At least I thought I did.
But now I'm old and the truth be told,
What I knew, I can't recall.
---Dick Ham
Richmond, KY
Saturday, January 8, 2011
An apple a day
When I was young, I knew it all;
At least I thought I did.
But now I'm old and the truth be told,
What I knew, I can't recall.
---Dick Ham
Richmond, KY
At least I thought I did.
But now I'm old and the truth be told,
What I knew, I can't recall.
---Dick Ham
Richmond, KY
Friday, January 7, 2011
A coupon tip!
I love to save $$ using coupons! I want to share this tip with you...
When you find a coupon for a product you regularly purchase,
wait about 3 weeks before using it. Grocery stores bet on
consumers rushing out to buy the item, so they keep their
costs at full price. Then the store will put the item on sale
a fews weeks after the coupon is published. By holding on
to it and using it when the item is on sale will give you the
maximum savings.
When you find a coupon for a product you regularly purchase,
wait about 3 weeks before using it. Grocery stores bet on
consumers rushing out to buy the item, so they keep their
costs at full price. Then the store will put the item on sale
a fews weeks after the coupon is published. By holding on
to it and using it when the item is on sale will give you the
maximum savings.
Thursday, January 6, 2011
To clean a stained porcelain dish or sink, fill it with warm water, drop in some denture-cleaning tablets, and watch the stains dissolve. Get more tips.
Enjoy this recipe from Sunday Dinner at Grandma's (M233).
from: http://www.gooseberrypatch.com/
Check out this website for many Great Recipes!
Grandma Jo’s Potato Soup (Nothing better on a cold day!)
2 lbs. potatoes, peeled and diced
1/2 lb. carrots, peeled and diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 onion, diced
4 c. water
12-oz. can evaporated milk
1/4 c. butter, sliced
onion and garlic seasoned salt to taste
pepper to taste
8-oz. pkg. shredded Cheddar cheese
3 slices bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled
Combine vegetables and water in a stockpot over medium-high heat. Cook until vegetables are fork-tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Reduce heat to low; stir in evaporated milk, butter and seasonings. Heat through. Ladle into soup bowls; garnish with cheese and bacon. Serves 6
An apple a day
Do not fret because of evil men
or be envious of those who do wrong;
for like the grass they will soon wither,
like green plants they will soon die away.
Psalm 37:1-2
In these times when there is so much hatred and evil among men, remember
it's not our place to judge or avenge, but know that they will have to
answer to God. The old saying, "What goes around comes around" is
true in my opinion
or be envious of those who do wrong;
for like the grass they will soon wither,
like green plants they will soon die away.
Psalm 37:1-2
In these times when there is so much hatred and evil among men, remember
it's not our place to judge or avenge, but know that they will have to
answer to God. The old saying, "What goes around comes around" is
true in my opinion
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Find a Day of Dance Event Near You | Day of Dance
Find a Day of Dance Event Near You Day of Dance
This is always a fun and beneficial event. Check it out!
I usually attend the Day of Dance in my area.
This is always a fun and beneficial event. Check it out!
I usually attend the Day of Dance in my area.
An apple a day
Quiet minds cannot be perplexed or frightened, but go on in fortune or misfortune
at their own private pace, like a clock during a thunderstorm.
Robert Louis Stevenson
at their own private pace, like a clock during a thunderstorm.
Robert Louis Stevenson
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
An apple a day
"Drop thy still dews of quietness till all our strivings cease; take from
our souls the strain and stress, and let our ordered lives confess the
beauty of Thy peace."
--John Greenleaf Whittier
our souls the strain and stress, and let our ordered lives confess the
beauty of Thy peace."
--John Greenleaf Whittier
Monday, January 3, 2011
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Is your home "a safe refuge?"
A welcoming home is a place of refuge, a place where people worn down by the noise, turmoil, and hostility
from the outside world can find a safe resting place. A welcoming home is a place that you enjoy
coming home to.
