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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

This year's AotA haul: a few gifts for my mom, a few for myself, and let the kiddo pick out his first original piece of artwork! The deal is that he has to let me hang it with other art in the house.

A picture of handmade goods including a butter yellow butter dish, mugs, fairy door, goofy elephant and castle (castle is on the back of the elephant) and a take on the VA state seal with the cat as the woman.

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Me, trying to get a replacement battery for my drill. HD employee: yeah, don't think they make that voltage anymore, that must be from the 90s Me: no, I got this after college! That's only 20 years! HD employee: *blank stare* you'll have to check online

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The perfect way to celebrate mean girls day!

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Others joining the zoom: what are you talking about? Me/coworker, joyfully in unison: dinosaurs Others: *confused stares*

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

How do I know 1,000 people who are parents in politics but i had to find this myself??? youtu.be/OYx6_vxPZms?...

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Dinosaur for President (Live From My Bedroom)

YouTube video by 2Krispii - Topic

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Seen IRL in Charlottesville VA I'm FILLED WITH GLEE.

A new USPS vehicle with large windows and tiny little engine area.

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Who in ALX has recs for someone to scope a French drain / maybe look at the foundation? We have a water issue but the sump pump is working fine. Related: considering ditching the carpet, leveling the cement floor, and doing carpet tiles to save future headaches. Will also take recs on that!

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Been listening to So Good, a British punk protest band, a lot lately: I will love you until there are no love songs I will love you until no countries are bombed I will love you until Dolly Parton is wrong Therefore: I will love you forever youtu.be/stq2h2BqG2I?...

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I Will Love You Until

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

What book or movie ending are you unreasonably mad about? SPOILERS WELCOME. Easy. That they didn't unalive Harry Potter.

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Obviously Snape from Harry Potter

Alt: Snape from Harry Potter deadpanning the word "obviously"

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Spotted without a bike: @brooksbikebus.bsky.social partying hard at the preschool talent show.

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Pollen count: 1 out of 4 weed pollen. Nothing else. My eyeballs: Mfk🔥r##!!!&!$?🔥🔥!$!!!!

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Jet's merch shop has some solid Christmas items and that's where I'm spending the extra money I don't have today.

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Okay, for those of us without air purifiers, what are we doing to try to keep the air inside as safe as possible during this smoke situation? I DO have: regular HVAC (replaced the filter a week ago), a portable / window AC for upstairs, a few floor fans and ceiling fans.

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Been letting my rage about this silently stew, but NO MORE. In this dog obsessed city this is the ONE THING CAT LOVERS HAD ALL TO OURSELVES. 2026 is hard enough!! Whyyyyy.

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

This is exactly how you get the millennials on your email list to open and read a budget email. Excellent work, @ebpforva.bsky.social @kelseykw.bsky.social!

A screenshot of an email inbox. The second email is from Virginia State Senator Elizabeth Bennett-Parker. The email subject line is "I like big budgets and I cannot lie."

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

I'd really like to see the memo that circulated around Boston PD explaining that they shouldn't arrest all the Scots climbing on / putting cones on the statues.

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Street turkey spotted! It had been a few days, glad she's thriving. So much so that she was too fast for a pic.

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Happened again today, pure joy of informing the other new neighbors of the turkey. #blessed

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

The scene: New neighbors actively moving in. They wave hello from the front porch as a middle aged couple walks by. My husband, a normal: "Welcome to the neighborhood!" Me: "HAS ANYONE TOLD YOU ABOUT THE LOCAL TURKEY?"

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

I love it with a graphic design says "dammit special guests, please confirm your invitations"

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Seemingly Reasonable Warwick Pool Wish List, in no particular order: - hot - or even remotely warm - water in the showers - a clock - a bike rack @danacolors.bsky.social @josephfray.bsky.social

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Yep very weird to be minding your business in your very small backyard then BAM turkey. Probably time to give it a name.

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

I'm traveling and not reading the news but am following the street chat. Can confirm the turkey is still hanging around and had a stare down with my cat (through the sliding door).

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Hello from BWI where the music is My Heart Will Go On performed by a single flute. No idea if it's a recording or some bored band kid at the end of the hall.

