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63. Thank you Thomas Hurt. Flipper will always win out because of his swimming skill, laughter and energy level. Thank you

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Fri Jan 16, 2026, 03:41 PM

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When you were a child , who was your favorite television show animal? Mine was Lassie. How about you? Edited I meant [View all] debm55 Friday OP

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Chip and Tramp from My Three Sons. Polly Hennessey Friday #65

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