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I want us back
I want us back
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"The kids seemed to be having lots of fun." Anthony sipped his cocktail enjoying the scene before him. Emma and Ava were splashing water around inside in the pool giggling and swimming around the pool. Emma was not a good swimmer like Ava so she had to wear an inflatable swimming tube.
It was a sight that greatly appeased his soul, and when he turned to look at his wife he saw the smile at the corner of her mouth. She was also enjoying the view before her.
He also noticed a few lines at the corner of her eyes, the sadness in her eyes was beginning to fade away, she looked very
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