Sorry I haven't had a chance to update this...thankfully there are NOT too many Happenings with the Harvey's right now.
We go on September 6th at 3 pm to get all the details from the surgeon on Ashlynn's surgery. PLEASE say a prayer for all of us.
She still isn't too happy with the limited activity...I swear some days it would be easier to wrestle with an alligator than to try to keep her still! :) But, she is doing pretty great overall. She is really being a trooper, and our nerves while still frazzled aren't as frazzled! :) Ansley is being so sweet, and is trying to do things wiht Ashlynn that don't require running, jumping, etc.
I think we are all ready to have this behind us though.
On another note...my Erin Condren life planner came last week! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it! I am attaching the link to the one I purchased. And for all of you going wow, that is crazy expensive. I didn't pay that for mine...after all the discounts/ coupons. BUT, when I oreder mine next year, I would GLADLY pay that. I can't stress how awesome this planner is. Keeps EVERYTHING in one place, and the color coded stickers help me keep the girls activities sorted.
http://www.erincondren.com/store/product_info.php?cPath=129_956&products_id=2531
Hope everyone is enjoying these last few days of August! Can't believe September is just around the corner! In case, I don't have a chance to blog again this week, hope everyone has a wonderful, relaxing, fun filled, enjoyable, and SAFE Labor Day weekend! Check back next week for pictures from our weekend.
Much love and hugs!
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Prayers Please...
UPDATE: Just talked to the doctor's office...it will be tomorrow before we hear from the surgeon. Our pediatrician has sent over the referral, but the surgeons office is waiting on the paperwork from our insurance company and the records from last night.
Just a quick post to fill everyone in...
Please pray for Ashlynn. She had to go to the After Hours Pediactric Hospital last night. She has an inguinal hernia, that has been caught early. We saw her pediatrician this morning, and are being sent to a pediatric surgeon. Currently, we are waiting to hear from them, but all indication is that she will have to undergo surgery to repair it.
We are all doing ok, Brian and I have had our moments, but we are leaning heavily on our faith. We know that God is in control. The hardest part right now is waiting to find out when the surgery will be, and trying to keep a VERY active 4 year old on limited activity.
Please keep Ashlynn, Brian, Ansley, me, the doctors, surgeon, etc. in your prayers. I will post updates as we know more.
I can't say thanks enough for the outpouring of love we have already felt.
Love , hugs and much gratitude to all!
Just a quick post to fill everyone in...
Please pray for Ashlynn. She had to go to the After Hours Pediactric Hospital last night. She has an inguinal hernia, that has been caught early. We saw her pediatrician this morning, and are being sent to a pediatric surgeon. Currently, we are waiting to hear from them, but all indication is that she will have to undergo surgery to repair it.
We are all doing ok, Brian and I have had our moments, but we are leaning heavily on our faith. We know that God is in control. The hardest part right now is waiting to find out when the surgery will be, and trying to keep a VERY active 4 year old on limited activity.
Please keep Ashlynn, Brian, Ansley, me, the doctors, surgeon, etc. in your prayers. I will post updates as we know more.
I can't say thanks enough for the outpouring of love we have already felt.
Love , hugs and much gratitude to all!
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Wal-mart
Ok, so most of you know how much I DESPISE Wal-mart; and once I started the whole coupon thing it was even WORSE. They changed their coupon policy a while back, AND they started accepting competitors coupons, matching other stores sales, and allowing overage (the value of the coupon can exceed the value of the product). Over the last few weeks, I have been hearing how much success people where having at Wal-mart. So I thought I would give it a try...
Last week Toys R Us had all Crayola items on sale B1G1 (Buy one get one). There are several items the girls have been wanting and I thought this could be a great opportunity to get a few things to put up for Christmas. I was a little worried that we would have "issues" when we went to check out, but it was so easy. They gave us no issues, matched the sale, and took the coupons off the items. I got $135 worth for $55. I was pleased.
Some of the coupon blogs/ websites I follow starting reporting that Wal-mart had a ton of items on clearance that had coupon match ups. So this afternoon we decided to go check it out.
