Nearly Summer Solstice, A Gorgeous Walk In the Neighborhood

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Beautiful soft temperature and no wind today, so I took a short walk combined with a visit to the Post Office. Cute houses, gorgeous flowers, another Little Free Library. What's not to love? Hope you are all having a glorious Monday!

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