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Jan 09, 2026

Well, I am back from my vacation in El Salvador, and I gotta say I miss it already. Though after a day of traveling, I have to say I need a vacation from my vacation. Why is it always like that? Regardless, the news never sleeps!

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7 days ago · 3 likes · 1 comment · John F. Trent

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7 days ago · 2 likes · 1 comment · Fandom Pulse

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8 days ago · 4 likes · John F. Trent

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8 days ago · 6 likes · Brian Niemeier

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8 days ago · 7 likes · 4 comments · Sam Gray

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