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\"I was so overjoyed seeing my daughters, how happy they were seeing their dad. This trip was all about focusing on our daughters,\" she said.

In her exclusive interview with \"GMA\" last month, Teresa also said that she and her husband \"really want the best for each other.\"

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PHOTO: Teresa Giudice and Joe Giudice appears at Mount Airy Resort Casino for a book signing and meet and greet on March 5, 2016, in Mount Pocono, Pa.
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\"There’s always gonna be a place in my heart for Joe,\" she said. \"I’m always gonna love him, no matter what.\"

There has been no official comment yet from Teresa’s attorney, Jim Leonard.

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