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Speaker 1: We are here to celebrate what we did love about,

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Speaker 1: I happen to be here with one of my silver linings. Emma.

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Speaker 1: I like to think I'm your greatest silver lining, but okay,

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Speaker 1: I'll take it you're one of them. Let's put it

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Speaker 1: it's not been great. Let's not sugarcoat it, but let's

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Speaker 1: My silver lining is watching my two sons become friends

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Speaker 1: I need you, Oh how I need you. Thanks for listening.

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Speaker 1: Remember I'm always here for you. What to Expect is

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