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gk

Love how at times you have a short "spell" where you aren't as strict with the rules as usual (holiday, etc.), but then you just hop back in and resume as if you never fudged the rules at all. Shows who has control - YOU, not the food. You also don't seem to dwell on times that you choose to relax t...

gk

Awesome job on all the successes!!! You are doing wonderfully!

Will have to put "Hunger for Change" on my Netflix list - sounds inspiring!

Keep up the great work!

gk

Thanks for stopping by my thread. Your support really helps. :) And, good job yesterday! That reminds me...........when I first started No S (you know - when I was actually successful at it. :wink: ), my plates were MOUNDED. I felt ridiculous at mealtime with my plate being so full, but it was the o...

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Oh dear....moving onward, but not quite upward. Seems like the more I want to be good, the more difficulty I seem to be having with snacking (on candy!). I'm not buying any more treats to keep in the house, so once this supply is gone I'm sure I'll go into some kind of shock. :roll: I've re-read abo...

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Anybody out there find something that works for when you're stressed? If I'm in that situation I mindlessly eat whatever is around me, preferably chocolate, to deal with whatever has come my way. I've heard of exercise or keeping your hands busy with a new hobby, etc., but if you are working or can'...

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Myself, I think of NoS as a kind of template or structure, to be filled in with my daily food selections for the meals; it's a guide for me as when and how much to eat; it straightens my "food path," keeps it clean, if I my say so. Naturally, NoS is much more... ______________ :) Love and peace H. ...

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No S isn't about the "diet" per se, it's about the habit that you form from the medium of No S. So, to be brief, next time you get all shaken up about the cinnamon roll you just realized you stuffed down your pie hole, don't, it's about the habit. Start it again right then and there. I like that. "...

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I've been giving noS some thought - but not too much , because therein lies the madness Excellent. Seems like those of us (ME) who overthink this like crazy seem to have the most trouble with it. Just following the simple rules and moving on to other things keeps things the way Reinhard meant them ...

gk

Good points of today: 1. I've been out of the practice of going to exercise class for over a month now, so I was feeling lazy and did not want to get out in the cold and put forth the effort. After reading "Shape Magazine" during breakfast (purposefully, hoping it would get me in the mood), I liter...

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milliem : Yes, I do need to be mindful of quantity when it comes to healthy snacks. For instance.......eating a whole package of "diet" cookies does NOT equal a few fattening cookies. Ha! :lol: No BS : Thanks for the recipe - I'll have to give that a try! My body has been so bombarded with sugary c...

gk

On my first attempt at No S some two years ago, I actually made it through my first 21 days all green. I LOVED IT. I was swept up in the simplicity of following only a few rules to let go of my long-standing addiction to food. I felt more energy, smiled more, and generally felt better than I had in ...

gk

No BS - You make an interesting point about the whole raw, unprocessed, healthy versions of sweets. Will have to check that out! Suburban heroin (ha!)....mindlessly fondingly bags of chocolate (ha!)....You crack me up!!! :lol: You know, I've always said I feel like a drug addict when it comes to ch...

gk

Clearly No "S" means more to me than pseudo-sweets, sloppy seconds & sticky snacks!! What the last 15 days have revealed to me: 1/> Unlike billions in this world, I have the luxury of greeting hunger as a friend. I wonâ€™t die if I am hungry. It feels strange (but good) to be â€œhollowâ€ & â€œlight...

gk

Just look at you go!.....participating in the regular 5k run and races later this year. :D Great job on the green week and resisting the sweets binge on Tuesday. Goes to show that "try, try again" is worth the effort. Keep up the great work! You are a constant source of encouragement and a calm and ...

gk

HOLY COW. I am completely impressed with all that green. Keep on doing whatever you're doing - it's obviously working!!!

gk

I'm feeling very snacky today. I'm not going to give in, but it makes me wonder... am I snacky because I haven't snacked all week and my defenses are wearing down, or am I snacky because I know tomorrow is an S-day and I know I will be allowed to have a snack and I'm anticipating it? Probably a lit...

gk

I'm now attempting to slide into healthier habits all sneaky-like so my bad habits won't notice. :wink: For instance, I bought some veggies (been awhile!), but I plan to eat them with full-fat veggie dip.....to help me get used to eating veggies again. My main meal at lunch will be a different type ...

gk

Then I thought 'well actually, maybe this is normal?? Maybe people who are naturally thin feel hunger and don't give in to every random craving... huh'. I guess what I'm saying is that for people who are overweight, we often have to train ourselves into a new way of eating, but it's ok! Eating less...

gk

It's okay if you keep saying the same things over and over -sometimes hearing something multiple times helps it to kick in! :) Keep talking and the doing will fall right into place! Your mention of diving head first into a Hershey's kisses bag and never coming up for air made me giggle - I definite...

