Kay Bojesen signed hippo  

The Adventures of Kay B Hippo
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Wonderful!!
Just don't let him fall in the water... This hippo can't swim.

I know, right?
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He needs a name.
He needs a name.

I think Hippo needs a world tour...
photographed in front of the pyramids,the Eiffel Tower,the Taj mahal,etc.You know,much like they did with the garden gnome.

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You've lost it!
You've lost it!

lost it?
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I thought you said you were keeping him....interesting
apparently not?
http://cgi.ebay.com/Kay-Bojesen-signed-Hippo-near-perfect-condition-/180...

Backseat Hippo
"So I've decided to keep him (for 32 more days, then it's eBay any sooner would be disingenuous on my part) and he's thrilled and having so much fun (but little does he know our true intentions, to be sold to the highest bidder. Possibly to be hacked into pieces for ancient Chinese medicinal remedies. He'll be lucky to find an appreciate home that'll give him the chance to enjoy life by the pond, musical wonders of playing the piano, modeling in sexy poses by ponds/pianos/car interiors and daily affirmations of "I love you Hippo")!"

beat to the punch...
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Hi
What is the reserve?
I'm still offering $5.

I think it's quite brilliant...
your Blog and all. You listed it too quick though. Build some more blog-buzz, do some fun videos with your kids and put them on FaceTube, then create a story about him needing a new home and THEN sell. Great find, good luck with the auction.

Don't worry
It will still sell for the typical amount anyway.

Thanks
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