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Eastern Oklahoma is God’s country

By TERRY JOE WILES

There’s no doubt in my mind that as this world was being put together, God parked the prettiest parts of the area in southeast Oklahoma. Within minutes, there are lakes, rivers, creeks and streams to enjoy, as well as mountains and hills from which to look down and enjoy the beauty. There’s also small towns and some of the nicest people that you’re ever going to come across.

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