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In this week's catch-up, Jill shares that Kendall just got back from Arizona where she visited with Kalani Hilliker and got to meet her fiancé! Jill will be attending the wedding later this year, and is excited for the trip. Melissa is getting ready for vacation and looking forward to doing NOTHING. The moms talk bathing suits and waxing. Also, what Pittsburgh restaurants are their favorites?

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