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Arty drunk out looking to make $7 the hard way. Live in the Valley, work on the West Side and hangs out everywhere in between.

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May I Have This Dance ~ Long Beach

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OB’s Grill & Bar ~ Taco Tuesday ~ Manhattan Beach

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California Institute of Abnormal Arts ~ 999 Eyes of Endless Dream Sideshow ~ North Hollywood

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The Hut ~ Lawndale