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Deacon nodded as he took the next off ramp, both glad to have a break in the explanation and understanding Alex's need completely; though only two weeks pregnant, he himself was feeling the symptoms at full force. As he parked the car at a rest stop, he wondered how Alex could remain so objective about his condition. With his due date a little over a month away and little chance for his survival, Alex should rightly be anxious beyond belief -- which he no doubt was on the inside. A natural leader, keeping his composure under immense stress.