the week.

Letterboxd @letterboxd.social · 4d

Happy #LetterboxdFriday! Time to post your #LastFourWatched 🍿

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 4d

a man is asking how high did you get on skymed

ALT: a man is asking how high did you get on skymed

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 5d

Fuck. I'm going to have to go see this, and it's going to break me.

Letterboxd @letterboxd.social · 5d

Watch the official trailer for Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal ✨

In theaters November 27 via @focusfeatures.bsky.social

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The Onion @theonion.com · 5d

Bored National Guard Goes Door To Door Asking If Chicagoans Have Any Order They Need Restored https://theonion.com/bored-national-guard-goes-door-to-door-asking-if-chicagoans-have-any-order-they-need-restored/

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 5d

Also, there’s a wonderful Slow Horses prequel called The Secret Hours, plus a couple short stories.

Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 5d

Uh oh…

Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 5d

Assuming that should be WDW. That’s a known value. I’ve done that research previously and extensively.

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 5d

I’ve never bought anything for $700 without doing several days research.

Lux "Nightmare" Alptraum @luxalptraum.com · 6d

TFW you paid $1400 to see Beckett’s most famous work without knowing anything about it

One Star Review of Waiting for Godot on Broadway
I recently attended Waiting for Godot on Broadway and spent over $1,400 for two Row C seats (103 and 104). I'm a longtime admirer of Broadway productions and even hold a season pass for Shea's Performing Arts Theatre, so I came in with genuine enthusiasm and high expectations. Unfortunately, this show was unlike anything ! have ever experienced —and not in a good way.
What I encountered was not the artistry, music, or emotional storytelling I usually associate with Broadway, but instead what felt like an endless cycle of nonsensical conversation between characters who seemed trapped in their own madness. I tried-truly tried-to find meaning, symbolism, or even a thread of emotional resonance. I stayed through the first half hoping the second would offer clarity. But by intermission, it was clear: this was a waste of both time and money.
Keanu Reeves is an actor I respect greatly, but I cannot fathom why he would agree to participate in such a disjointed, inaccessible production. His talent was lost in a performance that defied reason rather than provoked insight.
To anyone considering attending: unless you are drawn to highly abstract, nearly incomprehensible theater, I strongly caution you against this show. For the average, educated, thoughtful theatergoer, it is far more frustrating than fulfilling. In my opinion, this was the single most disappointing Broadway experience I've ever had - an unfortunate waste of money and, more importantly, of time.

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 5d

The air in the oven convects to fry the food.

You’re welcome.

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 5d

Jamie…the purple dragon was imagined…

He’s not real…

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 6d

My mom is part of this group. She’s not in the video. She’s a little further up the street.

Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 8d

We know your real answer

a red white and blue flag with a cross on it is flying in the wind

ALT: a red white and blue flag with a cross on it is flying in the wind

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 10d

And they’re spectacular

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 11d

Only 3 new this week. Two were pretty good and one was…not. #LetterboxdFriday #lastfourwatched

Play Dirty, Blade, Dr. Who & the Daleks, The Outrun

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 12d

I know that soft couch back pain. I hope it loosens up for you. Good curling!

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Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 12d

Every time.

Matthew @mtruesdell.com · 13d

You’re a Royals fan, now.

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