I take it not only a day at a time, but a moment at a time, and keep it at that pace. If you can be happy right now, then you’ll always be happy, because it’s always in the now
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Gatewood Galbraith was a good friend, and a tireless advocate for the repeal of the ridiculous ban on hemp & marijuana. His book ‘The Last Free Man Standing’ says it all.
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What this quote means
The quote highlights the importance of friendship and advocacy for freedom related to hemp and marijuana.
In this quote, Willie Nelson pays tribute to his friend Gatewood Galbraith, who passionately fought for the repeal of prohibitive laws against hemp and marijuana. He emphasizes the significance of friendship as well as Galbraith's commitment to personal freedom, as reflected in his book 'The Last Free Man Standing'. Nelson’s words underline how personal relationships can intertwine with social advocacy and the pursuit of liberty.
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FriendshipAdvocacyFreedomHempMarijuana
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Example use cases
In a speech advocating for cannabis reform, one could use this quote to highlight the importance of friendship in the movement.
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