By Darrel Wheeler, Contributing Writer

Family and close friends were invited to celebrate the birthdays of Mr. Akili Smith Sr and Mr. David Monday as they prepared to cross life’s 50-yard line. Smith, for those who don’t know, played pro football and is currently the offensive coordinator at Morse High School and trains young inspiring football players.

On the last Saturday of a hot August, David, Akili, and their guests could be seen laughing out loud, dancing, playing cards, rocking their favorite team jerseys and munching on a variety of good eats, including fried fish, meatballs, chicken, fancy rice, salads, and a whole lot more.

“Akili and David have been best friends since elementary School,” Auntie Antoinette shared.

“Akili (8-21-75) is my nephew, and David (8-30-75) has been ar

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