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It was chaotic and annoying but perfect.

Our kids got to grow up with their cousins.

We had our family close.

And my wife had a constant companion if she wanted it.

She still mowed my lawn years later.

She was the biggest pain in the ass, independent person I knew.

But she was my pain in the ass, and I loved the hell out of her.

“Ready for bed, Mrs. Carter?” I begged.

She laughed. “I’m always ready for bed with you, Gee.”

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