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I’m not afraid to ask. What’s going on with you and Cooper?

Pam

Ladies, she’s new to the chat. I think she doesn’t quite understand that this is the place we share all the dirty details.

Jo

Evan, don’t worry about Pam and Cece, they’re cool.

Pam

We sure are.

Cece

The absolute coolest.

Hannah

Didwe scare you off?

Me

You didn’t. I just…I don’t think I’ve ever met women like you.

Pam

Honey, there are no women like us.

Welcome to mayhem. We’re chaotic but loving. And we’re really happy to have you.

Cece

Damn right we are.

Pam

If you need anything, ever, you come to us.

You’re having my first grandchild, so that means we’re family now.

Amelia

Don’t bother protesting. They’ll just hold on tighter until you give in.

Jo

And then Cece will make your favorite cake, and Pam will make margaritas without measuring the tequila, and before you know it, you’re drunk on her couch telling us all your deepest secrets.

Cece

I already have all the ingredients for black forest cake at the ready.

Me

How do you know that’s my favorite?

Cece

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