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On a windy but sunny day on the eve the history of the
of summer, gardeners, neighbors and Country Gardeners
friends gathered at Julie Smith’s beautiful
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70th birthday of the Country Gardeners in time but also brought a sense of
club. We enjoyed homemade dishes courage, creativity, kindness and a
from members’ kitchens. We reviewed never-wilting determination to make a
photo albums and newspaper clippings good life in the country. Hidden Keys To A Smaller Elder Care in the
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