God Jul
I spent Christmas eve with my parents and saw this card from some of our Swedish relatives — thought I’d share it. 🙂 God Jul, Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays!
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A little late but, God Jul!
Hi Emma,
It’s never too late to spread good cheer — thanks! God Jul to you too!