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Introducing OKC Lifestyle Magazine!

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n the middle of last September, I left a long and successful career in the golf business and started a new career. I could have stayed in the golf industry if I was willing to move, something I was always willing to do throughout my career, having lived in five different states.

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With two daughters, a son-in-law, and two granddaughters living very close, I had no intention of going anywhere. I also love Oklahoma City! The picture is my family; most publishers have a picture of themselves in that spot. The reason I created OKC Lifestyle is because of my family, so I thought it was right to include everyone. I am the luckiest person in the world to have such a great family!

OKC Lifestyle is a unique publication in that it is delivered directly to more than 10,000 homes in the north OKC and south Edmond area. OKC Lifestyle is not a “neighborhood” magazine; it is a “community” publication. OKC Lifestyle is all about the greater OKC metro area.

I want to continue to make OKC Lifestyle a publication you not only enjoy reading but look forward to seeing in your mailbox every month. If you have ideas or suggestions, please let me know. While I may not be able to accommodate every suggestion, I will do my best to incorporate as many as possible. I love hearing about the great people and stories that make up our great community. Please share yours with me so I may able to share them with the community.

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CHARLESTON'S TO REPLACE LEGACY GRILL IN LOWER BRICKTOWN Say goodbye to a legacy and hello to Charleston's as the Hal Smith Group ends a new concept attempted in Lower Bricktown when they quickly had to end a restaurant's affiliation with former Thunder star Kevin Durant.

Legacy Grill opened last September in the space that was previously home to KD's. The restaurant, which drew long lines while Durant was a beloved adopted son, quickly lost its popularity when Durant shocked fans and joined the rival Golden State Warriors.

Nathan Couch, managing partner at the restaurant, confirmed the switch to one of the most popular of the Hal Smith restaurant concepts will open at 224 Johnny Bench Drive along the Bricktown Canal by September.

“We had so many requests for a Charleston's downtown,” Couch says. “We already had a location. With the popularity of that brand,

OKCU ADDS DOCTORAL PROGRAM IN PSYCHOLOGY Oklahoma City University is adding a new doctoral program next spring in clinical psychology.

we thought we'd go with the summer to make the change. We're trying to change as fast as possible because we have so many guests who already come down for Legacy Grill.”

Couch says the change this summer will be extensive.

“It will be a total renovation, and it will have a complete Charleston's

The program prepares students to provide psychological services

feel to it, but urban, like our Mahogany steakhouse is downtown,”

in a variety of settings to address a range of client mental health

Couch says. “It will have the feel of an urban environment while

needs including rural settings and with underserved populations.

retaining the Charleston's nostalgia.”

The 120-hour degree program consists of four years of coursework in theory, evidence-based practice of psychology and practicum-based experiences. The program also has a full-time, yearlong predoctoral internship the fifth year. This program is designed in accordance with the accreditation guidelines set forth by the American Psychological Association.

“Students who come through our program will receive a significant amount of attention and mentoring from faculty given the low student-faculty ratio,” says Melissa Hakman, associate professor and

CITYWIDE VOTE SET FOR SEPTEMBER 12 ON PROPOSED BOND PROGRAM AND SALES TAX INITIATIVES The Oklahoma City Council voted to call a special election September 12 for voters to consider investing more than $1.2 billion in critical infrastructure like streets and sidewalks, including an annual $26 million boost for public safety and other day-to-day operations.

The council approved three proposals to present to voters:

chairperson of the department of psychology, and director of the

• A 10-year, $967 million bond package to invest in streets, police

child advocacy training program at OKCU. “While there are required

and fire facilities, parks and other basic needs. The bond package

courses, students will also be able to select coursework that matches

would succeed the almost-complete 2007 bond program.

their interests and allows them to prepare for their future career path.”

• A temporary, 27-month continuation of the expiring MAPS 3

Students will complete required courses in three core areas:

penny sales tax to fund $240 million for street resurfacing, streets-

general psychology core, research core and clinical core, and they can choose from a variety of elective courses that will give them the opportunity to gain additional skills in specific areas

capes, trails, sidewalks and bicycle infrastructure.

