Been saying a lot lately on the show that I am finally able to smile more when I reflect on Charlie. The anger and grief has transformed into something else: Like he’s with us, somehow.
Charlie was the one who aggressively trained me how to debate. With flashcards— on the topic of BLM. Day in and day out.
“Stay calm” “Know the subject inside and out”
“Stay away from personal attacks”. I can almost hear him.
Today felt like an absolute cakewalk of a debate on a subject that I care about, deeply.
The student has become the master, Charlie.
Check in on your strong friends.
Check in on your quiet friends.
Check in on your happy friends.
Check in on each other — remind someone they are loved, start the conversation.
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