Meg
@marbenais.bsky.social
“every heart is a package tangled up in knots someone else tied”
(she/her) 🏳️🌈
(she/her) 🏳️🌈
No expectation of drinking is an important point I haven’t seen anyone else bring up about women’s sports - even if queer bars were plentiful, it can still be awkward to go to a bar on your own when you don’t drink. A game is a reason to go out without any other expectations.
edition.cnn.com/2025/11/25/s... A story that I’ve been working on for the past few months, about why women’s football is so important to queer people, is published! I really loved writing this and it’s a story that’s very close to my heart. I would love it if you kind folks would give it a read 🤍
Why women’s soccer is so important to queer people | CNN
Someone dressed as Marge Simpson, complete with a gigantic blue wig and a lime green dress, belts out Hot to Go by lesbian pop icon Chappell Roan to a rapt audience gathered inside a marquee in the mi...
edition.cnn.com
November 25, 2025 at 9:11 PM
No expectation of drinking is an important point I haven’t seen anyone else bring up about women’s sports - even if queer bars were plentiful, it can still be awkward to go to a bar on your own when you don’t drink. A game is a reason to go out without any other expectations.
Also, if you live anywhere in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania OR work in the city of Philadelphia (since so many live on the NJ side of the Delaware River), you can get a card for the Free Library of Philadelphia! They have a massive selection of ebooks and various online databases and services.
Here is a list (updated Oct 2025) of libraries who offer cards to non-residents.
I checked my library (non-resident cards available) and 2 of Krista's books are available as an ebook.
And if the library doesn't have the book you want, you can request they acquire it!
I checked my library (non-resident cards available) and 2 of Krista's books are available as an ebook.
And if the library doesn't have the book you want, you can request they acquire it!
Libraries for Non-Residents: Hacks Every Reader Needs
Resources to expand library access to those who don't have it -- your guide to libraries for non-residents and digital libraries with non-resident borrowing privileges.
www.9thstreetbooks.com
November 25, 2025 at 2:22 AM
Also, if you live anywhere in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania OR work in the city of Philadelphia (since so many live on the NJ side of the Delaware River), you can get a card for the Free Library of Philadelphia! They have a massive selection of ebooks and various online databases and services.
I know we have far more international players than spots, but I was really hoping we could keep her :-(
How much money do other teams want for their spots? We have to be able to keep Rose & Gift together.
How much money do other teams want for their spots? We have to be able to keep Rose & Gift together.
On media day, I asked Kysha what it was like coming into this tight Spirit squad:
“I called my mom and I was like ‘damn, why didn’t you tell me I have a lot of sisters in Washington?’”
“I called my mom and I was like ‘damn, why didn’t you tell me I have a lot of sisters in Washington?’”
November 24, 2025 at 10:38 PM
I know we have far more international players than spots, but I was really hoping we could keep her :-(
How much money do other teams want for their spots? We have to be able to keep Rose & Gift together.
How much money do other teams want for their spots? We have to be able to keep Rose & Gift together.
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Youth pastor voice: You know who else is never gonna give you up?
We're no strangers to love
You know the rules and so do I
A full commitment's what I'm thinkin' of
You wouldn't get this from any other guy
I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling
Gotta make you understand
You know the rules and so do I
A full commitment's what I'm thinkin' of
You wouldn't get this from any other guy
I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling
Gotta make you understand
November 23, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Youth pastor voice: You know who else is never gonna give you up?
Thanks to all the @bayfcsupporters.bsky.social recommendations for the trip.
Now I’m going to eat my feelings in cannoli from the pizza-by-the-slice place near the hotel, because of course I am.
Now I’m going to eat my feelings in cannoli from the pizza-by-the-slice place near the hotel, because of course I am.
November 23, 2025 at 7:19 AM
Thanks to all the @bayfcsupporters.bsky.social recommendations for the trip.
Now I’m going to eat my feelings in cannoli from the pizza-by-the-slice place near the hotel, because of course I am.
Now I’m going to eat my feelings in cannoli from the pizza-by-the-slice place near the hotel, because of course I am.
Excellent “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing”
imagine if we only had national anthems which people could sing!
imagine if we only had national anthems which people could sing!
November 23, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Excellent “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing”
imagine if we only had national anthems which people could sing!
imagine if we only had national anthems which people could sing!
