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I've created a new menu linking to people who are regular visitors to WMTC. If you read my blather and you have a blog or website, send me the link and I'll include you.

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  1. Doctor Marco3 January 2005 at 08:27

    I am glad to see my name in your list. I will add a link to your blog in my own one

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  2. laura k3 January 2005 at 08:33

    Glad to see you're still reading me. :)

    I rummaged through all the old comments, looking for your name and URL.

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  3. Kyle_From_Ottawa4 January 2005 at 07:32

    Happy anniversary!

    I just finished catching up on your blog. I haven't been online much over the holidays. Thanks for the link!

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  4. Cin5 January 2005 at 19:56

    Once again, thank you for continuing to publish such a great blog. Reading the news and then reading your blog puts a whole different slant on things, and makes me dig deeper.

    It's also made me realize that in order for Canada to stay attractive, a lot of us who are already here have to maintain a sense of gratitude, ensure we don't get lazy, and speak up as often as needed.

    Keep up the great work!

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  5. laura k6 January 2005 at 05:04

    Oh my. Thank you so much. Excellent observation about life in Canada. That also reminds me that I'll still be an activist up there - a good thing! Thanks again for your high praise, I'll try to live up to it.

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