Observations of the trailing spouse

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Tuesday, December 16, 2008

The hottest gift this holiday season, courtesy of The Onion


Aunts And Stepdads Line Up For This Year's Hottest Gift: The Electric Tea Kettle
Posted by Ben at Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Labels: Funny, Holiday

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I am a trailing spouse. My wife and I moved from Boston to West Hartford, as she accepted a teaching position at a local college. I left my old life behind. As I figure out my new environment, I write this blog. You can reach me at trailingspouseben@yahoo.com
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