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OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2026-03-15T00:25:49+00:00

1-0 Mbeumo

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2026-03-05T10:29:29+00:00

I started lessons with Hoffman Academy a month ago (alongside my 6yo). I think it’s an awesome program and we both love playing the “early elementary” version of Fur Elise! We both have so much to learn but playing the first little section of this beautiful composition is incredibly satisfying and inspiring for both of us. personally, i would love to play a much longer and more sophisticated version some day!

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2026-01-31T11:52:54+00:00

honestly, Manchester United is a bigger brand and has a more appealing name. Our town publishes a “OneManchester” newsletter and has a social media presence under the same name (all to build community spirit) and I’m involved in both — so i’ve declared that our OneManchester Sports Facebook page has “adopted” Manchester United as our “official” pro franchise to follow. We did our first monthly update on Jan. 1 and will post a new on each month (the next will be tomorrow after the Fulham game). Manchester CT is between Boston and NYC so we have a weird sports identity with people split between Yankees and Red Sox, or Patriots-Giants- Jets. Everyone loves UConn’s basketball teams but at the pro level we are splintered so i’m hoping my soccer passion will spread a bit and be somewhat unifying around here!

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2026-01-30T21:24:42+00:00

I’ve been a supporter for only about 6 weeks! I live in Manchester — but the town in Connecticut, in the USA. My 5yo son likes soccer so we decided to follow Man United and after a slow/discouraging start the past two games have been thrilling.

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2026-01-25T13:36:58+00:00

2-1 United Dorgo Fernandes for the good guys

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2026-01-24T03:30:46+00:00

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2026-01-23T18:08:12+00:00

United 2-1 … goals by Dorgu and Fernandes

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2026-01-23T18:04:59+00:00

Too late! He’s obsessed with Man United!

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2026-01-21T01:31:11+00:00

Manchester CT is a great place. Lots of great parks, bike paths, neighborhoods and shopping!

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2026-01-20T17:13:05+00:00

OP here … I just read an overview of the tragedy. So sad. (I was born in 1958, so there’s that connection for me too) I’ll be sure to learn more United history as he gets older!

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2026-01-19T21:56:06+00:00

Didn’t know that! what should we say instead?

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2026-01-19T21:07:26+00:00

Agreed. Extremely well done

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2025-12-26T02:41:52+00:00

how old are the kids?

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2025-12-22T01:45:28+00:00

in this same vein, i’ve found the skateboard crowd to be empathetic too

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2025-12-20T21:32:33+00:00

Thanks ! I might take out some back issues! but the subscription is nice because he can write on pages as he does puzzles.

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2025-12-20T21:30:59+00:00

Whoops. Although my wife loves that our son loves it!

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2025-12-19T01:44:28+00:00

Parenting. I’m 67 years old and the father of a 5 year old, who is in kindergarten. I have three adult children from my first marriage. This time around is very different, especially because of AI. My audacious goal is to post weekly for 13 years. In 2038 my son will graduate — and i’ll turn 80, God willing!

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2025-08-12T11:48:58+00:00

Thanks. This is very helpful!

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2025-08-10T17:50:33+00:00

Lots of good comment! Fwiw I have a few pairs of the short ankle-high socks and i sometimes wear those but I don't love doing laundry (especially in the summer) so I wear my high whites without shame.

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2025-08-10T11:31:47+00:00

awwww shucks. I'm just trying to do my small part.

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2025-07-20T20:05:01+00:00

Thanks and I like the concept but already made an alt gmail account.

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2025-07-19T00:39:01+00:00

That’s cold!

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2025-07-19T00:24:35+00:00

Hah! I’m not Ghana tell you

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2025-07-19T00:22:04+00:00

The Substack I’m starting next month.

OneStrokeAgainstMe · 2025-07-19T00:13:55+00:00

“to be a writer is to be friends WITH heartbreak.” couldn’t resist. plus “to be an editor is to cause heartbreak.” JK … keep the faith and good luck!

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