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Beyoncé is expanding her horizons!

The Grammy-award winning singer is known for her many incredible talents, and is currently performing for millions on her Renaissance World Tour.

However, Queen Bey has now announced that she will soon be adding another career to her list.

Taking to her Instagram account last night, the 41-year-old shared a glamorous snap of herself fixing her hair at her dressing table. Beyoncé also chose to include a throwback image of her younger self getting her hair done. 

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“How many of y’all knew my first job was sweeping hair in my mama’s salon?” the mum-of-three quizzed at the beginning of her accompanying message. 

Beyoncé then went on to explain how haircare has been with her throughout her life. “Destiny’s Child got our start by performing for clients while they were getting their hair done,” she recalled. 

“I was exposed to so many different kinds of entrepreneurial women in her salon. I saw firsthand how the ways we nurture and celebrate hair can directly impact our souls. I watched her heal and be a service to so many women,” she continued proudly.

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At the end of her message, the Crazy In Love singer teased that she has embarked on a new venture – creating her very own hair products. “Having learned so much on my hair journey, I’ve always dreamed of carrying on her legacy. I can’t wait for you to experience what I’ve been creating,” she exclaimed.

Since sharing her trip down memory lane, Beyoncé has received a wealth of comments from her 308M Instagram followers, all of them excited to find out what she has in store for them.

“We are buying WHATEVER you are selling!!!!” gushed one fan.

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“Come on here and make me switch up my shampoo and conditioner,” another joked.

“I want whatever you’re selling for hair care cause her hair length and fullness is astounding,” another fan marvelled.

We can’t wait to find out more about what Beyoncé has been secretly creating!

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Located in the heart of the beautiful Kildare countryside close to all the historic visitor attractions and only 30 minutes from Dublin, Killashee Hotel is the destination this summer. Combine four-star luxury and service at the newly refurbished Killashee with The Spa and leisure centre and organised children’s activities for a memorable short summer break with family or friends, with the Summer Moments Family Package, Friends Forever Getaways and the newly introduced Killashee Shop in Style Chauffeur Shopping Experience.

Summer Moments Family Package

It’s a child’s paradise and world of discovery at Killashee where they have the freedom to be curious, active and adventurous on the 55 acres of gardens and woodlands. Create family memories that will last a lifetime as you experience the Killashee Daily Kidtivityhub Itinerary, which will be running in July and August. Action packed days will be filled with the fairy forest trail, butterfly activity map to mini explorer bug hunt kits and the playground with its very own zipline. Inside the hotel, there’s a playroom brimming with toys and a full selection of board games. Families have full use of the leisure centre which has a children's swimming pool, 25m swimming pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi.

Staying in a spacious deluxe family room with a full Irish breakfast each morning and a three-course evening meal for the entire family on an evening of your choice, children also get a complimentary Kids Goodie Bag on check in and there is 10% discount family pass to the Irish National Stud. Killashee Family package for 2 adults & up to 3* children include bed and breakfast with dinner on one evening for all the family. One night stay from €320 total price, two nights stay from €570 total price and three nights stay from €820 total price.

Killashee Shop In Style Chauffeur Shopping Experience

Indulge in luxury with Killashee Hotel’s new Shop in Style Chauffeur Shopping Experience to Kildare Village where sophistication meets amazing offers. Truly switch off the moment you arrive at the four-star Killashee Hotel and allow the team to take care of you. Enjoy an overnight escape in a luxurious room with a full Irish breakfast and a three-course dinner in The Pippin Tree. For pure relaxation, guests have the full use of the Leisure Centre, swimming pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi, along with 10% discount on 50-minute Spa Treatments. For an afternoon of total indulgence, you will be chauffeur driven to and from Kildare Village for some well-deserved retail therapy with a VIP 10% off discount card. Killashee Shop In Style Chauffeur Shopping Experience price from €240. The package is valid Friday, Sunday & Monday *Spa discount valid on treatments only, not on day spa packages.

**Chauffeur service must be booked in advance with the hotel

Forever Friends Getaway

Come together with your friends or your sisters and mum and spend some quality time together with the Forever Friends Girls Getaway at Killashee.

Stay together in a luxurious spacious triple or quad room and after settling in, visit the newly refurbished Spa and enjoy time in the Hydrotherapy Suite on a tranquil and invigorating journey of a unique blend of heat experiences to instantly relax the body and mind. Each person can also select a 50-minute spa treatment from a choice of Swedish Full body massage, Elemis Customised Facial, 25-minute Swedish back massage & 25-minute skin booster facial.