Here is a breakdown of what I got:
4- Post It Flags $1.97 each- $7.88 total
4- Post It Note Pads $1.00 each- $4.00 total
4- 2 packs of Elmer's glue sticks $0.40 - $1.60 total
2- Ziploc Storage containers $2.12 each- $4.24 total
5- 2 pack Scotch Tape $0.75 each- $3.75 total
1- Welch's Grape Jelly -$1.68 total
1- Kraft Olive Oil Mayo- $3.58
1- Beach Paddle Ball Game -$3.00
2- Packages of 12 Papermate Pens -$0.97 each- $1.94 total
1- 18 Gallon tub- $4.50
Subtotal Before coupons:$ 36.17
Tax $2.32
Total Before Coupons: $38.49
Coupons used:
$1.50 off 2 Ziploc Containers - Manufacturer Coupon
$1.00 off Kraft Olive Oil Mayo- Publix Coupon
$1.00 off Kraft Olive Oil Mayo- Manufacturer Coupon
1-$2.00 off $10.00 Post it Purchase Manufacturer Coupon
4-$2.00 off Post it flags- Manufacturer Coupons
2-$1.00 of Paper Mate Pens- Target Coupon
2-$0.75 off Post it Flags- Target Coupons
4-$1.00 off Post it Note Pads- Manufacturer Coupon
2- $1.00 off 2 Elmer's glue sticks- Manufacturer Coupons
5- $1.00 off Scotch Tape- Manufacturer Coupons
4- $0.50 off Scotch Tape- Target Coupons
Total Coupon Savings: $30.00
Subtotal $6.17
Tax: $2.16
TOTAL OUT OF POCKET: $8.49
So needless to say I was really happy, and will be doing more shopping at Wal-mart. Of course, Publix and Kroger are still my favorites, BUT I will be doing more shopping or should I say saving at Wal-mart! :)
Here is a picture of the items I purchased tonight:
Hope everyone has a GREAT weekend!
Last week Toys R Us had all Crayola items on sale B1G1 (Buy one get one). There are several items the girls have been wanting and I thought this could be a great opportunity to get a few things to put up for Christmas. I was a little worried that we would have "issues" when we went to check out, but it was so easy. They gave us no issues, matched the sale, and took the coupons off the items. I got $135 worth for $55. I was pleased.
Some of the coupon blogs/ websites I follow starting reporting that Wal-mart had a ton of items on clearance that had coupon match ups. So this afternoon we decided to go check it out.
Here is a breakdown of what I got:
4- Post It Flags $1.97 each- $7.88 total
4- Post It Note Pads $1.00 each- $4.00 total
4- 2 packs of Elmer's glue sticks $0.40 - $1.60 total
2- Ziploc Storage containers $2.12 each- $4.24 total
5- 2 pack Scotch Tape $0.75 each- $3.75 total
1- Welch's Grape Jelly -$1.68 total
1- Kraft Olive Oil Mayo- $3.58
1- Beach Paddle Ball Game -$3.00
2- Packages of 12 Papermate Pens -$0.97 each- $1.94 total
1- 18 Gallon tub- $4.50
Subtotal Before coupons:$ 36.17
Tax $2.32
Total Before Coupons: $38.49
Coupons used:
$1.50 off 2 Ziploc Containers - Manufacturer Coupon
$1.00 off Kraft Olive Oil Mayo- Publix Coupon
$1.00 off Kraft Olive Oil Mayo- Manufacturer Coupon
1-$2.00 off $10.00 Post it Purchase Manufacturer Coupon
4-$2.00 off Post it flags- Manufacturer Coupons
2-$1.00 of Paper Mate Pens- Target Coupon
2-$0.75 off Post it Flags- Target Coupons
4-$1.00 off Post it Note Pads- Manufacturer Coupon
2- $1.00 off 2 Elmer's glue sticks- Manufacturer Coupons
5- $1.00 off Scotch Tape- Manufacturer Coupons
4- $0.50 off Scotch Tape- Target Coupons
Total Coupon Savings: $30.00
Subtotal $6.17
Tax: $2.16
TOTAL OUT OF POCKET: $8.49
So needless to say I was really happy, and will be doing more shopping at Wal-mart. Of course, Publix and Kroger are still my favorites, BUT I will be doing more shopping or should I say saving at Wal-mart! :)
Here is a picture of the items I purchased tonight:
Hope everyone has a GREAT weekend!
