Mason & Deerfield, OH March 2019

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MARCH 2019 PUBLISHER

Mark Andrea | mark.andrea@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Maria Eilers | maria.eilers@lifestylepubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Laura Leavitt, Alexandra Lisa, Michelle Moody

There’s No Place Like Home

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

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THAT IS DEFINITELY ONE SENTIMENT THAT RINGS TRUE FROM THE WIZARD OF OZ. For many, like Dorothy, the loved ones who fill your house make it home. For others, it is your pets. And for some, it's the personal touches, like a big comfy couch or a favorite color on the walls.

Our Home issue features several ways you can make your house your home. If you need some guidance on where to begin, you may want to start with the first thing you see at your home: your front door. Bruce Carden of Cincinnati EntryPoint fills us in on the latest trends that will be sure to increase your curb appeal.

If more color is what you need, try Living Coral, the newly named Pantone Color of the Year. From walls to accessories, we explore many ways to incorporate this hue indoors and out.

Not a fan of coral? How about some green to freshen up your space? Local plant

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CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

For those looking for a bigger change, our partners at Creative Contracting Inc. show us three local families and their unique designs for their dream kitchens.

Home is truly what you make it. We hope you enjoy this month's articles from the comfort of your home.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2019

FEATURES 14 Pantone Color of the Year Add a Touch of Living Coral to Your Home Decor

18 Creature Comforts Kitty Brew Cafe Is Helping Cats and Kittens Find Their "Fur-ever" Homes

22 Houseplants and Your Health Did You Know Living Plants Can Benefit Your Health and Home?

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26 Making Dream Kitchens a Reality A Look at Three Local Kitchen Remodels by Creative Contracting Inc.

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Trend Setter

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Giving Back

22 Healthy Lifestyle 26 Renovate & Refine 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

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Mason & Deerfield Lifestyle Readers' Choice Awards 2018 Mason & Deerfield Lifestyle hosted its inaugural Readers' Choice Awards on Jan. 21. Guests enjoyed beer from our host, 16 Lots Brewing Co.; and delicious food from S.W. Clyborne Co. Provision & Spirits, Troy's Cafe & Catering, Mad Monks Pizza and Nothing Bundt Cakes.

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Mason High School Presents Almost, Maine Mason High School (MHS) put on a spectacular performance of Almost, Maine for its 2019 Winter Play. The play is written by John Cariani; it explores love and loss in a remote, mythical almost-town called Almost, Maine. MHS students Kara Coffey, Nate Schmidt, Megan Murray, Jason Fish, Jess Burns, Izzy Lisa, Nick Krouse, Suzy Troughton, Will Morris and Izzy Gronholm starred and are pictured here from a January performance. PHOTOGRAPHY BY LANCE MOODY

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AROUND TOWN controversial issues these doctors face today. Dr. Gubbi will teach doctors how to treat cancerous tumors in female organs that were presumed to be non-cancerous. ACOOG.org

OLIVIA SULEK CONTINUES HER CROSSFIT REIGN Mason teen Olivia Sulek claimed the top spot for her performance at the Wodapalooza CrossFit Festival 2019. The events took place in Miami, Florida, Jan. 17-20. Olivia accumulated 534 total points across all events in the Youth Girls 13-15

KINGS ATHLETICS ANNOUNCE NEW HEAD FOOTBALL COACH

division, earning her the first place ranking and

The Kings Athletic Department announced that

qualifying her for the 2019 Reebok CrossFit Games.

Alex Garvin will be the next head football coach at

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Kings High School. Alex is a 2003 graduate of Kings High School and has spent the last 10 years as part of the Kings football staff, serving six seasons as the offensive coordinator. He is in his fourth year as a school counselor at Kings High School. Alex has also been an active leader in the Kings community.

