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\"\"<\/a>Well, we\u2019re not done yet.<\/p>\n

Maybe today for the house. Actually I think it likely. We did a lot yesterday\u2026 But there\u2019s also my office. That may drag on into the beginning of next week\u2026<\/p>\n

After cleaning and doing the memorial service and a little bit more cleaning we came home, ate take out, and I simply went to bed. Eight forty\u2026 And now I\u2019m up at six o\u2019clock a.m. Haven\u2019t had that much sleep in ages\u2026<\/p>\n

Soon we must be off.<\/p>\n

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More sorting cleaning, some packing at the office.<\/div>\n
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Tonight the Zen group begins at its new location at St John\u2019s Episcopal church. We\u2019ll formally install the new practice leader\u2026\n

But first a cup of coffee\u2026<\/p><\/div>\n

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