Over the past year, I have periodically kept in touch with Sun, now 31 years old.

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And on semi-finals weekend they have every right to expect a touch of spring and a little sun - but this morning the Tykes I saw were wrapped up in all sorts of scarves, hats, coats and other miscellaneous winter clothing.

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Web sites that put Americans in touch with like-minded people who are willing to trade everything under the sun have also seen a boost in traffic.

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