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         The life and times of Mark and Paula Persons

December 6, 2009:  Mark and Paula attended the annual Macy's Holiday Display in Minneapolis.  It is a 47 year tradition.  This year's theme was, "A day in the life of an elf." 

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From Siren Hill, they announced arrivals.

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Here, a mouse is being chased while a table is being set for dinner.

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Music was everywhere and the animals danced to it.

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In the kitchen, bread was being baked. 

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Reindeer were learning to fly while mail was sorted.

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Then, it was time to go into Santa's Workshop.

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It is a miracle the elves get any work done around here.

Mark and Paula had a wonderful time.

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Quote of the day:  Macy's...lead on!.   Mark