Well, I'm trying this once again.

Getting back into the grove of reconnecting with some of my favorite blogger friends. Be patient with me as my blogging skills are a wee bit rusty.

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  1. SMay 11, 2017 at 1:39 PM

    Beanie! !!!!!!!

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    1. JillieMay 11, 2017 at 1:54 PM

      I'm here and can't figure a damn thing out. But I will.....my crusty rusty brain will get this thing up and running.

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