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

It's 94 degrees out and I have zero make-at-home iced coffee skills, except simply putting espresso and milk over ice. HELP. How are people making cold caffeinated treats these days?

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Sent a linked in connect to Alex from T&ES with a flattering little note and it reminds me of online dating to see if/how quickly she replies. 🤞🤞🤞

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Becky Hammer @beckyhammer.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Skipping a meeting today for a "wellness event with my state senator." Who else is coming to cardio drumming at noon today? Cc @ebpforva.bsky.social

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Which one of you ALX skeeters put up the Sandy yard sign in Shirlington? HERO.

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Sandy Marks @sandymarks.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

LET’S GOOOOOOO! Rep Beyer, Sen EBP, Ldr Herring, Del McPike, Jon and Sandy and the whole Dem team are out this morning, knocking doors and talking to voters! We’re voting YES! For the amendment—and for housing affordability, public schools, climate action, protecting our immigrant + LGBTQ neighbors!

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Senator Elizabeth Bennett-Parker @ebpforva.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

After introducing this bill with Sen. @barbarafavola.bsky.social for three years, it has finally been signed by Governor @abigailspanberger.com. HB93 creates an accountability mechanism to keep guns out of the hands of convicted domestic abusers. Special thanks to @vsdvaa.bsky.social for their work!

HB93 signed into law. keeps illegal guns out of the hands of convicted domestic abusers

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Hey Bluesky who's gonna live skeet this thing today?

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Also, a good reminder for everyone to move in their yard signs before the storm! They're basically kites with pointy ends from the frames.

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Today I got to take a YOUTH on her very first canvass and it was absolutely lovely.

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

@sandymarks.bsky.social seems like a strong, unifying message for the general election!

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Mallory @mlaw91.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Great group of people right here. There’s a right way to get your point across and what some groups are doing right now ain’t it. I might not support your candidate but if the vibes stay good, we good. We work with good vibes here and as I’ve said before if you don’t, get outta here.

Tim, Roberto, Sandy , and Kyle McPike (iykyk)

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Sandy Marks @sandymarks.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

✅SEN BENNETT-PARKER ENDORSES SANDY✅ “Sandy shows up for our community. From advocating for gun violence prevention to standing up for our reproductive rights to fighting for equity and access for all Alexandrians, I trust Sandy to make a meaningful difference on City Council.”@ebpforva.bsky.social

✅SEN. ELIZABETH BENNETT-PARKER ENDORSES SANDY✅
“Sandy shows up for our community.
From advocating for gun violence prevention to standing up for our reproductive rights to fighting for equity and access for all Alexandrians, I trust Sandy to make a meaningful difference on City Council.”

We are thrilled and proud to have State Senator Bennett-Parker on Sandy’s team! The work they’ve done together over the years is only the beginn

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Olympic women's hockey let's goooooo, someone check on @mlaw91.bsky.social!

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

My kid is a gif! He's a big fan of @sandymarks.bsky.social. There are lots of great candidates in this race - I'll be out knocking doors for Sandy today, and am looking forward to 2027 when we get to vote for more than one candidate!

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Hey, ALX young people on the skeets (all of us?). The young Democrats are running a phone bank for Kirk and Elizabeth today from 5:30 to 7:00, and since you're all very young, you are all welcome to join! track-mg.mobilize.us/CL0/https:%2...

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VAYD Phonebank for Alexandria/Arlington Special Elections! · Virginia Young Democrats

Join the Virginia Young Democrats on Monday, February 9th, to make calls for the upcoming special elections in Alexandria & Arlington. We'll be making calls for Delegate Elizabeth Bennett-Parker run...

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

My 4-year-olds Valentine's Day celebration at school went from "bring a Valentine for every classmate" to "bring a bag with a small gift for every classmate" Absolutely not. I'm going to be the a****** that just does some cut out hearts that my kid scribbles on.

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Hello from Rustico where the live music was very 90s and early aughts and all a English and now it's acoustic Bad Bunny and its amazing @beckyhammer.bsky.social

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Erica Toler @egilbart.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Hey does anyone in Del Ray want to help assemble some yard signs on Friday morning?

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