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It's time to start thinking Valentine's Day. Here are 20 good possibilities for the holiday or other special occasions.
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Heart-shaped plants for Valentine's Day

Q: I was in a store the other day, and they were selling little heart-shaped plants. My wife loves plants, and I thought the heart-shaped plant would be a good Valentine's Day present. While I was ...
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