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

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

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Frozen opens tonight. (All shows have been sold out for over a month.)

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A Christmas Carol (WAOB Audio Theatre)

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Dance Nation @barebonesblackbox

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What are you eating 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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