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February 4, 2011
"We Will Remember" (A Video Tribute to My Dad)
It might not seem like it, but this video took me hours to finish. It's a tribute to my dad who passed away last month. It's a celebration of his life, and it makes me smile and cry every time I watch it. Love ya, Dad.
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