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We adopted my brother in 1971 when he was six weeks old. He was 1/2 Greek and 1/2 Black. We were a white family from a small town in Michigan. It was the greatest way to grow up in that we learned quickly what we were made of and what was important in this world.

We gave up many family members and "friends" during this journey but they were worth losing! I moved to Phoenix about 4 years ago and it's very different even than Michigan in terms of race relations! I was so excited to support Obama in McCain territory!

My husband and I love burgers. We have not gone to Delux even though we've been told by others that their burger is the "best." It justs seems so contrived. My favorite burger is at a little restaurant called Ticoz. I get the #3 with some very cool toppings including a lime mayo that is wonderful. They come 2 burgers to a plate and I always have a midnight snack left!

I've never enjoyed reading a burger review quite as much as this one. You are an amazing insightful person! Thank you for sharing your story.

Really rich post, Damon. Kudos for adding even more meaning to a subject you already relate so passionately. It truly enhances the experience. (I'm talking about life and burger-blog-reading here, dude.) I wept a little myself. Also, I'm pretty sure your second patty mooed at me from the depths of cyberspace. Dang, that's some rare meat.