Let's strive to make our homes more peaceful and welcoming in 2011!
A welcoming home is a place of refuge, a place where people worn down by the noise, turmoil, and hostility
from the outside world can find a safe resting place. A welcoming home is a place that you enjoy
coming home to.
Let's strive to make our homes more peaceful and welcoming in 2011!
An apple a day
remember this:
Whatever happens, abide steadfast in a determination to cling simply to God.
Francis de Sales
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Friday, December 31, 2010
An apple a day
All problems become smaller if you don't dodge
them but confront them. Touch a thistle timidly and
it will prick you; grasp it boldly and its spines crumble.
them but confront them. Touch a thistle timidly and
it will prick you; grasp it boldly and its spines crumble.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
An apple a day
Be cheerful. Of all the things you wear,
your expression is the most important.
(This one really hits home. I struggle and
fail at this each and every day. It's so hard)
your expression is the most important.
(This one really hits home. I struggle and
fail at this each and every day. It's so hard)
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
South Carolina: First Snowfall on Christmas Day Since 1963! - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com
5 pictures from our Christmas day snowfall.
Take a peek!
5 pictures from our Christmas day snowfall.
Take a peek!
An apple a day
For when the One Great Scorer comes,
To write against your name,
He writes not that you lost or won,
But how you played the game.
To write against your name,
He writes not that you lost or won,
But how you played the game.
Monday, December 27, 2010
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Friday, December 24, 2010
An apple a day
Mirth is from God, and dullness is from the devil. You can never
be too sprightly, you can never be too good-tempered.
be too sprightly, you can never be too good-tempered.
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
An apple a day
Climb the mountains and get their glad tidings. Nature's peace will flow
to you as the sunshine flows into the trees. The winds blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares drop away
from you like the leaves of autumn.
to you as the sunshine flows into the trees. The winds blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares drop away
from you like the leaves of autumn.
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Bible Verse for Today
And Mary said: My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord.
Luke 1:46
(as we should) Let's not forget the greatness of our Lord not just at
Christmas, but every day of the year.
Luke 1:46
(as we should) Let's not forget the greatness of our Lord not just at
Christmas, but every day of the year.
If you are interested in learning to draw (anything), www.dragoarts.com is my favorite website to go to!
Check it out.
Check it out.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Saturday, December 18, 2010
Friday, December 17, 2010
The Christmas Angel - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com
A little prose meant to inspire us this Christmas!
A little prose meant to inspire us this Christmas!
An apple a day
The glory of life is to love, not to be loved, to give, not to get;
to serve, not to be served.
to serve, not to be served.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Try these Easy Pickle Rolls!
These are great appetizers to take to your next
Christmas party
Spread cream cheese (could be low fat) on a slice of soft whole wheat bread. Cut off the edges. Roll around a “baby” dill pickle (regular size will be too big), preferably something with some spice, like a “hot” variety, but you can use regular Kosher dills. I make the rolls and then chill them overnight. Slice them after they are chilled. (You might want to throw out the ends if they don’t have enough pickle in them, or eat them as you go.)
Christmas party
Spread cream cheese (could be low fat) on a slice of soft whole wheat bread. Cut off the edges. Roll around a “baby” dill pickle (regular size will be too big), preferably something with some spice, like a “hot” variety, but you can use regular Kosher dills. I make the rolls and then chill them overnight. Slice them after they are chilled. (You might want to throw out the ends if they don’t have enough pickle in them, or eat them as you go.)
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Twas the Day After Christmas! - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com
A little bit of humor for the day after....
A little bit of humor for the day after....
Monday, December 13, 2010
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Saturday, December 11, 2010
Bible Verse for Today
Proverbs 16:3
All a man's ways seem innocent to him,
but motives are weighed by the Lord.
All a man's ways seem innocent to him,
but motives are weighed by the Lord.
