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State
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Participant Remarks
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Year
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AL
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“The class was an excellent start for a
new person in this field. The
speakers, materials, presentations, pace and cost of program met my
expectations.” Fran Hannah, De-clutter That
Space
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2008
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CA
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“Anne's training style is very engaging
and relaxed allowing me to feel free to ask questions. The training
reinforced areas that I felt competent in and gave me the
confidence in the areas where I
was lacking knowledge. I have come away from this seminar energized and ready
to get out there and
organize.” Sandy Newman, Expert
Organizing Solutions www.expertorganizingsolutions.com
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2008
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CA
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“The Webinar training program
presentations, material, knowledge of speaker, pace of program and cost of
program all more than met my expectations.
Anne encouraged questions and answered them
clearly and her communication style kept me focused and interested. I would definitely recommend the Professional Organizer Training InstituteÔ program to anyone seeking a
career as a professional organizer.” Jamie
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2008
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CA
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“Overall
our speaker far exceeded my expectations for this experience. I left the seminar feeling very hopeful and energized in
my journey to becoming a professional organizer and business owner!” Jenna
Evans, Everything’s Going As Planned
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2008
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Canada
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“The training program offered
through the Professional
Organizing Training InstituteÔ appealed to me because of the Day 3 client practicum. The client practicum experience far
exceeded my expectations! I now have
more confidence in my ability to put to use the
boatload of information I received in Day 1 and Day 2. Thank you Anne!”
Heather Ast
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2008
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CO
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“Anne delivers a dynamic and comprehensive
overview of the Professional
Organizing profession. Her client scenarios and broad spectrum of organizing
opportunities equipped me with a plethora of possibilities for my new
business venture. Her level of expertise leaves no stone unturned. I left the seminar supplied with the
resources and information that I will need to get my business off the ground and headed toward a fulfilling career.”
Marilyn
Thelen
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2008
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CO
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“Anne
- I thoroughly enjoyed the class
and really appreciated you sharing your experiences. It's always nice to hear
both the pros and cons of starting
a new career. The pace of the
class made it easy for us to continue with our daily routines and
obligations. I was amazed at the pictures of some of the
clients in the case studies. It
really brought in to perspective what we may encounter when taking on new
clients. It also helps us decide what
area we would like to go into - i.e. paper management or whole house
organization. The training worked very well for me and
it also allowed others joining the class late to participate as well. Your calm demeanor was also comforting to us
and helped eliminate any jitters from being a new student I had in the beginning.
I searched a couple companies that do their
own training once you sign on with them.
I didn't want to commit to a job / career in this area until I researched further. There was also another
class on the Internet that I
researched, but I didn't want the
expense of traveling. Your Webinar course was perfect for me. The
SolutionsForYou Professional Organizer Training InstituteÔ provided all of the
information I had hoped it would for starting a new career. This course
answered all of the questions I
had and provided information I had not even thought about. I had researched other classes but this course offered the structure I was looking for. I am glad I took
this course and would recommend it to others!” Terri Duchaine
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2008
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CT
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“The Webinar training program covered all the material I was expecting to learn plus much
more. From the very fundamentals
of staring an organizing business, to developing a thorough marketing
strategy, to working with the
clients on different organizing projects. For anyone interested in breaking
into the organizing business, this
program is a great way to start.” Amy Ferris
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2008
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CT
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“The very nature of Webinar training has
it's limitations as we're not in a "live" group environment and therefore the
level of communication and interaction is limited. Having said that I was
impressed with Anne's level of knowledge and pleased with how it was
presented. It was a lot of information to absorb and, as with any extended
presentation; we only retain a certain percentage of the
information. It will be critical for me to go back and review the information, both the
manual and recorded versions to reinforce what I've learned and to continue
learning. Anne gave great tips and ideas and resources for professional
organizers. Making herself available for follow-up questions and assistance
is greatly appreciated.” Linda Springett
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2008
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MA
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"Anne's class was complete and comprehensive, and
led me to ask a number of questions I'd not previously thought about. Anne
clearly enjoys teaching and welcomed questions, and gave well informed
answers. She clearly has a lot of experience behind her. I found the forms she provided a good starting place for
me to customize to my specialties." Christel
Reeve
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2008
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MI
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"I found the
unit one sessions very informative and helpful in building any business. The
unit two sessions explained the
process a professional organizer goes through for each job, which I had
really wanted to know. The average session lasted about an hour, which was a
good amount of time. The only time I found my mind wandering was the paper management session, which included a lot
of good information, but after the
hour I didn't want to hear about paper ever again. My favorite session was the challenging clients you will meet, I loved the stories Anne told about working with her
clients. When I first came across the
webinar training program I wasn't sure what to expect, I wasn't even sure
what a webinar was. But I took the
plunge and signed up for it right then
and there because I wasn't sure
how to start or run my business. My brothers
said that it was going to be a waste of money; you can get that information
from a book at the library. But they were wrong I have learned more from this
webinar than I could have from books I found on starting a home business, it
always helps to have a teacher to whom you can ask questions when you are unsure.