Monday, August 15, 2011
Pictures from the first day of school...
Here are the first day of school pictures...
I will be back at some point this week with a blog that has been a longgggg time coming. Stay tuned...
Love to all, and hope everyone has a blessed week!
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| Ansley was so ready to get to Kindergarten! |
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| Ashlynn would NOT put her lunch down! |
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| Daddy with his girls |
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| Mommy with her girls |
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| Ashlynn outside her classroom! |
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| Ansley outside her classroom! |
I will be back at some point this week with a blog that has been a longgggg time coming. Stay tuned...
Love to all, and hope everyone has a blessed week!
Friday, August 12, 2011
First day of school...
Wow, it was such an emotional day.
Ansley woke up early (which for those who don't know...this is NOT our morning child, she prefers to sleep as late as she can)! She was so ready for kindergarten! Ashlynn on the other hand could have cared less, she was more concerned about breakfast and how long it would be before lunch at school! :)
Traffic wasn't bad, I was surprised and we were early to their classes. Ashlynn walked right into hers like she owned it. We had to call her back for hugs and kisses, but she has several friends in her class (God bless that teacher). Then it was Ansley's turn. She was a little clingy and not really sure about it once she saw all the other kids. But, there was a friend of hers in her class so that made it better. After lots of hugs and kisses it was time...TIME for us to turn and WALK OUT of the class and out of the school. Umm, yeah I wasn't too keen on that part. I was proud of myself, I totally didn't cry in front of either of them, only got teary eyed walking out of the school, and was a COMPLETE MESS by the time I got in the van. I thought the hard part was going to be leaving the class, not driving out of the parking lot. Are you kidding me, why didn't I realize that actually leaving the school was going to be such an issue! I did ask B if we had to leave, he thought the school might mind us being out the parking lot all day. Lol...not to mention he had figured out since it was only 8:20, he still had lots of time to go get him breakfast before having to be at work.
I do have a peace about their teachers, the school, etc. So I know it is going to be a great year...plus, I'm not dropping them off everyday, that's B's responsibility...I have never loved the fact that he has to be at work at 9 more than I do at this point! :)
I forgot to pack the cable to download the pictures from the camera...so those will follow at some point this weekend. Sorry...I was just focused on not crying this morning and on NOT forgetting the camera.
I do need to give a shout out to my sister-in-law, Laurie, she called and talked/ cried with me on the way to work. It was nice that she helped me through it. Love ya girl!
Also, thank you so much to all our friends who called, texted, emailed, or did all of the above to check on us this morning! We are very blessed...
Hope everyone has a great weekend!
Ansley woke up early (which for those who don't know...this is NOT our morning child, she prefers to sleep as late as she can)! She was so ready for kindergarten! Ashlynn on the other hand could have cared less, she was more concerned about breakfast and how long it would be before lunch at school! :)
Traffic wasn't bad, I was surprised and we were early to their classes. Ashlynn walked right into hers like she owned it. We had to call her back for hugs and kisses, but she has several friends in her class (God bless that teacher). Then it was Ansley's turn. She was a little clingy and not really sure about it once she saw all the other kids. But, there was a friend of hers in her class so that made it better. After lots of hugs and kisses it was time...TIME for us to turn and WALK OUT of the class and out of the school. Umm, yeah I wasn't too keen on that part. I was proud of myself, I totally didn't cry in front of either of them, only got teary eyed walking out of the school, and was a COMPLETE MESS by the time I got in the van. I thought the hard part was going to be leaving the class, not driving out of the parking lot. Are you kidding me, why didn't I realize that actually leaving the school was going to be such an issue! I did ask B if we had to leave, he thought the school might mind us being out the parking lot all day. Lol...not to mention he had figured out since it was only 8:20, he still had lots of time to go get him breakfast before having to be at work.
