1) Where did you begin 2008?
alone in my bedroom.
2) What was your status by Valentine's day?
taken.
3) Did you have to go to the hospital?
when jude was born.
4) Did you have any encounters with the police?
negative.
5) Where did you go on vacation?
sadly, no vacay.
6) What did you purchase that was over $100?
tires.
7) Did you know anybody who got married?
i don't think so.
8) Did you know anybody who passed away?
i don't think so.
9) What's something you learned about yourself?
i can be pretty darn resilient.
10) What sporting events did you attend?
none. :(
11) What concerts/shows did you go to?
ooh...not nearly enough. get back loretta (a few times), silent comedy (a few times), indie jam, maroon 5, street scene, minus the bear (kind of), and bloc party.
12) Describe your birthday in 3 words:
minimal, twenty-one, nice.
13) When was your birthday?
the twenty-third of november.
14) What has been your favorite moments?
jude being born. dancing at street scene. times i was too happy to care about anything else.
15) Any new additions to your family?
jude patrick.
16) What was your best month?
august was the most challenging, i'm going to say it was the worst, but somehow the best.
17) Who has been your best drinking buddy?
montes, since she turned 21 two days after i did. i've gone out to the bar with nick the most though.
18) Made new friends?
yup.
19) Have you lost any friends this year?
shrug. i can't keep track of whom i'm friends and not friends with anymore. i know who my best friends are and i'm cool with it.
20) Change your hairstyle?
oh yes.
21) Have any car accidents?
no sir.
22) How old did you turn this year?
twenty-one.
23) Did you have a New Years resolution?
never.
24) Do anything embarrassing?
of course.
25) Buy anything new from ebay?
i did, actually.
26) Been snowboarding?
no, never. i would like to.
27) Did you get sick this year?
only once. alright.
28) Been naughty or nice?
both.
29) What are you looking forward to most in 2009?
moving forward.
30) A wish for the new year:
for it to be a better year than those past.
12.28.2008
12.18.2008
This is a story and this is what I've planned.
1.Name and middle name?
stephanie and heather.
2. What holiday is your birthday closest to?
thanksgiving.
3. Favorite flavored Pie?
i really love pie. probably pumpkin.
4. Does it bother you when someone says they will call you and they dont?
it does.
5. Are you allergic to anything?
perfume, cologne, lotion, anything scented really.
6. Is there something special you want for Christmas?
a savings account.
7. When was the last time you went swimming?
months and months ago. i'm not a swimmer.
8. Do you like cheesecake?
occasionally.
9. How many of the U.S. states have you lived in?
one and one alone.
10. Have you traveled outside the country?
fact. france, germany, switzerland, and england.
11. Do you keep a planner or calendar with daily events?
i do.
12. Does anyone like you?
not sure.
13. Do you have any strange pets?
my dog is quite strange. i love her.
14. What is your dream car?
rolls or bentley.
15. What did you do today?
woke up, got out of bed, dragged a comb across my head.
16. Are you bipolar?
no sir.
17. What is the main ring tone on your cell?
it is a strange combination of standard ring tones.
18. Where would you want to go on a first date?
something creative. a mix of entertaining and low key. i'm not picky.
19. When is the last time you were hugged?
last night.
20. Has anyone ever sang or played for you personally?
not really.
21. How important is romance?
quite. it's appreciated and not difficult.
22. Have you ever bungee jumped?
no way. never.
23. Have you ever been white water rafting?
i have not. it is appealing to me, but i have an irrational fear of drowning.
24. Has anyone ten years older than you ever hit on you?
try forty. try creepy.
25. Are you a cavity free kid?
currently, yes. i have had a few cavities before that, as the dentist put it, "were out of my control in preventing" due to my "extremely deep grooves".
26. Are you an extreme racist?
goodness no. racism baffles me actually.
27. What song are you listening to right now?
none, surprisingly
28. What is your favorite song at the moment?
neverland - the knife. i'm thoroughly addicted.
29. What was the last movie you watched?
the first half of it's a wonderful life.
30. Where was the last house you went besides your house?
the baumgardner's i believe.
31. Have you ever seriously vandalized someone elses property?
no way. nonsense.
32. Have you ever been punched?
i have. in the face none the less.
33. Whats the first thing you notice about the opposite sex?
how they interact with people. their dynamic if you will.
