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Hello Subscribers, I just wanted to apologize. Currently, I cannot keep this blog up to date. I am attempting to write two books each quarter. Also, this sign up form is not working properly and doesn't let me know when someone subscribes. So whether you are few or many, reading my blog, just know that maybe one day I can get back to this. All the best, Chariss

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