Friday, December 10, 2010
Make Some Cute Snowmen Cupcakes
Just whip up a batch of your favorite homemade cupcakes or buy pre-made ones at the store, Frost.
To transform your frosted cupcake into a festive snowman, do this...
1.Dip frosted cupcakes in sparkling sugar.
2. Use 2 m&ms for eyes.
3. Use a candy orange slice halves for the nose.
4. Cut a strip of licorice and attach 1 gumdrops on each end for earmuffs.
5. Use licorice for the mouth.
6. Add a pink sprinkle to each side of mouth for cheeks.
Voila...you have cupcake snowmen...the kids will love them.
To transform your frosted cupcake into a festive snowman, do this...
1.Dip frosted cupcakes in sparkling sugar.
2. Use 2 m&ms for eyes.
3. Use a candy orange slice halves for the nose.
4. Cut a strip of licorice and attach 1 gumdrops on each end for earmuffs.
5. Use licorice for the mouth.
6. Add a pink sprinkle to each side of mouth for cheeks.
Voila...you have cupcake snowmen...the kids will love them.
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| This recipe came from All You Magazine (great mag sold at Walmart) It's chock full of coupons and great ideas and recipes. |
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
An apple a day
Let us be the first to give a friendly sign, to nod first, smile first, and --if such a thing is
necessary--forgive first.
necessary--forgive first.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Monday, December 6, 2010
Ecclesiastes Chapter 9
Lesson in Chapter 9 is summed up in verses 2 and 3. It says "All share a
common destiny__the righteous and the wicked, the good and the bad,
the clean and the unclean, those who offers sacrifices and those who
do not."
v3-"This is the evil in everything that happens under the sun: The same destiny overtakes all."
Death is eminent for everyone who has breath, so while you live,
eat your food with gladness. Give thanks to God in all things. He favors you. Enjoy life, but be careful to be clothed in white, and give your heart to God, for after your days on earth ends, your eternal destiny is what is going
to matter most.
Our purpose is to do whatever our work in this life is to the best of our ability and with all our might, for in the grave, where
we will all go, there is neither working, nor planning nor knowledge or wisdom.
In the grave we will know nothing, until the Lord returns to
claim his "children" meaning those who accepted Christ as their Lord and Savior while living. None of us know the hour of our death nor the hour the Lord will return to gather those who are already in the grave.
common destiny__the righteous and the wicked, the good and the bad,
the clean and the unclean, those who offers sacrifices and those who
do not."
v3-"This is the evil in everything that happens under the sun: The same destiny overtakes all."
Death is eminent for everyone who has breath, so while you live,
eat your food with gladness. Give thanks to God in all things. He favors you. Enjoy life, but be careful to be clothed in white, and give your heart to God, for after your days on earth ends, your eternal destiny is what is going
to matter most.
Our purpose is to do whatever our work in this life is to the best of our ability and with all our might, for in the grave, where
we will all go, there is neither working, nor planning nor knowledge or wisdom.
In the grave we will know nothing, until the Lord returns to
claim his "children" meaning those who accepted Christ as their Lord and Savior while living. None of us know the hour of our death nor the hour the Lord will return to gather those who are already in the grave.
Recipe: Christmas Bark
You will need:
16oz vanilla-flavored candy coating, chopped
2 cups small pretzel twists
1/2 cup red and green candy-coated chocolate pieces
Directions:
1. Line a cookie sheet with waxed paper. In medium saucepan, melt candy coating over low
heat, stirring constantly.
2. Add remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Spread mixture thinly on wax paper lined cookie sheet.
Cool 30 minutes or until set. Break into pieces.
16oz vanilla-flavored candy coating, chopped
2 cups small pretzel twists
1/2 cup red and green candy-coated chocolate pieces
Directions:
1. Line a cookie sheet with waxed paper. In medium saucepan, melt candy coating over low
heat, stirring constantly.
