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Aug 9, 2023Liked by Robert JA Basilio Jr

These words and photos bring back all sorts of memories. The lamp on the table at Maginhawa is still around, older than my great grandparents and is somewhere in Laguna. Strange to think how it has outlived Jay. When he first invited himself to our place for lunch, he was a great guest, complimenting all the healthy food and drink he was served even if I knew that he was craving beer and the usual fare that goes well with it--which is unfortunately non-existent in our place. The next time he dropped by we saved him from his misery and ordered Mister Kabab. Perhaps a sign of true friendship is knowing that the best thing you can do for a friend is give him a bottle of beer.

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