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EP 23- The Day I Lost my Most Prized Possession

April 20, 2017 by Kendall Johnson in Podcast

Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, the Portland Trail Blazers are my favorite sports team. Ever since I was little, my two brothers and I would paint our faces, makes signs, and cheer our hearts out at games. I got so obsessed that I created a shrine of Blazers newspaper clippings in my bedroom. As a teenager, I was convinced that I was going to marry an NBA player. I’m not so sure that’s what I want now, but I’m never one to close any doors. My point is, I’ve been a fan my entire life. And on today’s episode, I have a story regarding that. Back in high school, my neighbor asked my younger brother Brett to help out with a garage sale. When the day came, Brett decided he couldn’t make it. So, me being the generous sister that I am, filled in for him. Best karma moment of my life. While there, I ruffled through the bins they were selling, and came across a gold mine: a retro, throwback, one-of-a-kind, Blazer crew neck sweatshirt. It smelled like my grandma’s musty old basement, but that just added to its vintage value…..My story today still hit’s a tender spot. It’s the day I lost this most prized possession.  I still have faith that one day we will be reunited 
Full written article with pictures here: The Day I Lost my Most Prized Possession

 

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April 20, 2017 /Kendall Johnson
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