2. Add remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Spread mixture thinly on wax paper lined cookie sheet.
Cool 30 minutes or until set. Break into pieces.
Sunday, December 5, 2010
An apple a day
Money and time are the heaviest burdens of life, and the unhappiest
of all mortals are those who have more of either than they know how
to use.
this is not me.....
of all mortals are those who have more of either than they know how
to use.
this is not me.....
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Recipe: Holiday Cookie Frosting
Ingredients
2/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 2/3 cups confectioner's sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons milk
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
food coloring (red, white, green)
Beat butter, sugar, milk and vanilla in a mixer until smooth. If frosting
is too thick, add a little more milk. Divide frosting into several small
bowls. Add a different color of food coloring to each bowl. Mix.
Glaze each cookie the holiday colors of your choice.
2/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 2/3 cups confectioner's sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons milk
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
food coloring (red, white, green)
Beat butter, sugar, milk and vanilla in a mixer until smooth. If frosting
is too thick, add a little more milk. Divide frosting into several small
bowls. Add a different color of food coloring to each bowl. Mix.
Glaze each cookie the holiday colors of your choice.
Friday, December 3, 2010
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
A Gift from Your Kitchen! Bittersweet Chocolate Sauce
4 1-oz unsweetened chocolate squares
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup water
Stir chocolate squares, sugar, and butter together in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir constantly until well combined. Whisk in water until sauce is smooth. Spoon into a pretty jar. Decorate with small ornaments or personalized labels. This has all of the anti-oxidant benefits of dark chocolate and is low in fat.
This delicious topping is the perfect topping for ice cream, pound cake or as a dip for fruit.
Yields approx. 1 cup (from Mature Living Dec. Magazine)
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup water
Stir chocolate squares, sugar, and butter together in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir constantly until well combined. Whisk in water until sauce is smooth. Spoon into a pretty jar. Decorate with small ornaments or personalized labels. This has all of the anti-oxidant benefits of dark chocolate and is low in fat.
This delicious topping is the perfect topping for ice cream, pound cake or as a dip for fruit.
Yields approx. 1 cup (from Mature Living Dec. Magazine)
Ecclesiastes Chapter 8
Key verses in Chapter 8 to think about:
8:6 - For there is a proper time and procedure for every matter, though
a man's misery weighs heavily upon him.
8:8 -No man has power over the wind to contain it,
so no one has power of the day of his death. As no one is discharged in
time of war, so wickedness will not release those who practice it.
8:17 - No one can comprehend what goes on under the sun. Despite all his efforts to search it out, man cannot discover its meaning. Even if a wise man claims he knows, he cannot really comprehend it.
(NIV version)
8:6 - For there is a proper time and procedure for every matter, though
a man's misery weighs heavily upon him.
8:8 -No man has power over the wind to contain it,
so no one has power of the day of his death. As no one is discharged in
time of war, so wickedness will not release those who practice it.
8:17 - No one can comprehend what goes on under the sun. Despite all his efforts to search it out, man cannot discover its meaning. Even if a wise man claims he knows, he cannot really comprehend it.
(NIV version)
Monday, November 29, 2010
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Ecclesiastes Chapter 7
As I posted in my interpretation of Chapter 6, our life's purpose isn't always the most important thing to worry about. Our purpose should be to worry about our destiny or eternity. As Chapter 7 of Ecclesiastes teaches us, (see v. 1-2) that it is our destiny to die and this should not be taken lightly. For life is temporary. Death lasts for eternity. If we live our life for God and HE is our savior, then the ending is better than the beginning! That is exciting to me. Life is fleeting, live it to please God. Patience is better than pride. We do not need to be provoked in our spirit, for anger is for the foolish. What does anger solve? Nothing, period.
Perhaps the most profound and meaningful verse in chapter 7 is verse 14.
