We're Off!

A quick note. We're waiting for takeoff at SFO. A shout-out to Emily and Terry for the last minute late night "hookup"... Big help!
T&T

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  1. AnonymousMarch 4, 2009 at 7:50 PM

    Bon Voy-aggie !

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  2. AnonymousMarch 6, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    Love you guys! Can't wait to hear more...

    -jaybee

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