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Ada Mae is a wearer of many hats, born and raised in NC. She finds joy in the simple things of life, peace and quiet, music, and storytelling. You can find out what she is reading or listening to via Instagram @booksandbsides

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“When It Starts to Burn”

“Let me know when it starts to burn,” Aunt Mimi would say, pressing down on the silver release of the styling chair, lowering me to where I wouldn’t have to jump down to go pee. Then she would move on to another

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