It says "When times are good, be happy; but when times are bad, consider:
God has made the one as well as the other. "Therefore, a man cannot discover anything about his future." To me this means God is in charge, do what he says and TRUST HIM. Then you can be sure HE's got your back and eternity with HIM will be worth everything you went through HERE, under the sun.
Perhaps the most profound and meaningful verse in chapter 7 is verse 14.
It says "When times are good, be happy; but when times are bad, consider:
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| photo by Freida |
An apple a day
'Yes, it's pretty hard,' the optimistic old woman admitted. 'I have
to get along with only two teeth---one upper, one lower--but, thank
goodness, they meet.'
to get along with only two teeth---one upper, one lower--but, thank
goodness, they meet.'
Friday, November 26, 2010
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Ecclesiastes Chapter 6
The verse that popped at me in Chapter 6 was verse 7 and it reads
"All man's efforts are for his mouth, yet his appetite is never satistied."
This speaks for itself.
"All man's efforts are for his mouth, yet his appetite is never satistied."
This speaks for itself.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Ecclesiastes Chapter 5
Chapter 5 has key verses that tell us what things we should do while here on earth whether we understand them or not. In other words,
God is God and is in heaven, we are down here. Who are "we" to question God. When or if God gives us any wealth and posessions, and enables us to enjoy them, then we should be content with what we have and be good stewards of it. Because in the end vs. 15 reminds us that "Naked a man comes from his mother's womb, and as he comes, so he departs." The blessings and possessions we have while on earth are gifts from God, we do not own them, for if it weren't for God, we wouldn't have anything. We need to "guard our steps" and be careful not to make a vow to God and not fulfill it. Work hard, enjoy it, but remember to thank the GIVER! vs. 12. The sleep of a laborer is sweet, whether he eats little or much, but "the abundance of a rich man permits him no sleep."
Consider this: God does not mean for us to understand everything about our life or his purpose for us. Instead, focus on our eternity and not on the mundane things in life. Your interpretation of the verses in Ecclesiastes may be very different from mine. That's ok, and the way it should be. God speaks through his word "differently" to each one of us. We need only to listen and God will speak.
God is God and is in heaven, we are down here. Who are "we" to question God. When or if God gives us any wealth and posessions, and enables us to enjoy them, then we should be content with what we have and be good stewards of it. Because in the end vs. 15 reminds us that "Naked a man comes from his mother's womb, and as he comes, so he departs." The blessings and possessions we have while on earth are gifts from God, we do not own them, for if it weren't for God, we wouldn't have anything. We need to "guard our steps" and be careful not to make a vow to God and not fulfill it. Work hard, enjoy it, but remember to thank the GIVER! vs. 12. The sleep of a laborer is sweet, whether he eats little or much, but "the abundance of a rich man permits him no sleep."
Consider this: God does not mean for us to understand everything about our life or his purpose for us. Instead, focus on our eternity and not on the mundane things in life. Your interpretation of the verses in Ecclesiastes may be very different from mine. That's ok, and the way it should be. God speaks through his word "differently" to each one of us. We need only to listen and God will speak.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Ecclesiastes: Chapter 4
The rising and fallling, the peaks and valleys in our lives are what
make it interesting. Though circumstances sometimes seem unbearable and
scarey, we can be assured that God is behind every scene that unfolds in our lives and HE has our back. When we fall, he always sends a friend our way to "pick us up!" There is no need to worry about our purpose every minute. All in due time will be made known.
We see after reading chapter 4, that the writer is still mostly negative about
what he sees and understands about life, however I chose today not to focus
so much on what this chapter is still dwelling on, but what comes later on as we continue through the reading of Ecclesiastes. Hang in with me, and
there is a positive lesson to be learned here.
But tonight, just know that we (you) are not alone in this world. The God who created you and I loves us so much and always has a purpose in mind for us. We will have to just trust him.
photo by Freida
make it interesting. Though circumstances sometimes seem unbearable and
scarey, we can be assured that God is behind every scene that unfolds in our lives and HE has our back. When we fall, he always sends a friend our way to "pick us up!" There is no need to worry about our purpose every minute. All in due time will be made known.
