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Feb 6Liked by Alicia Kenworthy

I like country music and I loved this fine little memory you shared with us. It took me back to my own childhood fantasies with singers. I won't tell you which ones I drooled over, because that would give away my age. But -- there is a story everywhere, Alicia, and you dredged up a good one. Thank you. Two thumbs up.

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Feb 6·edited Feb 6Liked by Alicia Kenworthy

Miley’s down-to-earth nature is most admirable. - As, your epic crush on Billy Ray is adorable, I wish you the chance to meet one day no matter circumstances. How next-gen spouse happens, I don’t quite get - though I’ve seen it! Oddly, I did just get eggplant pics from a very next-gen ex-neighbor (?🤯?), declined years ago. Maybe he was watching Billy Ray on TV, then decided on a Marino Marini hail mary. - Plant and roots are essential dealmaker factors!!! I do try to aim for a prince born before my first period (post June 85’ I have concern as to why?, and vice versa). Is that weird? I have no idea. Anyway, happy eggplant season, Alicia, may you reach out and cuff someone with substance and heart.

For your love of country music, your line “I’d borrow a quarter and place a call, but the pay phones have all disappeared.” brings to mind Cowboy Mouth lyrics: “It’s 4am. I’m drunk and alone, trying to call you on a public phone.” Light It On Fire should be the theme song of the French Quarter. Drama city! I would see them play once or twice a month in Tipitina’s with a the same pack of pals. Love it when they visit San Francisco, along with Galactic and Rebirth Brass. 💜💚💛 I need live music plans! But, I have 2025 Mardi Gras plans to make. My mom and my aunt went out for casino and cocktails, one more than necessary. Waking in the hotel, my aunt said, “Did I sign us up for a Mardi Gras Krew?” My mom said, “uh, yes ... ya did!” So, I have V.I.P. family members to see on their parade day. Laissez les bons temps rouler! May Eros be with me! ✨💖✨ cheers, dawl! 🎊

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I never cared and am not too bothered now, but I like your writing and I think "here's a quarter..." is a great line, as is "but the payphones have all disappeared ".

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I didn't care until I read your post, now I'm somewhat invested. I hope it turns out well for them.

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You're back and what fun you are! Love your last line, no matter what folks think of the post.

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I didn’t know the backstory between Miley and Billy Ray and I love that you shared it. I scan my emails every morning, saw your headline, and read it right then. well done.

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Apr 1Liked by Alicia Kenworthy

Well you just gained a subscriber if that helps! I loved this. I’m not even invested in the particulars of the rift, though my dad always dated women just a little older than me, so yeah. That’s never great. But reading this was a fun ride and your Scrabble message is the cutest thing ever.

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Feb 7Liked by Alicia Kenworthy

Fondly remember watching Hannah Montana as a kid, and have kept up with the family over the years. Heartbreaking story.

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Feb 6Liked by Alicia Kenworthy

I love this!!! And I remember it all. But I don’t quite get the quarter reference, is it a reference to one of his songs?

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