34. Can you open a beer bottle with a body part other than your hand?
um, no.
35. What do you usually order from Olive Garden?
as long as i get salad and a breadstick i'm set.
37. Do you have an mp3 player?
three iPods.
38. Has anyone ever said you looked like a celebrity?
when alias was popular i used to get jennifer garner. but i think that's a strange thing to tell people. "you look just like this person!"..."uh, okay?"
39. Do you have freckles?
yes, lots. tons on my shoulder.
40. Are you comfortable with your height?
i could enjoy being just a couple inches shorter, but i'm good.
42. How tall are you?
five foot six.
43. Do you speak any other language other than English?
nein.
44. How do you like your steak cooked?
for someone else.
46. Do you watch MTV?
i, unfortunately, dvr the hills. my dad watches too.
49. What is the best thing in your refrigerator right now?
homemade baked macaroni and cheese.
56. Were you ever rushed by an ambulance into the emergency room?
no. thank goodness.
57. Have you broken a bone or had stitches?
i've never broken, or even sprained, anything. i had nine stitches when i was young. there is a small scar on my chin.
60. What did you do last night?
went with ash to see jacob's performance and then coffee with ash. went for a drive afterward.
stephanie and heather.
2. What holiday is your birthday closest to?
thanksgiving.
3. Favorite flavored Pie?
i really love pie. probably pumpkin.
4. Does it bother you when someone says they will call you and they dont?
it does.
5. Are you allergic to anything?
perfume, cologne, lotion, anything scented really.
6. Is there something special you want for Christmas?
a savings account.
7. When was the last time you went swimming?
months and months ago. i'm not a swimmer.
8. Do you like cheesecake?
occasionally.
9. How many of the U.S. states have you lived in?
one and one alone.
10. Have you traveled outside the country?
fact. france, germany, switzerland, and england.
11. Do you keep a planner or calendar with daily events?
i do.
12. Does anyone like you?
not sure.
13. Do you have any strange pets?
my dog is quite strange. i love her.
14. What is your dream car?
rolls or bentley.
15. What did you do today?
woke up, got out of bed, dragged a comb across my head.
16. Are you bipolar?
no sir.
17. What is the main ring tone on your cell?
it is a strange combination of standard ring tones.
18. Where would you want to go on a first date?
something creative. a mix of entertaining and low key. i'm not picky.
19. When is the last time you were hugged?
last night.
20. Has anyone ever sang or played for you personally?
not really.
21. How important is romance?
quite. it's appreciated and not difficult.
22. Have you ever bungee jumped?
no way. never.
23. Have you ever been white water rafting?
i have not. it is appealing to me, but i have an irrational fear of drowning.
24. Has anyone ten years older than you ever hit on you?
try forty. try creepy.
25. Are you a cavity free kid?
currently, yes. i have had a few cavities before that, as the dentist put it, "were out of my control in preventing" due to my "extremely deep grooves".
26. Are you an extreme racist?
goodness no. racism baffles me actually.
27. What song are you listening to right now?
none, surprisingly
28. What is your favorite song at the moment?
neverland - the knife. i'm thoroughly addicted.
29. What was the last movie you watched?
the first half of it's a wonderful life.
30. Where was the last house you went besides your house?
the baumgardner's i believe.
31. Have you ever seriously vandalized someone elses property?
no way. nonsense.
32. Have you ever been punched?
i have. in the face none the less.
33. Whats the first thing you notice about the opposite sex?
how they interact with people. their dynamic if you will.
34. Can you open a beer bottle with a body part other than your hand?
um, no.
35. What do you usually order from Olive Garden?
as long as i get salad and a breadstick i'm set.
37. Do you have an mp3 player?
three iPods.
38. Has anyone ever said you looked like a celebrity?
when alias was popular i used to get jennifer garner. but i think that's a strange thing to tell people. "you look just like this person!"..."uh, okay?"
39. Do you have freckles?
yes, lots. tons on my shoulder.
40. Are you comfortable with your height?
i could enjoy being just a couple inches shorter, but i'm good.
42. How tall are you?
five foot six.
43. Do you speak any other language other than English?
nein.
44. How do you like your steak cooked?
for someone else.
46. Do you watch MTV?
i, unfortunately, dvr the hills. my dad watches too.
