A Journey

 







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  1. BridgetAugust 28, 2025 at 5:05 AM

    I was just thinking life was a bit more interesting then, and yes can completely see it could all relate to things today - I may read Tim's book 'The Brendan Voyage'. I will buy and can share if anyone wants to borrow.

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  2. JeanieSeptember 28, 2025 at 10:09 AM

    If you do buy, will you share with me? Or a Christmas present idea Mum?

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