Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
The QR-Code to login via phone is a huge game changer. Viel GlΓΌck my friend
Cleveland native now living in Bremen, Germany. I used to swim and run. I still do, I used to too
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The QR-Code to login via phone is a huge game changer. Viel GlΓΌck my friend
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Sometimes my wife is worried about me keeping secrets from her. The secrets I keep are like last night when I found a big ol' spider in the laundry room and quickly moved it outside without telling her.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Hey, when we were at Hollywood Studios some guy let us go in front of him. I then noticed the 45-47 hat - is it woke to get out of line for the Slinky Dog Dash?
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Oh man, how did I miss this? The algorithm needs some tinkering. Anyway, I'll put this together with no rhyme or reason. If I put my head together on this, I'd be analyzing songs till October. #REMtop30 Day 1 #30 Saturn Return youtu.be/9c4jY04ODdM?...
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
I saw the original article and holy cow folks. I was fortunate to grow up in a city where we could walk to school. I'm happy to raise my kids where they can walk, ride their bikes, or take public transit to school.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Yup bsky.app/profile/mark...
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
I did do a Wikipedia deep dive on Blue during my lunch
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
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Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Purple wasn't too bad today and blue was the last four available - though I had a feeling they belonged together, I just didn't know why.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Sometimes I get Purple first by process of elimination. Today, I actually figured it out. Connections Puzzle #814 πͺπͺπͺπͺ π¦π¦π¦π¦ π©π©π©π© π¨π¨π¨π¨
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
September arrives Suddenly leaves strewn the floor Summer holding on #MorningHaiku
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
This is really horrifying. My daughter is 10 and I can't even imagine. I hope this girl gets the love and support she needs.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
This is my favorite Bond movie
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Funny, I've never had one. I think in some places that's called a Walking Taco, but there could be minute variations
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Chasing Purple Connections Puzzle #813 πͺπͺπ©πͺ πͺπͺπ©πͺ πͺπͺπͺπ© πͺπͺπ©πͺ
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Hey, that's fantastic! Congratulations
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Reposting this as I put this out yesterday before the stories of Ten Hag's possible (now confirmed) dismissal #Werder
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
I know a certain now-former manager who may not be recovered from Saturday
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Semester begins 23rd year on campus Nearly half my life #MorningHaiku #Late
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
My buddy had one in Chicago once. Similar to its cousin, Rochester'd Garbage Plate, these inspire me at European buffets where I try to put as much stuff as I can for a single breakfast dish. I have gotten looks
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Nice! You may have inspired me. Related: I'm smoking a brisket next weem
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Everything π It has crossed my mind to maybe start grinding my own beef. I'm not happy with what they sell in the store here - I think it's all too lean
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Wait? You do what now?
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Is this real or not? I can be convinced either way.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
I've been back running somewhat regularly for the past year. I just go out by feel with no set time/ distance and don't record any times. Of course I'm not training for anything so this makes a difference
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
I finished reading James by Percival Everett aka "the reverse Huck Finn." Really enjoyed and reflected about how to teach my kids about Slavery when we are not living in the US. I remember watching Roots in like 3rd/4th grade and thinking that as my daughter is 10, it might be something for her
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, I do do this Mr./Ms. Bundesliga Stats. Just this is an additional one I have to commemorate a positive result
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Last year I started a tradition of putting a Haake Beck into the fridge before a #Werder game with the caveat that I would drink it only after a positive result. I put one in before the Pokal game and thought it might be there for a while. I was more than happy to open it up last night
Gary Hornseth (@garyhornseth.bsky.social) reposted
A website that lets you select a country or state and move it around a Mercator projection map to yield better size comparisons. thetruesize.com, created by James Talmage and Damon Maneice
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Some people focus on Dylan going electric. Some of us focus on him going Christian.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Getting ready to play for the Browns next year
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Well well well, what a finish! Assuming you were in the Weserstadion and looking forward to your take
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Hey
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
WERDER?!!!
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Was listening to him earlier bsky.app/profile/mark...
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
A couple of young guys with starts, plus the new guy. It sure is something #Werder
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
This is cool to see. #Werder
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Moin und Willkommen! Thoughts on the game? I'm irrationally optimistic as it's the home opener and Leverkusen have lost quite a number of players and have a new coach...that said, Werder is dealing with their own injuries and have a new coach. We'll probably be last on the table after today.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Yup. And authentic Canadian stuff to
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
The finished product
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Holy smokes Vince, that's some nightmare fuel for a Saturday morning.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Oh no, I understand. I think this is a policy that a lot of people may not understand - one can be critical of a country's policies or government, and it doesn't mean they are against the people themselves
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Well then!
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Maybe it's like the beginning of a disaster movie where scientists are monitoring things and one says "huh, that's weird. Hey Bernie, are you seeing this?"
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Wondering if I'm in Seb's Top 5
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Daughter's best friend slept over and I'm making pancakes as she only eats pancakes when she is over our place. Soundtracked by Dylan, and the first song was Blowing in the Wind - coincidence??
