Tommy McLaughlin
@tmclaughlin79.bsky.social
President of the Bay State Soccer League. Expect lower league soccer, cats, and occasional snark.
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Idiom Origin
“pull yourself up by your bootstraps”
This was originally *sarcasm* & meant to convey that the act was impossible.
A boot strap is a loop used to help put your boot on.
This 1921 cartoon from the “Nonpartisan Leader” showcases that you can’t pull upward on your boots to levitate.
“pull yourself up by your bootstraps”
This was originally *sarcasm* & meant to convey that the act was impossible.
A boot strap is a loop used to help put your boot on.
This 1921 cartoon from the “Nonpartisan Leader” showcases that you can’t pull upward on your boots to levitate.
January 20, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Idiom Origin
“pull yourself up by your bootstraps”
This was originally *sarcasm* & meant to convey that the act was impossible.
A boot strap is a loop used to help put your boot on.
This 1921 cartoon from the “Nonpartisan Leader” showcases that you can’t pull upward on your boots to levitate.
“pull yourself up by your bootstraps”
This was originally *sarcasm* & meant to convey that the act was impossible.
A boot strap is a loop used to help put your boot on.
This 1921 cartoon from the “Nonpartisan Leader” showcases that you can’t pull upward on your boots to levitate.
Yup. This right here.
November 10, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Yup. This right here.
@schumer.senate.gov you fucking pantywaist. The Republicans don’t keep their promises. Haven’t you learned anything?
November 9, 2025 at 9:17 PM
@schumer.senate.gov you fucking pantywaist. The Republicans don’t keep their promises. Haven’t you learned anything?
Guess it’s good the Red Sox didn’t make a move for him.
Also, sports betting has gone completely wrong in the US.
Also, sports betting has gone completely wrong in the US.
NEWS: Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have been indicted on a host of charges tied to allegedly rigging pitches thrown during MLB games, according to a indictment unsealed Sunday.
More details: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
More details: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
November 9, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Guess it’s good the Red Sox didn’t make a move for him.
Also, sports betting has gone completely wrong in the US.
Also, sports betting has gone completely wrong in the US.
November 9, 2025 at 3:24 AM
This is a Koké Vegas appreciation post.
November 9, 2025 at 2:01 AM
This is a Koké Vegas appreciation post.
Cornholio Dikwa with an empty netter!
November 9, 2025 at 2:01 AM
Cornholio Dikwa with an empty netter!
I wasn’t sure Fuson got it in a good spot. Thankfully Dikwa proved me wrong. #AnchorsUp
November 9, 2025 at 1:51 AM
I wasn’t sure Fuson got it in a good spot. Thankfully Dikwa proved me wrong. #AnchorsUp
Who am I going for tonight in the #USLC?
#DCFC and #RIFC because I have season tickets in Pawtucket and already opted in for playoff tickets.
#NMU because New Mexico deserves something.
#PHXRising on a coin flip.
#DCFC and #RIFC because I have season tickets in Pawtucket and already opted in for playoff tickets.
#NMU because New Mexico deserves something.
#PHXRising on a coin flip.
November 8, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Who am I going for tonight in the #USLC?
#DCFC and #RIFC because I have season tickets in Pawtucket and already opted in for playoff tickets.
#NMU because New Mexico deserves something.
#PHXRising on a coin flip.
#DCFC and #RIFC because I have season tickets in Pawtucket and already opted in for playoff tickets.
#NMU because New Mexico deserves something.
#PHXRising on a coin flip.
To my friends in #soccersky wondering how low the bar is to get zero stars, United Passions received one star.
www.theguardian.com/film/2015/ju...
www.theguardian.com/film/2015/ju...
November 5, 2025 at 4:59 PM
To my friends in #soccersky wondering how low the bar is to get zero stars, United Passions received one star.
www.theguardian.com/film/2015/ju...
www.theguardian.com/film/2015/ju...
Hopefully they make a big one to put on the Eusebio statue at Lusitano Stadium.
Portugal released these "Pantera Negra" kits, honoring Eusebio on the 60th anniversary of his 1965 Ballon d'Or victory 🇵🇹🔥
Only 1,965 authentic versions were made, and the men's team will wear the shirt in their Nov. 16 match against Armenia.
Only 1,965 authentic versions were made, and the men's team will wear the shirt in their Nov. 16 match against Armenia.
November 4, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Hopefully they make a big one to put on the Eusebio statue at Lusitano Stadium.
OK who left Dick unplugged overnight?
November 4, 2025 at 1:38 PM
OK who left Dick unplugged overnight?
ANCHORS UP MOTHERFUCKERS!!!!
November 2, 2025 at 9:59 PM
ANCHORS UP MOTHERFUCKERS!!!!
I fucking HATE penalties!
November 2, 2025 at 9:47 PM
I fucking HATE penalties!
@phat7deuce.bsky.social was this your idea?
Looking like a true, Massive Club. #COYR @asromaoficial.bsky.social
November 2, 2025 at 6:29 PM
@phat7deuce.bsky.social was this your idea?
If you’re a Dodgers fan you’re absolutely elated. If you’re a Blue Jays fan, well, I’m sorry.
November 2, 2025 at 4:20 AM
If you’re a Dodgers fan you’re absolutely elated. If you’re a Blue Jays fan, well, I’m sorry.
One lousy thing about the clocks going back is that my cat doesn’t understand the concept.
November 2, 2025 at 2:46 AM
One lousy thing about the clocks going back is that my cat doesn’t understand the concept.
HELL YES!!!!
#USOC2026 QR3: Final. Brockton FC United 0:1 CD Faialense
With the only goal of the game being scored in the final minutes of extra time, CD Faialense snatched the win and advances to the final round of Open Cup qualifying.
With the only goal of the game being scored in the final minutes of extra time, CD Faialense snatched the win and advances to the final round of Open Cup qualifying.
November 2, 2025 at 12:40 AM
HELL YES!!!!
BIRTHDAY HOCKEY IS BEST HOCKEY!!!! LET’S GO P-BRUINS!
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November 1, 2025 at 10:32 PM
BIRTHDAY HOCKEY IS BEST HOCKEY!!!! LET’S GO P-BRUINS!
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