Allendale, where it all took place, Allendale is typically a very quiet town many come to find peace and serenity. That all changed when the swarm came. Allendale finds its fame from a lake nestled among the rolling hills. Not big enough to draw boats but not too small to have fun in. The lake has one dock where the kids swim on hot summer days while their parents sit on the shore nestled up with ...

I didn't even want to do this, why did my husband want me to celebrate my birthday. I'm miserable, I feel like a clown car with too many clowns inside. Yet, I only have one and its too much at times. The heartburn, the kicking and stretching into my ribcage. The mood swings and apologies for my actions throughout these last 9 months or so...all coming to a head at this party that is meant for me.

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