for everywhere there's a bass
drum. But I'd do it again if it cost me twenty thousand. It's worth
that and more to have your heart nearly break wide open with joy and
fellowship.

It was broad daylight when I got to bed, all wore out with happiness.
I cuddled up, like I was a little boy once more in the days when I used
to get up Christmas morning, cold and early, and look at my presents and
then crawl back under the covers again with a double armful of toys, to
keep warm and sleep some more.

If only you and the chicks had of been there! Next time you shall be.

Your loving

AUSTIN.

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