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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

P29 - It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

Marvellous Merchiston...................................... 8 Village People.................................................. 20 Colinton Community Council........................... 28 It’s a Wonderful Time of Year.......................... 29 Home Improvement......................................... 32 Recipe & Food Notes...................................... 36 Kim Pheiffer: A haircut for a good cause........ 41 Puzzles............................................................ 43 What’s On........................................................ 43 Useful Information........................................... 44 Clubs & Classes.............................................. 45 Index of Advertisers........................................ 46

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LOCAL HISTORY

If your home was garrisoned by soldiers and under threat of bombardment, you might pick somewhere else to get married. But 22 year old John Napier, namesake of Edinbugh Napier University, signed his wedding contract with his 16 year old bride at home in Merchiston Tower in just those circumstances in April 1572.

The hobbyist mathematician and seventh Laird of Merchiston would probably have preferred to be remembered for his works of theology. He changed the world, but not in the way he imagined - his invention of logarithms is the work for which he is most celebrated.

John and his new wife moved to Gartness Castle (on the western edge of Stirlingshire today). He took the task of running the Napier estates very seriously.

He was known in Edinburgh as “Marvellous Merchiston” as he was always working on ideas to improve productivity. He experimented with salt fertiliser, invented an apparatus to remove water from flooded coal pits, and built land surveyancing devices. Part of the inheritance was the title of the King’s Poulterer, and the “Pultrielands” at Dean Village - a plot of land for raising poultry to be supplied to the king on request.

John Napier was born at Merchiston Tower (now one of Edinburgh Napier University’s campuses) in 1550. We don’t know what he studied but he went to the University of St Andrews at the age of 13.

There is no record of him graduating from there; he most likely finished his education in Europe, arriving back in 1571, aged 21, when Scotland was in the But Napier considered himself first and foremost a grip of a civil war in which his family was reluctantly theologian. The Reformation in Scotland was young, involved. Four years previously, Napier’s maternal it was a time of religious and political turmoil and he uncle Adam Bothwell, the Bishop of Orkney, had was a fervent protestant. In 1593 he published what performed the he considered to be coronation of baby his most important James VI after his and urgent work, “The Logarithms allowed the German mother’s forced Plaine Discovery of mathematician and astronomer Johannes abdication, and the Whole Revelation Kepler to show that the Earth was not at civil war ensued of St. John” - detailed between supporters exposition that the centre of the universe but revolved of the deposed the Pope was the around the sun. This breakthrough Catholic queen and Antichrist. He sought underpinned Newton’s theory of gravity supporters of the to alert the king to baby king (or rather, “the apparent danger of the Regent who of Papistry arising ruled in his minority). Merchiston Tower, being in a within this Island… .” fearing, like many, threat from strategic location, was garrisoned by the Regent’s Catholic Spain. men to prevent supplies reaching the Queen’s supporters holding Edinburgh. The Tower was Following the publication of the “Plaine Discovery” severely bombarded by the Queen’s men in May (which gained him international recognition) Napier 1572 in a failed attempt to gain control. Archibald worked on designs for various instruments of war Napier, John’s father, whose loyalties appear to - “designed by the Grace of God, and the worke have been ambiguous, probably stayed in the of expert craftsmen.” He was covering all bases, tower throughout, although it is unknown if the rest evidently, in the case of a Spanish invasion - if the of the family did. theological writings didn’t head off the catholic 8 | THE DELL DIRECTORY

threat, he wanted to make sure Scotland had some new weaponry! It included two kinds of burning mirrors, a piece of artillery, and a metal chariot from which shot could be fired through small holes.

exaggerated over time. With James VI on a fanatical quest to eliminate witchcraft, had Napier seriously been suspected of anything he would not have been spared. It’s more likely that the nightgown was academic garb, and that his incredible and diverse output led him When Napier had a problem with pigeons to appear eccentric eating his grain in the fields at Merchiston, and misunderstood.

