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  • beanielou
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    Happy anniversary! 🍻
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    Happy anniversary! Sounds like you made good use of the day 😊
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    Happy anniversary! Great that the takeaway was cheaper than before.

    I read too quickly and thought that what with competitive energy prices Mr EH has had a hot wash with white vinegar 😂 
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    Happy Silver Anniversary to you EH and MrEH!
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    Happy Silver Wedding Anniversary 🥂🎊 for yesterday 
  • Greying_Pilgrim
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    Late to the party (sorry) EH, but many congratulations to you and MrEH for your 25th Wedding Anniversary.  

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