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Candlelight Vigil

I went to the candlelight vigil in People’s Square with my wife tonight. It gave me some mixed feelings. I was happy to reverently hold a candle in memory of the many victims of the earthquake. On the other hand, I really didn’t see the need... ...full story at Sinosplice

from Sinosplice on Mon, May 19 2008

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