• A permanent ¼ cent sales tax to fund $26 million annually in police services, fire protection and other critical services.

of focus. Students will also receive applied clinical experiences

The proposals will be presented on the ballot separately: One item

through numerous practicums both in-house in the psychology

for the ¼ cent permanent sales tax, one item for the temporary penny

training clinic as well as external sites within the community.

sales tax and one item for each of the bond projects.

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hether you’re walking into a Four Star

Kevin admits he didn’t really know what he was

Fitness on North May in Edmond or

doing. He also credits the growth and success

right in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City,

of Four Star to his committed partners and staff

what may amaze you first is debatable. It could

who give 100 percent on the job every day.

be how clean the facility is or how quickly and

It is also evident by talking to Kevin that his

courteously you’re greeted when you walk in.

servant leadership and drive are very import-

OKC Lifestyle caught up with Kevin

ant to the equation. Kevin believes success

McBride, one of the owners of Four Star, to

starts with leading by example. Members and

talk about the history and inspiration behind

staff alike are not surprised to walk in and see

the friendliest gym in the metro.

Kevin cleaning a toilet, changing a light bulb or

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performing any other seemingly menial task.

September 2007. It started with just one

If you decide to visit or take the plunge and

location on North May Avenue, and two more

sign up for a membership, the differences in

have opened in recent years. The newest

Four Star when compared to any other gym

location is in Edmond. One of the first things

in town are clear. There is an atmosphere of

to appreciate about the gym is Kevin’s candor.

family when you walk in the door when a

“To be honest, it started as a pure busi-

staff member or fellow gymgoer greets you

ness move, something that seemed like a

by name. The facilities are truly open 24/7. At

good idea,” he says.

any given time, there are at least a few train-

He wanted to shatter the stereotypical feel and attitude of corporate gyms by

ers ready to help you with equipment—even if you aren’t a client of theirs.

focusing on one word: neighborhood. From

As you become familiar with your local

the transparent pricing options to how much

facility, you’ll find yourself getting to know

effort every staff member puts into learning

the staff on a personal level because they are

the names of all their members, it is evident

down to earth and inviting. You’ll always find

their focus hasn’t shifted.

clean showers and lockers. Rather than forc-

What makes them so successful? If you

ing yourself to go to the gym, Four Star will

ask Kevin, the first entity he gives credit to is

become a place you look forward to going to.

God because when the seed was first planted,

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From the greenest gym novices to the self-proclaimed “gym rats,” Four Star willingly and lovingly serves all who come with interest.

Star doesn’t take a cut from trainers,

Four Star Fitness also attracts some

many can offer discounted sessions

of the most talented personal trainers

to veterans, seniors, etc. without hav-

in the Oklahoma City area by revolu-

ing to worry about making ends meet

tionizing the way the personal training

after giving away their commission.

business is managed. A typical corpo-

“To watch so many people find a

rate gym keeps up to 60 percent of the

place that really is their second home

money a client pays for personal train-

and where they go when they need a

ing sessions. This results in consistent

place they can count on, it’s amazing,”

turnover and inexperienced trainers

Kevin says about what inspires him.

making maximum dollars.

“Just watching all the transformations

At Four Star, personal trainers keep 100

of peoples’ lives, people regaining

percent of the money they charge their

control of their life again, regaining

clients. In fact, Four Star Management

mobility, health and happiness.”

never even sees those transactions.

A gym owner inspired by the peo-

Because of this, personal trainers become

ple he serves, and not his own gain—

more vested in their clients’ success, and

it’s refreshing and commendable.

this movement has resulted in a type of

When asked what the best thing

pay it forward environment. Since Four

about being a business owner are, Kevin says he loves watching people progress, and he loves that Four Star as an organization is constantly reinvesting in their people and their facilities.

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The worst thing? “The fact that you truly can’t please everyone, but you have to take your licks and keep moving forward,” he says.

Solid advice for all aspects of life.

Four Star Fitness has locations at 6900 N. May Ave. and 911 N. Broadway Ave. in Oklahoma City and at 2012 NW 178th St. in Edmond. For more information, visit FourStarFitnessOKC.com.

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What does it mean to be a "modern Italian" restaurant? For the last seven years, Stella Modern Italian Cuisine, at 1201 N. Walker Ave. in the Midtown District, has developed a reputation for innovation and a modern Italian dining experience. Upon entering, all the right smells, including garlic, roasted tomatoes and parmesan cheese, waft past your nose. A nostalgic feeling accompanies the warm colors of the restaurant.

