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Welcome to my new blog called "My Blended Life". Here I will be able to share about our new blended family established 4-13-19. I will be sharing insights from a Family Relations class I am currently taking as well as our journey as a family.

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  1. n10seashellJanuary 13, 2020 at 6:55 PM

    Please let me know for those who I have added from class if you can read this.

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  2. UnknownJanuary 17, 2020 at 7:44 PM

    I am so excited to hear what you have to say!

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