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Happy Thanksgiving from Benchmark International
November 26, 2014
Benchmark International would like to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving!
We have had a fantastic year and have a great deal to be thankful for, particularly time afforded with family and friends, old and new.
Whatever you are doing today be sure to relax, eat as much as you can and most of all, enjoy the time spent with loved ones.
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