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sometimes people like a stream that
leave you meets a boulder
🤝
halfway through the wood
leave you meets a boulder
🤝
halfway through the wood
November 22, 2025 at 3:42 PM
sometimes people like a stream that
leave you meets a boulder
🤝
halfway through the wood
leave you meets a boulder
🤝
halfway through the wood
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How does Gift Monday describe her on-field relationship with Rose Kouassi? In a word, “divine.”
November 20, 2025 at 11:54 PM
How does Gift Monday describe her on-field relationship with Rose Kouassi? In a word, “divine.”
24 (will be 25 after this weekend’s final in San José)
I’m partial to Audi Field in DC, obviously, the Maryland SoccerPlex is where I met @ash12.bsky.social, Subaru Park in Chester has the best views, and 2019’s quarterfinal France/USA in Parc des princes in Paris was unbelievable.
I’m partial to Audi Field in DC, obviously, the Maryland SoccerPlex is where I met @ash12.bsky.social, Subaru Park in Chester has the best views, and 2019’s quarterfinal France/USA in Parc des princes in Paris was unbelievable.
WAIT
Stop doomscrolling and answer this fun question
How many soccer stadiums have you been to and whats your favorite one?
Stop doomscrolling and answer this fun question
How many soccer stadiums have you been to and whats your favorite one?
November 20, 2025 at 6:14 AM
24 (will be 25 after this weekend’s final in San José)
I’m partial to Audi Field in DC, obviously, the Maryland SoccerPlex is where I met @ash12.bsky.social, Subaru Park in Chester has the best views, and 2019’s quarterfinal France/USA in Parc des princes in Paris was unbelievable.
I’m partial to Audi Field in DC, obviously, the Maryland SoccerPlex is where I met @ash12.bsky.social, Subaru Park in Chester has the best views, and 2019’s quarterfinal France/USA in Parc des princes in Paris was unbelievable.
Ah, what happened when we touched up the kitchen ceiling after the cabinet refinish. Learned each face on the ceiling has a different shade of grey-to-tan.
when you are painting a room and you get the wrong grey-tan for matching the difference between the 2 shades is called the problematic beige gap
john wilkes booth broke his leg?
problematic stage gap
problematic stage gap
November 20, 2025 at 5:40 AM
Ah, what happened when we touched up the kitchen ceiling after the cabinet refinish. Learned each face on the ceiling has a different shade of grey-to-tan.
Well, that’s one way to remind me that Katoto is in Lyon now.
November 19, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Well, that’s one way to remind me that Katoto is in Lyon now.
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i just love them africa.espn.com/espn/story/_...
'Just run!' - How Monday and Kouassi powered the Spirit to the NWSL final
Washington Spirit's opening goal against Portland Thorns was the epitome of counter-attacking football, and showed how the duo of Rosemonde Kouassi and Gift Monday have driven the team to the NWSL Cha...
africa.espn.com
November 18, 2025 at 3:44 PM
i just love them africa.espn.com/espn/story/_...
I was looking for a good Leicy Santos GIF, found this one, and that’s an alternate Spirit timeline right there.
two female soccer players are hugging each other with one wearing a jersey that says herbalife trition
ALT: two female soccer players are hugging each other with one wearing a jersey that says herbalife trition
media.tenor.com
November 16, 2025 at 11:01 PM
I was looking for a good Leicy Santos GIF, found this one, and that’s an alternate Spirit timeline right there.
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I really like single site NWSL championship it really makes the weekend something big and important but also imagine if Audi Field was hosting this thing next week
November 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM
I really like single site NWSL championship it really makes the weekend something big and important but also imagine if Audi Field was hosting this thing next week
If anyone doubted that dogs are perpetual toddlers, our 14.5-year-old Puggle is currently refusing to eat the exact same dinner that she scarfed down last night.
November 16, 2025 at 12:50 AM
If anyone doubted that dogs are perpetual toddlers, our 14.5-year-old Puggle is currently refusing to eat the exact same dinner that she scarfed down last night.
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As I wrote in my column over on The Cutback last Monday, Kouassi and Monday are THE double-act in the NWSL this year.
November 15, 2025 at 5:42 PM
As I wrote in my column over on The Cutback last Monday, Kouassi and Monday are THE double-act in the NWSL this year.
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Washington Spirit has hosted more playoff matches at Audi Field this year (two) than D.C. United has since the stadium opened in 2018 (one).
😵💫
😵💫
November 15, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Washington Spirit has hosted more playoff matches at Audi Field this year (two) than D.C. United has since the stadium opened in 2018 (one).
😵💫
😵💫
I was very cold at that point but I’m pretty sure I jumped up and yelled SHOOTERS SHOOT! because she ripped that ball right in front of us.