In the evening, enjoy a Killashee Cocktail in the Larkspur Lounge to tantalise the tastebuds before relaxing over a delicious three-course dinner made with the best locally sourced produce in The Pippin Tree restaurant. Gather around the breakfast table the following morning for a delicious full Irish breakfast. Wrap up your stay with a trip to nearby Kildare Village and Newbridge Silverware and enjoy a 10% and 20% promotional card respectively. Forever Friends Girls’ Getaway. Prices from €575 for three people total stay.

Discover more visit www.killasheehotel.com.

Killashee Hotel, Kilcullen Rd, Killashee, Naas, Co. Kildare call 045 879 277.

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Sagging eyelids are not just an aesthetic issue, they can make an individual feel more fatigued, make it impossible to wear the eye make-up you want and can affect confidence levels.

Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) can cost up to €6,000, with lower eye surgery costing even more due its complexity, whereas plasma pen eye-lift costs from €500 at The Wicklow Street, Dublin 2 and can last over three years.

Plasma Pen treatments can also be used for ‘11 lines’ between the eyes, to reduce crow's feet, for nasolabial lines and as an alternative to botox for the forehead area.

The Plasma Pen device uses the voltage in the air to create an electrical arch (plasma) between its tip and the skin. As this electrical arch touches the skin, it instantly contracts. Excess skin is reduced, resulting in tightened/lifted skin, comparable to surgery.

What should clients expect after the treatment?

  • Tiny brown dots (carbon dots) will appear immediately after treatment. These will fall off in about 7 days to reveal new skin underneath.
  • Swelling may occur for a few days following the treatment.
  • Best results will be seen in 4 – 6 weeks.
  • Allow 10-18 days of healing depending on your systemic healing pattern. Individual healing results may vary due to skin tone, type, or state of health.
  • Swelling is normal and can limit you to social exposure of the treated area. Dryness and flaky skin are normal post healing.

Prices at thewicklowstreetclinic.ie Dublin 2 are:

  • Consultation: €50
  • Chin: €500
  • Chin & Neck, from: €1,200
  • Crows Feet – €350
  • Eyebrow Lift – €400
  • Under Eye lift: €500
  • Upper Eyelids: €500
  • Forehead: €500
  • Upper & Lower Lip: €500
  • Upper Lip lift: €350
  • Lower Lip lift: €350
  • Nasolabial: €350
  • Neck lift: €900

For more information visit thewicklowstreetclinic.ie/plasmapen or call: 01 6777962.

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It’s hard to believe a year has gone by since Sallyann Concannon (pictured above) launched Mettle & Bloom. After many months of planning and preparation, it finally went live on May 22, 2022 and what a year it has been!

In just one year, Mettle & Bloom has grown from strength to strength, nurturing a devoted family of jewellery enthusiasts while earning resounding acclaim. Since the launch of Mettle & Bloom, it has become a popular destination for those wishing to celebrate themselves and their loved ones with beautiful jewellery that tells a story. Each piece of jewellery illustrates a unique and inspiring story told in fine lines and dazzling colours. They are designed to captivate hearts and ignite lasting bonds between two people.

The story behind the brand is powerful and authentic – the brand encourages customers to Nurture Their Mettle and Reach Their Bloom. To nurture your mettle is to harvest our drive, determination and courage. Mettle & Bloom believe in being kind to ourselves, making ourselves a priority and treating ourselves to beautiful things that make us feel good.

As a small business, they understand the power of collaboration and know that Mettle & Bloom would not exist without their loyal community. They would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to you for your crucial role in our success. Sallyann shared her appreciation to the community who have helped by sharing their story.  "The unwavering trust, exuberant enthusiasm and invaluable support have paved the way for this phenomenal milestone."

They don’t often have sales but in jubilant celebration of their first anniversary, they are making an exception to mark this great occasion. A week-long Anniversary Sale will go live on www.mettleandbloom.com on Monday 22nd May and customers can avail of up to 30% off everything as well as free delivery to the ROI. They will also announce the presale of a new product that has been in the pipeline since October! While the new product is not jewellery, it ties in beautifully with the brands story.

Go to www.mettleandbloom.com to shop or contact them at info@mettleandbloom.com with any queries.

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Vanessa Villella has confirmed she will not be returning for season 6 of Selling Sunset. 

