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Move Over Darling

Sorry, I can't help it... I will stop soon, but I just like looking at it...

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Pondside said…
Oh my goodness! Well done!! It's getting more and more fun to say 'I knew her when....'
BIG congratulations!
21 March 2012 at 07:06
Pauline Barclay said…
It's gorgeous and so very happy for you.... whow! xx
21 March 2012 at 09:05
Fennie said…
Very well done, Chris! Many congratulations.
21 March 2012 at 09:59
Unknown said…
It's beautiful. Thrilled for you!
21 March 2012 at 10:03
Cait O'Connor said…
Congratulations Chris!
21 March 2012 at 15:32
Chris Stovell said…
Fennie, Shirley and Cait - thank you all. It's so lovely to have friends saying such nice things about it - like having your baby admired!
22 March 2012 at 03:15
DOT said…
Brilliant! And so blueish!
22 March 2012 at 03:59
Preet said…
I like looking at it too! but I'd much rather be holding it in my hands and reading it! :p
22 March 2012 at 06:37
Flowerpot said…
Canit wait to read it, Chris!
27 March 2012 at 02:11
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