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[alt_nymphadora]

Thanks to all for your well-wishes and visits. It's been a whirlwind, to be sure, but Adam is a delightfully easy-going baby (just like his da, that one), and hasn't given us a spot of worry yet. We're still all settling in to the new pace of things, but I'm very much looking forward to stretching my legs a bit tomorrow and seeing as many of you as can make it on Sunday, and making introductions.

Alice, any suggestions in mind for where my Saturday afternoon can be used best? As long as it involves a bit of out of doors in it, and some walking around (not too much, mind!), I have a feeling I'll be in heaven. (I do want to stop by and see Cecelia, regardless.)

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[alt_alice]

We're working with several former Sherwoood residents who'll be settling round in various villages, and need to be able to pass. Perhaps you could come by Bedford and test some of them? See if any slip?

It could certainly be out of doors.

[alt_nymphadora]

Ta very much. Sounds like something I can certainly do.

Private Message to Hydra

[alt_nymphadora]

Hallo, cousin!

I'm hoping you'll get a chance to meet Adam over Easter. Although he's rather the star attraction as of late, I'm hoping we can visit as well. Tea without Laszlo's isn't quite the same, but we can still brew a good cuppa here at Grimmauld.

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[alt_hydra]

I would like that.

How is Bea doing with all the changes? When I'm next in Hogsmeade I'll look for a little something for her, so that she can feel special.

Oh, and congratulations to both of you. I don't think I'd said it officially, yet.

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[alt_nymphadora]

She's been switching rapidly between being extra-affectionate with me, and huffing off to demand endless attention from Remus and Sirius. We've all been trying to convince her that being a 'big girl' is so much more fun than being a baby, but she remains unconvinced. I think she also would like a Gran of her very own as well.

So yes, I've a feeling she very much would like to feel a bit more special at the moment, and it'll be thoroughly appreciated.

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[alt_nymphadora]

I'm coming to you next Thursday, just because I can.

Merlin, it'll be nice to pop out whenever I want. Besides the horrible inconvenience of having a delightful newborn around to cuddle, that is. They do tend to monopolise one, don't they?

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[alt_frank]

good.

bout time you came over.

and yeah, they're sort of made for that. part of the packaging, as it were.

Private Message to Molly

[alt_nymphadora]

You have been an absolute life saver these last few days. Thank you so very much.

Private Message to Charlie

[alt_nymphadora]

You are an absolute wonder, you know that?

World's greatest da. Hands down.

Told you you'd be brill.

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[alt_charlie]

Still can't get over it. I mean, I cared about him before he was born, I guess in an abstract kind of way, but looking at him real and in person and it's like my heart just explodes, you know?

We made a person! And he's tiny and perfect and I feel like I would BURN THE WHOLE WORLD DOWN to keep him safe if I had to.

And you're pretty brilliant at the mum thing, too. Can't think of anybody I would rather do this with.

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[alt_nymphadora]

It is rather heady, isn't it? Whenever he falls asleep on my shoulder, it's like I've accomplished something miraculous. And it's so simple to keep him happy right now -- just a pat on the back, a dry nappy, and a full belly.

I can't wait for the rest of it, though. When he sorts out what his favourite colour is, or what foods he absolutely detests, or which toy is the one that scares away boggarts.

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[alt_charlie]

I'm looking forward to teaching him how to read, oddly enough. Every time I'm in a shop these days I find myself looking over at all the children's books and trying to figure out which ones (if any) send the right messages.

You know, I haven't asked. Are you disappointed that he's not a metamorph? (Or if he is, that he hasn't shown it yet.) I mean, I don't think you would be, but we haven't talked about it.

And is it just me being a proud doting papa, or is he really focusing on things far better than a newborn should be? Only I think he's figured out doors -- when you left the room earlier, he turned his head around to look at the wall where you would have been walking on the other side. And it might have been coincidence, but it didn't seem like it. That's early for that sort of thing, isn't it?

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[alt_nymphadora]

Frankly, I'm just delighted he seems like a perfectly, wonderfully, delightfully ordinary baby, and that he didn't come out green or glowy. I hope he won't feel too terribly left out, having to keep the same boring face all the time, but you, Remus, and Sirius do tend to provide some balance to things, and there are hair dying charms in a pinch.

Although now you've got me questioning the ordinary part. Yes, it's too early. His eyes won't be good enough for focusing properly for another few months.

Part of me thinks it's proud doting papa. But we shall have to wait and see, shan't we? And love him to bits regardless.

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[alt_nymphadora]

I can't wait to feel the grass between my toes again.

You lot must be well sick of me rattling around Grimmauld by now.

But I did want to mention while I'm in such a good mood that it really is truly lovely to be a part of this funny little family we've cobbled together, and I'm so very glad things've turned out the way they have. I'm so very lucky. I get to raise my kids with my three best friends helping every step of the way. And I owe a great deal of it to you, my darling Mr Ponds, so thank you.