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The constant ding of her tablet, sitting on the table in front of her, was a relentless distraction from our meal. That is, until she turned the device toward her husband, and I realized… <a class=”more-link” href=”https://erynlynum.com/i-thought-they-were-rude-but-then-they-taught-me-a-life-lesson-on-marriage/”>Read More</a>
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