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Ian - what a beautiful picture of your daughter!
oh hahaha so funny booklover - I laughing so hard at the faucet kitty.
Comment by booklover on February 10, 2013 at 8:52am Would love to join, Napoleon, but my French is at the level of "Fromage chevre, s'il vous plait..." I understand far too little to join.
A daughter to be proud of, congrats, Ian!
Comment by Joan Denoo on February 9, 2013 at 11:54pm Melinda, your photo is so touching; their affection for each other is clear.
Comment by Joan Denoo on February 9, 2013 at 11:51pm Ian, your daughter is beautiful! You must be very proud of her. May your relationship be rich with communication, deep and loving with emphasis on flourishing for both of you.
Comment by Ian Mason on February 9, 2013 at 11:24pm "Astrid" is an old-nordic name. Original meaning is a little unclear but possibly "divinely beautiful" or "greatly loved".
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Comment by booklover on February 9, 2013 at 12:47pm Beautiful Ian! Love her name also! Glad you had fun!
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