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Friday, November 26, 2021

Quote of the Day -- Stendhal

A good book is an event to me.

-- Stendhal

Posted by Jelan at 9:56:00 AM

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Jelan: I'm a wife, mother, and grandmother. I worked for IBM in a variety of roles for 33+ years and enjoyed almost all of it. I retired in 2010 and have loved every minute of it. I read widely, practice yoga, play the piano, volunteer, and spoil our grand kids. My husband and I see the world as much as time and pocketbook allow.

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