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Ok, so it's Sunday night and the new week is almost upon us. I've decided to exercise/do yoga on Tuesday and Thursday only until I can get these WAY overdue projects around the house done once and for all. Once I'm caught up a bit more, I'll increase my frequency back to five days/week. DIET.......I...

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Hi Mimi! Really enjoyed reading your list of reflections on 2012. You should be so proud of your accomplishments! You not only lost 46 lbs. (wow!), but it sounds as though you have really come to terms with the whole relationship with food and exercise. And your S Days are sane as well - huge! You'v...

gk

Great job with the meal planning! That can be so helpful, because it takes the "thinking part" out of it. If you know in advance, you can't let your cravings for the day sway healthful choices.

Keep up the great work!

gk

Boy, it looks like you still have quite a green streak going! You're doing great!

gk

All the GREEN at the start of your thread is VERY impressive!! Keep up the great work!

gk

inswsn wrote:One of my coworkers and I are working together to keep each other away from the cheesecake to help support our individual diet goals.

Good idea to have a "food buddy" at work - will help tons! Keep up the great work!

gk

Well, if I get a gold star for anything it would be consistency! I consistently ride the diet rollercoaster of feeling like "I'm really ready now!" and then suddenly the next day, when I think I'm ready to buckle down, my body says, " WHOA ......I can't graze non-stop and eat sugar all the time now?...

gk

inswsn wrote:((unfortunate part about the food poisoning... not about feeling better. I realized after I posted that what I said could have come out wrong - lol! ))

No, I understood what you meant.

Thanks for dropping by.

gk

Your comments made me laugh, it's like in "The Devil Wears Prada" where Emily Blunt's character says she's only one stomach flu away from her goal weight :wink: Ha! It's funny you mentioned that, because after watching that movie years ago, now whenever I get the stomach flu or sick I think of that...

gk

Welcome Jasper! Sorry to hear about your mum - glad to hear it is becoming a bit easier with time. I, too, otherwise found your post quite humorous and fun. Might as well have a sense of humor about this while we're struggling on through, eh? :) I wish you the best of luck on your No S journey. This...

gk

Hello all! New year - new check-in. :) My year started off different than expected. Woke up on New Year's Day to the unfortunate realization that I had food poisoning - UGH. :( By the time I was totally over it I lost 9 lbs.!! Sicker than a dog - don't want to ever experience that again! On the brig...

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Eschano : That's a good idea, but unfortunately in a waterpark that wouldn't fly. I do have a very short skirt as a swimsuit, so that does help. :) Well the countdown is over. I didn't even come close to staying on any kind of structured diet (I know you are all so surprised about that :lol:). I di...

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Thanks for stopping by r.jean . :-) The last time I was this consistent with exercise was 20 years ago. And even then, I did it because I HAD to. Now I go because I WANT to. I am still going Monday through Friday for one hour. I finally settled on a schedule of Step class on M/F, Body Flow on T/Th, ...

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milliem wrote:Not sure I could go so far as to give up sugar completely... yeesh even the thought of it makes me want to snarf down a doughnut or two

Ha! Me too!

gk

I am almost at the end of year 2. I lost 45 lbs in year 1. I am maintaining that loss but will probably finish out the year with little if any additional loss. I am okay with that. In fact I am ecstatic to realize that I have maintained a 45 lb loss for almost a year. Another key to success is that...

gk

I FINALLY got the exercise bug. I used to look at all of your entries and think to myself, "man, I wish I could make myself be so consistent with exercise like that!". I signed up for exercise classes (step and body flow-yoga, pilates and tai chi) and I'm HOOKED. Go five times a week and miss the da...

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WOW - look at all that GREEN . I'm so happy for you!!! Sorry to hear you are having pain. :( Hope you are feeling better soon. If you have to take breaks on the couch due to the discomfort, bring your laptop with you, so you can pull up your No S thread and admire the long line of green successes yo...

gk

Hey milliem - you still keeping up with your running? I actually thought of you last week, when I was reading an article on Jamie Lee Curtis (actress in US). She said she always avoided running because she didn't feel like it was very natural for her (that's not the part that reminded me of you........

gk

Milliem : Yes, the program allows for No S structure. Basically you can eat whatever you want as often as you want (it outlines for three meals and three snacks, if need be), but it just serves as a way to track how much fat, protein, calories, etc. you are consuming. It also tracks water and exerc...

gk

Been super busy lately. Meal structure hasn't been the greatest- breakfast and supper are normal I guess, but just grabbing bites of food throughout the afternoon - NOT No S-like! :-) However, I'm keeping up with my five days of consistent exercise. Settled into a routine of Step on Monday/Wed/Fri a...

gk

This one really is NOT a diet, but a true lifestyle, as so many others claim dishonestly. Weight loss is just a side effect. Very good quote to remember........"weight loss is just a side effect". Less focus on losing weight and more focus on the fact that we are just attempting to change our habit...

gk

Just popping in to say hello.