Yet, all Italian restaurants are known for those ingredients and that comforting feeling, so what makes Stella unique?

For one thing, spaghetti and meatballs have never appeared on their menu—and it never will.

The intentionally missing entree on this Italian restaurant's menu is "...really an Italian/American dish. The 'modern' part of our name allows us to do more classic Italian dishes ... (and) create a little bit of a twist on them," Lori Burson, owner and operator, says.

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Armed with this flexibility, Melissa Aust, a classically trained chef, boldly innovates using Italian ingredients, creating original culinary delights while maintaining a classic feel.

So what dishes can be expected when dining at Stella Modern Italian Cuisine? Picture a large brick pizza oven with an arched opening dominating the center of the restaurant. The fire blazes as the pizza dough bakes to a perfect crisp. Chef Melissa has designed an innovative and tasty pizza, choosing seasonal fruit, such as pears, apples or roasted grapes to complement the salty nature of the pro-

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Stella has taken plain ole pizza and elevated it to a new level, past the greasy and cheap to the exquisitely savory and sweet.

The space and seating work perfectly for a business meeting, a date, or a night out with friends.

"The way Italians dine is really about being with friends and family and having a dining experience," Lori says. "You have a conversation over food."

Because of their commitment to fresh ingredients, they do not utilize a deep fryer or microwave. As a result, Melissa and her team cook completely from scratch and to order.

"Everything is made-to-order, including the sauces," Lori says.

Most restaurants carry gallons of ready-made sauces. However, when patrons ask for extra sauce, Melissa kindly asks them to wait 10 minutes so they can prepare more. The creamy, white wine garlic sauce that comes on the chicken scallopini has the perfect balance of richness and subtlety. Be sure to order extra sauce right away!

This summer, you can dine outdoors on their newly constructed patio and listen to local bands such as The Judge & the Jury during their Sunday "Boozy, Bluesy Gospel Brunch" starting at 10:30 a.m.

Lori's dream of a neighborhood restaurant was born when Stella Modern Italian came on the scene. Her love for excellent Italian food and her passion for building community have come together at Stella, so they regularly promote local events.

Stella offers a $9 lunch special that includes half a pizza and your choice of a salad or cup of soup. If you stop in for dinner and have a difficult time deciding, try the risotto, as it is one of the chef's favorite items to cook. All three menus—bunch, lunch and dinner—are

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Tuesday-Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday.

Whether you choose to eat there during lunch, dinner or weekend brunch, you may have the pleasure of speaking with the chef. She's outgoing and does not hide in the kitchen. So if you're brave enough, ask to see her—she's well worth meeting.

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ow old is too old to play football or soccer? There are very few sports that can be played for a lifetime, but tennis is

one of them. Five-year-olds all the way up to 70-year-olds can play competitively, thanks to the USTA system that uses the National Tennis Rating Program, which allows for participants to play skill-based level tennis. Players at the Oklahoma City Tennis Center are connected by their level and skill sets, and when full-court play becomes too challenging, there's always the option to play doubles.

"We have programming for everyone," says Steve Henry, director of recreational programming at the center.

The enormous job of hosting 60 tournaments a year and managing the facility's classes isn't for the faint of heart. A deeprooted passion for tennis gripped Steve at a young age, but not as young as most.

His involvement with the center over the last seven years came from a nontraditional path toward management.

"I started out when I was 19," he says. "The high school I went to didn't have a tennis program, and I didn't get married until I was in my 30s, so for 10 years, all I did was play tennis five to six days a week. Whereas most people would have played from age 12-22, I kinda took a different approach."

This premier, award-winning tennis center sits at Will Rogers Park and is one of the largest public facilities in the Central time zone. Alabama has the closest comparable center. Because of the scale, the center can accommodate the state high school tournament, which finished up in May.

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"It's a special event because there's so many people here," Steve says.

All school classes—4A, 5A and 6A—are present during the state tournament and welcome over 2,000 spectators each day. With all of these onlookers, family members and players, the city draws in some serious revenue.

"My role here is to promote the facility, promote tennis and promote our city with tournaments and leagues."

