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September 19

September 19

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September 19
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Delivery suite. People shouting ‘Push!’ Eight or nine of them. Shouting, really shouting. Lexi calm. Hairy crowning head – very hairy. Black hair. September 18th at 7:58 pm.

A BABY!

11lbs 11oz.

John.

I luff him.

He’s operatic; I’m singing. No need to worry about that. Delicious bonds. I’m crying.

Texted my brother who told Mum and Dad, separately. He’s not su…

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