Still liking the new mod?

gk

And thanks to GK I did my 14 min if not much more every N day this week! Never knew I would enjoy it so much. Great job! I've had a couple days where I was extra tired and old thoughts floated around, like maybe I could skip a day, but I didn't. Both times I was VERY glad I didn't skip. I have comm...

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Over43 wrote:Trying to keep track of points all day was like trying to herd 6th graders at an amusement park.

You always do have an interesting way of describing things. Ha!

gk

Ok - here you go....only ONE MORE DAY AND YOU'VE DONE IT!!!!! I would think this day would almost be FUN for you. What an accomplishment this will be for you! Makes me want to remove my hand from the cheetos bag, sit up and put a little more effort into this. :lol: Seriously, you are doing so awesom...

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I also completed week 5 of the couch to 5k plan, which meant running for 20 minutes straight!! Doesn't sound like a lot, but 2 months ago I'd not run since school, and a few weeks ago I felt like death on a stick after running for 3 minutes straight! Wow! What an improvement! Woo hoo! :D Couch to 5...

gk

Thanks so much for your replies! Very good points that I need to remember. Plan to refer back to this thread often to keep me focused.

Appreciate it!

gk

Thanks sweetness and milliem for your suggestions. You DO have a point.....I was focusing too much on the "Diet" part of "No S Diet". Need to remember that it IS habit I should be learning. Heck, I'm bound to have some success even if I only cut back on quantity. Every time I outline strict rules my...

gk

GK, Excuse me, but No S is not exactly about eating healthy, it's about moderation and HABIT. So why don't you eat the junk food you love, just 3 plates a day, till you get the habit down? Then you can work on the healthy part. Just a thought... 8) hope you didn't think I was being sarcastic or cri...

gk

Today was a super success! Once again, I had my 3 meals, good portions, and I went for a half hour walk. :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: So it's day 17, Only 4 days to go on the 21 days, and two of those are S days! :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: 8) :lol: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgre...

gk

I read success stories so I know it is possible for people to lose tons of weight and the bad habits that got them there. But as I sit here pondering how to make this 1,267th attempt at dieting work, I'm wondering...... What is the common link between all of these success stories? I know they all st...

gk

Thanks guys for your suggestions and support. I've actually tried those suggestions before to no avail. I guess I should be used to this frustrating cycle I always seem to find myself in. Got to thinking.....I have NO problems going to exercise five days a week because I LOVE exercise classes. My hu...

gk

Old habits sure do die hard......the minute I really want to buckle down and do well, I do worse than if I just halfway attempt it! Did well Monday until about 4:00, then lost it. Tuesday morning? Had candy with my breakfast!! UGH! Need to get a grip here. Obviously I'm not listening to my self-give...

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Good advice sweetness and milliem , thanks! Okay, I'm hoping for more than one green day this week. After much thought, I think I will lay out my week like this.....three meals, one snack at 4 p.m., and one small square of dark chocolate after supper. Might be a little more feasible at this time to ...

gk

Thanks for the reply!

The store was nice enough to let me return it. I purchased another type and it was just fine. In fact, I noticed the only mats that have that offensive odor are the very thick ones that are almost "foam rubber" like. I know not to ever buy that kind again!!

gk

ljk, sweetness, millie, eschano - Thanks everyone! I just love the support on this forum. It really does mean alot to me and helps keep me on track. Feels better to know you're tackling this task with others and not alone, ya know? :) Well.....I tried their step class and LOVED it. Just when I thin...

gk

Glad to hear you are enjoying the exercise class. I'm finding if you choose an exercise that really interests you and seems more like an enjoyable hobby than something on your to-do list, it's sure to be easier to stick to!!

You're doing great with No S - way to go!

gk

Great job keeping to the plan while away from home. I always find it extra hard to stay on track when I'm away from home or when I'm out of my ordinary routine.

You have got this down - way to go.

gk

I really like your list of advantages for eating healthy/losing weight. And like I said before, coupling that with the green smilies on your thread each day is a great motivational tool - I might just have to copy your great idea, if you don't mind. :) Also, isn't it nice to be able to say that you ...

gk

Nice LONG line of GREEN Smilies!!!! (good idea- very motivating in your thread!)

