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November 21, 2006 

Mr. GeorgeRodez
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DearMr. Rodez: 

I would like to congratulate you for your wonderful exhibition "Modern 
Memoriesof Cuba." Your work truly bringsto life the traditionalCuban life-style and I 
am very proudof all your accomplishmentsas an artist. 

You possessa wonderful talentthat hasallowedyou the opportunityto participate 

in many exhibitionsandeventsaroundthe world, eachtime representing Sout|-Florida 
with the utmostprofessionalismandskill. The dedicationyou haveshownto the arts, and 
your involvement in fund raising for charitable organizationsthrough your generousart 

contributionsis truly commendable.I thankyou so very much for all that you havedone. 

Once again,allow me to congratulate you on your mostrecentexhibition, I am 
confidentit was a splendid event.I encourage you to maintain your dedicationto the arts 
andto our community; your hardwork is fundamentalto shaping the cultural heritageof 

SouthFlorida for years to come.I wish you goodluck andall the bestin your future 
endeavors. 

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