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Old 12-01-2005, 08:41 PM
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That is such a cool story about meeting the president and having him thank you! What a story to share w/Natalia some day.
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Wow!! What an experience. Sounds just dreamy.
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Congratulations Julie! You are blessed in so many ways. I'm so glad you had a wonderful trip and got to spend time with Dr. you-know-who! Welcome home!

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Welcome home Julie! Post pics when you get a chance!

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Welcome home Julie and Natalia! I have been thinking about you! Sounds like you had quite an amazing trip! I'm looking forward to seeing some pictures!!! Congratulations!
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Hi

Thanks for sharing your trip with us. Wow you met the president of Guatemala. What a nice thing to share with Natalia when she gets older. Glad it went so well. Can't wait to see pix.
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Welcome home, Julie!! And, welcome to the Granite State, Natalia!!!
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Thanks everyone.. It is good to be back... Natalia is the best!!! Lovin' everyminute of her....She still has a pretty irregular sleeping pattern during the day... and likes to be rocked, just the right way when falling asleep or she throws a hissy... but all in all.. I have no complaints


I am still working on the photo thing.... I promise some by sunday night...

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Welcome home..she sounds like a perfect baby! Very exciting to see the pres. of Guatemala and have him talk to you..what memories! Pictures please..
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