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It’s my birthday and I am enjoying myself, making rounds, feeling good. Yesterday, I saw my niece for the first time in about fifteen or sixteen years. I got arrested when she was in kindergarten, and now she goes to UC Merced. I cried and laughed all day. It felt amazing.

I’ve been really busy, but I’m glad we had a chance to catch up recently and talk about what you’d like me to convey.

Here’s a picture of me and Skuba, he’s been a huge help.

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