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Susan Beckman's avatar

Such a tremendous and inspirational man. Thank you for this reality check. “If you bought the $60 aerator to help the $70 bottle of wine breathe better…..”

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Michael Libbie's avatar

He's a wonderful human., I see that you included a photo of my friend Desmund Adams. I wonder if he used the joke he practiced on me...I'll ask.

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Betty Grandquist's avatar

We need your voice

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Julie Gammack's avatar

Thank you, Betty! Have you subscribed to the column?

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Betty Grandquist's avatar

I want to.

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Julie Gammack's avatar

Do you see the subscription button on the column?

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Kathi Zimpleman's avatar

Thank you for this story this morning, Julie. I love the way the story celebrates Ako and all he has accomplished, but also challenges anyone who reads it to think about the bigger picture of life in and around our community.

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Julie Gammack's avatar

Thank you so much, Kathi.

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Ken Hedler's avatar

You're about the same age, and can relate despite coming from much different circumstances.

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Julie Gammack's avatar

Indeed

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Jill D Brosnahan's avatar

Thank you for that wonderful read this morning!

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