Another event that brings people together is the blessing of the vegetables every spring.

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The board gave its blessing despite the pointed objections of another group of economists, of whom James Galbraith is the most prominent.

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But after such an incredible year hopefully it will turn out to be a blessing in disguise and be the kick up the backside we maybe needed ahead of another huge year.

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Another cause of discord in the worldwide Anglican communion has been the election of an openly gay bishop and the blessing of same-sex unions.

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