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LOCAL BUILDER WINS 'BEST OF OHIO' AWARD Justin Doyle Homes has been given a Best Custom Home in Ohio award for a house they constructed for Homearama 2018. Justin Doyle Homes won the award in the over 5,000-square-foot category for “The Savannah” from the Ohio Home Builders Association. They are currently developing Kensington, Mason’s premier luxury community

MASON RESIDENT TO SPEAK AT NATIONAL CONFERENCE

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Mason resident Dr. Ajit Gubbi, M.D., has been selected to present at the prestigious American College

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Mars Hill Academy (MHA) recently hosted

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more than 250 grandparents at its Grandparents

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its, school-wide choral performances and poetry

opportunities focused on medical topics and

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grandparents who are a vital part of the MHA community—from serving as lunchroom volunteers and reading group helpers to visiting classrooms and attending sporting events. MarsHill.edu

MASON HIGH SCHOOL TAPPED TO PERFORM AT PRESTIGIOUS EVENT The Mason High School Wind Symphony was selected to perform at the 2019 Music for All National Concert Band Festival, while the MHS Honors Concert Choir will perform at the 2019 Music for All National Choir Festival at Butler University this month. Ed Protzman will direct the wind symphony. This will mark the symphony's fourth appearance at the National Concert Band Festival. Mason's choir will perform under the “I’m FOUR years old!” When I hear these words from one of our patients, it leads to a specific focus for a portion of my dental examination.

At age four we’ve got small bodies and the potential for HUGE tonsils and adenoids. It is at this age that many children begin to show signs of a compromised airway. In some cases normal easy breathing through the nose is simply out of the question. Kids often enter a phase where their sleep cycle is disrupted. Occasionally parents report things like restless sleeping, snoring, tooth grinding and bed wetting. In the mouth we begin to see signs of acid erosion on the teeth secondary to gastric reflux.

Historically, the response to these observations has changed. In many cases the pediatric team will opt for continued observation. And indeed, nearly half of these kids will mature out of these problems. The body gets bigger as the tonsilar and adenoid mass begins to shrink, the obstruction is lessened and the child breathes more freely. But what about the other half of these kids?

Today there is a rising movement toward a 3-prong immediate response when we see these signs and symptoms in four-year-old kids. First comes a referral to a pediatric otolaryngologist for evaluation of the tonsils and adenoids. Second is referral to an orthodontist for evaluation of the dental arch size and consideration of palatal expansion. Third is a referral to a myofunctional therapist who can work with kids to encourage nose breathing with a closed mouth, and proper swallowing instincts. Treatment at this early age holds the potential to ensure balanced craniofacial growth and development, as well as an unobstructed airway throughout life.

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MASON HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 'OUTSTANDING' AT UC MOCK TRIAL Mason High School students achieved outstanding results at the 11th Annual University of Cincinnati High School Mock Trial Invitationals in January at the University of Cincinnati College of Law. Danielle Lyons is the MHS Mock Trial head coach, and Pat George is the assistant for the five Mason High School Mock Trial teams.

Two Mason Comet teams went 2-0 at this event, winning both of their trials. Several MHS students won individual awards. Congrats to all!

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COLOR OF THE YEAR 2019 PANTONE LIVING CORAL 16-1546 ARTICLE LAURA LEAVITT AND MICHELLE MOODY PHOTOGRAPHY LEN KALTMAN-WEST CHESTER CORPORATE PHOTOGRAPHY AND PROVIDED

THIS TIME OF YEAR IT CAN LOOK A LITTLE MUDDY, DARK AND

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“With consumers craving human interaction and social connection,

spring has arrived, how about adding a pop of color to your life? In an

the humanizing and heartening qualities displayed by the convivial

annual tradition, the color authorities at Pantone have selected the

Pantone Living Coral hit a responsive chord.”

2019 color of the year: Living Coral 16-1546.

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A HIDDEN GEM IN THE LOWER LEVEL OF A BUSINESS PLAZA OFF SNIDER ROAD, KITTY BREW CAFE ALLOWS CUSTOMERS THE OPPORTUNITY TO EAT AND DRINK ALONGSIDE CATS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION. Owner Jenni Barrett started the business in 2017 after years of volunteering with Animal Friends Humane Society, a rescue partner for the cafe’s cats.

“Hunting for animals to help is addictive,” Jenni says. “At the end of it all, the best feeling is that you know the animal is being taken care of.”

