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In Arizona, The Grand Canyon is a universal great place admired by all the nations of the world. 




Kokopelli: very old and mythical symbol of the Indian nation of the American Southwest.  

(You can return to Day 46 for information about Kokopelli.)

 Thank you again, Annie.

 My best,
Jane

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