49. What is the best thing in your refrigerator right now?
homemade baked macaroni and cheese.
56. Were you ever rushed by an ambulance into the emergency room?
no. thank goodness.
57. Have you broken a bone or had stitches?
i've never broken, or even sprained, anything. i had nine stitches when i was young. there is a small scar on my chin.
60. What did you do last night?
went with ash to see jacob's performance and then coffee with ash. went for a drive afterward.
12.15.2008
11.12.2008
laryngitis...i hope not.
woke up with a sore throat this morning. it feels like i'm getting sick but i'm very much hoping it's just laryngitis. i haven't had laryngitis since last year. (for those of you who are unfamiliar with my relationship with laryngitis...i used to get laryngitis about 7-10 times a year.) i still have the majority of my voice and i'm definitely drinking soy chai tea because it is a cure all.
i officially have a job! i got the "we are offering you a position" call the same day i posted "this is ridiculous that i am still unemployed". i am now a barista at the starbucks on telegraph canyon. the same one mel works at. i go in on friday to fill out all of the paperwork and, i think, do some training. once i get in the swing of this job i plan on picking up another one. i need to build up my savings.
i miss being a student. that's really all i have to say about that.
i will be turning twenty-one in a week and a half. i will be going to a champagne brunch with my family on the actual day and then celebrating during the week with montes since she turns twenty-one two days after me. i want to get sushi and sake with wesley and montes some time during the week or week after. i am thrilled to no longer be limited to all ages shows. i can go to any show i want now. thank the lord. i don't agree with breaking the law, but i would have got myself a fake ID just to go to quality shows.
i have been getting back into the swing of sewing. i plan on designing some nursing tops for nichole because they are so expensive in the store, not to mention the selection and options are limited. i have been knitting often and currently i am making a stocking for jude and a sweater for molly. most christmas gifts will be handmade this year. =)
with that said...i end with this:
My name is: stephanie.
My age is: twenty, almost twenty-one.
I live in: california.
My relationship status is: single.
Tell us a little bit about your home, is it a condo, apt, house, mobile home, yurt,etc : house. brand new home. my family and i moved in a little over a year ago. five bedroom, 3 1/2 bath. huge back yard complete with swimming pool and jacuzzi. i like this house very much.
My decorating style is: ever changing.
How many children and/or pets: no children. one family pet. cocker spaniel, age 14, named molly. i miss my fishy, damien.
Something domestic I could use help with: keeping plants alive. i'm good at everything else.
My favorite "guilty pleasure" is: watching the television show skins.
My favorite domestic activity is: baking, knitting, sewing, any crafts.
My least favorite domestic chore is: vacuuming.
I found this community through (referral from member, community promo, random, etc.): erin.
Please list any special talents or interests: knitting, sewing, baking...anything domestic really.
i officially have a job! i got the "we are offering you a position" call the same day i posted "this is ridiculous that i am still unemployed". i am now a barista at the starbucks on telegraph canyon. the same one mel works at. i go in on friday to fill out all of the paperwork and, i think, do some training. once i get in the swing of this job i plan on picking up another one. i need to build up my savings.
i miss being a student. that's really all i have to say about that.
i will be turning twenty-one in a week and a half. i will be going to a champagne brunch with my family on the actual day and then celebrating during the week with montes since she turns twenty-one two days after me. i want to get sushi and sake with wesley and montes some time during the week or week after. i am thrilled to no longer be limited to all ages shows. i can go to any show i want now. thank the lord. i don't agree with breaking the law, but i would have got myself a fake ID just to go to quality shows.
i have been getting back into the swing of sewing. i plan on designing some nursing tops for nichole because they are so expensive in the store, not to mention the selection and options are limited. i have been knitting often and currently i am making a stocking for jude and a sweater for molly. most christmas gifts will be handmade this year. =)
with that said...i end with this:
My name is: stephanie.
My age is: twenty, almost twenty-one.
I live in: california.
My relationship status is: single.
Tell us a little bit about your home, is it a condo, apt, house, mobile home, yurt,etc : house. brand new home. my family and i moved in a little over a year ago. five bedroom, 3 1/2 bath. huge back yard complete with swimming pool and jacuzzi. i like this house very much.
My decorating style is: ever changing.
How many children and/or pets: no children. one family pet. cocker spaniel, age 14, named molly. i miss my fishy, damien.