Jenni has a great connection with the cats in her cafe, however briefly they stay.

“It was so hard to say goodbye in the beginning,” Jenni says. “But now, while I still remember all

“ I t ' s o u r g o a l to g e t as m a n y c ats a d o pt e d as p o s s i b l e , w i t h o u t sa c r i f i c i n g anything from t h e c u sto m e r ’ s e x p e r i e n c e .”

the cats’ names and personalities, when they get adopted, I have tears of joy.”

The success of Kitty Brew Cafe stems from its vision: to help save lives and alleviate space issues at local rescues.

Customers can visit the cafe to order food and drinks. They then have the option to visit a separate space called the “Cat Lounge” for a $10 charge that houses adoptable cats (of course, you can visit without the intention of adopting). Proceeds go toward maintaining the facilities, and there is a lot to keep up with: feeding, cleaning, replacing torn-up furniture. There are often medical expenses too. Whenever a cat has an issue, the rescue partner shelter takes that cat back to treat them.

In addition to ensuring the high standards of the cafe are met, Jenni and her staff have taken on the responsibility of making sure the home a kitten or cat goes to is safe.

“We got permission from Animal Friends Humane Society to use their adoption application. They’ve been placing cats for more than 50 years,” Jenni says. “We research if somebody rents or owns the property that they’ll be taking the cat home to—in some cases, we need to see a lease or talk to the landlord to make sure it’s OK they have a cat.

We get to know the person pretty well throughout the adoption process and see how they’re connecting with the cat, so there’s a personal aspect to it as well.”

Kitty Brew Cafe has facilitated more than 1,150 adoptions to date. The number of adoptions in 2018 almost doubled the number in 2017. Their goal is to get as many cats adopted as possible without sacrificing anything from the customer’s experience.

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Tellen Hedding, a 9-year-old Mason resident, recently adopted her kitten, Quinn, from Kitty Brew Cafe, and the family could not be more excited to bring her home.

“We chose to adopt through Kitty Brew Cafe because we wanted Tellen to choose a cat in need without a feeling of guilt for leaving others in cages,” says Lelle Hedding, Tellen’s mother. “We’ve had a wonderful experience and would recommend it to anyone.”

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR A CAT: + If you rent or lease your home, make sure your landlord is aware of your intentions to own a cat and has given you the approval to do so. + All other pets currently living in the home should be vaccinated and fixed. + The type of people in the home may influence the type of cat you should get; for example, a cat that is confident and outgoing (rather than shy) should be considered for families with many children or a dog. + Cats do not need walks—they get their exercise in your home, so make sure you have furniture which they are allowed to climb on like cat condos or towers. + The first ingredient in your cat’s food should be a meat ingredient. + Adopt from a shelter instead of a store; almost 5 million cats and dogs are euthanized in shelters every year, and animals in pet stores may come from irresponsible breeders.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Houseplants and Yo u r H e a lt h THERE ARE MANY BENEFITS OF SPENDING SOME GREEN ON GREENERY ARTICLE MARIA EILERS HOME SHOULD BE A PLACE WHERE ONE CAN

“We’re seeing that wellness and self-care are important

BREATHE EASY. The rise in popularity of indoor plants

to this generation. Plants can do a lot to boost your mood,”

throughout the home is a trend that is making it easier to

Cathy says. “Their aesthetics are visually pleasing and can

do so. Plants have been proven to offer several benefits to

even have a calming effect.”

homeowners beyond adding to decor.

Rutgers found that flowers have an immediate impact

computers and phones,” says Cathy Harbison, owner of

on happiness and improve memory, specifically for an

Baysore’s Flowers in Mason. “They see plants as a way to

event. The act of giving and receiving flowers is often

help take away some of the ‘harmful’ effects of such activity.”

associated with love and gratitude, so it’s no wonder that

In fact, Healthline.com recently reported that people

seeing them is a reminder of those positive feelings and

generally spend more than 80 percent their time indoors,

an instant mood-booster.

and indoor air pollution can increase your risk for stroke,

Indoor plants come in a variety of types, sizes and level

heart disease, COPD, respiratory infections in children and

of care required to keep them at their healthiest. Just a

even lung cancer. Plants are a natural air purifier. They can

small bit of research can help determine which plant is

remove toxins not only from the air but also from clothing

right for your home.

and home furnishings too.

