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@ Feature 6 Obama Care's @ Paul Lambis – Fat Revolution Blog 8 Slot Machines @ Afrikaans 11 Musiek vir die Agtergrond @ Tune Me What 16 I'm Dreaming of a Sunny Christmas @ Trevor Romain 22 Howzit ! @ Super Saffas 24 Gillian Larson @ Memories of Africa 31 Visiting South Africa in 1995 @ Legal Eagles 42 Getting a Drivers License in the US @ Diet Doctor 54 If certain foods make you sick, just take more medicine @ Travel 60 Southern California @ Motoring 62 Arash AF-10 @ Sport 64 Netball in America
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From the Editor’s Desk I would like to introduce myself; my name is Janie Raubenheimer and I am the new editor of SA Expat USA Magazine! My family and I have been actively involved in the California South African community for over 15 years now; organizing events, participating in charities, and helping fellow expats adjust to their new lives in the U.S. My involvement in the South African community and the incoming expats is constantly changing and that is what makes this job so great! Over the course of the next few issues you will notice some new features and ways for you to get more involved. We want to know how our readers feel about their new lives in America and share the experiences and adventurers you are living every day. Beginning in 2014 you will have a chance to have Letters to the Editor published in SA Expat USA Magazine. We will feature one or two letters along with current articles on South African’s that are making news in the U.S., upcoming events across the country, and traditional SA recipes that our fellow readers have shared. We want SA Expat USA to remain dynamic and fresh and we can only do that with the input, ideas, and creativity of our readers. We look forward to an exciting and blessed 2014 filled with interviews, articles and news items designed to keep you connected to your fellow South African Expats living in the U.S.A! Wishing you all a happy holiday season,
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The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), commonly called the Affordable Care Act (ACA) or "Obamacare",is a United States federal statute signed into law by President Barack Obama on March 23, 2010. Together with the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act, it represents the most significant regulatory overhaul of the U.S. healthcare system since the passage of Medicare and Medicaid in 1965. The ACA was enacted with the goals of increasing the quality and affordability of health insurance, lowering the uninsured rate by expanding public and private insurance coverage, and reducing the costs of healthcare for individuals and the government. It introduced a number of mechanisms—including mandates, subsidies, and insurance exchanges—meant to increase coverage and affordability. The law also requires insurance companies to cover all applicants within new minimum standards and offer the same rates regardless of pre-existing conditions or sex. Additional reforms aimed to reduce costs and improve healthcare outcomes by shifting the system towards quality over quantity through increased competition, regulation, and incentives to streamline the delivery of healthcare. The Congressional Budget Office projected that the ACA will lower both future deficits and Medicare spending. On June 28, 2012, the United States Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of the ACA's individual mandate as an exercise of Congress's taxing power in the case National Federation of Independent Business v. Sebelius. However, the Court held that states cannot be forced to participate in the ACA's Medicaid expansion under penalty of losing their current Medicaid funding. Since the ruling, the law and its implementation continue to face challenges in Congress and federal courts, and from certain state governments, conservative advocacy groups, and some small business organizations. Opposition and resistance Efforts to oppose and repeal the legislation have drawn support from prominent conservative advocacy groups, Congressional and many state Republicans, certain small business organizations, and the Tea Party movement. These groups believe the law will lead to disruption of existing health plans, increased costs from new insurance standards, and that it will increase the deficit. Some are also against the idea of universal healthcare, viewing insurance as similar to other commodities to which people are not entitled. Opponents of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act turned to the federal courts to challenge the constitutionality of the legislation. In National Federation of Independent Business v. Sebelius, decided on June 28, 2012, the Supreme Court ruled on a 5–4 vote that the individual mandate is constitutional under Congress's taxation powers, although the law could not have been upheld under an argument based on the regulatory power of Congress under the Commerce Clause. The Court also determined that states could not be forced to participate in the Medicaid expansion, effectively allowing states to opt out of this provision. As written, the ACA withheld all Medicaid funding from states declining to participate in the expansion. However, the Supreme Court ruled that this withdrawal of funding was unconstitutionally coercive and that individual states had the right to opt out of the Medicaid expansion without losing pre-existing Medicaid funding from the federal government. All provisions of ACA will continue in effect or will take effect as scheduled subject to the states' determination on Medicaid expansion. The Roman Catholic Church, supportive of ACA objectives, has voiced concern through the USCCB regarding various aspects of the mandate covering artificial contraception and sterilization, and in its view, the narrow definition by HHS of what constitutes a religious organization as violations of the First Amendment right of the exercise of religion and conscience. Numerous law suits are pending addressing these concerns.
