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I would predict a landslide (Blue!) Without a hint of déjà vu But superstition rears its head And warns me to shut up instead Or else I would absorb the blame If vic’try came to What’s-His-Name. The reason why might give you pause – A kinnehura*’d be the cause. *a pronouncement indicating good fortune which should not be uttered for fear of attracting the “evil eye.” (Yiddish)

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Date: 11/5/2020 9:45:00 PM
it's like telling a pitcher he's throwing a no-hitter. no one wants to be the one! loved reading this ~ john
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Date: 11/4/2020 3:57:00 PM
You certainly were right not to say anything. The election's been a lot closer than all the 'experts' predicted. Looks like Joe's got it though. Hope he'll be a great President! :) gw
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Date: 11/3/2020 12:01:00 PM
Let your voice be heard, just remember Trump will NOT go down with his ship! Aloha! Rico
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Date: 11/3/2020 11:03:00 AM
Fine write ilene, good penning with nice expression too. But keep quiet I would!!
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Date: 11/3/2020 10:42:00 AM
Best keep mum Ilene and I'd give old trumpty the evil eye:-( hugs jan xx
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Date: 11/3/2020 10:20:00 AM
Dont speak Ilene lol. Tom
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Date: 11/3/2020 7:55:00 AM
- Most people are afraid of the evil eye (What’s-His-Name) ... well written, Ilene - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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