I've known people who put the alarm clock in the living room, but then forget to set it before going to sleep.

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"I was sitting about six o'clock in the living room, watching TV, and I noticed a woman walking past the window with two dogs, " she said.

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These days, the only round-the-clock operations in Eastport are the nursing home and the assisted-living facility.

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Mr Hoon, whose enjoyment of three properties occurred during his stint as defence secretary, says that living in secure state premises was a cheaper option for the taxpayer than having round-the-clock security at his private home.

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