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Ashleigh Brilliant

I have nothing definite to apologize for; I'm just sorry about everything in general.

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Ashleigh Brilliant

(1933--) U.S. writer I have nothing definite to apologize for; I'm just sorry about everything in general. www.english-slang.com

Ashleigh Brilliant: Brilliant Thoughts

(copyright info: www.ashleighbrilliant.com) It's not easy taking my problems one at a time when they refuse to get in line. www.english-slang.com

Ashleigh Brilliant

(1933--) U.S. writer I either want less corruption, or more chance to participate in it. www.english-slang.com

Ashleigh Brilliant

(1933--) U.S. writer Never resist a mad impulse to do something nice for me. www.english-slang.com

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