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Quick update:


I've finally started Harry Potter 7.


It's raining like crazy.


I've registered to win tickets to the Japanese premiere of Grindhouse.


I've finally sent out my thank you cards.


My toe still hurts.



Today's pic "going out" is one of the more detailed pieces you'll see. I tend to work more simply for the daily pics.

G'night...

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