The real estate agent joined the hit Netflix property show during season 4 and returned for season 5, but has now explained the surprising reason why she won’t be in the latest season.

Speaking to People, Vanessa revealed she is going back to work for The Agency, a rival property agency to The Oppenheim Group. 

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She explained, “I am super excited to be back at The Agency. It's where my career started so it feels extremely good to be back. It feels like home”.

“I am surrounded by incredible top agents – successful and collaborative people who work like a family. I know that I'm in the right place”.

“I came back because I'm very serious about where I want my real estate career to go. I know that this is where I have to be to succeed in real estate. It felt right, I always missed them. I feel in my heart it's where I belong. The minute I walked in, everyone welcomed me so beautifully”.

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When opening up more about her departure from The Oppenheim Group and Selling Sunset, the 45-year-old assured fans that is was a “mutual decision”.

“I always felt like I was the new girl in school. They're obviously super successful and it's an incredible show, but I have to make my own life and make my dreams come true”, Villela added.

Season 6 of Selling Sunset airs on Netflix on May 19 where brokerage agents Chrishell Stause, Mary Fitzgerald and Heather Rae El Moussa will return along with many other fan favourites. 

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Myleene Klass has revealed the incredible way she’s decided to spend her prize money from I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here: South Africa.

Myleene was crowned an I’m a Celeb legend after winning the ITV show and was awarded a massive £100,000. 

Now, the singer has announced what she is doing with her prize money, explaining that ‘the mouse tails and rotten tofu were worth it’.

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Klass has shared that she is giving all of her prize money to the charity Save the Children, an organisation she has been working with for over 11 years. 

Posting a video to her 451K Instagram followers, the footage shows the 45-year-old helping the charity, which she is ambassador for, by mingling with children, caring for babies, helping at a school and delivering much-needed supplies.

Klass explained how important the money is for the charity in the caption of the moving post.

“I am proud to donate my @imacelebrity Prize money of £100,000.00 to @savechildrenuk. I’ve been an ambassador for 11 years in which time I’ve travelled the globe helping STC”.

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“The things I have seen will stay with me forever. Children in the Philippines playing by the ships that have run aground from the Tsunami so they can be next to their parents that lay crushed beneath them. 

“Dancing with children in refugee camps in Jordan as their parents weave me a chopping board made of plastic bags to say thank you for being there. (I still have it)”.

“Teaching rescued child brides in Tanzania the Solfa, Astronomy and Science as they study through the day, striving to become engineers and doctors to help their communities and at night, iron clothes and raise their own babies”.

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Myleene went on to talk about others she has helped including families in Bangladesh who had food struggles, a woman in Nepal who lost her baby due to pneumonia, a midwife who delivered over 2000 babies by torchlight and a doctor in The Democratic Republic of Congo that delivered babies with a piece of thread to cut their umbilical cord.

The I’m a Celeb winner also spoke about families she’s helped closer to home. “I have taught children to read in the UK where poverty also greatly effects families and one of my favourites, I officially launched the first ever Xmas Jumper day over a decade ago. To see what it has grown to is amazing”.

“I have visited so many countries, met so many people but the message I take back each and every time is that we are all the same. We all just want the best for our children and due to luck and circumstance of birth, it’s not always something a child gets”.

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The musician closed off by adding, “My girls have always helped me pack balloons, sweets, stickers and nail polish for the children I go to.They themselves are now mini ambassadors. I’ve seen for myself, this money will go far. The mouse tails and rotten tofu were worth it”.

Many famous faces and fans headed to the comments to commend Myleene for her selfless act of charity. Former Made in Chelsea star Ashley James wrote, “Incredible woman”, while singer Nicole Appleton penned, “Amazing”.

“Wow that’s brilliant. What a wonderful thing to do!”, added singer-songwriter Sophie Ellis-Bextor.

The Save the Children Instagram page also commented to say, “Our #legend for the past 11 years. Thank you so much for what you’ve done and are going to do for children. This money is an incredible gift which will support so many families”.

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Scarlett Moffatt is preparing to become a mum!

The former Gogglebox star is currently expecting her first child with her boyfriend Scott Dobinson. The couple are due to welcome a baby boy into the world this summer.

Ever since she first announced her pregnancy in February, Scarlett has been teasing her 2.3M Instagram followers about her journey so far, as well as her thoughts on impending motherhood. 

Earlier today, the 32-year-old took to her Instagram stories to share a brief update with her fans.

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“Hello everyone, I hope you are all alright!” she gushed at the beginning of her video message.

