Nala Brooks is a champ. She came to shoot with me in the heart of the pandemic. Back when BLM wasn't known for their support of Hamas. Back when masks weren't mostly used for smash-n-grabs, and back when drinking a Bud Light wasn't a political statement. Oh, how the world has changed. But I'll tell you something that hasn't changed, Nala's body continues to amaze. Her smile, among other things, helped me stay positive. And that is important. Optimism is the first ingredient required for change.

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