At this time, Napier also turned his attention to developing he solved it by scattering grain laced with a means of simplifying the very long He moved back to alcohol on the fields; the drunken birds and complicated Merchiston with his were then easy to capture - a feat which calculations he family on the death no doubt fuelled the stories of his magical needed for his work of his father in 1608, powers in an age of superstition. on astronomy. From until his own death 1594 he worked on a in 1617. methodology, finally publishing what he called logarithmic tables twenty I visited Merchiston Tower last month to wander years and seven million calculations later, in 1614. It through the rooms and get a feel, if possible from was a mathematical breakthrough immediately taken this distance in time, of the building that was up enthusiastically by scientists as it saved them first and foremost a family home but swept up in years of calculations and allowed radical progress in turbulence. Its matter-of-fact integration into the astronomy and navigation.

Napier University campus, with a modern corridor running right though it, somehow echoes for me He made other signification contributions to the way the Archibald Napier carried on business mathematics including promoting the use of as usual; the marriage in the garrisoned home; decimals, and “Napier’s bones” - numbering rods and how John Napier’s monumental invention for multiplying, dividing and taking square roots and of logarithms was almost incidental to what he cube roots. Made of ivory, they looked a little like considered his main life’s work. One thing is for bones, hence the name. He also described a method sure, he would be very happy to see his home part of using metal plates in a box to rapidly perform of a place of higher education. multiplication and division problems - the earliest known attempt at using a type of calculating machine.

For Napier, though, mathematics was a hobby, a means to an end that he worked on as and when he had time besides his theological work. The Statistical Account of 1795 says: “Adjoining the mill at Gartness are the remains of an old house in which John Napier of Merchiston, Inventor of Logarithms, resided a great part of his time (some years) when he was making his calculations. It is reported that the noise of the cascade, being constant, never gave him uneasiness, but that the clack of the mill, which was only occasional, greatly disturbed his thoughts. He was therefore, when in deep study, sometimes under the necessity of desiring the miller to stop the mill that the train of his ideas might not be interrupted.”

Perhaps unsurprisingly he cut an eccentric figure.

The Statistical Account also records he “used frequently to walk out in his nightgown and cap. This, with some things which to the vulgar appear rather odd, fixed on him the character of a warlock.” But stories of his supposedly magic powers have been

Merchiston Tower: Now one of Edinburgh Napier University’s campuses

This article was contributed by Helen-Jane Shearer. Helen-Jane lives in West Lothian and is the editor of Konect magazines.

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Where do we want to go? What do we want to change? Our brain, being a ‘habit organ’, automatically repeats patterns of yesterday. If we want something different, we need a clear new route - or at least, to get us started, a strong sense of the sort of ‘place’ we’d like to go.

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If we fail in our plans it can feel awful - perhaps even worse than not trying in the first place.

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VILLAGE PEOPLE

Revd Nicki McNelly: “We’re just a normal family”

Nicki McNelly was instituted as Rector of Colinton’s St Cuthbert’s Scottish Episcopal Church in July 2017, having previously served as Provost of the Cathedral in Oban.

A former Army wife, Nicki now spends her days writing sermons and visiting her flock. But she also walks her dogs and enjoys visits to the pub. She is married to Iain and they have two adult daughters, Anya and Ceri.

Six months into the job, the Revd Nicki McNelly is enjoying a warm welcome from the Colinton community. “It’s amazing how hospitable and welcoming everyone has been,” she says. “I wasn’t sure what it would be like returning to the city. But Colinton has a strong community spirit, and has made us feel at home.”

Nicki didn’t start out working for the church. She left her home in Wales in 1980 to join the Army, where she served as an Intelligence analyst. But once she met Iain, and they learned it was unlikely they would be posted together, she came out of the armed forces.

As an Army wife, Nicki did a variety of different jobs. One of these was serving as the Volunteer Development Manager for SSAFA when the family lived in Northern Ireland. The organisation helps service families in need, so it had the pastoral aspect that is so important to Nicki.

