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With 6 different types of succulents, an avocado tree, a (failed) lavender bush, and 4 (very successful) tomato plants, I'm trying to cultivate my own green thumb, despite the challenges of living in a 2nd floor apartment. My goal for the summer is to grow a watermelon. How? No idea, but I think I have the gumption which is always the first step!

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This is the newest addition to the family, Lewis! He is about 6 weeks old and we picked him up just this weekend. He is currently "quilling", similar to babies teething, so he's a little grumpy, but who could stay mad at a face like that? His current hobbies include running in his wheel and doing plenty of movie/cuddle time with his dads. Like dogs and cats, hedgehogs have very different, unique personalities and I can't wait to get to know Lewis more.

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It's an understatement to say 2020 was insane. Because of COVID-19, I lost my job as a restaurant manager and have been unemployed since June. Disillusioned with the political world, my limited job choices, and having to deal with the isolation of COVID-19, I sought to use my time the best way I could -- in pursuit of being a Good Person. After a long time avoiding any type of spirituality, I am now a practicing Buddhist and attend virtual "church" at a local center in Ann Arbor. It has been one of the best choices I have ever made.

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I love vintage or novelty lighting! I collect different lava lamps and fun pop culture neon signs. My plan is to eventually learn how to shape glass and make custom neon signs out of my own shop. And also, if you couldn't tell, I'm a big Nintendo fan!

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After 4 years together, my bf and I are finally engaged! He proposed last month just in the comfort of our home. We are simple people, so not too much has changed, and a wedding is not even on our minds, but it is a wonderful comfort to think about spending our lives together -- becoming the best people and dads we can be.