(Have you ever wanted to show your gratitude so much that the words "Thank you" seemed insufficient? So what did you do? You added, "I really APPRECIATE it," didn't you? The word 'appreciate' just seems to provide that extra something. It really lets that person know that you're grateful for what they just did. That's what I want to do here. I am grateful that these cards were produced. They are my all-time favorites. This is the fifth in a series): Do you think Cleon Jones knew something that nobody else did when he posed for this photo? It sure looks like he did. The photograph likely was taken during spring training of 1969. Six months later, the Mets were miracle makers, the shocking Champions of the World. Jones looks positively youthful and brimming with confidence, which seems odd considering the Mets' history at the point of this photograph. But the reason I like this card so much is Jones' sunny disposition on one of the clean...
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