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Atlanta City Football Club

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Ugh, thanks I hate it. I'm feeling some type of away about the name for Atlanta's NWSL team. I've been so hyped for this team since it was announced. I've always loved Women's soccer, since the Washington Freedom days. Mia.Fucking.Hamm. I love and support the Washington Spirit. I watch the Orlando Pride play to see Marta continue to lead and defy expectations. Temwa is a joy to watch. I was sooooo hyped.  When asked what our thoughts should be for the new team name, of course a version of phoenix made sense but shifted or changed spelling i.e. fenix or feneux so as to not be confused with the American city. If we wanted to go with the bird theme (ala Hawks/Falcons/ Thrashers (rip)) maybe something like Shrike. Atlanta has long been lauded for our treescape, earning the moniker "The City in the Forest", so why not Forest City FC or Grove (though that's not the best...is it the worst)? Heck, fine go with Peaches, Peachtree or Dogwood. To find out that Ma...
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Shaky Knees 2026

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I've been to many a concert & music festival in my time. It all started years ago when I would theme each year as a way to have a bucket list without too much stress. There was the year of travel, the year of concerts, the year of dining out etc. I realized I really enjoyed live music and so I'd checked out so many different new to me musically via festivals. That's how I discovered Djo and MUNA for example.  This year started as a typical SK, hot & dusty with great vibes and seeing old friends and of course making new ones.  That is of course before an insane storm blew came in fast and hard and caused my first ever evacuation. Blood Orange had just started their set, then the organizers called for everyone to clear metal barricades and VIP areas and with in minutes that escalated to a full evacuation. Within that time as the crowds begrudgingly started to make their way to the emergency exits the literal skies opened and dumped over 6" of rain in the span of ...
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🌈🐕 Findlai Dobby Hemmsella

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On Sunday August 16th, after a week of declining health my Findlai Dobby Hemmsella crossed the rainbow bridge. He came into our lives just when we needed him and I will miss him forever. He definitely tolerated me and was obsessed with J and my father but that's okie.  He loved me in his own way and that was awesome. Tell Lord Jaymeson I love him and miss him too when you see him, Findlai. Until next post, laters 
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My MLS team sucks and it's not helping with FWC26 withdrawals

So I have been watching other football. WAFCON 26 (can Nigeria 🇳🇬 take it). EPL friendlies. NWSL of course.  Anything to see dynamic playing. Our first home match after the break is coming up and it's up to me as the external experience board member of our Supporters Group to rally the troops. At the end of the day...can't lose a tailgate 😅. Until next post...laters.
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More FWC26 Memories

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Just wanted to share more photos of how amazing this experience has been. 
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More World Cup Adventures

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I've had such a time with FWC26. From visiting orher cities, to attending a match, to FanFest I've been doing everything I can to soak up all the good energy and vibes. In the spirit (and because I have watched just about every match so far), here's my teams I'm following list. No particular order: Japan England (Is it going home?) USA Brasil Cabo Verde (dark horse 🐎) Argentina (back to back?) Morocco (so far the lesser problematic African team) Also here's a few photos of my adventures thus far Until next post, laters
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FIFA WC26

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It's almost time for the 26 World Cup.  1 Continent. 3 Countries. 16 Cities.  48 Teams. 1 Winner. Atlanta is not ready but I sure am. I'll have the opportunity to volunteer and I am stoked. I picked up my uniform today and it really solidified that this is happening.  And I get to be in the room where it happens. I look forward to a summer of soccer, fun and adventure.  Until next post.....laters
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