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Old 10-08-2007, 11:29 PM
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Hello!

For those Grapes who remember me I wanted to pop my head in and say a quick 'Hi' from me and the new arrival, who came an unexpected 3 weeks early on the 31st August . Little boy, named Bradley weighing in at 7lb on the dot (oddly, he's 6 ounces heavier than my other little one who was only two days early )

Sorry I've not been around for a while, work had been pants and I've been trying to get my head down and sort out our finances etc. Fuuuunnn (not). Oh, and with the help of my Mum I FINALLY got on top of my garden at home - yeaaaahhhhhh

And you know the thought that popped into my head when I was laying on the hospital bed the night I gave birth? "Ooooo... I'll be able to get back down the lottie while I'm still in the growing season"

I'm at the in-laws at the mo, but when I'm back home on Sunday (depending what time I get home that is....) I'll post a quick piccie as I have a good one on my laptop readily resized in Picasa.

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Old 10-08-2007, 11:32 PM
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Congratulations Shortie, am sure we'll hear from you again soon. Glad you're both doing OK although am guessing you're lacking sleep either that or you're managing time travel. Was little Bradley born 31 JULY by any chance rather than August????
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Old 10-08-2007, 11:33 PM
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Congratulations Shortie, and welcome to Bradley. You said he was born 31st August, I presume you mean July? Whatever, welcome to the world, Bradley. I hope you get interested in gardening, like your Mum.
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Old 11-08-2007, 12:45 AM
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You're a lucky girl Shortie as Bradley will be a winner! all the best people are born on 31st July . I wonder what the world will be like in 68 years time when he reaches my age?
Give him an extra cuddle from me us 31sters have to stick together
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Old 11-08-2007, 01:23 AM
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Yaaaayyyy Well done Shortie, can;t wait to see the pictures of the back garden .... er I meant the small thingy ... er Baby thats the one.
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Old 11-08-2007, 08:18 AM
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Congrats Shortie. All best wishes for many blessings to you all.
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Old 11-08-2007, 08:36 AM
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Congratulations Shortie, I wondered where you had gone. Hope that the 'Little Man' is behaving himself and that you are getting some sleep.
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Old 11-08-2007, 10:27 AM
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Congrats Shortie. Looking forward to pics of garden and baby
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CONGRATULATIONS Shortie! Thought we hadn't heard from you for a while, now I know why. What does your little boy think of his baby brother? Best wishes to you all & hope you're soon back on your feet & in the garden again.
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Old 11-08-2007, 12:11 PM
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Old 11-08-2007, 02:30 PM
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Congratulations Shortie, all best wishes for you and family. Looking forward to your picture

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Congratulations Shortie and best wishes to you all. Welcome to the world Bradley. Will look forward to the pics.
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Congratulations on the new arrival Shortie
(Bet you're glad he didn't hang on for another 3 weeks - that'd be another lb or so??!!)
Hope you're managing to snatch some rest while you're @ the in-laws.
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Congratulations Shortie - I thought you must be due about now.
Look forward to seeing your pics and DO get a bit of rest at the in-laws while you can.
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Old 11-08-2007, 09:28 PM
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Well done that woman! Welcome to the world little Bradley. Happy families to you all.
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Old 12-08-2007, 12:39 PM
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Congratulations Shortie. It sounds as though you and Bradley are doing well. Enjoy this special time together.
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Old 12-08-2007, 05:46 PM
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Old 12-08-2007, 08:35 PM
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Shortie
Just wanna add my congratulations to all those before me. Good to know you're all well. Have missed ya on the Vine
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Old 13-08-2007, 10:35 AM
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Congratulations Shortie, My love and hugs to you all
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Congratulations Shortie, and a huge big happy welcome to little Bradley - sending wishes for all good things to you both, Love Sue
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Oh, and if I read his post correct, a belated happy birthday to grandpadragon as well!!!!
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Old 13-08-2007, 01:49 PM
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Congratulations Shortie, glad you are all doing well.

I am sure little Bradley will love the garden as much as you do.

Relax while you can, you will need some energy for the lottie

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Fantastic, well done Shortie! Look forward to seeing the pics!
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