Cody Wellema poured nearly a decade into crafting his dream hat shop, only for it to be reduced to ash in one night by wildfires.
After the fire, Wellema likened the devastation in Altadena to ancient Rome's ruins, highlighting the profound loss his community is grappling with.
In expressing their grief, the Wellemas described how they still spoke of their beloved store in the present tense, reflecting on the emotional impact of their loss.
Despite facing this tragic event, Mr. Wellema's resolve shines through as he reminisces about building the store "brick by brick" and cherishing its memories.
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