Something domestic I could use help with: keeping plants alive. i'm good at everything else.
My favorite "guilty pleasure" is: watching the television show skins.
My favorite domestic activity is: baking, knitting, sewing, any crafts.
My least favorite domestic chore is: vacuuming.
I found this community through (referral from member, community promo, random, etc.): erin.
Please list any special talents or interests: knitting, sewing, baking...anything domestic really.
11.10.2008
10.11.2008
Brisk weather makes me happy (and gives me headaches, so i wear beanies...beanies also make me happy)
The other night our bell was rung late in the evening. (late for not expecting anyone...so like 8:30 or 9:00) When we answered the door there was a white piece of paper taped to our door with the word "Boo" on it. On our door step was a gift basket full of Halloween goodies. 
Basically, someone in our neighborhood started this chain doorbell ditch thing. We are now supposed to anonymously leave two other neighbors Halloween treats. I officially like my new neighborhood (it only took me a year). So, I volunteered to put together the gift baskets and this is what I came up with:
I wanted to make sugar skulls Dia de los Muertos style, but I wasn't able to find a place that sold the molds. I still want to make some though, so if anyone knows where I can find a skull mold to make sugar skulls I would really appreciate the tip. We also added popcorn balls and two Halloween themed cookie cutters to each ghost pail. I think my dad is going to deliver them tomorrow evening and wanted me to go with him.
Last night, Tina and I took the trolley downtown to see Santogold at the HOB. Sadly, upon our arrival we discovered tickets were sold out. We decided to wander around downtown for awhile and headed over to Horton Plaza. A man recited a poem to us (which was actually really good), Tina bought some candy from See's, and then we decided to catch the trolley back to Chula Vista. We hung out at her house for a solid couple hours. I met her family and pets, and then we just chatted/kept getting distracted on figuring out where we wanted to eat. I introduced her to yelp.com and we randomly selected a restaurant in Hillcrest (because we thought they served breakfast all day). So, we hop in the car and make our way to Hillcrest and find the place. We open the door and to face a black curtain. We hesitantly walk in and are told to seat ourselves. We studied the menu to find no breakfast items are being served. However, wild boar is being served...along with many other exotic meats. We decided to bail and go on a search for breakfast food. After a tour of Hillcrest, Mission Hills, and North Park...we decide to go back to Chula Vista and just eat at Carrow's (which I thought was Coco's) because we knew it would be open. Our mission had been accomplished and it had been a lovely evening. I am now determined to compile a list of restaurant's/coffee houses/hangouts (in categories) that are opened late, 24 hours if possible.
Today, my family decided it was time to unpack the boxes in the small garage. It turned out to be a good day: brisk fall weather, old pictures, random stuff we didn't remember having, a three page letter from an old boyfriend where my last name is spelled incorrectly, the projector and film reels from gummy and poppy, the original clue board game was found! (thank the Lord), and many many other surprises. I now need to go through two boxes of old pictures and get them organized, watch those home movies, and play a few board games. :)
Life is just so lovely.
Basically, someone in our neighborhood started this chain doorbell ditch thing. We are now supposed to anonymously leave two other neighbors Halloween treats. I officially like my new neighborhood (it only took me a year). So, I volunteered to put together the gift baskets and this is what I came up with:
I wanted to make sugar skulls Dia de los Muertos style, but I wasn't able to find a place that sold the molds. I still want to make some though, so if anyone knows where I can find a skull mold to make sugar skulls I would really appreciate the tip. We also added popcorn balls and two Halloween themed cookie cutters to each ghost pail. I think my dad is going to deliver them tomorrow evening and wanted me to go with him.
Last night, Tina and I took the trolley downtown to see Santogold at the HOB. Sadly, upon our arrival we discovered tickets were sold out. We decided to wander around downtown for awhile and headed over to Horton Plaza. A man recited a poem to us (which was actually really good), Tina bought some candy from See's, and then we decided to catch the trolley back to Chula Vista. We hung out at her house for a solid couple hours. I met her family and pets, and then we just chatted/kept getting distracted on figuring out where we wanted to eat. I introduced her to yelp.com and we randomly selected a restaurant in Hillcrest (because we thought they served breakfast all day). So, we hop in the car and make our way to Hillcrest and find the place. We open the door and to face a black curtain. We hesitantly walk in and are told to seat ourselves. We studied the menu to find no breakfast items are being served. However, wild boar is being served...along with many other exotic meats. We decided to bail and go on a search for breakfast food. After a tour of Hillcrest, Mission Hills, and North Park...we decide to go back to Chula Vista and just eat at Carrow's (which I thought was Coco's) because we knew it would be open. Our mission had been accomplished and it had been a lovely evening. I am now determined to compile a list of restaurant's/coffee houses/hangouts (in categories) that are opened late, 24 hours if possible.