State rejections of Medicaid expansion Following the Supreme Court ruling in NFIB v. Sebelius, several states with legislatures or governorships controlled by Republicans opted to reject the expanded Medicaid coverage provided for by the Act. Over half of the national uninsured population lives in those states. As of September 2013, with the addition of Michigan,25 states and the District of Columbia have adopted the Medicaid expansion; a few states remain undecided. States that decline to expand Medicaid before 2014 may choose to opt in at a later time. The drafters of the ACA had intended for Medicaid to cover individuals and families with incomes up to 133% (138% under effective definitions of income of the federal poverty level by expanding Medicaid eligibility and simplifying the CHIP enrolment process. Low-income individuals and families above 100% and up to 400% of the federal poverty level will receive federal subsidies on a sliding scale if they choose to purchase insurance via an exchange. For example, individuals with incomes between 133% and 150% of the poverty level would be subsidized such that their premium cost would be 3% to 4% of their income. However, the Supreme Court ruling created the potential for a coverage gap. States that choose to reject the Medicaid expansion can maintain the pre-existing Medicaid eligibility thresholds they have set, which in many states are significantly below 133% of the poverty line for most individuals. Furthermore, many states do not make Medicaid available to childless adults at any income level. Because subsidies on insurance plans purchased through exchanges are not available to those below the poverty line, this will create a coverage gap in those states between the state Medicaid threshold and the subsidy eligibility threshold. For example, in Kansas, where only those able-bodied adults with children and with an income below 32% of the poverty line are eligible for Medicaid, those with incomes from 32% to 100% of the poverty level ($6,250 to $19,530 for a family of three) would be ineligible for both Medicaid and federal subsidies to buy insurance. If they have no children, able-bodied adults are not eligible for Medicaid in Kansas.[362] Studies of the impact of state decisions to reject the Medicaid expansion, as of July 2013, calculate that up to 6.4 million Americans could fall into this coverage gap. For states that do expand Medicaid, the law provides that the federal government will pay for 100% of the expansion for the first three years and then gradually reduce its subsidy to 90% by 2020. Several opposing states argue that the 10% of the funding of the expansion that they will be responsible for will be too much for their states' budgets. However, studies suggest that rejecting the expansion will cost states more than expanding Medicaid due to increased spending on uncompensated emergency care that otherwise would have been partially paid for by Medicaid coverage.
Non-cooperation Officials in several states[which?] have decided to oppose those elements of the ACA over which they have discretion. For example, Missouri declined to expand Medicaid or establish a health insurance marketplace but is also engaged in an active program of non-cooperation, having enacted a statute forbidding any state or local official to render any aid not specifically required by federal law to the functioning of the Affordable Care Act. Other Republican politicians have tried to discourage efforts to advertise the benefits of the law, and some conservative political groups have launched ad campaigns to discourage enrolment
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A man and his wife were awakened at 3:00 am by a loud poundingon the door. The man gets up and goes to the door where a drunken stranger, standing in the pouring rain, is asking for a push. "Not a chance," says the husband, "it is 3:00 in the morning!" He slams the door and returns to bed. "Who was that?" asked his wife. "Just some drunk guy asking for a push," he answers. "Did you help him?" she asks. "No, I did not, it is 3:00 in the morning and it is pouring rain out there!" "Well, you have a short memory," says his wife. "Can't you remember about three months ago when we broke down, and those two guys helped us? I think you should help him, and you should be ashamed of yourself!" The man does as he is told, gets dressed, and goes out I into the pounding rain. He calls out into the dark, "Hello, are you still there?" "Yes," comes back the answer. "Do you still need a push?" calls out the husband. "Yes, please!" comes the reply from the dark. "Where are you?" asks the husband. "Over here on the swing," replied the drunk.
