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Posted on July 1, 2012January 21, 2018 by Richard Creighton

Back from Chautauqua

Yesterday afternoon we arrived back home from Chautauqua. We had a terrific stay at The Spencer and have already reserved the same room for next summer. Kate got along well and enjoyed herself immensely.

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  • 9. A Review of My Two Elaines by Martin J. Schreiber
  • A. Eating Out: Our Prescription for Minimizing Social Isolation and Stress
  • B. My Thoughts on Motherhood: Lost and Found by Ann Campanella
  • C. A Review of Alzheimer’s Daughter by Jean Lee
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