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Yep…usually is!!! Heeehehehe!!!
I do so love that beautiful bleedin’ sweater. I hope ya can save it girl!
I’m kinda of a sweaterholic myself. Just one of my many quirks!
You have yourself a fantastically blessed weekend sweetie.
I always look forward to your weekend adventures!!! :o)
I hope this new colours will still make it an interesting sweater to wear. Enjoy your week-end 🙂
Oh..I’ve done that – tried to wash something that said it needs to be dry cleaned!! Gotta laugh about Halloween!
Hi,
enjoying your blog and the horse videos and stories. I am a new reader! Happy Halloween!
Donna
Oh no!! Still looks good though..