For a number of years Nicki did not go to church – sport and other things always got in the way. “But I kept having little niggles,” she says. “I was 38 and living in Cyprus when I started getting involved in church again.” It was there that the Chaplain General of the Army asked her, “Nicki, why are you being disobedient? God’s been calling you for years, but you’re not listening.”

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She realised there was truth in these words and that it was time to take the initial steps towards ordination. It was when the McNellys were on a boat leaving Northern Ireland and headed for Scotland that Nicki received a phone call to say she had been accepted.

Iain was supportive from the start. When Nicki learned that her only training option seemed to be a full-time place at Durham University, he looked after their teenage daughters in Edinburgh during the week and Nicki travelled back every weekend. “It was hard,” she says, “but I am so glad I could be there full-time and grow together with the rest of the community in Durham. We supported each other then, and we continue to keep in touch.” In 2009, when Nicki was ordained, Iain retired from the Army.

At the moment Nicki is spending a lot of time making pastoral visits, getting to know her parishioners. Though she wears a collar, she hopes people will feel comfortable approaching her when she’s out and about. “We’re just normal people,” she says. “People who clean house, do food shopping and enjoy a glass of good wine.”

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FEATURE

Many of us find the start of a new year a bit of a flat time.

Nobel peace prize but I achieved some of my own goals. I got a bit fitter, raised some money for charity, helped out at a charity event, went on a TV quiz show, did a night class in Life Coaching and spent quality time with family and friends – all in all not too bad for someone who normally says “I must get around to doing that some time…”! Admittedly, I had the motivation of a large birthday number looming on the horizon (“Eek! What have I done with my life?”) but the main difference was simple – I wrote it down. Made that small but crucial first step – an actual, time-framed commitment. I chose a date, wrote it in the diary, wrote it on the calendar, stuck it on the phone organiser and made the arrangements. After making the first step the rest follows so much easier. If you really want to achieve something, and you make a proper commitment to yourself, then it can and will happen.

With the whole of 2018 stretching out ahead, I’d like to wish everyone a very happy, healthy and prosperous new year full of the things and people that you love most, activities that align with your own values and dreams and make your heart sing. Put the kettle on now, get the diaries out, make the phone call, sign the form, make the online booking or whatever is required and, quite simply, make it happen. Happy New Year!

A time to pack away the decorations, start the diets, brace ourselves for cold days ahead and try to give up all our vices. But it’s also a time to make plans to fulfil dreams and reach goals – a chance for a fresh start.

The very sound of the word “resolution” conjures up images of some tedious task that requires resolve and determination to succeed so I prefer to make promises or wishes. I love getting out my new diary and entering all the main dates – birthdays, anniversaries, school holidays etc.

Then the fun can begin, with a clear blank slate ahead – lots of dates to fill with activities that make me feel glad to be alive. A list of things that will make my heart soar more than just beat more efficiently. Plans to meet friends, enjoy spa days, holidays, cinema or theatre trips etc.

At the end of 2016, I made a promise to myself to shake things up a bit and try to achieve more in 2017 - and I actually did! I didn’t set the world alight with new discoveries or win a

This article was contributed by Lynn Arnott. Lynn has lived in Colinton for the past 9 years with her husband and 2 kids.

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HOME IMPROVEMENT

February can be a dreich month, a good time to pay attention to your lighting.

Could a quick update make it bright where necessary, cosy where wanted and as fashion-forward as anyone could desire?

Brighten up your lighting • Using just one central pendant to illuminate a room creates a flat light with dark corners, making the space seem dull and small. If you are renovating, now’s the time to add wall lights, install some additional ceiling lights, or include some track lighting in cornices or bookcases.

• To improve a boring lighting scheme quickly and easily, add extra lights at different heights – a table lamp in the corner, a floor lamp in another, maybe a clip light attached to a shelf. The aim is to create layers of light that come from different directions, and that you can adjust to suit your mood or the way you’re using the room.

• Think about bulbs – save money by changing to LEDs, which last for years and are very cheap to run. How ‘warm’ or ‘cool’ they are is marked in kelvins - look for around 2,700K for a pleasant indoor light.

