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[oshunluvr]

Isn't it nice when we all get along so well?

Hmmmm, I wonder what he means by that.

[Qqmike]

Ha! Maybe I got hit by a wave of cynicism! Social commentary. We do actually get along around here.

[oshunluvr]

I'm definitely a cynic and sarcastic to boot, and yes you're right.