That one ungraded assignment is an early submission due Jan 2. I’m all set for a relaxing break!

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Next up for the girl: Cherry in “The Outsiders” (March 6-15)

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Me: Carolyn, are you ok? Carolyn:Just reminding myself that I am a gift.

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All three shows have been sold out for over a month. Opens tomorrow.

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A Christmas Carol — new audio adaptation

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‘You deserve that’: Commissioner’s wife arrested after dumping soda over a reporter’s head

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Dance Nation @barebonesblackbox

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When your January term starts Dec 18. #partylikeaprof

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What are you eating at midnight breakfast?

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Serving at midnight breakfast.

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In December 1999, I Was Blogging About Joseph Heller, E-Journalism, and Travel Writing

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