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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 15h

I'd like to think that Jesus hits a homer every time but with this current crop of Republicanned Fundamentafascists I'm starting to think he may have a case of the yips.

Ian D. Ballman

Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 16h

Back in 1796, when Edward Jenner pioneered the art and science of vaccinology through the measured use of cowpox, how could he have foreseen this asshole having any power or influence? I don't suppose he could have. So who can I trust? Maybe the World Health Organization?

Holden Outhope

Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 16h

Reading about how unpopular it is to read books these days makes me feel wistful. I guess I was duped into thinking that reading would always be fundamental.

Juan Chaptermas

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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 16h

I'm enjoying seeing the citizens of Portland Oregon stand up for themselves, vigorously and absurdly, as is oh so appropriate. It's giving me the kind of brain frog that I welcome and need.

Aunt Tifaney

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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 17h

Have you ever loved obsessively? If you've ever created a shrine to an unrequited lover, raise your hand.

Ivan Dunne-Dissabit

Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 17h

Autumn arrived so abruptly this year that I find myself experiencing strange and somewhat melancholy desires.

Leif Peeper

Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 1d

What's the first thing you should do when you check into a hotel room?

Jess Askins

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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 1d

Should you choose to attire yourself in an unconventional fashion, I shall remain unperturbed. I prefer to focus on your dogged determination to offer a bearable lightness of being.

Dane Greatly

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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 1d

Lower your expectations!
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Anticipate More, Later

Postponement is such sweet sorrow

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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 2d

These days I can't tell the women from the climate.

Tor Riddance

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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 2d

If a man has a sharp suit, he's going places.

Luke Smart

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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 2d

I find myself, wondering. At this late date.

Frenchy Denouement

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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 3d

I feel like everywhere I've been today I've seen someone lounging. Like they had completely given up on the idea of accomplishment. Perhaps it's just a reflection on the places I go.

Laine Beck & Donna Karatol

Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 3d

I think I need to be more careful about how I word my internet searches.

N. Cognito-Allrito

Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 3d

"Guernica!"

Pablo P. Casserole

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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 4d

Some people are into shoulder stuff. I'm not really into shoulder stuff. But if that's what they want to do, I don't see how it's any of my business.

Maury Clavicleman

Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 4d

Everybody's got a lot on their mind these days. Everybody's pretty fed up too.

Enoch Z. Nuffman

Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 5d

Singles - sometimes it makes sense and sometimes you wonder what the deal is.

Onma Owens

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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 5d

It's like Grandma Pearl always used to say, "I'd rather have a Bible in front of me than give a gator a frontal lobotomy." Or maybe she said crocodile - it was a long, long time ago.

Nana Pearla Nutjob

Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 6d

When I was a kid I played a lot of Stratego. I think it explains why I've had so much sly power and influence in the world as an adult.

Victor Goady-Spoils

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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 6d

Like you, I love elephants. They are amazing! It's not right that they have been seized by the G.O. Partypoopers as the symbol of their criminal organization. Free the elephant! The GOP can have a rabid skunk. Or better yet, they can have the mosquito. Bite me, GOP!

Noah Snark

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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 6d

The directions just say, "cook that mutha until the cows come home." I wish it indicated what temperature I should use because I'm still a rookie when it comes to cooking with magnets.

Dusty Induction

Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 7d

When you have something that's creepy and scares people, try putting a cute hat on it! Note: a cute hairstyle doesn't do the trick.

Ed Ease

Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 7d

My new goal is to not lose sight of the big picture while at the same time I will pay incredible attention to detail. Reach for the stars or wind up in bars! Or possibly both.

Hiram Mightee

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Mark Trail @marktrail.bsky.social · 7d

I wish I was going to a wedding today. I love a good wedding!

Hope Anne Optimism