“Owners should consider the amount of natural light in

If the people living in your home are prone to allergies,

the space where they want a plant, and how attentive they

consider living green plants as a way to filter airborne

can actually be to things like watering or keeping it safe

microbes. Many indoor plants can boost the humidity in

from small children or pets,” Cathy says. “We offer several

the air, reducing the amount of dust and dry air that are

indoor plants and can help a customer find the perfect plant

common triggers of allergy flare-ups.

based on their unique situation or request.”

FIDDLE-LEAF FIG This “it” plant excels in natural light with little watering. It’s known for its large leaves, grand presence and is trending in home decor everywhere.

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One study by the Department of Psychology at

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SANSEVERIA A superb air purifier by absorbing toxins through the leaves and producing pure oxygen. It is an ideal bedroom plant that doesn’t require much water and can tolerate a range of light levels.

MONSTERA Known for its attractive foliage and the height it can grow up to, this plant becomes a focal point of a room once it matures. Find a spot in a bright room but out of direct sunlight to keep from damaging the leaves.

PILEA These evergreens are great for growing in hanging baskets or pots. Because they are inexpensive little plants, they are great starter plants for young or inexperienced growers.

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RENOVATE & REFINE ARTICLE LAURA LEAVITT | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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design services when needed, and the in-house selections coordinator works with each client to understand their vision and provide the design assistance needed “The success of a project is determined long before the team arrives on site,” says Rick Boyle, president of Creative Contracting. “Our goal is to make the sible for all our clients.”

Three satisfied families share their successful remodeling experiences with Creative Contracting.

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functional for family Combining the traditional look and feel of home with modern design trends, this kitchen redesign also created a new entertainment area for the family. They chose to have the sink in

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the new island facing out toward all the fun in the living room.

With a gorgeous basket-weave backsplash, island cabinets with a light gray wash, and a recessed niche for the microwave, this kitchen focuses on function while also achieving timeless beauty and an open atmosphere.

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RENOVATE & REFINE

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small space spectacular A kitchen remodel can work wonders on a space that feels small. This family wanted more space without having to move, and this stunning two-tone gray kitchen was the fabulous result. Creative Contracting maximized an underused pantry, designed a small 10-square-foot addition, and added an island, resulting in 48 percent usable space after the remodel was completed.

The quartz countertops contrast beautifully with the distressed hardwood floors, keeping with modern trends while making their kitchen suit the needs of their family.

modern marvel This chic, ultra-modern kitchen remodel is a magnificent statement of how bright and elegant a kitchen can be. Neolith countertops with a waterfall edge adorn the island.

Every cabinet and drawer has a custom organizer, giving everything its perfect place.

The high-gloss acrylic finish on the cabinets gleams with a sleek no-hardware look (the cabinets open using a groove along the bottom). This homeowner made personalized selections for her dream kitchen, enabling her to receive exactly what she wanted.

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MOONLIGHT MASQUERADE BENEFIT

DANCE TEAM SPRING SHOW

Enjoy an evening of music, dancing,

Don't miss the Kings High School and

AMERICAN LEGION POST 194 SATURDAY BREAKFAST BUFFET

games, auctions and more at the

Junior High School Dance Teams per-

Join your local American Legion

Building Blocks For Kids (BB4K) 2019

forming their Spring Show. Routines

family as the Sons of the American

Annual Benefit. Be inspired by stories

will take place on Sunday, March 3

Legion serve up a homemade breakfast

about BB4K kids past and present.

from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. at different

buffet on the second Saturday of each

Heavy appetizers will be served fol-

locations across Kings Local Schools

month from 8 a.m.–noon. This all-you-

lowed by a variety of desserts; beer

campuses. KingsLocal.Tandem.co

can-eat buffet includes made-to-order

Manor House

Kings Stadium

omelets, biscuits and gravy, fruit, bacon,

and wine provided (cash bar available). Can’t attend? You can still bid on auction items, buy raffle tickets, play split-the-pot and March Madness and donate. BB4K.org/Moonlight

