Dear Kids,
I’d like to tell you the story of how I met your father. Like most stories, this one is full of life lessons. Pay attention—you just might learn something!
I was twenty years old when I met your father....
When I was asked to share my love story, I giggled.
See, my husband and I have a joke that we met through a mutual friend, but this is the real story.
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Simple question, right? Except that our love story needs a little editing for a G-rated audience.
My love story, adapted for young...
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