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Peter Albini's avatar

As we in Western North Carolina continue to rebuild after our devastation, I have faith the those who choose to stay in So Cal will also rebuild.

We are only a couple months ahead of y’all and I can say the community that is strong will be strong enough to bend and come back stronger.

When the news cycle passes, guys like you who will willingly do your part will be the strength and driving force that will get your community back on its feet.

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Dale LaDuke's avatar

If there is a silver lining, it’s that there is someone as observant and as eloquent as you, my friend to chronicle this episode of Los Angeles history

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Gary Lord Johns's avatar

Dave.. thank you for the writing and video. Reality strikes me again with overwhelming sadness. I had packed my car late Tuesday night, hearing the sounds of cracking limbs from the giant pine trees out front. The hills glowed red, but was not to come this way. A spark north of me would have taken it all. I know we can rally again and maybe even be better, but my sadness will last a while. Hope to see you again soon.

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Greg's avatar

Dave, left a comment in your YouTube video, so know that we'll help you thru this. Got used to listening to you for years now, so please keep going when you emerge from this catastrophy. You have good thoughts! Stay well, stay in touch with us, and know that you have a good soul.

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Sarah Cain's avatar

Your grief is conveyed in beautiful writing. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience in such a breathtaking manner. I cannot imagine the mental burden of processing the loss, even for someone who has voluntarily downsized in the past. I hope that in Providence, the ashes can be a starting point for a better future for you.

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John Anderson's avatar

I'm sorry about your loss. Loosing all of your stuff, whether a houseful or an RV full is no joke. You have a glass half full perspective with not being burdened with a financial tie to your location. I guess it does provide a level of freedom that others might not have. I'm not a song writer, but as many songs are based on experiences I wonder if there is a song percolating in the back of your mind over this event?

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PatBryant2020's avatar

My neighborhood escaped, this time. I donated a few bucks, and hope, whenever I see you at a song event, to get to say hello and thanks for the wisdom.

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Karen Hearn-Abbott's avatar

I’m so sorry to hear of your loss of the Hobo Dojo and your possessions (If I might add, very movingly & eloquenly). Know you are in my prayers and will donate to your fund. Looks like there are many that value you, Dave!

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John  R Hohman's avatar

Dave,

Great to hear your safe and sound, your video and prose had me choking up a bit. So glad to hear your safe and have a path forward. My sister lived out there for many many years before ditching the high taxes and insurance before moving to the Baja. I visited her many times over the years from the East Coast and always contemplated moving out there. Life took over and well I’m still there. I will at some point plan to find a gig where you’re playing and get out there.

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HUMDEEDEE's avatar

I’m so glad Alexia created the fundraiser to get you back on your feet or at least a roof over your head Would you please post the link if it is still active so I can chip in, too. Most of all I’m grateful you are alive and giving a kind and compassionate voice to the many neighbors and fellow Californians going through this devastation. I watched the video and the calm in your presentation is admirable.

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Dave Morrison's avatar

It's linked in blue in the text of the piece. But here it is

https://gofund.me/c3f85452 Thanks so much!

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HUMDEEDEE's avatar

Thank you. I just donated. Keep posting and updating to let us know how you're doing. Best wishes.

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Bill Sebastian's avatar

So sorry for the loss of your hobo dojo Dave. Glad you’re safe. I can’t imagine what the next months will be like for you. Possibly a little like what our friends in the mountains faced with the devastating Hurricane a few months ago. 🙏

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Erica Watkins's avatar

This is going to be a long one. I hope you're bored enough to read it. 😉

You know, as all of this was in its early stages, I was clinging on to any word from you to know if you were safe and if the Dojo was safe. With each post, my heart sank further and further. I cried, I prayed, I worried at times, but above it all, I was eternally thankful you were safe.

I thought about Miguel, Serena and Abraham, and even the guy behind the fence who spent all that time driving you crazy with his remodel. I thought about Alexia and hoped everyone would be spared and safe.

As many painfully sad videos I've watched on Altadena and Pacific Palisades, watching yours was even more painful. But I was thankful everyone was safe.

I often wanted to know as many details on the situation as possible. When I finally hear them, I question my need to know because it's difficult.

You wondered the other day on FB if your community would survive. I didn't say anything at the time, but from that day since I keep hearing from deep down in my heart the words, "from the ashes we will rise." The heart of a community, of a city, of a state and of a nation is and always will be the people. So goes the heart, so goes the nation.

I firmly believe that the people of California will rise out of the ashes, and we, as Americans will stand with you and with our nation. I look forward to what will be because I believe in The One who holds us all in the palm of His hand.

All My Heart -

Erica

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Carriegrimes's avatar

I’m so sorry Dave for you and everyone devastated by this. There are no words just sending love

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Greg Florey's avatar

I've been been a Blue Collar Logic follower for several years now, and I appreciate your viewpoint on various topics that matter to many of us. Thank you for giving us access to your journey through this disaster, which, in a way is a turning point for you and many others. We will be praying for you all as you move forward, whether with large or small steps. Be well and be blessed! 🤓 🙏 🙌 🙌 🙌

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Mark McCann's avatar

I went to a boarding school at the corner of W. Palm and Lincoln in Altadena. That was about 1970. It was called Mt Lowe Military Academy, and is now a community park. I'd like to know if the fire impacted that park. There are two stone pillars there that acknowledges the academy and I'd like to know if they survived the fire. Those pillars are all that survived after the demise of the academy. Thanks.

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Claire Bloom's avatar

What Dale said. Beautifully written and heart-wrenching.

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