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This was so much fun to read. I also admire Uncle Charlie as an artist and his place as an elder in the game. I'm sure you saw his 'Tiny Desk' - the backup singers were carrying that man!! But I say he deserved to be, just as we should carry the elders we love when they need some uplifting.

This a favorite moment of mine - https://youtu.be/yNMJfgu8CyU

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Yes! That video is what inspired the piece. Wow how beautiful and full circle

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This is Y I'm glad, dat even tho Im in mah 60s, I got dem Young Chillren. Youngest 19 n 21. They keep mah Mind sharp. They learn me sumpen alla time. And CHARLIE WILSON and da GAP BAND is still DROPPIN BOMBS in mah Playlist.....Preshated U going WAYBACK for this THROWBACK.

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It’s necessary! That’s my parents too. Had me late so I make sure and keep em young! And they snap me right into place

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This is masterful.

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Thank you so much Rachel that’s so kind

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I love your writing. This was well worth the wait.

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Thank you so much Alex 🤧 coming from a pro like you that means so much 😌

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Not the pro 😭😭 lmaoo we’re all just throwing shit at the wall and hoping it sticks

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You drew me in with The Gap Band and then knocked me out with some excellent thoughts, feelings and memoir. Bravo!

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Thank you!!! I’m glad you enjoyed :)

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