Interview with...Cathie Dunn

The lovely Mandy James has grilled me. Join us on her fabulous blog!






See you there! :-)

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  1. Anonymous10 July 2012 at 19:26

    Hello Cathie, great, interesting and different interview there - left a comment :)

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    1. Cathie Dunn10 July 2012 at 19:49

      Thank you, BlackTulip. Mandy asked me some fantastic questions. Made me think.

      Thanks for popping over - and for your lovely comment.

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