“Hi, Little One. Whatcha doing?”
“I’m missing Lucy.”
“Come up here, and let’s talk.”
“How do you stop missing someone you love, Dad?”
“I don’t think you ever stop missing those you love, Twiggy. The key is to replace the pain of missing them with the wonderful memories you shared.”
“Like what?”
“I know you don’t remember this, but look at this photo.”
“That’s Lucy. OMG, that’s puppy me hanging on to her.”
“How about this one?”
“That’s Lucy and me playing puma and water buffalo. We loved that.”
“And you two chillin’ on the patio.”
“We did that a lot. We both enjoyed it.”
“How about Lucy trying to teach you how to lick the dishes in the dishwasher.”
“She still enjoyed that, and I wasn’t very good at it.”
“You both loved those sunny days in the yard.”
“We sure did. We had such fun out there.”
“Of course, passing out on the cold floor was a specialty.”
“Oh, that floor felt so good. I still do that and think about Lucy.”
“Remember trying to figure out a new tool?”
“Lucy was so good at getting to the bottom of things.”
“You seemed to enjoy the snow.”
“It was the first time ever. Lucy was an old hand ’cause she had seen it before.”
“How about you two trying on Christmas sweaters?”
“Poor Lucy was miserable. Hers was too small. I liked mine, though.”
“Now there’s a photo.”
“I loved taking naps with Lucy. She was always so warm.”
“So, what do you think?”
“I will always miss her but should concentrate on what we shared and remember the good times.”
“It will still hurt, Little One, but those memories will help you smile through that hurt. Dr. Seuss gives us good advice when he said, ‘Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.'”
“I can see that, Dad. I think it is time to play ball. Toss it, please.”
“There you go, Little One.”
“Thanks, Dad. Rest well, Lucy. I got this.”
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Bkess you, John. This is perfect! I love how you’re helping Twiggy (and no doubt yourself and the Producer as well!) by concentrating on the good memories. Hugs to you all — and just because I haven’t been around much lately, doesn’t mean I’ve forgotten you. Long story. I’ll catch you up later.
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I hope all is well with you, Debbie. ❤️
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Very sweet post. Hope all of you are healing.
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We are getting there, Charles. Thank you.
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You’re ruining my mascara this morning. This was just such a beautiful post. We never stop missing them. Lotsa love your way to you, The Producer and Twiggy. You’ve got this, Little One.
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Thank you so much, Dale. As you know moving on can be tough sometimes. 🤗
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We don’t move on, we move forward because we don’t leave them behind. 🤗
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Yeah you are right.
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I love that, “we move forward.”
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Beautiful message and exchange, John, applicable to all our goodbyes. 💙
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That thought went through my mind, Gwen. The time comes for all of us to face goodbyes that we would rather not face. Thank you for the lovely comment. ❤️
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❤ Smiling because THIS post happened. ❤
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I understand. Thanks, Annette. ❤️
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I love the Dr. Seuss quote. Sweet, John. xo
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Thank you, Jill. The Producer thought it would be the right quote for now. XO
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A sad but hopeful post.
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Thanks, Craig. I had hoped that would be the case.
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Oh, Twiggy, I’m so sorry you lost Lucy, but thank you for sharing all your wonderful memories.
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Thank you, Miss Priscilla. There are wonderful memories.
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Truly a wonderful tribute that choked me up and made me smile.
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Thank you, Frank. I had the same reaction putting it together.
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Hope you and the Mrs are doing well.
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We are. Thank you.
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Oh for heavens sake John I’ll short my phone with the tears
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Thank you for the laugh, Geoff. Well timed and needed.
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Hope so. I do wonder if defaulting to the funny might be tasteless, but what you see and all that
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Funny shows a deep understanding of the situation and is appreciated. I think morose is over rated. Thanks again.
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Oh jeez, you’ve got me near tear, John.
Such a wonderful post and tribute to Lucy.
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Thank you, GP. Sometimes it is hard to know the right thing to do but your comment makes me feel good.
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Wonderful sentiment. Remembering the good times is what gets us through the tough ones. ❤
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So true, Joan. Thank you. ❤️
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A perfect tribute and wise words for little Twiggy as she misses her big sister. Sending love and hugs to all of you. xo
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Thank you, Darlene. Twiggy has had a hard time but I think she is ready to accept the reality. ❤️
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John, you made me start the day with a tear in my eye but a smile in my heart. Wonderful story. I think about you and Twiggy every time I hug Daisy. All my best, John.
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Yes give Daisy those hugs cause that is what is important. Thanks for the kind words, Steve. I think we are on the road again. 😊
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I’m trying to smile because it happened, but I’m still crying. This was a lovely walk down memory lane. (I’d forgotten how tiny Twiggy was as a puppy!) Twiggy does have this. And she’s lucky to have a mom and dad who will see her through this. Sending her extra belly rubs today. And hugs to you and the Producer.
