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Tree Lady

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12. Same here retired

Reply to walkingman (Reply #2)

Tue Mar 31, 2026, 08:47 PM

Tuesday

I have a zoom senior class that day, but will tell teacher why I am skipping that day.

No shopping for one day? If we can't do that we have major problems beyond Trump.

It's actually a easy ask but if millions do it, it will make a difference especially with school and work.

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