I found the webinar to be a
delight and Anne was extremely helpful and ready to answer questions. It was
well worth the money and I would
recommend this program to anyone considering a career in professional
organizing." Megan Kinlin
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2008
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MT
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“Great information packed three days! I
would recommend this course to anyone contemplating starting up an
organization business. The instructor and other
presenters are experts in their
field and give essential and practical tips and advice. Because I have a business background and an
MBA I thought that I could start up my organization business without the class - and I could have but I would have
wasted a lot of time and effort doing things that don't add value. The class
is a great investment in your business.”
Nancy Anderson
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2008
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NC
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“Anne, thank you for an incredibly
informative and interesting class. I was able to clearly distinguish between
my affinity for organizing people and their
things, and the actual
qualification of "professional organizer". You presented the materials concisely and professionally,
clearly articulating your material, while keeping the
atmosphere casual and inviting. I thoroughly enjoyed having the chance to toss around business name ideas, and
getting hints from other people
who were also new to the
organizing profession. You gave us just the
right mix of formal training with roundtable discussion. I would recommend
this class to anyone who wants to turn a natural talent for organizing into a
profession.” Bonnie
Medlin
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2008
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NJ
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The training was great for those starting
out in the business. Anne as the Presenter was excellent, knowledgeable, patient when we asked questions. Thanks Anne!” Annette
Masaryk
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2008
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NJ
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“I believe this is worth the investment.
To get all of this information you would need to purchase many books
on this subject with a lot of reading. This format saves travel time and
gives you the opportunity to ask
questions. The best part is that you have a coach that you can ask questions
to after the session. Thanks again.” Pat
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2008
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NH
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“This was a comprehensive and easy to
follow training for someone starting their
professional organizing business. It equipped me with the
tools and information not just to become a professional organizer, but a
business owner as well. I now know exactly what steps I need to take to get
my official business going, and how to be a good professional. The speaker
was very knowledgeable, eloquent and approachable. She continues to be
helpful even after the training
program has ended, by being willing to answer further
questions participants may have related to the
organizing business. Thank you very much!”
Simonida
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2008
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NY
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"I thoroughly enjoyed the training program. It provided invaluable
information that will assist in getting one's professional organizing
business off the ground. The
materials and information that were presented were extremely educational to
someone like myself who is new to this industry. The webinars were
interesting and Anne has a style of presenting that keeps you engaged in what
she is saying. I would highly recommend this webinar to others who are considering professional organizing
as career. I have also taken NAPO classes and what I prefer about Professional
Organizer Training InstituteÔ is that it is comprehensive and
your courses are offered much more frequently!" Shannon
Rattner
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2008
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NY
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“Anne provided us with excellent
information so that hopefully we won't make the
mistakes as others might make
during their first years. This training is an excellent roadmap to success
in the field of Professional
Organizing.” Feikje
van Rein
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2008
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OR
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"I signed up for
this seminar in hopes of gaining additional information to help grow my
business. I was very pleased to receive very helpful information and great
handouts. I would like to become quicker at understanding the wants and needs of each client. This seminar
had great feedback for me in many sections, such as the
clutter control and paper management. I think also the
plan of action will give me a better understanding of what information I need
to get from the client in order to
better suit their needs. Overall I
feel the class was beneficial for
me and it was really nice to be in the
comfort of my own home with my tools on hand for learning." Erin
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2008
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OR
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“Anne, your training was truly outstanding. I found your
"style" easy to follow, and appreciate your ethical
standards. I particularly admire your ability to speak
extemporaneously, without being patronizing or condescending in any
way. You have participants at varied levels of experience, age and
education, and your communication strengths are excellent.” Karen
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2008
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OR
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"I have a keen interest in people and a desire to
support others with the transitions that life continually offers.
There are times we can get stuck in these
transitions and need a little help to get moving again. This is my starting
point when looking to my future as a Professional Organizer. I have the heart and the
compassion to help people see beyond the
clutter that is weighing them
down. I know it will take time and experience to become a skillful
Professional Organizer but I feel well prepared after my intensive training
with Anne Blumer." Kelly
Martin, Butterfly Organizing
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2008
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OR
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"The one-on-one training was very valuable to me. I
prefer this type of training to a webinar. The practicum with a client allows
you to put into practice what was learned in the
institute. The process of working with a client was clear and I believe will
translate well into working well with clients. The class was fun and
interesting with great examples and lots of humor. I enjoyed it greatly!
