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Inspiration Is One Thing And You Can't Control It, But Hard Work Is What Keeps The Ship Moving. Good Luck Means, Work Hard. Keep Up The Good Work.

-Kevin Eubanks

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Inspiration Is One Thing

Kevin Eubanks

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Inspiration Is One Thing And You Can't Control It, But Hard Work Is What Keeps The Ship Moving. Good Luck Means, Work Hard. Keep Up The Good Work.

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