Harvey +3, Monday Morning August 28, 2017

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Let night Lisa and I had a minor breach of our palace walls. We might have stemmed the tide for now but my focus tomorrow will be on Lisa, Ethan, and the house. 

I will try to make myself available as possible and will forward emails as necessary if I am unable to resolve an issue.


Thanks in advance for your understanding.  

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