STRANGERS MAY CHEER YOU UP, STUDY SAYS


	STRANGERS MAY CHEER YOU UP, STUDY SAYS

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12-7-2008 12:10 AM

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12-9-2008 4:32 PM

zizzy

I've spent most of the last four years talking to strangers. I think it's like that with most travelers. I have fond memories of conversations with people I've only met once.

12-9-2008 4:35 PM

grammydjb1

BS if I ever heard it!!

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