We see after reading chapter 4, that the writer is still mostly negative about
what he sees and understands about life, however I chose today not to focus
so much on what this chapter is still dwelling on, but what comes later on as we continue through the reading of Ecclesiastes. Hang in with me, and
there is a positive lesson to be learned here.
But tonight, just know that we (you) are not alone in this world. The God who created you and I loves us so much and always has a purpose in mind for us. We will have to just trust him.
An apple a day
A thankful heart is not only the greatest virtue,
but the parent of all other virtues.
but the parent of all other virtues.
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Ecclesiastes: Chapter 3
Chapter 3 is where we begin to find the answer to what life's purpose is. The "A time for everything" I call it is comforting to read when we begin to ask the question "Why." The reality is that God has a purpose for "everything under the sun." Every single step we take, word we say, hug we share, trial we go through has a purpose. Most times our human eyes can't see the purpose behind tragedy especially. This is when it is hardest, but after reading Chapter 3 verses 1-8, we find that it is a little easier because it is the plan of God. I just want to record these verses here for your convenience and reading again.
Chapter 3 says: 1.There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven:
2. a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot,
3. a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to build, 4. a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance, 5. a time to scatter stones and a time to gather them, a time to embrace and a time to refrain, 6. a time to search and a time to give up, a time to keep and a time to throw away, 7. a time to tear and a time to mend, a time to keep, a time to be silent and a time to speak, 8. a time to love and a time to hate, a time for war and a time for peace.
The king in Jerusalem in the first two chapters was right in the since that life does go in a circular motion, and there is nothing new under the son. Everything that happens has happened before, maybe not to you, but to someone. The difference is "life is not meaningless," but exactly the opposite!
As I said before, every step and action we take in our life "means" something, whether it is to you personally or to someone who knows or observes you. Our life experiences as well as other people's experiences are meant to entertwine and teach us things. Our lives are mirrors through which we see ourselves, but which others see as a reflection of ourselves. Our perception of ourselves can be very different than that of others and in fact often are. These are my thoughts when I read Chapter 3. Please share your thoughts if you are inclined to do so.
We are all similar to these ducks, different sizes, colors with different personalities and traits, but in the beginning we are each given breath, and in the end, we all die. We just all march toward the end at different paces and through unique circumstances, but we are all alike, just like our fellow creatures of the air and sea, we too will die.
photo: Freida
Chapter 3 says: 1.There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven:
2. a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot,
3. a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to build, 4. a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance, 5. a time to scatter stones and a time to gather them, a time to embrace and a time to refrain, 6. a time to search and a time to give up, a time to keep and a time to throw away, 7. a time to tear and a time to mend, a time to keep, a time to be silent and a time to speak, 8. a time to love and a time to hate, a time for war and a time for peace.
The king in Jerusalem in the first two chapters was right in the since that life does go in a circular motion, and there is nothing new under the son. Everything that happens has happened before, maybe not to you, but to someone. The difference is "life is not meaningless," but exactly the opposite!
As I said before, every step and action we take in our life "means" something, whether it is to you personally or to someone who knows or observes you. Our life experiences as well as other people's experiences are meant to entertwine and teach us things. Our lives are mirrors through which we see ourselves, but which others see as a reflection of ourselves. Our perception of ourselves can be very different than that of others and in fact often are. These are my thoughts when I read Chapter 3. Please share your thoughts if you are inclined to do so.
photo: Freida
An apple a day
Some folks just don't seem to realize when they're
moaning about not getting prayers answered, that NO is
the answer.
moaning about not getting prayers answered, that NO is
the answer.
Saturday, November 20, 2010
An apple a day
If you would know the greatest sum in addition,
count your blessings.
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| Photo credit :Freida Thomas |
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