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Karen Davis's avatar

What a beautiful tribute to a clearly beautiful man. I’m so glad to hear part of his story.

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Janisse Ray's avatar

Thank you, Karen.

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Janisse Ray's avatar

Thank you for this, Maria. I am so glad you shared this history.

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Maria's avatar

I grew up next to Gum Swamp and knew James' people. Good people! Through my dad's stories I understood the purpose of the swamp and where the water flowed from and went next. I followed James' advocacy work and admired him. His memory will always be a blessing.

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Jessica McQuain's avatar

Of course you would know Dave and Mindy. Wonderful tribute. May his memory live on.

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Janisse Ray's avatar

Dave & Mindy are doing tremendous work.

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Jessica McQuain's avatar

Yes, indeed. They also were incredibly kind and supportive towards the workers on Jekyll Island, which was not always the case when I worked there on the landscape crew. Good people all around.

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Janisse Ray's avatar

Thank you for your service.

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John Kay's avatar

An amazing tribute to one of nature's most devoted and effective stewards!

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Janisse Ray's avatar

I'm so glad you think so, John. He was an icon.

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Charlene Logan's avatar

Inspirational!

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Janisse Ray's avatar

Thank you, Charlene, for reading about James's life & for being inspired by it. He was iconic. Be at peace. J

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Chris La Tray's avatar

What a beautiful tribute to an obviously magnificent man. Thank you, Janisse. ❤️

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Janisse Ray's avatar

Big hug wrapping up you & Montana, CLT.

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