Great job - keep it up!!!

gk

Look at all that green!!! Great job!

gk

Overall, this has been a very good week. Monday was an honest-to-goodness successful No S Vanilla Day - been so long since I've had one of those it was surreal. :) The rest of the week I pretty much fell off the wagon, HOWEVER, I continued to eat my healthy protein shakes and salads, etc. Somehow th...

gk

Hello! Good to see you back! Sounds like you are on the right track again. You may have had a couple of reds this week, but they were SO minimal, I'd call 'em green.

Keep up the great work!

gk

Cinema doesn't count. I mean you just HAVE to indulge there. I always find myself reaching for Dippin' Dots or CHOCOLATE candy. How can one possibly resist that?

gk

Thanks for dropping by my thread. Sounds like you're in a good place with No S. Keep up the great work.

So....did you try an exercise class? If so, what did you try? Isn't it FUN????

gk

My class today was gentle yoga, so basically lots of stretching and breathing, which is exactly what I needed after BodyFlow (tai chi/pilates/yoga) yesterday. I'm so out of shape and have problems with hip/shoulder/feet, so I'm gonna have to take this slow or else I'll get into trouble again. I. SO....

gk

Whew! Been a busy week..... Well.....I did it!! I went to my first group exercise class. And I absolutely LOVED IT!!! I wish I would have had the nerve to join years ago. I was definately stepping out of my comfort zone, but sometimes that's what it takes to get out of a rut.....and that is exactly ...

gk

You're getting off to a great start - way to go! Keep it up!

gk

Oh, I don't know if I'd call that a RED day......having a cupcake at work in celebration and then RESISTING throwing in the towel and saying "what the heck" for the rest of the day??? I'd say that's a big step in the right direction, if ya ask me.

gk

Today is going well. Just the one ooops when I snacked on 3 pecans after getting back from market. Breakfast- Leftover beef and potato hotdish, green smoothie Dinner- Breaded Chicken breast, rice, salad with lots of veggies. Portions good. Supper will be leftovers from dinner. I think I'll call my ...

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Patty - Ha! Thanks for the laugh. I had not seen that video before- too funny! :lol: I've always liked Bob Newhart - hilarious. And, it is so true, isn't it? Just STOP IT. Simple enough - why do we make it so hard???? As I sit here in my sugar coma, I've decided to increase the pace of my return to...

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Oh, and I just have to add that I've eaten three oreos, 2 reese's peanut butter cups and a peanut butter bagel since I've logged on to No S today (Not to mention, I have so much housework I should be doing right now.). Lack of sleep, no exercise and crappy food brings these kinds of results - how at...

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Thanks millie and sweetness. :) I didn't end up going to my exercise class today. I was all psyched and ready to go, and then my youngest ended up staying home sick from school. I was actually bummed that I wasn't getting to go today, which is actually a GOOD sign, because I am NEVER bummed about mi...

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Does anyone know how to get rid of that very strong and offensive, "new rubber smell" from a yoga mat?? I purchased my first one yesterday, all psyched about starting to attend exercise classes, and the smell was NOT very pleasant. I've washed it with soap and water - no difference. It's now hanging...

gk

Wow.....last night was the first time in a while that I got only about 5-6 hours of sleep. All day long I've been dragging, snacking and not productive at all. It's just like dieting I guess..........you can work and work and FINALLY lose weight, but then gain it back 4 times as fast as you lost it!...

gk

Good luck with your fresh start! Yeah, my few months of constant grazing had similar results - pants aren't getting any looser!

Just can't seem to stay away from No S, I guess.

Good to see you around!

gk

Thanks. I've decided to pass on all their products. I figure if I can't stick to a simple No S Diet, I sure as heck won't be able to stick to their products. And if I CAN stick to a simple No S Diet, eating healthily in moderate portions should give me the nutrients and energy that their packets off...

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gratefuldeb67 wrote:down 23 lbs now!!

Awesome job!!!!! Way to go!

gk

The great thrill for me now is shopping for new clothes - and I've had to do some of that. Most of my tops are still okay, and dresses, but many skirts and all pants had to be replaced. I didn't realize what a difference 40 pounds could make until I tried on clothes. I almost cried two weeks ago wh...

gk

Hello - I'm back! Just popping in to say hi and to see how you're doing. Sorry to hear you've been sick. I hope you are feeling better.

By the way - doing a 5K while you're sick? Now that's dedication! Great job keeping up with the exercise.

gk

Nice job on the green week!