I do have a peace about their teachers, the school, etc. So I know it is going to be a great year...plus, I'm not dropping them off everyday, that's B's responsibility...I have never loved the fact that he has to be at work at 9 more than I do at this point! :)
I forgot to pack the cable to download the pictures from the camera...so those will follow at some point this weekend. Sorry...I was just focused on not crying this morning and on NOT forgetting the camera.
I do need to give a shout out to my sister-in-law, Laurie, she called and talked/ cried with me on the way to work. It was nice that she helped me through it. Love ya girl!
Also, thank you so much to all our friends who called, texted, emailed, or did all of the above to check on us this morning! We are very blessed...
Hope everyone has a great weekend!
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Ramblings...
I am going to apologize in advance for this because it is going to be a bunch of ramblings...
As I sit here tonight so much is on my mind...
First, we are REALLY, REALLY blessed. We have two healthy kids, I have a wonderful/ supportive husband, the BEST family and friends we could ever ask for, and jobs that we both absolutely LOVE. I am truly humbled by how good God has been to us.
Second, my heart hurts for a number of families we are close to who have either lost loved ones, are very sick, have family who are very sick, or who are just going through some really tough times. I am praying for each and everyone of them. I am thankful God carries us through these difficult times.
Third, I can't believe tomorrow is THE DAY. Yes, I am emotional already, Ansley cried when she said good bye to her pre-k teachers this afternoon (it goes without saying that I was crying!!!). I am excited about the girls starting school and all the fun that will bring, but sad that they are growing up so fast. I know I have said it before, but they should still be babies...they will ALWAYS be our babies though. I am so thankful that their teachers are christians, they are very strong women of faith, and they have been praying for their classrooms and the children who will be in their classes. God is so good...what a blessing that these two women who will have such an impact on our girls lives and our lives are such faithful christians.
Fourth, and totally random...I have found several knew blogs about organization that I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE. They have each inspired me, and I will be adding to our "binder" collection. I know Brian is thrilled, lol. These sites are helping me with our "Household Binder"...and yes, I will be making Brian the mini version (mainly the planner portions with the calendars and the girls schedules). He shouldn't have the excuse that I didn't tell him what our plans were! This binder has all kinds of great tools for keeping your household organized and planned. There are things from schedules, to budgets, meal plans, etc. I figured it would be nice to have everything in one place. I LOVE my coupon binder and have used it like crazy. I think it has even inspired a few of my friends to make their own. I think this will be a good addition to that...
I know most of you are probably rolling your eyes and thinking are you kidding me, and that's ok too. But, our lives are so busy and hectic right now I think this is going to be awesome for us. We are constantly on the go and I usually have 10 lists going for all different kind of things...now they will be all in one place! YAY! So I am going to try this for the next 3 months, and see how it goes. I will post pictures after I get them made this weekend...
Fifth, thank goodness that college football and cooler weather are right around the corner! Can I get an AMEN??? In case you were wondering...the Dawgs kick off in 23 days! GOOOOOOO DAWGS!!! SIC 'EM!!!!!! Yes, the Harvey's are ready with their game day attire...:) See I told you this was going to be random thoughs and ramblings...:)
Finally, I will close with a few verses and quotes that I love:
As I sit here tonight so much is on my mind...
First, we are REALLY, REALLY blessed. We have two healthy kids, I have a wonderful/ supportive husband, the BEST family and friends we could ever ask for, and jobs that we both absolutely LOVE. I am truly humbled by how good God has been to us.
Second, my heart hurts for a number of families we are close to who have either lost loved ones, are very sick, have family who are very sick, or who are just going through some really tough times. I am praying for each and everyone of them. I am thankful God carries us through these difficult times.
Third, I can't believe tomorrow is THE DAY. Yes, I am emotional already, Ansley cried when she said good bye to her pre-k teachers this afternoon (it goes without saying that I was crying!!!). I am excited about the girls starting school and all the fun that will bring, but sad that they are growing up so fast. I know I have said it before, but they should still be babies...they will ALWAYS be our babies though. I am so thankful that their teachers are christians, they are very strong women of faith, and they have been praying for their classrooms and the children who will be in their classes. God is so good...what a blessing that these two women who will have such an impact on our girls lives and our lives are such faithful christians.
