Moving Forward / Moving Backwards

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Folarin Balogun available for USMNT vs. Belgium as red card ban suspended

Balogun was set to be suspended for Monday's game at Lumen Field in Seattle but is now free to be selected.

So many thoughts about this. I can’t really say or think it matters at this point if the red card was deserved. I genuinely feel for the real football fans in the US, for the players in the national team, and for Pochettino, who seems like a good person. After this, everything they achieve at this World Cup will be stained. And Trump praising the decision when Balogun represents everything he hates and has done against migrants. 😳🫠

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We are all Cape Verde!

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i just want you to love something the way i love the world cup.

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Amen John Green!

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USA against Australia! Core memories built today.

Funny to see people booing RFK jr. lol

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Watched Uzbekistan vs Colombia! Love the World Cup just for how it brings people together!

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Ready to watch The Netherlands!

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I love watching and playing sports and I love jumping in and learning about sports I usually don’t pay attention to like basketball. Watching the NBA finals has been amazing! Have learned so much in 5 days hehe. And now the World Cup is starting! I’m a little bit upset about world cup related stuff but I still love watching futbol and rooting for these countries. Love the energy and the enthusiasm of the fans and love to join them in their excitement!

So much love in this short post, hehe

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Guatemala is an amazing country to visit. Great people, nice food, and lots of things to do. Good to get out of the bubble and see more of the world!

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Huzzah! Victor Orban is out! Thank you, Hungary!

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Best song in the album! Can’t get enough of it.

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Finished two weeks of jury duty a few days ago. First time doing the whole process. Many people gave me tips on how to avoid being selected. I have to say, this was a great experience and I’m was glad and proud of doing it. The group of juros was so committed and respectful, which gave me hope given everything going on in this world. It was an emotionally hard case. Regardless, we did all that we could to fulfill our duty. However, the most unexpected thing happened at the end, when the judge came to our room to give us our certificates and thanked us for our work. He was truly thankful and really opened to answering all our questions. In addition, the two attorneys also stayed after the trial was over and also answered our many questions. We had so many, about the evidence, the process, the people involved. For example, did you know that 911 calls are now only saved for 90 days? Anyway l know our justice system has many flaws, and I’m sure my experience is not the same for others. However, if you can, be a juror at least once. You might be positively surprised by the experience.

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I’m on my 4th listen of HSs’ new album. Love the vibe. So far these are my favorites:

- The Waiting Game

- Carla’s Song

- Coming Up Roses

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I grew up playing hopscotch here. I wonder if any kids still play it.

Love the sky’s color today!

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Perfect half time!

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It’s been a month of playing this song in repeat. Can’t get enough of it. Who am I??

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Wishing you all health, rest, and a life full of strength and joy!

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Being so far away from your family and close traditions is really tough during the holiday season. Because we were doing some house repairs we had to wait until today to start putting out our Christmas decorations. We decided to listen to Celia Cruz while doing this. Loved doing this and remembering when we got every tree ornament. I understand those that fall into despair for many reasons this time of the year. Today I felt the urge to act differently so I got my hair done, opened a bottle of wine, ordered take out, listened to uplifting music, and decorated the house. Tomorrow I may feel differently, but today I decided to act how I want to feel.