5 SPRING PARADE OF HOMES The Christian Village at Mason

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You’re invited to attend the Spring

SUSI & SHERRIE'S SALE-A-BRATION STAMP CAMP

nity to see inside the beautiful and

Parade of Homes on March 5 from 2–4 p.m. You’ll have an opportunewly renovated independent living

sausage, goetta, coffee cake and scrambled eggs. $8 adults and $4 for children ages 5 and up. ALPost194.com

13, 21 MASON KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

Mason Early Childhood Center Gym

Mason Grange

Garden Homes, meet residents and

Mason Early Childhood Center’s 2019–

Stampin’ Up! independent demon-

staff, sample delicious sweet treats,

2020 kindergarten registration events

strator Sherrie Parker is celebrating

and discover more about what life

will be held in the MECC Gym on the

Sale-A-Bration with a special event in

is like as a CVM resident. RSVP to

following dates: Wednesday, March

Mason. Register now to attend Susi &

513.701.3335 today! Can’t make the

13 from 6–8 p.m. and Thursday,

Sherrie's Sale-A-Bration Stamp Camp;

date? Call for your personal tour!

March 21 from 6–8 p.m. At this time,

the registration fee of $45 includes an

ChristianVillages.org

completed packets will be returned

assortment of 20 all-occasion cards, gift bags and more. StampinUp.net/ eSuite/Home/SherrieThomas

along

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with required

documents.

Please visit the MECC prior to these events to sign out a registration packet.

EC.MasonOhioSchools.com

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PET ADOPTION AND EASTER PHOTO SHOOT

CINCINNATI REGIONAL CONCERT BAND FESTIVAL 2019

Come out and meet your new furry

William Mason High School

event with Myles Ahead inside the

Music for All is once again proud to

PetPeople Mason location. Then

partner with Mason Bands to present

bring your pet back on March 30

Enjoy a free lunch and learn session

the 2019 Cincinnati Regional Concert

for an Easter photo shoot with

about

Band Festival from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Amanda Evans Photography. The

Cincy Code IT Software Developer

Music for All is a national organization

$20 mini photo session fee ben-

Bootcamp. Lunch and beverages will

that supports music programs nation-

efits a local charity, and you get

be provided! For more than 20 years,

wide through education and perfor-

to take home a 4-by-6-inch print.

MAX has been delivering IT training

mance opportunities. Bands present

PetPeopleStores.com

to Cincinnati IT beginners and pro-

PetPeople, Mason

friend on March 9 at the adoption

14 LUNCH & LEARN: CODING BOOTCAMPS IN CINCINNATI MAX Technical Training

MAX

Technical

Training’s

concerts free of repertoire restrictions

fessionals. Its bootcamps have been

for an audience of peers, friends, fam-

successfully training and placing

ilies and a panel of world-class music

new developers. MAXTrain.com

educators. MasonBands.com 30

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20 HEADSHOT DAYS

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Jessie King will be doing hair and makeup

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23 MORNING OF REFLECTION FOR MOTHERS OF YOUNG CHILDREN Royalmont Academy

Mothers of young children, a special morning just for you! Slow down, smell the coffee, and enjoy a reflective morning of faith and friendship.

Lisa Cusmano will be speaking about God's gift of friendship and how to foster a deeper relationship with Him. $20 registration; scholarships and childcare available. Nursing moms welcome!

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more

information,

contact Beth Brink at 513.470.3429.

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24 CHALK COUTURE CLASS: EASTER EGGS ART The Casual Pint

Join Shelly Kallach for her Chalk

Mental illness is our nation’s #1 health problem.

Let’s make it part of the conversation.

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This look, which creates a grid across

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Consider removing the sidelites and the

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style of your home. This Craftsman-style

transom (which are the narrow panels

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door was recently installed in a local home

on either side of a door and the decora-

course we offer new doors with this

to match the traditional look of the home

tive panel across the top of a door), and

design, but we can also swap out just

but also added benefits of insulated glass

replacing everything with a taller door or

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