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Method: 1. Heat the olive oil in a frying pan, add the onion and fry for 5 minutes until softened. Cool for 5 minutes then place in a food processor with the carrots, harissa paste, beans, mint and breadcrumbs.

2. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper and process for about 30 seconds until well blended. Shape the mixture into 15 small round patties. Cover and chill for 30 minutes.

3. Shallow fry the patties in hot vegetable oil for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on kitchen paper then serve with salad and dressing.

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Fourteen year old Currie High School pupil Hannah Pfeiffer is keen to raise awareness of Little Princess Trust, a charity that provides free real hair wigs to children who have lost their own hair through cancer treatment or other illnesses. Hannah came across Little Princess Trust on the internet last year, and thought one day she would like to donate her long hair. The charity was set up in 2006 in England by the parents and friends of the original “Little Princess,” who sadly passed away from a Wilms tumour. Losing her hair during treatment was very traumatic, and she very much enjoyed wearing

her wig - although at that time finding quality wigs for children was very difficult. Since its inception, the charity has now helped thousands of children.

Whilst at a cancer charity function in Currie last autumn, Hannah decided to go ahead Hannah with Rod of Mane and arrange to get her Attraction, Juniper Green hair cut in, to help a child cope that little bit better with cancer treatment. So in December, she paid a visit to Mane Attraction in Juniper Green, and two long plaits were soon on their way to the wig makers via Little Princess Trust.

So if you’re thinking of lopping off your long locks this year, do consider donating them instead of binning them. Visit www.littleprincesses.org.uk for more information and instructions on how to donate your hair.

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Craiglockhart Church Hall Cake and Candy, Games, CDs, Toys, Grand Raffle, Books and more!

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Urban Fungi - A lecture by Dr Patrick Hickey.

Deep within the city of Edinburgh, fungi can be found in a variety of habitats including gardens and parks; however they often pop up in unusual places! The talk will show examples of various fungi in the city and demonstrate the unique dispersal mechanisms that make fungi so successful in adapting to our constantly-changing environment.” Free for Members, Guest £2.

7:30pm – 8:30pm. Water of Leith Conservation Trust Visitor Centre, 24 Lanark Rd, EH14 1TQ SATURDAY 3RD MARCH 107th Pentland Scouts Coffee Morning 10am-12noon Craiglockhart Church Hall. Cake and candy, games, CDs, toys, grand raffle, books and more! Entry: adults £2, children £1 WANT TO INCLUDE YOUR EVENT HERE? EMAIL: EDITOR@KONECTDIRECTORY.CO.UK ARE YOU ORGANISING AN EVENT OR INVOLVED IN A CHARITY FUNDRAISER THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH THE COMMUNITY? Charity and not-for-profit events are FREE to list here, to reach 5500 homes in Colinton, Craiglockhart and Kingsknowe.

Simply email details to editor@konectdirectory.co.uk by the 18th of the month (i.e. by 18th February for March edition, and so on).

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USEFUL INFORMATION

POST OFFICES & LIBRARIES Colinton Post Office - 0131 441 1003 - www.postoffice.co.uk Opening Times: Mon-Fri 9am - 5.30pm, Sat 9am - 12.30pm Colinton Mains Post Office - 0131 441 2657 - www.postoffice.co.uk Opening Times: Mon-Fri 9am - 5.30pm, Sat 9am - 12.30pm Colinton Library - 14 Thorburn Road, Edinburgh, EH13 0BQ - Tel: 0131 529 5603 Email: colinton.library@ edinburgh.gov.uk - Opening Times: Mon & Weds 1pm to 8pm, Tues & Fri 10am to 5pm, Sat 10am to 2pm - Facilities: Free wifi, disabled access, car park, exhibition space, induction loop, Library Link (Fridays at 1pm) Oxgangs Library - 343 Oxgangs Road North, Edinburgh EH13 9LY - Tel: 0131 529 5549 Email: oxgangs.library@edinburgh.gov.uk - Opening Times: Mon-Weds 10am to 8pm, Thurs – Sat 10am to 5pm. Sun – 1-5pm - Facilities: Free Wifi, self service, disabled access, car park, community room for hire, display/exhibition space for public use, toilets incl disabled, baby changing facilities & induction loop

