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My deep thanks to everybody who voted for me!

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On June 1st I got some very good news that I'd love to share with you! My Twitter account made it to the list of Top 25 Language Twitterers and Top 100 Language Lovers! That wouldn't be possible without your support! I feel truly honored and blessed!


Wishing you a restful weekend and a wonderful week after that :)
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  1. Ekaterina&OlegJun 4, 2011, 2:43:00 PM

    Congratulations!

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  2. AnonymousJun 4, 2011, 4:22:00 PM

    Я так рада за тебя Оленька! Просто супер новость! Таня М.

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  3. AnonymousJun 6, 2011, 12:38:00 AM

    Поздравляю Оленька!

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  4. Olga ArakelyanJun 11, 2011, 8:52:00 AM

    Спасибо всем за поздравления!

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