And he has done that. In recognition of his efforts, the CVB recognized Steve as a hometown hero for the amount of tourism the center brings to Oklahoma City.

In addition to revenue, the center provides smaller-town participants a quality training facility and highly experienced instructors.

Steve recounts the experience of a player from Nowata, Oklahoma.

"There are approximately 3,800 residents in her town," he recalls. "Imagine how that player felt when she came to this city and saw that there's 24 courts in our facility and there's only two back in her hometown, and there's 2,500 people at the tournament, and there's only 3,800 back in their whole town.

Their eyes are like silver dollars!"

Even for those who don't plan to go professional, many options are available for tennis lovers. On Thursday and Saturday

mornings,

the

center

hosts

adult drill groups for those wanting to hone specific skills without signing up for long-term classes. They also offer six, oneweek summer camps taught by college players. Pricing begins at $70 per week for 5-9-year olds. The children receive instruction for 10 hours a week, "and that's less than daycare," Steve says. Also, the center offers year-round programming through their academy, which instructs CONTINUED >

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5-year-olds through high school students.

If an adult or child is willing to put in the

Classes meet two to four times per week

effort, the center has all the right facilities,

for all levels.

instructors and classes to match each per-

But, how can the facility train a 5-year-old using a high-performance ball and a stan-

son's needs. The rest is up to the player's inner motivation and coachable attitude.

dard-sized court? Thankfully, the facility has

Steve and his daughter, who also plays ten-

dedicated courts that fit the size each child

nis, adopted a quote from Kevin Durant as their

needs to gain confidence and skill. They have

motto for sports, "Hard work beats talent when

dedicated red, orange, green, yellow and

talent fails to work hard." He has lived this level

high-performance ball courts.

of commitment, and, thankfully for the center,

Being focused, dedicated and getting

he's got administrative as well as athletic talent.

quality instruction are key elements to the success of any athlete, and, fortunately, the

The Oklahoma Tennis Center is located at 3400

OKC Tennis Center offers a third of that pie.

N. Portland Ave. and is open from 8 a.m. to 10

"It's really about getting good instruction

p.m. Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fri-

and hitting enough balls to perfect the

day-Saturday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. For

craft," Steve says.

more information, visit OKCTennisCenter.net.

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EVERY SUNDAY ARTS COUNCIL OF OKC’S TWILIGHT CONCERT SERIES MYRIAD BOTANICAL GARDENS

"WE THE PEOPLE: A PORTRAIT OF

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The 2017 Sunday Twilight Concert Series, presented by the Chickasaw

NATIONAL COWBOY & WESTERN

Nation, continues in August. August 6: Phil Smith and the Blend Proj-

HERITAGE MUSEUM

ect, August 13: Tequila Azul, August 20: Willow Way, August 27: Tap

In 1891, Henry M. Wantland and his young fam-

Band. Bring a blanket, picnic and the whole family! Please, no smoking

ily arrived in Oklahoma Territory and settled in

and no pets, except trained service animals. 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Stillwater, a small town born of the Land Run and bustling with opportunity and ambition. He

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eventually purchased a photography studio and

BARRE3 IN THE GARDENS

spent the next two decades recording the world around him. In the exhibi-

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tion, the museum presents a selection of Wantland’s work.

GREAT EVENT LAWN AND BANDSHELL

AUGUST 4

Barre3 returns to the gardens for another season of community outdoor fitness. A $5 suggested donation is requested to continue

FIRST FRIDAYS GALLERY WALK

the growth of the Myriad Gardens. Bring a yoga mat and water. 7 p.m.

PASEO ARTS DISTRICT

Other dates are 6 p.m. September 4 and October 2.

Each First Friday, the Paseo's galleries offer special themed exhibits, refreshments, guest artists and a variety of entertainment opportunities, all

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within walking distance. More than 80 artists in 22 galleries participate.

