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Top Posts Of The Week And Open Thread

9.17.10 12:30 PM EDT By Laura Northrup@lnorthrup

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  • “Sexy” “Sesame Street” And “Costume” Should Not Be In The Same Sentence
  • Meet The Airline Seat That Will Destroy Your Crotch
  • You’re Never More Than 115 Miles From McDonald’s
  • What’s Wrong With This Walmart Sign?
  • Store Says Mother Is “Too Fat” To Enter Warehouse

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9.17.10By Laura Northrup@lnorthrup

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