A screamer from Sentnor 🤯
Ally Sentnor's goal against Colombia is nominated for the 2025 FIFA Marta Award
Vote Now: www.fifa.com/the-best-fif...
Ally Sentnor's goal against Colombia is nominated for the 2025 FIFA Marta Award
Vote Now: www.fifa.com/the-best-fif...
November 13, 2025 at 6:32 PM
I was very cold at that point but I’m pretty sure I jumped up and yelled SHOOTERS SHOOT! because she ripped that ball right in front of us.
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The children’s picture book, “Strega Nona, An OldTale,” celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Author and illustrator Tomie dePaola penned the book about the Italian “grandmother witch.” (via @mprnews.org)
Strega Nona turns 50 — and her art lives in Minneapolis
The University of Minnesota’s Kerlan Collection is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Tomie dePaola’s beloved picture book “Strega Nona,” showcasing the original illustrations and highlighting Minnesota’s unique role in preserving the warmth, artistry and enduring cultural impact of this classic story.
n.pr
November 12, 2025 at 7:26 PM
The children’s picture book, “Strega Nona, An OldTale,” celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Author and illustrator Tomie dePaola penned the book about the Italian “grandmother witch.” (via @mprnews.org)
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The difference in time between now and I can has cheezburger
Is the same between I can has Cheezburger and the Berlin Wall falling
Is the same between I can has Cheezburger and the Berlin Wall falling
November 10, 2025 at 5:46 PM
The difference in time between now and I can has cheezburger
Is the same between I can has Cheezburger and the Berlin Wall falling
Is the same between I can has Cheezburger and the Berlin Wall falling
The Democratic Party has got to start electing people who weren’t the popular kids in school, they have absolutely no staying power against peer pressure and bullying.
November 10, 2025 at 12:23 AM
The Democratic Party has got to start electing people who weren’t the popular kids in school, they have absolutely no staying power against peer pressure and bullying.
Audi Field playing “We Found Love” just for us because what is a more perfect song for two people who met at a Spirit game at the Plex than one with “we found love in a hopeless place”
November 8, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Audi Field playing “We Found Love” just for us because what is a more perfect song for two people who met at a Spirit game at the Plex than one with “we found love in a hopeless place”
To circle back . . .
These groups spent probably millions of dollars on years of pamphlets & signs & ads & commercials, and lost. Their candidates got 3-3.1k votes each (we vote for 4 candidates, 8 were on the ballot) while the others got 4.1-4.3k each.
The ENTIRE school system has ~3k students.
These groups spent probably millions of dollars on years of pamphlets & signs & ads & commercials, and lost. Their candidates got 3-3.1k votes each (we vote for 4 candidates, 8 were on the ballot) while the others got 4.1-4.3k each.
The ENTIRE school system has ~3k students.
It’s a fake issue the same way that national conservative PACs have been waging a massive “misinformation” campaign of lies for YEARS in our township, with the silent goal of taking over the school board the same way they have in surrounding districts. They don’t care what the reality is. They lie.
November 5, 2025 at 8:42 PM
To circle back . . .
These groups spent probably millions of dollars on years of pamphlets & signs & ads & commercials, and lost. Their candidates got 3-3.1k votes each (we vote for 4 candidates, 8 were on the ballot) while the others got 4.1-4.3k each.
The ENTIRE school system has ~3k students.
These groups spent probably millions of dollars on years of pamphlets & signs & ads & commercials, and lost. Their candidates got 3-3.1k votes each (we vote for 4 candidates, 8 were on the ballot) while the others got 4.1-4.3k each.
The ENTIRE school system has ~3k students.
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Pa. election results: All 3 Democratic Supreme Court justices win retention races. https://www.spotlightpa.org/news/2025/11/pa-election-results-supreme-court-retention-donohue-dougherty-wecht/
All three PA Supreme Court justices win retention election
Justices Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty, and David Wecht have won additional terms on the PA Supreme Court.
www.spotlightpa.org
November 5, 2025 at 3:01 AM
Pa. election results: All 3 Democratic Supreme Court justices win retention races. https://www.spotlightpa.org/news/2025/11/pa-election-results-supreme-court-retention-donohue-dougherty-wecht/
Every election night, I remember how Pennsylvania has to make the vote counting process so slow as I’m jealous of other states getting results so early.
November 5, 2025 at 2:22 AM
Every election night, I remember how Pennsylvania has to make the vote counting process so slow as I’m jealous of other states getting results so early.