Bring out the Champagne! Gay Marriage Ban Overturned in California


	Bring out the Champagne! Gay Marriage Ban Overturned in California

zizzy

5-15-2008 4:29 PM

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zizzy says:

A big hug and kiss to my gay brothers and sisters in California!

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5-15-2008 5:36 PM

alanocu

really happy to hear this!

5-15-2008 8:10 PM

debbyski

I'll drink to that baby

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