A Matching Pair

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This photograph totally cracks me up, yet brings great sadness.  Today would have been my parents' wedding anniversary.  It makes me incredibly sad knowing their time together was cut short.    

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  1. I loved your mom! That is a wonderful picture of both your dad and mom. Hugs from PA!

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