COMMUNITY REPRESENTATION

Local Councillors (Colinton/Fairmilehead Ward): Scott Arthur - Labour - 0131 529 4014 - scott.arthur@edinburgh.gov.uk Phil Doggart - Con - 0131 529 4255 - phil.doggart@edinburgh.gov.uk Jason Rust - Con - 0131 529 4953 - jason.rust@edinburgh.gov.uk Local Councillors (Fountainbridge/Craiglockhart Ward): Gavin Corbett - Scottish Greens - 0131 529 3174 - gavin.corbett@edinburgh.gov.uk Andrew Johnston - Con - 0131 529 4355 - andrew.johnston@edinburgh.gov.uk David Key - SNP - 0131 529 3260 - david.key@edinburgh.gov.uk Colinton Amenity Association: www.colinton-amenity.org.uk Craiglockhart Community Council: www.craiglockhart.btck.co.uk Colinton Community Council: www.colintoncc.org.uk Firrhill Community Council: www.firrhillcommunitycouncil.btck.co.uk Longstone Community Council: www.longstonecc.org.uk Pentland Community Centre: 0131 445 287

MEDICAL Colinton Pharmacy - 0131 441 2352 - Opening Times: Mon-Fri: 9-1pm & 2-5.45pm, Sat: 9am to 1pm Colinton Mains Pharmacy - 0131 441 3388 - Opening Times: Mon- Fri: 9am – 6pm, Sat: 9am- 1pm - Closed daily between 1pm and 2pm Colinton Surgery - 0131 441 4555 - www.colintonsurgery.co.uk - Opening Times: Mon- Fri: 8am- 6pm Firrhill Medical Centre - 0131 441 3119. Mon- Fri 8am- 6pm Royal Infirmary - 0131 536 1000 - www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk Sick Kids Hospital - 0131 536 0000 - www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk NHS 24 - 08454 24 24 24 - www.nhs24.com

SCHOOLS Bonaly Primary School - 0131 441 7211 - www.bonaly.edin.sch.uk Colinton Primary School - 0131 441 1946 - www.colintonprimaryschool.wordpress.com Firrhill High School - 0131 441 4501 - www.firrhillhighschool.org.uk Merchiston Castle School - 0131 312 2200 - www.merchiston.co.uk Oxgangs Primary School - 0131 441 3649 - www.oxgangs.edin.sch.uk St Marks RC Primary School - Tel 0131 441 2948 - www.st-marks.edin.sch.uk

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CLUBS & CLASSES

COLINTON LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY Dreghorn Loan Hall

SPORTS, HOBBIES, LEARNING, SUPPORT GROUPS & MORE

Want to know about local history! We meet every other Monday evening in the Hall with Speakers starting at 8pm prompt. Visit www.colintonhistory.org.uk or contact Bob Bell at 0131 441 4915.

FRIENDLY BRIDGE Colinton Cottage Homes - Every Tuesday 2pm-4pm.

Contact Ken McLeod, 0131 466 0888.

EDINBURGH GUILD OF WEAVERS, SPINNERS AND DYERS Craiglockhart Church, Craiglockhart Drive North

COLINTON BADMINTON CLUB St. Cuthberts Church Hall, Westgarth Ave - Monday 8pm-10pm from Sept to March. Contact: Archie Clark on 0131 449 4703

Meet at monthly usually the third Saturday of the month.

Our aims are to further the crafts of weaving, spinning and dyeing, to learn from each other as well as from experienced craft tutors, and to create opportunities to display and pass on our skills. See www.ewsd.org.uk

STABLE ROOM PLAYGROUPS Colinton Parish Church, Dell Road - Happy and stimulating playgroups from 2-5 years old. Mon, Weds & Fri 9.15am to 12.00pm. (term time). Contact 0131 477 9494 or email stableroom@hotmail.co.uk

WEDNESDAY WALKING GROUP Meet every Wednesday for walks in the Lothians, Fife, the Borders and further afield. Transport from Currie Library car park, walks of various grades and distances (usually 6 to 8 miles). Just turn up and go. Contact: M. Timmins T: 0131 449 4525 or A Blythe T:0131 629 3644 (Balerno and District Ramblers) for details and a programme.

