Happy Holidays

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May you be surrounded by those who love you and both give and receive the gifts that truly matter this year. I hope you all have a wonderful holiday, no matter how it is you celebrate. Each of you are like a gift to me!

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  1. Lorelei BellDecember 24, 2013 at 1:14 PM

    Merry Christmas, Heather, and a wishing you a very happy New Year!

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  2. Roland D. YeomansDecember 24, 2013 at 1:27 PM

    The happiest of Christmases and may your New Year bring you only joy!

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  3. Karlene PetittDecember 28, 2013 at 5:41 PM

    Heather, I hope you have a wonderful holiday too! And a great New Year!

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