Toronto Burners' Hoedown

Location : Toronto, Ontario, Canada

My Last Gathering
Likewise, this was my last get-together with my beloved Burners before I left. I was only beginning to feel their genuine warmth and affection...notwithstanding their parties I'd been to. I had to take my name out of their distribution list. It won't be easy knowing what they're up to and not be a part of.

the crew

--- Gigit (TheLoneRider)
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