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When I lived in London, I ran into Minnie at the “American store” in St. John’s Wood. Every Sunday they had Bagels. About 100 dozen and as the American School was in SJW, they all flocked to the store on Sundays for their bagels. I literally ran into her as I rounded the corner at the end of an aisle. Noticing her basket was full of American products, I said something stupid trying to flirt a bit. This was in 2004. She actually laughed and entertained my stupidity and we talked for about 10 minutes. She was great! Really down to earth and completely at ease given her hair was pulled back and she was in sweats. I’m proud to have Minnie and the other 7,999 as New citizens. Welcome all!