IN THE HEIGHTS

Three restaurants, two rotating food trucks and a handful of shops round

CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL

out the Paseo’s distinctive atmosphere. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. ThePaseo.org

THELMA GAYLORD PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE

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This spirited show from the creator of Hamilton, Lin-Manuel Miranda, features a contemporary Latin-flavored score and Tony Award-win-

OKLAHOMA CRAFT BEER SUMMIT

ning hip-hop dance moves. Experience the close-knit neighborhood

TOWER THEATRE

of Washington Heights, where the windows are always open and the

The Oklahoma Craft Beer Summit is the only local conference that

breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. This musical

serves professional brewers, home brewers, and the general public

won a Tony Award for Best Musical in 2008. OKCCivicCenter.com

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(CON TI N U ED)

AUGUST 10 AN EVENING WITH EASTWOOD

Cocktails event. Local restaurants will create

NATIONAL COWBOY & WESTERN HERITAGE MUSEUM

a one-of-a-kind sweet or savory specialty

Enjoy live music and a cash bar on the Western States Plaza, followed by

snack using Girl Scouts cookies. Guests will

a scrumptious hot and cold Mexican buffet featuring skirt-steak fajitas,

sip cocktails, sample treats from local restaurants and bid on amaz-

tortilla-crusted salmon, chicken enchiladas and a selection of gourmet

ing raffle items. Local celebrities will judge each entry and guests will

sides, prepared by The Petroleum Club of Oklahoma City. Dine while

submit their votes for the best snack of the night. 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

watching Sergio Leone’s spaghetti Western masterpiece, The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. $40 per person; $35 per person for museum members.

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AUGUST 21 THE 2017 GREAT AMERICAN ECLIPSE MYRIAD BOTANICAL GARDENS GREAT LAWN

CAT VIDEO FEST 2017

Where will you be on August 21 to view the Great Solar Eclipse? Myr-

MYRIAD BOTANICAL GARDENS GREAT

iad Gardens is throwing an OKClipse 2017 viewing party on the Great

EVENT LAWN AND BANDSHELL

Lawn from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Enjoy “ space” music, food and ed-

The Cat Video Festival is back by popular de-

ucational activities on this rare occurrence for all ages at no charge.

mand. This raucous, 75-minute romp through

Special eclipse viewing glasses will be available.

the Internet’s finest cat video offerings and the shared hilarity with thousands of cat lovers is not to be missed. Film starts

AUGUST 24-27

at 9 p.m. but put on your whiskers and cat ears and enjoy pre-screening

2017 OKLAHOMA BALLOON FESTIVAL

festivities complete with food trucks, live music, drinks and more.

CHISHOLM CREEK

AUGUST 17-27

Head to Chisholm Creek for the 2017 Oklahoma City Balloon Festival! There will be hot air balloons, retail vendors, food and

OKLAHOMA SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK PRESENTS: PRIVATE LIVES

drinks, night glows each night, a 5K run and much more. Free

OKLAHOMA SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK

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Champagne and laughter will explode with Noel Coward’s timeless comedy Private Lives. Glamorous, rich and reckless, Elyot and Aman-

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da have been divorced from each other for five years. Now both are

BACK TO SCHOOL BASH

honeymooning with their new spouses in the south of France. When

SCIENCE MUSEUM OKLAHOMA

by chance they meet again across adjoining hotel balconies, their

Teachers, school staff and their families are invited to spend an

romantic feelings for each other are immediately rekindled.

evening at Science Museum Oklahoma to discover what mu-

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seums and student-based organizations across the Oklahoma City metro and around the state are offering in the upcoming

COOKIES & COCKTAILS

school year. Educators and museum staff will be on hand to an-

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swer questions about field trips, free teacher resources, special

Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma is hosting its sixth annual Cookies &

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Parting Thoughts

GRAPEFRUIT CUCUMBER FIZZ

HOW TO

MAKES 2 COCKTAILS

THE GOODS

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Add a half cup of cucumber slices and 2 tablespoons of basil ribbons to 1 cup of gin.

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Refrigerate overnight.

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Ice

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Strain the gin and reserve 4 ounces.

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4 ounces cucumber-basil infused gin

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Divide ice between two tall glasses.

(see right)

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1 cup fresh pink grapefruit juice

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1 cup ginger beer

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3 tablespoons basil cut into ribbons

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Fresh grapefruit wedges

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Fresh cucumber slices

Add gin and divide the grapefruit juice between glasses.

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Top with ginger beer and garnish with grapefruit wedges, cucumber slices and thinly sliced basil ribbons.

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Enjoy. Cheers!

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