South African Cooking in the USA by Aileen Wilsen & Kathleen Farquharson Published in 2010 by Cape Point Press, LLC, Seattle, Washington; 207 pages
Do you ever find yourself longing for a crispy samoosa or a nice warm slice of melktert? Do you catch yourself reaching into your pantry for an Ouma’s rusk, or scanning the refreshment table at the school fundraiser for pannekoek or microwave fudge? If you are one of the many South Africans who now calls the US home, daydreams and hankerings like these are probably common. But have no fear; there is now a fix for them! “South African Cooking in the USA” is a treasury of 170 beloved recipes from the Rainbow Nation, written specifically for easy preparation in the North American kitchen using locally available ingredients and measurements. In addition to containing a wide range of traditional recipes, including worsrolletjies, curries, koeksisters, and the like, this book offers some interesting twists on old favorites. For instance, it has a delicious recipe for a vegetarian bobotie made from nuts, and one for a snoek-less but authentic smoked snoek pâté that would delight and impress your friends at your next cocktail party. It also has easy-to-follow recipes for holiday favorites, such as hot cross buns, mince pies and fruit cake, and a delightful assortment of long-forgotten childhood favorites, including monkeygland sauce, jelly whip-whip, crunchies, and Bar One-style chocolate sauce. Alarmed by the absence of South African cookbooks on the shelves of local bookstores, Aileen Wilsen and Kathleen Farquharson set out to produce a treasury of recipes that could be used to whip up authentic South African dishes with minimal effort. Born and raised in South Africa, the motherdaughter team combined their cooking and writing skills with their passion for good food to produce a cookbook that would not only be a survival tool and source of comfort for fellow South Africans living in the USA, but would also introduce Americans to the colorful cuisine of the Rainbow Nation and give them the know-how to host an authentic South African-themed dinner party. When creating this book, Aileen drew on her extensive experience as a recipe developer for companies that produced readyto-eat food lines for Woolworths and Pick ‘n Pay. Each recipe comes with a short description and, where applicable, the authors offer clever suggestions for substituting hard-to-find ingredients. This softcover book with its high quality binding, paper and finish was designed for frequent use in the kitchen. To keep costs low, the authors decided not to include photographs; however, an extensive gallery of photographs of recipes from this book can be found on their website (www. http://capepointpress.com/our-books/recipe-gallery/). “South African Cooking in the USA” can be purchased on amazon http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0085CYCA4/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il? ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0085CYCA4&linkCode=as2&tag=cappoipre20 ( good value at only $16.95) – where it has maintained its place in the upper rankings and has received rave reviews – as well as directly from www.capepointpress.com. This book is a must for anyone with roots in South Africa. It also makes a unique and fun holiday, birthday or hostess gift and would be an asset to any library of cookbooks.
Becoming a part of the “Mutt Militia”: An ex-pat’s love for dogs leads her to Marley’s Mutts Dog Rescue in Tehachapi, California! Written by: Nadine Bradley Griffith Marley’s Mutts Dog Rescue was founded by Zach Skow after dogs helped save his life. After a near-death experience battling end-stage liver disease as a result of years of drug and alcohol addiction and abuse, Zach fought hard to recover. With the help of his dogs, namely a Rottweiler-Pitbull mix named Marley, Zach turned his life around for good. Encouraged by Marley’s inherent zest for life and enthusiasm for simple things such as a walk with his best friend, Zach slowly started to recover, step-by-step. In 2009, he founded Marley’s Mutts, a nonprofit organization in Tehachapi that saves dogs that have been abandoned, lost, neglected, discarded or abused. Without care, these dogs would otherwise be euthanized at the high-kill animal shelters of Kern County. The most exciting and potentially life-changing initiative currently being undertaken by Marley’s Mutts is the “Miracle Mutts Program”, which is led by Liz Kover, a graduate of the Bergin University service dog training program. Liz is training Fred, who is going to be an Autism Service Companion for a young boy with Autism, in addition to serving as Director of Human-Canine Programs. Marley’s Mutts has BIG plans, and just started the second round of fundraising for a new facility to house the Miracle Mutts Program. The first round involved training for, and running in, the 2013 Chicago Marathon! The finish line saw us not only celebrating our first marathon, but also Zach’s 5th Sober Birthday, which was the day before the marathon. We raised over $10,000 to go towards the Program, and had the tens of thousands of Mutt Militia Facebook Fans cheering us on every step of the way. Zach and Liz are the midst of securing grants and funding for the establishment of Miracle Mutts RESCUE, REHABILITATION & COMMUNITY EDUCATION CENTER. There is a monumental fundraising effort underway to purchase a property in Tehachapi, and every dollar up to $150,000 will be matched by a generous donor! The unique property is situated on five acres, nestled up against the beautiful Tehachapi Mountains, and within a skipping stone’s throw of Brite Lake. On the property, there is a 2,100 sq. ft. house for office (and potentially living) space. Next to it is a 5,000 sq. ft. warehouse, which may look like nothing more than an empty garage to the naked eye. But to us, it is a blank canvas upon which we can clearly see – in vivid detail and color – the bright future of Marley’s Mutts unfolding.
