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What We Saw in the Utah Desert


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  1. Traci66April 21, 2010 at 8:16 AM

    Hello. I came by via Social Parade. I now am your newest follower. I hope you'll come see me. I am #22 on Mr. Linky or http://traci66.blogspot.com

    What neat photos looks like a neat place.

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  2. M-CatApril 21, 2010 at 9:24 AM

    Only in UT. seriously.

    We actually have to drive a different way to my brothers house so Sissy can see the ostrich's on the way. What does one do with an Ostrich for crying out loud

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  3. CJ SimeApril 21, 2010 at 10:07 AM

    Are those ostrich boots? What sicko decided to hang those up in that poor ostrich's home?! I pretty sure it wasn't the ostrich.

    Where is this place? I wouldn't mind checking it out next time I am in UT

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  4. Lisa Page RosenbergApril 21, 2010 at 11:13 AM

    Which one is you?

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  5. JenniferApril 21, 2010 at 1:06 PM

    Stopping by from Social Parade!
    Looking forward to reading more of your blog! I'm following and I've subscribed!

    Jennifer
    www.lebedafamily.blogspot.com

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  6. Jessica GuthrieApril 21, 2010 at 9:49 PM

    Great to be here! Stopping by from Social Parade! Enjoy the rest of your week! www.miamamiah.com

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  7. Ramblin MamaApril 22, 2010 at 7:23 AM

    I'm not participating in Social Parade but couldn't resist checking out a few of those listed. You've sucked me in! I'm now a follower! Maybe the boots belonged to the visitor who DIDN'T feed the ostrich!!!

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  8. JessicaApril 22, 2010 at 2:43 PM

    You are on my blog roll and I just have to say that I love you! Your honesty about the craziness of life helps me feel sane. You are amazing. :)

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  9. JuleeApril 22, 2010 at 10:01 PM

    I'm in Utah too...bet we've seen the same "desert"! ;)
    I'm a Subscriber from Social Parade! Visit me at http://www.jonbonjovious.blogspot.com and sign up for my newest giveaway!

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