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Brooklyn: Merry Christmas!

Zadie: I can’t believe we aren’t all together this year.

Juno: I know. I can’t remember when we weren’t all together for Christmas.

Maggie: Sorry. It’s my fault. Next time I have a baby. I’ll make sure not to have it around Christmas.

Eli: We won’t hold it against Ian.

Declan: Thanks. He doesn’t need that sort of negativity right away.

Keene: But you’re okay with us holding grudges down the road?

Declan: (Eye roll emoji)

Elizabeth: Speaking of Ian. Any news? Does he want to be a Christmas baby?

Maggie: Nothing to tell. He seems happy to stay put.

Brooklyn: Not a bad thing considering you’re not quite to your due date.

Maggie: I’m not complaining, but we are sad to miss Christmas with everyone this year.

Declan: Don’t forget to Facetime us when you’re opening gifts.

Juno: We won’t.

Brooklyn: Love you both. Can’t wait to meet Ian.

Zadie: My thoughts exactly. Sending all my love.

Maggie: Thanks everyone. (heart emoji)

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