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Here is one story retold,
albeit with a pithier ending:
From apothacary:
on holding the punk right.
What happened: On the 4th of July weekend, I was heading on my way to light fireworks with a lit punk. I was carrying it between my index and middle finger, like a ciggerette, but not intentionaly. Mind you i was 12. Anyway my step-brother, Sean, pointed it out to my dad, and they all had a good laugh at my expense. God knows why. But anyway, I was embarressed. It bugs me to this day.
What I said: I said nothing. Made a face, rolled my eyes, and undoubtedly blushed.
What I SHOULD have said: "sorry sean. Would you rather i hold it like this?" (between my thumb and forefinger, joint style.) then again, i wouldn't have even known what a joint was. If only.
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