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“Lotus flowers often appear in images of the Buddha. It is a symbol of things which are pure and good. A lotus is a flower that begins its life in the mud at the bottom of a pond and then rises to the surface to flower.\u00a0 It therefore reminds people that in the same way, people can rise above their problems and achieve enlightenment.”<\/p>\n

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up from the mud the flower blooms<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Purity and rebirth are attributes I came across referring to what the Lotus Flower represents. \u00a0It was a true pleasure to participate this year in a well established festival with a purpose to promote understanding. Special thanks to all who made special effort to make our band set go well and get some documentation of it. You know who you are.<\/p>\n

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Beautiful Day in the neighborhood of Echo Park CA.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The OK Corralers takin’ it to the streets!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Yeah, I’m a Leo.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Tadg Galleran is an entertainer, player, singer, writer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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I love playing bass, singing is fun. Gotta make that music!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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as I was saying,<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Introducing Drummer Vocalist Tony Jones<\/p>\n

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What a Wonderful World<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Testifying! Tony Jones, Leslie Baker, Tadj Galleran<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Tyler Combs brings us good vibes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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fun show, fun audience, fun time<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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up from the mud the flower blooms<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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