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Letter of the Month: Mom’s 2+2

Don Clar, a close friend of mine, informed me that he sent a letter talking about a car that is in my family. The car is a 1966 Pontiac 2+2 that my mom purchased new in 1966. Yes, we still have this car, and we still have my mother. I would love to share its unique story through the 56 years it has been in the family. This is my mom’s jewel for sure! It was also the car that brought me home from the hospital. Not many people can say they came home in such a stylish car, let alone still own it. My father took care of the mechanics and maintenance for many years up until his health would no longer allow it. Today the car is housed in

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