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Amie McGraham's avatar

I read this at the coffee bar of a local Phoenix indie bookshop this morning celebrating “602” day (our local area code) on 6/02 with a coffee special. Perfect!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Hi Amie! How cool. I've been really enjoying it and have almost finished. I love this idea of celebrating "602" day. :) How fun.

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Anna Kohler Smith's avatar

Love seeing the reel of you crossing the finish line! It's such clear evidence that you practice what you preach.

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Hi Anna! Oh thank you so much. It was an incredible trail run and it gives me something to write about. :) YAY!

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Ruth Stroud's avatar

Shop local—SO important! We have an independent bookstore called Pages (https://pagesabookstore.com) that is celebrating 15 years because of enormous community support. Thanks for drawing attention to this important action we all can take to support our local businesses.

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Hi Ruth, Wow, this is incredible, and wonderful to know. I'm working hard this year to pay attention to those local businesses that make a difference in our community. You're right, it's so important! Thank you for being here.

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Clark Rose's avatar

Your P.S....Congrats‼️

Cayuga trails FIFTY miles

Amazing EFFORT...‼️👣‼️

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Clark Rose's avatar

So proud of you and smiling about Howie's heavenly involvement. 🤗👣🤗

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

I had goosebumps. It was an incredible day. Thanks again Clark.

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you so much Clark! It was hard and beautiful. I'm so grateful I was able to finish. Howard played my favorite heavenly music.

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Howard H's avatar

Great book! Very informative and enjoyable read/listen!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Hi Howard! It's so great to get your message, and yes it's been so informative and helpful. Hope all is well.

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Mary B's avatar

Thanks for book recommendation, Julie! I just submitted my request to the Austin Public Library to purchase Diane's book!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Oh awesome! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Diane is so knowledgeable.

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Gary Spangler's avatar

Good morning Julie B. Hughes! Great book recommendation…if we consider the advertising budget for large, chain coffee shops, then consider how a small independent business can compete, our patronage of home town shops is critical! Great topic, Julie B. See you at 11:00 am today!

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Good morning Gary! Awesome, See you soon. :)

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