Fourth, and totally random...I have found several knew blogs about organization that I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE. They have each inspired me, and I will be adding to our "binder" collection. I know Brian is thrilled, lol. These sites are helping me with our "Household Binder"...and yes, I will be making Brian the mini version (mainly the planner portions with the calendars and the girls schedules). He shouldn't have the excuse that I didn't tell him what our plans were! This binder has all kinds of great tools for keeping your household organized and planned. There are things from schedules, to budgets, meal plans, etc. I figured it would be nice to have everything in one place. I LOVE my coupon binder and have used it like crazy. I think it has even inspired a few of my friends to make their own. I think this will be a good addition to that...
I know most of you are probably rolling your eyes and thinking are you kidding me, and that's ok too. But, our lives are so busy and hectic right now I think this is going to be awesome for us. We are constantly on the go and I usually have 10 lists going for all different kind of things...now they will be all in one place! YAY! So I am going to try this for the next 3 months, and see how it goes. I will post pictures after I get them made this weekend...
Fifth, thank goodness that college football and cooler weather are right around the corner! Can I get an AMEN??? In case you were wondering...the Dawgs kick off in 23 days! GOOOOOOO DAWGS!!! SIC 'EM!!!!!! Yes, the Harvey's are ready with their game day attire...:) See I told you this was going to be random thoughs and ramblings...:)
Finally, I will close with a few verses and quotes that I love:
Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future
Romans 8:31
What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us? One of my all time favorites!!!!
James 1:2-4
Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
Back tomorrow with pictures of the first day of school!
Much love to you all!
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Pictures...
This blog is mainly going to be pictures of things that we have done this summer. I FINALLY had a chance to upload the 2000+ pictures from my camera to the computer!
But before we get to the pictures...PRAISE THE LORD, open house went well. No tears, AND both girls got excellent teachers! Yay...I have prayed so hard for them to get good teachers. We are so blessed with the ones that Ansley and Ashlynn have. Hopefully, it is an indication of how this school year is going to go!
Ok on with the pictures...
Beach with some great friends...
Then we had swim lessons...which was fun, but also made for some really long days...not to mention it was HOT. Not sure we will do them again for as long as we did this year!
Ashlynn's 4th Birthday was next...it was A LOT of fun...
Fourth of July was spent in Sevierville, TN. It was fun, but very tiring...I think the girls were the most excited about seeing Santa at the Christmas shop. They thought it was great to get to see him during the middle of the summer. Just proves that he is always watching...lol.
Last in this post :) is Stone Mountain. We had a blast, well almost all of us had a blast. Ashlynn liked it until the fireworks started and then she didn't want anything else to do with it. We asked her if she would go back...she said yes, to dance and play on the lawn, but we would have to leave before that "show" started! Gotta love that kid...lol.
But before we get to the pictures...PRAISE THE LORD, open house went well. No tears, AND both girls got excellent teachers! Yay...I have prayed so hard for them to get good teachers. We are so blessed with the ones that Ansley and Ashlynn have. Hopefully, it is an indication of how this school year is going to go!
Ok on with the pictures...
Beach with some great friends...
Then we had swim lessons...which was fun, but also made for some really long days...not to mention it was HOT. Not sure we will do them again for as long as we did this year!
Ashlynn's 4th Birthday was next...it was A LOT of fun...
Fourth of July was spent in Sevierville, TN. It was fun, but very tiring...I think the girls were the most excited about seeing Santa at the Christmas shop. They thought it was great to get to see him during the middle of the summer. Just proves that he is always watching...lol.
Last in this post :) is Stone Mountain. We had a blast, well almost all of us had a blast. Ashlynn liked it until the fireworks started and then she didn't want anything else to do with it. We asked her if she would go back...she said yes, to dance and play on the lawn, but we would have to leave before that "show" started! Gotta love that kid...lol.
Hope everyone has a great day, and enjoyed seeing some of the pics from our summer.
Monday, August 8, 2011
August already...
