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Friday
25 May 2012

Ruth is unnerved.

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Thursday
24 May 2012

Darrell asks a difficult question. Meanwhile David is in the dark.

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Wednesday
23 May 2012

Ifty puts the cricket team through their paces.

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Tuesday
22 May 2012

Adam enjoys the simple life and Tracy gets a present.

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Monday
21 May 2012

Alan tries his powers of persuasion.

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Sunday
20 May 2012

Bert plans a celebration. Meanwhile Tony takes everyone by surprise.

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