The self-portrait

When you have found love....

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October 23rd 2006
this is for my friends rachelle and richard who have recently became engaged...... because i can't raise a glass to toast, give them a hug of support, or show them my joy with my biggest smile......i can only write this.... You both are amazing..... you have ....... supported me when i ran around the city, helped my blow out my candles, showed us around london with the skills of a 5-star ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more