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July 27, 2026
By jannelle sanchez

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A Touching Surprise 85th Birthday Party

Earlier this summer, my grandmother texted our family group chat...

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July 24, 2026
By Joanna Goddard

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Have a Lovely Weekend.

What are you up to this weekend? The boys and I are going swimming at Freddie's community pool. I'm the official diving board stunt videographer! Hope you have a good one, and here are a few links from around the web...

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July 24, 2026
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