Thanks Anne." Susan Robinson, Style and Organize
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2008
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OR
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“Anne's Professional Organizer training program gave me even more
confidence to continue doing the
job that I love. I was drawn in by her laughter and sincere story telling. I
loved it when she talked about her family and about how she became a
professional organizer. Her hard work
over the past several years has
allowed us trainees to take our businesses to the
next level without "re-inventing the
wheel". Thank you Anne.” Hannah
Tuck, Bloom Organizing www.bloomorganizing.com
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2008
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OR
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“Anyone seeking to become a professional organizer should absolutely
attend this seminar. The training was very informative and offered valuable
insight into the many aspects of
this profession. The chance to talk to a CPA and Lawyer in that setting was
extremely helpful. Anne has a wonderful teaching style and truly seems to
care that you become successful. She welcomed questions and made the learning environment friendly and
encouraging. She radiates a genuine
love of her profession and is a role model for anyone who wants to enter this
field.” Judi Nagel, The Clutter Free
Queen www.clutterfreequeen.com
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2008
|
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OR
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“For me, this program put in black and
white what I've known instinctually for a long time: that there is a genuine need for this kind of service;
that, as Professional Organizers, we are affecting peoples' lives in positive
and meaningful ways, and that, Yes!, we can make a living doing this. Thank
you Anne, for your professionalism and encouragement!” Michele Iverson
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2008
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PA
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“I found the
cost of the Webinar to be very
reasonable. The web-based class was very convenient for me because of my work
schedule. The Webinar instructions were easy to follow. I especially
appreciate that I can listen to the
presentation again to catch the
points that I missed. Anne is a great teacher; she is very clear and concise.
The material was presented in a logical, orderly fashion. I feel encouraged
and excited to get started on my own. Now that I have a step by step process
to follow I feel I have roadmap to my success.”
Carol Van Sciver
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2008
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RI
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“I have a better idea of what it takes to
get the "business" of
Professional Organizing up and running, which for me has been a significant
obstacle. And gaining insight into "real-world" experiences through
Anne's stories helps to take away some of the
mystery of dealing with clients. I obviously feel more comfortable when I
have "knowns", so the
training has definitely boosted my confidence.” P.H.
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2008
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TX
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The knowledge and experience I received
from Anne Blumer's training for professional organizers is immeasurable. I
had many questions coming in to the
training and each one was answered to my highest expectation. I highly
recommend this training program for anyone wanting to start a professional
organizing business.” Mindy Walls
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2008
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UT
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“Very
thought provoking! I like the pace and set-up that included one day of
business, one day of professional organizer skills, and one day of
hands-on. The materials are extremely
comprehensive and complete.” Michelle
Powell, Contain Yourself
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2008
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WA
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“I learned so much! Learning how to
conduct the client assessment from
initial contact to the on-site
presentation of the 'plan' was
invaluable! Anne was able to pull together
my lifetime experiences into a solid framework with her in-depth information
and hands-on experience resulting in my confidence in saying "I am a
Professional Organizer." I started with my first client on May 9, 2008
just 2 days after the Professional
Organizer Training Institute seminar!! I have recommended Professional
Organizer Training Institute to my daughter-in-law.” Patricia Carpenter, Order Out of Chaos
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2008
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WI
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"It was a great experience.
I would definitely recommend it to anyone that is interesting in
becoming a professional organizer. It was loaded with great information and
it hit every point someone would need to know about how to get started with
this. The presentation was easy to
follow along with. The presenter was
very knowledgeable and gave plenty of opportunities to ask questions if
needed. I really liked the
30 second hook and the checklists
are very helpful. Also the section
on disorders was very informative and I hadn't realized that there are actually person out there that just can not throw things away, I
couldn't believe it. Overall the
training was great and I definitely learned a lot." Stephanie
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2008
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CA
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“Anne
provided clear, inspirational, and concise resources to help participants get
their professional organizing
businesses started and poised for success. Her personality, skill set, and
selflessness made for an excellent, productive, and inspiring three days.” Lindsey
Fiske
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2007
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CO
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‘I
would highly recommend the
training program for those wanting to get into the
business. I found Anne very knowledgeable and friendly. This was truly a
bonding experience both with Anne and my co-participants. I feel I am
prepared to start my own business and will be successful. Thank you Anne!” Barbara
Fisher, Creative Interior Specialists www.cispecialists.net
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2007
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OR
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“Congratulations
and thank you again for a very positive experience in learning. I feel that
your seminar was very well organized and comprehensive, while at the same time being accessible and interesting. I
needed positive and human examples of other
women who have done this successfully. You certainly qualify in spades.” Nina
Celeste, Domestic
Bliss Home Organizing Services, LLC
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2007
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OR
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“Anne
is very friendly and full of great beneficial information. This is a
great training for those considering becoming a Professional
Organizer.” Rosann Johnson, Organize It Right www.organizeitright.com
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2007
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OR
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“You
packed so much wonderful information into a very concise three day seminar. You
gave us the tools to take the next step and become Professional
Organizers.” Robert Johnson, Organize It Right www.organizeitright.com
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2007
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OR
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“The
hands-on experience was really fun and the
material presented was all you need to know to get started.” Ronya
Nichols, Ronnie Nichols Decor www.ronninicholsdecor.com
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2007
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WA
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