Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays!

From The Legal Genealogist to all those who have so enriched my life in 2023… I wish you the merriest of Christmases and happiest of Holidays!

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Objects in mirror may be closer than they appear. One half hour earlier in Newfoundland. One size fits all. Open other end. Opinions are neither copyrighted nor trademarked. Opt in if you wish to allow law enfgorcement to access your DNA. Other copyright laws for specific entries apply wherever noted. Other restrictions may apply. Package sold by weight, not volume. Parental discretion advised. Past performance does not predict future results and people can and do lose money. Penalty for private use. Place stamp here. Photoshopped trading cards of overweight political has-beens not accepted as currency. Please remain seated until the ride has come to a complete stop. Please step to the rear of the elevator. Poetry not accepted. Possible penalties for early withdrawal. Post office will not deliver without postage (nor, this year, on anything even remotely resembling on time). Prerecorded for this time zone. Press any key to continue. Price does not include taxes. Prices subject to change without notice. Privacy Notice: The contents herein are intended solely for the intended recipient. Processed at location stamped in code at top of carton. Processed in a facility where nuts are present. Professional wish-maker used in simulation.

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Taxes are the responsibility of the wish recipient (unless you’re in the 1%, in which case you’ve already gotten a tax break…). That dog won’t hunt. This wish is void where prohibited, taxed, or otherwise restricted. This is a disclaimer. This is not an offer to sell securities. This is only a test. This offer is void where prohibited, taxed, or otherwise restricted, which includes 98% of the world. This product is meant for educational purposes only. Times approximate. Traffic fines doubled in construction zones.

Unattended children will be given espresso and a free kitten. Unauthorized copying strictly prohibited. Use only as directed. Use only in a well-ventilated area. User assumes full liabilities. Wear protective eyewear when using. Wish is provided “as is” without any warranties expressed or implied. You may distribute this message freely but you may not make a profit from it. You must be present to win. You must be this tall to enter this ride. You need not be present to win. Your canceled check is your receipt.

Vaccine must be kept at -70 degrees Celsius. Vehicles must be registered. Void where prohibited.

Wear a mask. With six you get eggroll.

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And, of course, your mileage may vary.

Oh, and this supersedes any previous disclaimer.

Cite/link to this post: Judy G. Russell, “The Legal Genealogist’s Christmas & Holiday Wish 2023,” The Legal Genealogist (https://www.legalgenealogist.com/blog : posted 25 Dec 2023).