The mum-to-be then went on to reveal that herself and Scott have been taking part in more preparations for their little boy. “We’ve had a very exciting morning this morning,” Scarlett teased.

“So, our wonderful midwife came round and showed us – with a fake pelvis and a baby doll – just how you can give birth,” she explained.

“We went through all the different types of births that you can have,” she continued.

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The former I’m A Celebrity winner then admitted that the birth lesson left her with food for thought. “So yeah, I feel like I’ve got a lot to think about and a lot to research,” Scarlett noted.

“It’s just very, very exciting. It feels all a bit real now!” she exclaimed at the end of her video. 

Scarlett and Scott initially announced their pregnancy on February 18, by posting a sweet video of their dog Bonnie sitting beside a sonogram.

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“It truly feels like a dream writing this caption,” Scarlett penned at the time. “Me & Scott are on cloud nine & we are so happy that we get to share this moment with you all.”

“You are so loved already little one. Baby Dobinson coming soon,” she added.

The expectant parents later confirmed on March 24 that they will be welcoming a baby boy.

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Now in its 9th year, Waterford Walls International Street Art Festival, brought to you by Writers’ Tears Irish Whiskey, will run from August 11th – 20th.

Against the spectacular street art of Thomas Street Writers’ Tears Global Brand Director Clare Minnock was joined by members of The Walls Project who oversee Waterford Walls and artist Magdalena Karol to announce the exciting new partnership.

Over 26 national and international artists will converge on the city over ten days to showcase their art across a myriad of walls and spaces of all shapes and sizes. Waterford Walls Festival brought to you by Writers’ Tears Irish Whiskey will, this year welcome renowned Irish and international artists who will transform blank spaces by painting large-scale murals across the city and county, bringing this city-wide festival out to the wider Déise county and community.

Pictured are L-R: John O’Connell (Festival Executive Director Waterford Walls),
Clare Minnock (Writers’ Tears Global Brand Director), Gabe Mc Guinness
(Guest Curator) and artist Magdalena Karol

 

Clare Minnock, Writers’ Tears Global Brand Director said:

“Writers’ Tears is a brand that pays tribute to Ireland’s innovative distillers and creative thinkers of the late 19th and early 20th Century. Today we celebrate creativity in all its forms, including this vibrant showcase of street art. We are excited to partner with such a dynamic and energetic festival, one that mirrors our own enthusiasm for creativity and self -expression.”

Over 26 artists from Ireland and abroad representing 14 countries are expected to be part of this year's festival.

Festival Executive Director John O’Connell said at today’s announcement:

“Securing a title sponsor has been one of our goals and we are thrilled to have Writers’ Tears join us for the next 2 years. We believe that the brand will help us tell our story to an even wider audience and make this festival a MUST in everyone’s summer calendar”. Guest curator Gabe Mc Guinness added, “We look forward to an even bigger and better festival this year – not only in terms of walls and artists but also in what the festival can bring to those that visit from talks and walks to unique festival events.”

For more information about the festival visit www.wallsproject.ie.

For more information about Writers’ Tears visit www.walshwhiskey.com.

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Emily Atack has hit back against a sexist remark.

The incident came after the former Inbetweeners star shared a stunning snap of herself yesterday evening, with a gorgeous new blow-dry.

'Big and bouncy. So is the hair,” she teased on her Instagram page, before thanking her hairdresser.

While Emily mostly received a wave of compliments in her comments section, she has since taken to her Instagram stories to repost an offensive reply.

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Earlier today, the 33-year-old uploaded a screenshot of one comment, which read: “And then you wonder why trolls pick you up! Why would you say that if you don’t like that sort of attention?”

Beside the screenshot image, Emily penned a brief caption to express her frustration.

“I really struggle to understand how some people just don’t get it. Then I’m slowly realising maybe it takes a deeper layer of intelligence that some people just don’t have?” she exclaimed.

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Following the troll’s sexist remark, Emily also chose to directly respond to them in her comments section.

“Even if I put no caption at all, it would still get perverted comments,” she replied candidly. “So it just shows it has nothing to do with me or my choices. It is not my fault some men can't control themselves.”

The comedy star continued: “Listen to what you are saying to me. You are saying I am the one who needs to change, change how I speak, change my sense of humour, maybe change the way I dress, completely change everything that I am… but the people who send the abuse can carry on as they are?” she wondered.