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Thank you so much, Staci. Twiggy has had a hard time and I think she is over the worst. Thank you for the rubs and hugs. ❤️
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I will smile through my tears but I will indeed smile.
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That is the hoe, Pam. Thank you for your kindness. 🤗
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How touching is this, from the title to the photos, to the heartfelt text.
I can’t imagine how Twiggy must feel…how an animal processes a loss. I know she slept a lot afterwards, but they were so close that, her grief must be the same as ours when we lose someone we love.
I’m glad that you will continue to honor us with Twiggy. It’s good for you and all of us who too already miss the presence of Lucy.
Susannah
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Thank you, Susannah. We can’t hope to understand what Twiggy feels but I can tell you she did grieve in her way. She is doing much better and hopefully the adventures going forward will bring her happiness. Thank you for all your support and comfort. ❤️
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Good memories, John. I think we carry the memories of loved ones in our hearts, like a Lakota shaman would carry his objects of power in a medicine bag, and at first the memories are heavy medicine.
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So very appropriate, Tim. I think that is exactly the way memories are. Over time they comfort but in the short term are hard to carry. Thanks for you kind words.
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A beautiful tribute, John, although I reached for a tissue. It must have been hard for you to create this post. But the pain will fade and the joy will take over. My heart breaks for Twiggy, but I’m sure you will keep her occupied and fill in the hole in her life. Lots of belly rubs being sent her way.
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Thank you, Noelle. It was hard going through the photos but I did find myself smiling at some of the goofy things I captured on camera. These are now treasures which will become even more comforting as time goes by. Thank you for your support and kind words through our pain. Twiggy loves the belly rubs. ❤️
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You are most welcome. I’ve been there many times over the years, John, It never gets any easier, but Twiggy knows she is loved, and she will be a comfort.
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Thank you for this post, John. I’ve been thinking about Twiggy and wondering how she’s doing.
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Each day brings an improvement, Liz. Thank you.
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That’s good to hear. You’re welcome.
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Sending Twiggy and you so much love. Such an adjustment for all of us when we lose a loved one.💕
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It is Lynn. Thank you for your comforting words.
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I was going to ask how Twiggy was getting on without Lucy. It’s hard enough for us to cope with the loss of a pet; I can just imagine what another pet goes through. It doesn’t work that way with cats, of course…
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Twiggy had a tough time but I think she is on the mend. Thanks, John
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John, well, reading your post this morning certainly made me tear up! How well you said it to help Twiggy go on without Lucy. And, the Dr. Seuss quote was perfect. We’ve put down three dogs, and memories of them are treasured forever. We smile because they were in our lives. 🐶🎶🧡
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I like that thought. We have done the same with seven and defiantly our lives and theirs were better as a result. Thank you, Christine.
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Oh John, I’m sitting her bawling like a baby. I feel your hurt, and I know Twiggy’s lost. Sending you all the light and love I have.
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Thank you, Jan. Light is good.
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Beautiful memories and great advice. 😍
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Thank you, Deborah.
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You’re welcome!
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I was dreading the first Thursday and seeing Twiggy without Lucy, but you made it with photos and beautiful memories. I know Twiggy misses her in her own way and that you will give her extra pets and hugs. May the memories bring you comfort.
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Thank you, Jo. Yes, we did make it after all.
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Beautiful post, John. So tender and true. I’ll bookmark it for that day when our Junior leaves us. Our youngest cat, Raji, is very attached. In fact, Lucy and Twiggy’s antics often reminded me of Junior and Raji (except Junior really wasn’t interested in being a mentor 😉).
Of course, your conversation with Twiggy is helpful for us two-legged, furless creatures. I’m trying to recall more of the good memories, especially when I talk to my BIL, memories of my sister that make us smile, even laugh a bit. It helps ❤️
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It does help, Marie. Thanks for the nice words.
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This is so sweet, John. I don’t think we ever stop missing them, but we do have plenty of good memories. Twiggy was lucky to have grown up with Lucy’s guidance.
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I think so too, Dan. Thanks for the visit. I know you are on a break.
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This was absolutely beautiful, John! Memories never remove the pain but they make it lighter to bear. I know that even Lucy is smiling! ❤️
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I think she enjoyed the post. Thank you, Mae.
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A lovely tribute to Lucy and wonderful to see those fabulous photos again.. I am sure a whole left in all your hearts and Twiggy must be missing her big sister. ♥♥
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Thank you, Sally. Twiggy is taking it hard but seems to be coming around. 😊
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Very touching set, dear John. Indeed…what do we really possess? Only memories & time. Thank you! 🌹🌹🌹💖💖💖
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And of those memories are the most precious. Thanks, Maria. 🍰🥂
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💖💖💖🌹🌹🌹 All for you, my dear John!
