Bobbie, I am so happy for you. I can't believe that so much "good" news could come all at once for someone. Not that you don't deserve it, just seems most people don't get this kind of life in such a short time.
I also think that perhaps this "take" on this song just proves to us that the publishers in Nashville are getting tired of the songs that hang to a "set" format. Although, I have to say this song is full of content that is universal and well said so would have to say that that quality in itself would be reason enough for the Publisher to be "overlooking" the lack of following "set rules".
I know that we all would love to hear it at it is on your demo so we could really know how it sounds and I hope this song goes to number one right quickly. What a better wedding present than that.
BTW, if this song goes anywhere, you and Dawg are moving to Nashville right at the moment you could easily get a staffwriting job.
Best wishes, Bobbie, you deserve this boost!

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