Today, my family decided it was time to unpack the boxes in the small garage. It turned out to be a good day: brisk fall weather, old pictures, random stuff we didn't remember having, a three page letter from an old boyfriend where my last name is spelled incorrectly, the projector and film reels from gummy and poppy, the original clue board game was found! (thank the Lord), and many many other surprises. I now need to go through two boxes of old pictures and get them organized, watch those home movies, and play a few board games. :)
Life is just so lovely.
10.06.2008
A-Z
A-Attached or Single?
Single.
B-Best Friend?
Montes, Karin, and Scotty.
C- Cake or Pie?
I love pie. Notice my birthday cake.
D- Day of choice?
Lately, I have enjoyed most days equally.
Sunday = Football.
Monday = How I Met Your Mother.
Tuesday = Class.
Wednesday = Half way through.
Thursday = Class and The Office.
Friday = Well, Friday.
Saturday = Well, Saturday.
E- Essentail Item?
Lately, a good book and/or my sketch book.
F-Favorite Color?
Beer Yellow.
G- Gummy bears or Worms?
Bears. They bounce here and there and everywhere.
H-Hometown?
Chula Vista, CA
I- Favorite Indulgence?
Clothes. Shopping. Designing. Making. I just love clothes.
J- January or July?
January.
K- Kids?
Someday. I love kids and, for now, being an aunt and babysitting is enough.
L- Life isn't complete without?
Music.
M- Marriage Date?
T.B.D.
N- Number of Brothers and Sisters?
One sister. One brother(-in-law). One twin brother(-in-law).
P- Phobia and Fears?
Not reaching my full potential.
Q- Quote?
"We're really not that different, just a few steps from exploding." Rocky Votolato. I am obsessive when it comes to quotes. I write quotes down constantly.
R- Reasons to smile?
I am the happiest I have ever been and only the best is yet to come.
S- Season?
Autumn.
T-Tag 3 people.
Erin, you're it. Any other two people to read this, you are also "it".
U- Unknown Fact about me?
I used to be deathly shy. I wouldn't even order my own food.
V- Vegetable?
Asparagus.
W- Worst habit?
Fidgeting. I bite my nails. Play with my hair. Play with my ring. Pick at the seam of my jeans. I fidget when i'm uncomfortable or have something to say but am too nervous to say it.
X- Ray or Ultra Sound?
I have had both within the past year. Neither is exciting.
Y- Your favorite food?
Vegetarian spaghetti.
Z- Zodiac sign?
Sagittarius.
Single.
B-Best Friend?
Montes, Karin, and Scotty.
C- Cake or Pie?
I love pie. Notice my birthday cake.
D- Day of choice?
Lately, I have enjoyed most days equally.
Sunday = Football.
Monday = How I Met Your Mother.
Tuesday = Class.
Wednesday = Half way through.
Thursday = Class and The Office.
Friday = Well, Friday.
Saturday = Well, Saturday.
E- Essentail Item?
Lately, a good book and/or my sketch book.
F-Favorite Color?
Beer Yellow.
G- Gummy bears or Worms?
Bears. They bounce here and there and everywhere.
H-Hometown?
Chula Vista, CA
I- Favorite Indulgence?
Clothes. Shopping. Designing. Making. I just love clothes.
J- January or July?
January.
K- Kids?
Someday. I love kids and, for now, being an aunt and babysitting is enough.
L- Life isn't complete without?
Music.
M- Marriage Date?
T.B.D.
N- Number of Brothers and Sisters?
One sister. One brother(-in-law). One twin brother(-in-law).
P- Phobia and Fears?
Not reaching my full potential.
Q- Quote?
"We're really not that different, just a few steps from exploding." Rocky Votolato. I am obsessive when it comes to quotes. I write quotes down constantly.