It's August already...and what a busy month it has already been! We had friends come to stay with us, recently. That was A LOT of fun. We shopped, watched movies, cooked, etc. I love to shop, but I think I am over it with all the back to school shopping for supplies, shoes, clothes, etc. we have done...what a chore making sure that everything on the lists were bought. I am proud, I spent way less on it than I budgeted...gotta love couponing!
Ansley lost her first tooth this past week. She was so excited...she thought the tooth fairy was going to bring her $60. Not really sure where she came up with that one, but thankfully she was excited with the $5 that she got! Now, I know a lot of you just went $5 for a TOOTH??? Well, the tooth fairy left a nice little note explaining that the first tooth always gets $5 because it is a special occasion, but after that it will only be $1!!:) That tooth fairy sure is smart! :) LOL...
Tomorrow, is another big day in our house. We have Open House at the girls school at 9:00 am. They are SOOOO excited to get to go meet their teachers and see who is in their class. Asnley has asked everyday if it is time to go to kindergarten. Brian usually answers, nope Mommy isn't crying yet. Ha ha, yes I am hoping that I don't cry tomorrow, and don't think I will, at least that is what I keep telling myself...at least we will take them and drop them back off at Little Angels before going to work. Please say a prayer that they get really amazing teachers.
Then Friday is the day I have dreaded since I gave birth to Ansley in 2005...the first day of school. This is probably one of the few times that I am wishing Friday WOULD NOT hurry up and get here. I am so not ready to send both of my babies to school. I suggest you buy stock in Kleenex and I already have planned no mascara or eye make up on Friday! :) Seriously, though please pray for all of us, all the teachers and administrators in the schools, as well as all the students...I know first hand how hectic working in a school system can be. The plus side to them going to school...we get a raise we will be paying less for two weeks of after school care than we are for 1 week of daycare right now...so that is a HUGE plus! :)
I am attaching a picture of the girls bookbags...yes they are monogrammed, and matching they picked them out (honestly I was shocked Ashlynn didn't get the purple one, but hey whatever keeps them from fighting). And they have the cutest shirts to wear on the first day of school...thanks to Aunt Sharon for that. She got them through Marti's Stitchery...check her page out on FB! I am attaching pictures of the shirts too.
Ansley lost her first tooth this past week. She was so excited...she thought the tooth fairy was going to bring her $60. Not really sure where she came up with that one, but thankfully she was excited with the $5 that she got! Now, I know a lot of you just went $5 for a TOOTH??? Well, the tooth fairy left a nice little note explaining that the first tooth always gets $5 because it is a special occasion, but after that it will only be $1!!:) That tooth fairy sure is smart! :) LOL...
Then Friday is the day I have dreaded since I gave birth to Ansley in 2005...the first day of school. This is probably one of the few times that I am wishing Friday WOULD NOT hurry up and get here. I am so not ready to send both of my babies to school. I suggest you buy stock in Kleenex and I already have planned no mascara or eye make up on Friday! :) Seriously, though please pray for all of us, all the teachers and administrators in the schools, as well as all the students...I know first hand how hectic working in a school system can be. The plus side to them going to school...we get a raise we will be paying less for two weeks of after school care than we are for 1 week of daycare right now...so that is a HUGE plus! :)
I am attaching a picture of the girls bookbags...yes they are monogrammed, and matching they picked them out (honestly I was shocked Ashlynn didn't get the purple one, but hey whatever keeps them from fighting). And they have the cutest shirts to wear on the first day of school...thanks to Aunt Sharon for that. She got them through Marti's Stitchery...check her page out on FB! I am attaching pictures of the shirts too.
Oh and I almost forgot...this past weekend I had one of my best EVER savings at Publix. My bill before coupons was $145.63, and after coupons it was $73.48. I was really excited about that...got tons of stuff for the girls to take in their lunches, and several things for our upcoming trip to the beach...I LOVE couponing...plus I was under the grocery budget for the week too!
Ok, so I think I have rambled enough for one day with the Happenings with the Harvey's, but I will be back this week with pictures from the first day of school.
Hope everyone has a blessed day!
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