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John, very touching remembrance moments…may your heart and soul remain full of the wonderful memories Lucy left for you.
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Thank you, Jim. I appreciate your kind words.
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Awww… Just a beautiful post John and tribute… Overcoming loosing our best friends is hard… I am sure Twiggy is helping you also as the two of you hold those wonderful memories of Lucy close to your hearts ❤ ❤ ❤
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Thank you, Sue. I think you are so right. Twiggy does help. 😁
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I was thinking about this post yesterday and I imagined just this kind of loving, heartfelt tribute to Lucy. Love you guys.
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Thank you, Marc. We love you.
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Be well my friend and give Twiggy an extra hug for me.
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I will, Marc. Thank you.
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This is a beautiful memorial, John! God bless you, Twiggy, and your family.
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Thank you, Beem. I appreciate your thoughts.
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I read this through very watery eyes, John. What beautiful shared memories of Lucy … Thank you for sharing and please give Twiggy an extra hug from me today.
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I will give Twiggy a hug, Jill. Thank you.
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Well, this definitely produced a few tears.
I was surprised that our remaining lab, Lulu, did not go through any depression after her brother, Jake, passed. I would have thought it might have bothered her more than it did. Perhaps, I’m looking at things more from a human than a dog perspective.
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I think each dog behaves differently. Twiggy definitely went through missing Lucy. She stopped eating and only wanted to sleep. Thankfully she is much better now. Thanks Pete.
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Such an perfect, perfect tribute to Lucy. I’d not seen many of the photos, especially those from Twiggy’s puppyhood, and that was special. The advice offered here is good for all of us to hear — and I’m glad to read that Twiggy’s beginning to adjust a bit. Anyone who says animals don’t grieve don’t know animals very well.
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I agree on animals grieving, Linda. Twiggy certainly misses Lucy. We are grateful that she is eating again and seems to have come to the understanding that Lucy won’t be coming home. Thank you for the kind words
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A beautiful tribute, John, and yes, it made me cry. And just between the two of us, I’m gonna miss Lucy, too. I always enjoyed the adventures of these two, and am glad you’ve captured so many of them here, wherein Lucy will live forever!
Sending pats and sweet words to Twiggy.
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Thank you, Marcia. Twiggy is improving each day.
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[…] Head over to see these lovely photographs of two sisters and a lovely friend: Twiggy remembers Lucy […]
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Thank you for featuring my post, Sally. 😊
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Thank you so much, Sally. I appreciate the feature on Lucy included with the other fine posts.
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A beautiful post, John. I love the quote by Dr. Seuss. Love and hugs to you all 🤗💕🙂💙
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Thank you, Harmony. I appreciate your kind words.
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Aw, John… My heart breaks for you and your wife — and Twiggy. Lucy was one of a wonderful kind. You gave her an amazing life. This is a lovely tribute. Huge hugs.
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Thank you so much, Teagan. We adored her and she us. 😊
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It would be tougher for those who cannot express the grief in words 😦
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Yes it would.
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Oh my heart, John. I’m so sorry to hear about sweet Lucy. There is absolutely no love like that of a fur baby.
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That is so true, Mar. Thank you.
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Again, my condolences, John. I love how you put this together. It will be a tough adjustment for Twiggy, too. 🤗
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Thank you so much, Eileen. Yes, Twiggy took it hard but I think she is on the mend.
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A very moving post, John, with a ray of hope at the end. Hugs to you all.
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I’m glad you could see the ray of hope. Thanks, Lauren.
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A beautiful message and tribute, John. Just beautiful. Bless your heart.
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Thank you so much, Natalie ❤️
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Very sweet 👌
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Thank you, Mike.
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So sorry to hear about Lucy. I hope your family, and Twiggy, are well. Lovely memories.
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We do have lovely memories, Olga. Having to say goodbye broke our hearts, but the memories will sustain us. Thank you for your kind thoughts.
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I knew you would have an alone Twiggy post.
It’s a lovely post, and I believe Twiggy will find her alone footing in the days to come.
Does she have a pal in the hood? Will you get a new pal?
I’m sure you have been giving Twiggy a ton of love, and she you back.
Lucy sure stepped up to the plate when Twiggy was a puppy.
I’m rambling.
John, be well, I’m sending love and warmth. Please give Twiggy an extra pet for me!
OX OX OX OX
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Thank you, Resa. Not sure she will get a new pal or not. She does not have playmates since she does not socialize very well. Her niece (a doberman ) is visiting later today. That will cheer her up. She is doing a lot better than the first few days. She is getting tons of love. OX OX OX OX
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Oh goody!
Her niece sounds good for Twiggy.
On the menu: more tons of love!
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For sure. ❤️X
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