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Boatswain’s Mate Shocked To Discover ‘Fifty Shades Of Grey’ Isn’t A Painting Manual

Boatswain’s Mate Shocked To Discover ‘Fifty Shades Of Grey’ Isn’t A Painting Manual

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Oct 05, 2022
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NORFOLK – With the E-4 Navy-wide Advancement Exam happening now, aspiring petty officers have been hitting the books in droves and actually learning about their jobs. Boatswain’s Mate Seaman Andrea Simmons elected for a novel approach.

“I’d say 95% of my job revolves around paint. How was I supposed to know this book was about BDSM?” defends Simmons, ref…

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