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Desperate English Housewife in Washington, chapter 365

Posted on February 21, 2014 by ukdesperatehousewifeusa

Two nations divided by a common language George Bernard Shaw was correct when he said/wrote that line. (Some think it was Oscar Wilde who said it, and as much as I love that dude, I’m pretty convinced it was GBS.) … Continue reading →

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Desperate English Housewife in Washington, chapter 310

Posted on December 3, 2013 by ukdesperatehousewifeusa

The Best of Howard County Yes, I live in Howard County, Maryland, USA and it is pretty awesome. There are some great things, some super things and some things which are simply the best. Voters voted and the best of … Continue reading →

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Desperate English Housewife in Washington, chapter 222

Posted on September 4, 2013 by ukdesperatehousewifeusa

Dunkin’ Donut thefts No! Not donuts being stolen in Howard County?! Deep breaths….. It’s okay, folks, the thieves who hit three Howard County Dunkin’ Donuts locations in the early morning hours of Sunday were after the cash, not the donuts. … Continue reading →