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
As I've never been to Leverkusen, today's cups depict an important football game tonight back home
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, you're sadly right that Trump has brought out people to show their true colors. One can hope for positive change
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
This is pretty cool
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Due to the time difference, you can get some stuff done in the morning and afternoon. The last natural death by a president was FDR, so most of us have no idea what the procedure would be. There would be a careful and calculated announcement.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
I get your point but I'm weirdly optimistic that some may snap out of their trump-influenced haze bsky.app/profile/mark...
Ellie Mae O'Hagan (@elliemaeohagan.bsky.social) reposted
I live in one of the most multicultural areas of the UK and there is rarely a day where I'm not positively impacted by that - whether it's delicious food, really good local businesses or my incredibly kind neighbours. I'm not saying this as a political statement, more just a reality of my life.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm no political expert, but my take is that Vance (nor anyone else) could not carry the cult of personality that Trump has. You may see GOP people actually push back without fear of repercussion.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Idk Lynn, but a lot of coded language about Trump not being seen on TV in 3 days, which he wouldn't do willingly.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Lot of speculation on the TL this morning...
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Been living in Germany since 2019 and when I first heard it here, I'm like "wait a second!" And whenever I see ULM content, I think of the soccer team here.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Cough cough bullshit
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Nice goal from a tight angle. Wasn't sure that was gonna go in. NatΓΌrlich I'm pulling for Saint Pauli here
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Movie night with me and the little dude - the Minecraft Movie for the 3rd time. First time in English, however.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
I love the passive aggressiveness from the message: "Good try today" Thanks NYT Games editors
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
A favorite question of my son is "can I see the Tabelle?" So we got him a magnetic one to keep track. In advance of the next slate of games, here is the Tabelle after MD1 & 3
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Espresso on top of Scotch?
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
I contend that key fobs without a physical key that you put into the ignition is one of the dumbest trends in automotive "progress"
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
What is this Lynn? What am I seeing?
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Quite an interesting one today Connections Puzzle #810 π¦π¦π¦π¦ πͺπͺπͺπͺ π©π¨π©π¨ π©π¨π©π© π©π¨π©π© π©π©π©π¨
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
*how many
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
My wife does this, even as she regularly tells me I'm one of the safest drivers she's met.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
I'm a middle-aged, married man, far from my peak-athletic shape (competitive swimmer for 12+ years, 3 x marathons), conventionally not unattractive, who is running and baking regularly, and puts no effort into Instagram. I wonder howany followers I could gain.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Haha, we are trying to figure it out. Because last week when he was with his Kindergarten friends, or he is at Soccer, he has no problems being physical or "wild". I even wondered if he was being too physical at soccer. Honestly I think it's the new environment and not having close friends yet
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Am I doing a Long Black Veil this afternoon? Yes So much so, I'm willingly listening to The David Matthews Band
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
My 6yo started the Grundschule last week. He's navigating the environment and is avoiding the "wild boys". To told us that he helped push a kid in a wheelchair onto the bus the other day. To quote my wife, we're doing something right.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Do I read every day? No, but regularly enough that I probably get in 10+ books per year.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
But you failed chasing Purple
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Train whistle blowin My Mama's advice ignored Stuck in this here cell #MorningHaiku
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Yup. And after his move to Stuttgart was announced, that is when his playing time increased and he showed form. π€ This is a big reason why the @werderna.bsky.social community was not upset about Werner leaving
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
I don't have deep knowledge on the PL but know that Newcastle was bought by Saudis a few years ago, bringing increased scrutiny Nick is from Bremen...so it's probably not a big adjustment
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm a Yank so please excuse me. π
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Was out last night and pretty much offline - Nick Woltemade to New Castle for 85m?? Remind who he was playing for two years ago and how many minutes he was getting? #Werder
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
It's probably been a good 2 years since I last put some laps in but damn did it feel good. 1600 long course meters.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
My son started Grundschule and we're pushing him to connect with other boys (who are "too wild") in the class. He said he "followed them around to see what they were doing but they didn't notice" and I'm like "ahh, he's doing The Fielder Method!"
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
When you're talking to a colleague about quiz night and they say, "didn't you win last time?" - Yeah, 3 of 4 times Maybe I should be on your team
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Same in the good ol' US of A
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Later: son swim class Opportunity for me Water reunite #MorningHaiku
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
And I'm struggling on guess 5...
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
I could get behind that.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
How about Bremen? *Ducks*
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm not sure I *got* season 1 but I'm two reps through S2 and I'm definitely entertained
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
I realized as soon as I hit "Post" that I pretty much wrote that headline. It must be in my subconscious having seen it so many times
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
I've seen the word "privileged" throw around when talking about living abroad and not worrying about school shootings. Truth of the matter is that the US is the only country that has this problem.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Today's haiku was inspired by me opening up a PDF and the AI assistant asking how it can help. I then asked it how I can remove it.
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social)
Yo, software programs: I've used you for years just fine No AI needed! #MorningHaiku
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
Yeah that's the thing. Right now there is no depth. I like seeing the young kids play but there needs to be a balance to it. I like Mbangula, but part of me thinks that money could have been used to get 3 serviceable players for depth
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
I went to bed before PKs and was hoping Braunschweig would pull it off for 1) the upset and 2) to take the sting off Werder's Pokal loss
Mark Dziak (@markdziak.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm curious about the word and the song. I'll have to wait until tomorrow, that is unless you can be spoiler-free