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Jeff Ryan, Guy No.2

Jeff farms during the day, but in the evening he e-mails his observations about life on the farm to his city-dwelling friends. He weaves these observations into entertaining stories that are sure to bring recognition, sometimes tears, but mostly a few smiles and outright belly laughs.

E-mail: guyno2@gmail.com

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  • Jan. 25, 2012
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  • Nov. 14, 2011
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  • Oct. 6, 2011
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