I end this decade richer for two children, one doctorate, several novels both published and unpublished, and many friends. I had quite a few stoppings and startings in putting this post together, largely because I kept forgetting parts, thinking of new things to add, or realising I had put things in the wrong years. I'm sure I have forgotten many more things, but if I don't post it now it will be another week. Feel free to remind/correct me of extra details/events in the comments!

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