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Remember a couple of months ago when we all celebrated Fiscal Cliffmass? Well, Congress was at it again this month with news that the White House was considering cancelling the annual Easter Egg Roll due to the sequester. Luckily the roll will go on, but as the sequester continues, other holidays might not get so lucky. Here are some thoughts on what could happen to the holiday industry: New Year’s Eve. Ball Drop? Don’t think so. Also, celebrations have been sequestered so parties won’t start till 11:50 p.m. and will end promptly at 12:05 a.m. Prepare for Andre instead of Dom. Valentine’s Day. CBO is projecting that budget gifts and wilted bargain barrel flowers will result in a significantly higher number of single individuals in the next Census. Saint Patrick’s Day. None of the rainbows will end in a pot o’ gold. Easter. In addition to no White House Easter Egg Roll, the budget for Bo’s bunny ears will undoubtedly be impacted.

We paired up with the Tommy Show [94.7 Fresh FM] to come up with a top ten list of things the sequester won’t affect. Listen to the show this morning and tweet us the ones we missed. Top 10 Things the Sequester Won’t Affect  Michelle Obama’s bangs Wizards’ losing streak …