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Friday, August 20, 2010

August

We'll miss all this soon!

Posted by Michele McLaughlin at 9:00 AM

Labels: Gardening, Summer

1 comment:

Allie said...: Yep, too soon for me - I don't want summer to end!!!!; August 20, 2010 at 1:10 PM

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Michele McLaughlin: Pennsylvania, United States; A passionate quilt collector, I love sharing my enthusiasm about the history of quilting and the women who shaped our sewing. For information about programs available, visit my website at www.michelejmclaughlin.com or email me at mickiemclaug58@yahoo.com.

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