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We were changed in an instant We became so much more Our definition of perfect was written when she was born As she drew her first breath I learned what love meant And my heart reconciled All the darkness and light Inside my chest As her hands held tight And her eyes met mine I saw the future unfold in silver and gold And I’m already proud Beautiful like your mother You are grace, you are light The better version of our past, from the start of life.

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↳  INSTAGRAM: andrewreed added a new photo with @casskaykingston   WILMINGTON BEACH, NC

One of these men has some serious star power. One of these men looks like oscar the grouch.  #wilmingtonbeach #wilmingtonsurf #beautyandthebeast #BDE 

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“Alright,” Andrew called out, approaching the standing-room table with a wooden tray lined with seven small glasses. “I got us each a flight -- figured we might as well try everything we’ve got before committing to anythin’.”  In between the pair were eight samples of whiskey, eight different flavours. Andrew straightened them out, glancing at the small, golden words embossed on each glass. “This one is pumpkin whiskey --  I’ve tried pumpkin beer before and hated it, but I figured we’d give it a shot.” 

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↳  INSTAGRAM: andrewreed added a new photo with @iris-ashley-hart.      FOX FAMILY ACRES, WILMINGTON, NC.

🍎of my 👁️  ❤️❤️❤️❤️ #sophiethegreat #likefatherlikedaughter #applepicking

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“So -- what do you think?” Andrew said, turning with his arms raised, to face the person behind him. He wore a bright smile, reflecting how proud he was of his recent purchase. The house around them was old, obviously so, to the point where it was falling apart. With every step he took, the hardwood floors creaked, almost as if they were aching under his weight. The windows behind him were boarded up and the built in shelving covered in dust. The stairs ... well, Andrew wasn’t quite sure how sound they were. He had been upstairs, but every time came hurrying back down as though a gust of wind would knock the whole place over. Nonetheless, Andrew was proud. The home was his.  “I know it needs some work, but that’s where I thought you would come in.” 

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                             WILMINGTON TASK No. THREE

               ↪ CLOTHING HEADCANONS : ANDREW XAVIER REED

WARDROBE

Every piece in Andrew’s closet has a purpose. The man shops carefully -- takes his time to find classic, high-quality items that will last through wear and tear. Andrew doesn’t mind dropping two hundred on a pair of jeans -- so long as they are the perfect pair. Most of Andrew’s clothes are made from natural materials: cotton, linen, jean, wool -- that sort of thing. His style could be described as modern, relaxed, maybe a little preppy.

 Andrew tends to lean towards neutral pieces, his closet an earth-toned ombre of black, navy, green, pink, and every shade from beige to white. Over the years, Andrew has also acquired a collection of high-end, well tailored suits. His favourite -- a two piece, dark navy suit by Dolce & Gabbana -- is one he pulls out for nearly any occasion. Expensive or not, Andrew gets what he pays for from every piece. In fact, Andrew still has a jean jacket he purchased in his senior year of high school. 

ACCESSORIES 

Aside from a collection of bright silk ties and pocket squares, Andrew doesn’t have much in terms of accessories. He does have two watches, though -- one that he received from his mother for graduating college, and one that belonged to his father. That one was special -- a wedding present from Marshall’s father, Andrew’s grandfather, gifted to Andrew only weeks after Marshall passed. It stays in a box, tucked away in Andrew’s sock drawer. Speaking of socks -- Andrew has a wild collection, ranging from bright patterns to unique prints, his favourites being a pair printed with a picture of artist Bob Ross painting.  Much like with his clothing, Andrew prefers high-quality, basic shoes. He has a pair for any occasion -- Keds and Converse and Hunters, loafers and sneakers and sandals and boots. Most of the time, Andrew is wearing his old white Keds.

HYGENIE  

Andrew is very particular about his maintenance. He showers daily, sometimes twice, and is very thorough with washing and moisturizing his hair (and facial hair). His nails are always short cut -- clean -- and his skin always somehow perfectly clear. Andrew wasn’t as lucky in his teenage years, having a face full of acne, and learned what products worked best to keep him fresh-faced and blemish free. With such a particular routine, it can take Andrew a little while to get ready. Every morning before work, the man would spend a solid hour perfecting his look. It’d take him just as long to get ready for a date. Now, with a more laid back schedule and a toddler running around, Andrew is lucky to spend half an hour getting ready. 

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ANDREW REED & PENELOPE BRADLEY

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↳  INSTAGRAM: andrewreed added a new photo with @iris-ashley-hart       BLUE CLAY CITY PARK, WILMINGTON

So excited to start this next chapter of our lives together. With you on my team, I can take on the world. 😍👪 #partnersincrime #thisblondehasmyhart #hart #geddit?? #equallyasexcitedtotastetestweddingcake

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↳  INSTAGRAM: andrewreed added a new photo      CUMBERLAND, MAINE

Thinking about you today. I’ve lived twenty years without you, and it never gets any easier. You were the best person I ever knew -- I miss you, Dad. 💙💙

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It had been a long time since Andrew had gone anywhere without his kid. It felt so freeing to be able to sit somewhere without worrying about what Sophie was getting into, or whether or not she was drawing on the tables or screaming or crying or over-tired. It was just Andrew, his black coffee, and the pitter patter of rain on the window beside him. He could do whatever he pleased for as long as he pleased -- so long as he didn’t receive a panicked call from his sister begging him to come home. Andrew was using his newly found free time to debate different real-estate listings in the area. Laid out in front of him were multiple manilla folders filled with one-sheets and blueprints, maps of forested lots and beach-front properties. Andrew didn’t even know where to begin -- the man had barely even seen the whole town. 

With a huff, Andrew leaned back in his chair. It was then that he noticed a person hovering nearby, balancing their own hot drink on a small plate. It seemed that they were looking for a free spot. Being the open person he was (resolved to be), Andrew cleared his files off of half of the table. “Care for a seat?” He asked. 

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↳  INSTAGRAM: andrewreed added a new photo with @iris-ashley-hart      DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON, NC

We can barely keep up anymore 🙈She left the house with a scooter but rode my board all the way home 💪😀 #sophiethegreat #childhoodoutdoors #skatergirl

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It ain’t summer without the midway 🎡🎆😍🌭 #capefearcarnival #carniatheart #couldwatchthisgoforever

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