Awe Inspiring Panama Canal

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Unbelievable ........  I am lost for words.

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  1. Anonymous15 December 2011 at 11:36

    Hello Richard, great website, it is nice to look back at the wonderful places that we visited on the California tour with you in September, wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, safe travels.

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