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May 21,
Things that sound dirty in the office, but aren't

I need to whip it out by 5! Mind if I use your laptop? Put it in my box before I leave. If I have to lick one more, I'll gag! I want it on my desk NOW!! Hmmm........I think it's out of fluid. My equipment is so old it takes forever to finish. It's […]

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May 16,
The wrong man

This is a now famous BBC goof. Poor Guy Goma, a graduate from the Congo, appeared on the news channel in place of an IT expert after a mix-up at reception. Mr Goma was really at the BBC for a job interview. He said later that his appearance was "very stressful" and wondered why the […]

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May 14,
Things that sound dirty In law, but aren't

Have you looked through her briefs? He is one hard judge! Counsellor, let's do it in chambers. His attorney withdrew at the last minute. Is it a penal offense? Better leave the handcuffs on. For €200 an hour, she'd better be good! Can you get him to drop his suit? The judge gave her the […]

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May 7,
You know you're British when...

You believe that Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday are all good nights for drinking. Sunday is also entirely reasonable. After a big night out you find yourself looking for a curry house. Coming to work with a hangover is entirely accepted and indeed expected at least once a week. You're always half an […]

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May 1,
More one-liners

1. If we aren't supposed to eat animals, why are they made of meat?2. No one is listening until you make a mistake.3. Give me ambiguity or give me something else.4. We have enough youth. How about a fountain of "Smart"?5. He who laughs last thinks slowest.6. Campers: Nature's way of feeding mosquitoes.7. Always remember […]

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May 1,
Muffin Boy - English story of the month - May

Muffin Boy

baker

by Lawrence Ticotin

There is a mysterious forest within the woody area we all have near our homes. In this forest children are able to witness experiences that are so incredible that they carry the memory well into their adult life. Upon becoming an adult they stop sharing their story because they are embarrassed by the thought that people will not believe them. This is why many adults long for their childhood and regret not being able to relive those days.

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