And I really like how you're not stressing about tonight - just taking it as it goes and not making a bigger deal out of it than it needs to be. Good job.

Have a great weekend.

gk

Hello! I'm back again.

Seems like every time I pop in to say hello, you're "down another notch on your belt" and still exercising regularly. A true inspiration to others. Nice job.

gk

Well, today I made a decision to do something I've never done before, but always wanted to........... I'm going to start attending exercise classes. I've always been the one enjoying fitness videos at home, but I can't seem to stick to that any more (haven't consistently exercised for YEARS). I need...

gk

Anyone out there try this line of supplements or know anyone who has? If so, what was your opinion/outcome? Know of any long-term effects? I've heard good and bad....never know what to believe anymore. A family member I know has used them 7 years, loves them and has no problems. Then I go on-line an...

gk

Ooops....meant to put this in the general discussion board......

gk

I have four kids as well, and as we all know, during the younger years you have no choice - being sleep-deprived is just a fact a life. However, my youngest is 7 now, so I have no excuse to not get a longer night's sleep. Just wish I would've started this sooner!

gk

Anyone out there try this line of supplements or know anyone who has? If so, what was your opinion/outcome? Know of any long-term effects? I've heard good and bad....never know what to believe anymore. A family member I know has used them 7 years, loves them and has no problems. Then I go on-line an...

gk

Yes, I've read it a million times....if you get more sleep, you'll stick to your diet better, feel better and it actually helps you lose weight. I've tried it in the past for a few nights in a row, but I never felt any different, so I figured I might as well stay up later and get stuff done or have ...

gk

Thursday was pretty good. However, I think if I wouldn't have had a massive headache last night, I probably would have eaten alot more. I guess that'll be my silver lining to having a headache, eh? Well, the weekend is approaching. You know what that means....everything kicks into high gear when it ...

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Thanks Millie! You have always been someone with a positive outlook on this forum, and I really like how you never seem to get down about all of this (at least you don't show it anyway!). Every time I read your posts it reminds me to lighten up and put a smile on my face. Glad you are here! :) Yeste...

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That naughty word would be swimsuit . Yes, I found out recently that I'll be going somewhere at the end of December that will require me to wear a swimsuit. ( Shudder. ) (Nowhere tropical, mind you, so I can't use that as a distraction.) Hmmm...do you think I would look out of place in my jeans and ...

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After reading all of your wonderful replies, I ask myself, "why did I ever leave this place??" :-) It's so nice to hear how others "get" what it's like to struggle with this seemingly easy task. (I'm surrounded by people who just don't get it - very annoying by the way.) I feel better just reading y...

gk

After a while you start to wonder if you might as well throw in the towel and accept the fact that you are addicted to food and can't win this battle. Well, after about 25 years of struggling I did just that...... For the past three months, I have made a point to eat WHATEVER THE HECK I WANT. I disr...

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Yes, I'm still here. :) Been gone on vacation or been extra busy with summer plans the past few weeks. Diet? What diet? Ooops. :oops: But ya know what? I've been eating basically whatever I want, but have been probably twice as active as I normally am. The result? No weight change but no obsessing a...

gk

Congratuations! Wonderful news!

Hope the nausea subsides soon. Not sure what system you have set up (vanilla, etc.), but maybe you could throw in a 4 pm. small snack to help with the queasiness.

Take care!

gk

You are doing so great! What kind of dance do you do? Just turn the music on and free-style or certain routines? Sounds fun!

Keep up the great work - very inspiring!

gk

Well, I didn't make a green on Friday, but most of the day was good. Friday nights - always a toughie. As my S days are coming to a close, I can say that I once again didn't stick to my one treat each day rule, but I didn't binge either, so I guess that's somethin. VERY busy week coming up, which us...

gk

I used to binge on bags of chocolate chips when I was in college. I'd keep them in my room and just sit and grab handful after handful. That's when I started to try to eat "healthy," when I started to measure food, to count calories...and I wondered why I gained weight instead of losing it. Bags of...

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THURSDAY - FAIL I take each of my kids out for their birthday every year.....a special Mommy & Me Day. We were so busy before that we had to schedule two of them this week to catch up. (I have 4 kids.) They are annual celebrations, so I consider the treat we have an S, but not all of the munching t...

gk

Just popping in to say hello! Sounds like you're doing wonderfully with No S - great job!

gk

Thanks r.jean ! :) WEDNESDAY - FAIL And my streak comes to an end. Just couldn't resist the cookies and candy beckoning to me from the cupboard. Yes, I know I shouldn't have them in the house, but I don't think I should make everyone else in the house go without just because I have no willpower. :? ...

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