R- Reasons to smile?
I am the happiest I have ever been and only the best is yet to come.
S- Season?
Autumn.
T-Tag 3 people.
Erin, you're it. Any other two people to read this, you are also "it".
U- Unknown Fact about me?
I used to be deathly shy. I wouldn't even order my own food.
V- Vegetable?
Asparagus.
W- Worst habit?
Fidgeting. I bite my nails. Play with my hair. Play with my ring. Pick at the seam of my jeans. I fidget when i'm uncomfortable or have something to say but am too nervous to say it.
X- Ray or Ultra Sound?
I have had both within the past year. Neither is exciting.
Y- Your favorite food?
Vegetarian spaghetti.
Z- Zodiac sign?
Sagittarius.
9.29.2008
Prop 9 and 10.
I have read over all of the California Propositions and have come to a decision on how I will vote, with the exception of these two. I want to hear what others have to say about them.
California Proposition 10, also known as the California Alternative Fuels Initiative, is an initiated state statute. Proposition 10 is one of two ballot initiatives focusing on alternative fuels that will appear on the November 4th ballot in California. The other measure, Proposition 7, is sometimes referred to as Big Solar while Prop. 10 is sometimes referred to as Big Wind. More on Prop. 10.
9.25.2008
9.24.2008
Goodbye LJ, Hello Blogger.
After exploring Erin's blog a bit further, I realized that livejournal bothers me. I don't use livejournal to it's full potential and it isn't organized very well. So, here I am. If anyone has any tips or tricks for blogger share them please. :)
Alrighty...
Tomorrow, I have performance examination for a clerical position for the San Diego County Office of Education. I have absolutely no idea what sort of performances they will be examining, but it will take about an hour and a half. I'm thinking basic math skills and testing my wpm capabilities, but those two things could not possibly take over an hour...so it will be a bit of a surprise. Hopefully, a job pulls through very very soon. I plan on applying at forever 21 once I find out what the deal is with the SDCOE job. Also, Mel said that her manager will be hiring at starbucks soon. I plan on taking on two jobs so I can seriously put some money away for when it comes time to move out next summer.
Only five more sessions of my statistical analysis for cognitive sciences class and I really do think I'm going to miss it. That is my only class this semester, my eight week, night class at the National City campus. The higher education campus in National City is great. I wish I would have taken more classes at that campus instead of the main one. It is newer, better parking, indoors, and smaller. The professor who is teaching my class has been fantastic (clearly, if she got me to enjoy stats), my classmates are vocal, and the topics we discuss really get you thinking. I am going to miss school. I am (forcefully) taking spring semester off and not looking forward to it. I truly enjoy school and learning...it's too bad that my career can't be a student.
Let's see, what else is going on this week or in upcoming weeks?
The Office premieres tomorrow and I am thoroughly giddy! If you need to catch up...let me help you out: Last Season Finale. And if you have never seen the show...I demand you rent every season and take a day off from everything and just watch the show. You will not be disappointed. My biggest hopes for the new season is that the new HR person continues to believe that Kevin is mentally retarded. By far that is the best thing the writers have ever come up with. I really wanted to host a premiere party, but of course I have a quiz tomorrow in my class. Usually, quizzes are given at the beginning of class, tomorrow the quiz will be given at the end after the remainder of the lecture. So, I will be dvring The Office and not having a gathering.
As far as knitting projects go, I'm almost through with my second sweater. This time I'm knitting a cardigan for my mom. Here is the first sweater I knit:
After I finish the cardigan for my mom, I'm going to start working on a Christmas stocking for Jude. Wesley's aunt made his Christmas stocking and he still uses it, so I thought I would make Jude his. I'm going to try felting for this project, hopefully it comes out as lovely as I think it will. My hope is to make all of the gifts I give this Christmas, we'll see how that pans out.
Fall is officially here and I'm antsy for autumn weather. I do not enjoy the heat and have been eager for cold weather since, like, May. Fall means: California Adventure (if you click the link, you will understand why fall means California Adventure), my twenty-first birthday, Christmas, and then New Years. I haven't have a quality birthday or New Year's in a few years...so I am really hoping this year pulls through for me.
Well, I am going to do some reading and then perhaps sketch a bit before going to sleep. Goodbye LJ, Hello Blogger.
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