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“No fault lies with them at all. Just me. The person I have chosen to be. That is what you are saying by making those comments. Do you understand that comments like yours are a huge part of the issue?” she pleaded at the end of her message.

This is not the first time that Emily has directly faced the issues surrounding misogyny on social media.

In January, she launched a BBC documentary titled Emily Atack: Asking For It, during which she detailed that she experiences daily sexual harassment online.

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A woman has tragically passed away following a road traffic collision in Co. Roscommon.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses after a fatal road traffic collision involving a car and a pedestrian that occurred yesterday at approximately 10.40am on Monday, May 15, 2023 on the N5 at Tibohine near Ballaghaderreen in County Roscommon.

The pedestrian, a female aged in her late 50s, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. 

The N5 at Tibohine between Ballaghaderreen and Frenchpark was closed to facilitate an examination by Forensic Collision Investigators but has since fully reopened to traffic.

Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to this collision to come forward with any information they may have.

Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling on the N5 at Ballaghaderreen between 10am and 10.45am are asked to make this footage available to Gardaí.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Castlerea Garda Station on 094 962 1630, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

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Kerry Katona has opened up about her marriage fears.

The Atomic Kitten star is currently engaged to personal trainer Ryan Mahoney.

In a chat with OK!, Kerry chose to open up about her relationship with the 34-year-old, and shared that she is the happiest she has ever been.

"As you get older, you’re not trying to please all of the time and you become more confident,” she confessed.

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"Me and Ryan have been together for almost five years now and I feel more relaxed with him than I have with anyone else. Ryan is living his ultimate fantasy,” she teased.

However, despite being in a romantic bubble, Kerry also admitted that she is worried about her upcoming nuptials. 

The TV personality has been married three times in the past – she first tied the knot to Brian McFadden in 2002, but the pair later separated in 2004.

Kerry was then married to Mark Croft from 2007 to 2010, followed by the late George Kay from 2014 to 2017.

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Looking back at her relationship history, the former Big Brother star recalled that it can feel "embarrassing" when a marriage ends, and stated that she does not want to go through "another public divorce".

"I think that’s what holds me back when it comes to marrying Ryan," Kerry detailed. "I know I’ll be with him forever, but there is that part of me that is worried about going through it all again."

In the end, the mum-of-five is convinced that she will jet off somewhere abroad with Ryan and "get it done”.

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Kerry and Ryan will be celebrating their fifth anniversary next month. The happy couple got engaged in August 2020, during a luxurious holiday in Spain to celebrate Kerry's 40th birthday.

Ryan later revealed that he asked Kerry’s five children – Molly (21), Lilly (20), Heidi (16), Max (15) and Dylan-Jorge (9) – to help him pick out her ring.

We can't wait to find out more about their wedding plans!

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Chyna Mills has opened up about how her wedding planning is going and when the big day is set to take place. 

The former Love Island star announced she was engaged to Strictly Come Dancing’s Neil Jones last month and also revealed the couple are expecting their first child together. 

While speaking on her Instagram Stories, Chyna answered some of her fans’ burning questions, with one asking if her wedding will be happening this year. 

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Mills replied, “Definitely not. We only just got engaged. This wedding isn’t going to be half hearted. Anyone who knows me knows I am extra AF, like extra”.

“I’ve got a lot of planning to do anyway. We are having a baby, that all can’t happen in one year. There's a lot of planning”. 

The 24-year-old then admitted, “I feel like I’m going to be a bridezilla but yeah, there’s a lot of planning that needs to go into this and I can’t wait”.

When considering the timeline of her and Neil’s big day, Chyna revealed, “Maybe, like, two years”.

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The mum-to-be was then asked how she’s been feeling recently before she discussed her experience with morning sickness.

“I’m feeling good, thank you. I haven’t had any morning sickness for the past few days which is like a sigh of relief”.

“I’m 21 weeks now and I didn’t know if the morning sickness was ever going to end”.

Chyna also spoke about her and Neil’s gender reveal party, which is fast approaching. “Super happy and we have our gender reveal coming up soon- so excited”.

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Chyna appeared on Love Island in the summer of 2022, while Neil is currently on tour with Strictly Come Dancing. The pair got engaged while on holiday in Bali in March, after confirming their relationship last Autumn.

When sharing a snap from the special moment to Instagram, Chyna explained, “I laughed at first and then cried my eyes out and I’m still crying now”.

“@mr_njonesofficial you make me an incredibly happy woman and your more than what I could dream to be, the perfect loving father to our child. Love you baby x”.

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