STABLE ROOM & TODDLER GROUPS Colinton Parish Church, Dell Road - Thurs 9.30am - 11.30am (term time). Contact: Sarah Yule on 07850 195334. Please phone before coming as we operate a waiting list.

PROGRESS FITNESS Fitness classes in Colinton and Juniper Green.

Zumba, Zumba Step, Zumba Gold, Floor Barre, Yoga, Fitness Yoga and Total Body Conditioning. £5 per class or 10 classes for £40. For full details go to www.progressfitness.co.uk COMPLIMENTARY FITNESS CLASSES All level classes - Tues: Fitness Pilates 7.30pm in Craiglockhart Church Hall & Classes in Dreghorn Loan Church Hall, Colinton, on Weds: Fitness Toning 9.30am Thurs: Fitness Yoga 6.35pm & Fitness Pilates 7.30pm. Fri: Fitness Yoga 9.30am info & details www. complementaryfitness.co.uk COLINTON GARDEN CLUB Dreghorn Loan Hall - Meets 4th Monday of every month at 8.00pm. September to April. Email: membership@ colintongardens.org.uk www.colintongardens.org.uk BIDE & BLETHER LUNCH CLUB Oxgangs Neighbourhood Centre, 71 Firrhill Drive, Edinburgh EH13 9EU - Every Wednesday from 1.30pm to 3pm, starting from 7th June. Call us today to book your place on 0131 466 0678.

CRAIGLOCKHART CHURCH GUILD Craiglockhart Church - Meet at the Church at 7.30 pm on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month from October to March to encourage men and women in their faith while hearing interesting talks and finishing with a chat over a cup of tea/coffee. First meeting on 3rd October – Canine Carers. Everyone most welcome.

For more information please see Church website www. craiglockhartchurch.org WANT TO INCLUDE YOUR CLUB HERE? EMAIL: EDITOR@KONECTDIRECTORY.CO.UK

SISTERS WITH SPIRIT Swing Café at Colinton Parish Church A new women’s group that meet on the first Thursday every month at 7.30pm. For more details on the themes for our meetings, and to book tickets, please visit www.facebook.com/sisterswithspirit or call 0131 441 2232.

GO GET FITNESS Insanity Live classes Max Interval Training for all fitness levels. Mon 8pm Spylaw Park, Colinton. Tues 8.15pm Pentland Community Centre. Thurs 1pm, Fri 9.40am North Merchiston Club (parents welcome to bring children to watch!) £5 per class or block of 10 classes for £40 For bookings and further details: emma@go-get.co.uk www.go-get.co.uk or www.facebook.com/gogetinsanitylive 7TH EDINBURGH BOYS BRIGADE Co. We welcome boys of all school ages, from Primary 1 to S6.

For a real variety of fun, games, activities, outings & competitions. Most Friday evenings during school term at Dreghorn Loan Hall, Dreghorn Loan. Alastair Merrill (Company Captain); ajsmerrill@gmail.com; 0131 477 3982; 07766 246880. Martin Shand (P1 – P6); martinshand74@gmail.com; 0131 441 9149; 07860 368285.

COLINTON LITERARY SOCIETY Dreghorn Loan Hall Meets every Wednesday at 8pm from 11 October. Keep up to date with latest news about the Lit, on Church website www.colinton-parish.com CRAIGLOCKHART LADIES GROUP Craiglockhart Parish Church This local community group meets at 8pm on the second and fourth Mondays, September to March, to hear a variety of speakers on diverse subjects and to meet up for tea/coffee and a chat. £20 membership. 1st meeting 11th September: ‘Sweetie Night’ All welcome.

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