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End of session (browser)
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2 years after last activity
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18 months
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2 years
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30 seconds
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2 years
_gid
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24 hours
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Used to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests when using Google Tag Manager
1 minute
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90 days
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30 minutes after last activity
Thank you so much for hosting Marty, yet another wonderful party.
Take care and keep safe.
Have a nice week.
Fabby
Thanks so much for hosting each week! Stay safe, healthy and happy!!
Hugs,
Debbie
Marty, thanks so much for hosting us once again! Have a great week.
Have a nice week Marty and thanks for hosting!
thanks for having us over, Marty, take care and stay well!
Great party each week Marty. Happy Tuesday.
Thank you for hosting! This is what I featured the week of 3-23 to 3-27 on my blog. On Tuesday was Banana Walnut Bread. Wednesday was my very own Banana Split Dump and Go Pie. Thursday was Blueberry Banana Bread With a Secret Touch. And winding up this Banana Week of Goodies is Tip Friday Keeping Eggs Fresh. Enjoy!
Thank you so much for hosting! This week I am excited to share my Easter basket ideas for him (a date night version!), my bunny hop easter tablescape, and some great hobbies for kids to take up! Hope you have a wonderful week, stay safe and healthy!
Thanks for hosting and stay safe.
Thank you for the feature of my embellished Easter eggs:-) and for hosting this party. Stay healthy
Thanks so much for hosting each week, Marty! It’s been a wild few weeks for sure and your party is always a great and welcomed distraction. Sending you hugs and hoping you and your family are all well and safe, CoCo
Thank you so much for the feature, Marty! I was almost late to the party. Working from home has gotten me a bit discombobulated!