The unique property is situated on five acres, nestled up against the beautiful Tehachapi Mountains, and within a skipping stone’s throw of Brite Lake. On the property, there is a 2,100 sq. ft. house for office (and potentially living) space. Next to it is a 5,000 sq. ft. warehouse, which may look like nothing more than an empty garage to the naked eye. But to us, it is a blank canvas upon which we can clearly see – in vivid detail and color – the bright future of Marley’s Mutts unfolding. Here, Marley’s Mutts will take dog rescue to the next level! For (both human and canine) healing, exercise, education and play, our state-of-the-art facility will have: Swimming pools with resistance currents, doggie treadmills, running tracks, climbing rocks, water features, agility courses, hiking and biking trails, training rooms and classroom space. The beautiful land surrounding the facility will also be used for “Frisky Fitness Youth Camps”, where kids and teens struggling with obesity, addiction, emotional, physical or developmental challenges will gain confidence and learn healthy life skills with motivation and help from furry, four-legged friends; many of these dogs will likely also be learning how to live and thrive again after knowing much darker times in their lives. Furthermore, the facility will “incubate” a handful of small businesses that willdouble as job-training outfits, providing viable skills for use in the multibillion dollar pet care industry. Through these social enterprises, Marley’s Mutts will be able to:Create jobs and career training programs for people in drug and alcohol recovery, people coming out of incarceration, adults with developmental disabilities, and others who are re-entering the workforceInvolve, serve and give back to our community, and Financially support our rescue, rehabilitation and education efforts. To learn more about Marley’s Mutts Dog Rescue and all the exciting plans we have for the future, please “like” us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MarleysMuttsDogRescue
More about Nadine: I first moved to the United States in 2003 on a field hockey athletic scholarship to James Madison University, in Virginia. After four years in Virginia, I moved to Austin, Texas to pursue my Master’s degree. This is where I met my future husband, Jon, and his Australian Shepherd named “Colt”. We moved from Texas for Jon’s new job in Mojave at Virgin Galactic, and started our new life in the High Desert of California. Unable to work during the months before and after our wedding in May of 2012 prior to my Green Card approval, I was yearning for something to do during the day, and I approached Zach about volunteering with Marley’s Mutts. Zach is somewhat of a celebrity in Tehachapi, so I had known about the organization and had met him several times at events held in town. While I no longer have as much “spare time” to volunteer with MMDR, it is still a cause I hold close to my heart, and this year added our own rescued Marley’s Mutt named “Falcor” to our family!
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I was so excited I couldn’t sleep.I was a youngster and my dad was going to take me to my very first International Rugby game at Ellis Park in Johannesburg.I was rugby mal ek se. I loved Frik Du Preez and Dawie DeVilliers and all the bokke. I couldn’t believe I was going to be in the stands on a Saturday afternoon watching my beloved Bokke playing against the All Blacks.I was ready for braaivleis, rugby, sunny skies and…ja well you know the rest.I was chuffed china. What a jol for a little oke. It was especially ‘special’ not only because the All Blacks were (and still are) one of the best teams in the world, but my dad had lost his job at that time and tickets were very, very expensive. Earlier in the week I heard him and my mom actually discussing the fact that we couldn’t go to the game because of the money situation. I don’t know how he managed to pay for the tickets but I wasn’t asking any questions. I woke up early that special Saturday and sat in our kitchen and ate my Pronutro like a good little boykie. Then I had a glass of Oros orange juice and almost had an instant seizure from the orange dye #12732 in Oros that often closed my throat and almost killed me.I’d about turn purple with bulging Eddie Eksteen or Pip Friedman type goo-goo eyes after a half a glass of that kak. Yet I still drank it.And there I am clutching my throat, with my tongue hanging out, gasping for air and the maid klaps me on the back of my head and tells me to go make my bed.She didn’t take any kak for sure. In support of the Springboks I donned my favourite green cardigan with yellow specks in the wool and with leather buttons that my gran knitted for me for my birthday. Looking at pictures now, I notice that the cardigan was the ugliest thing I have ever seen. What the hell was I thinking? We got into my toppie’s car and we went to pick up his friend who was coming with us. We arrived at the oke’s house and there he is standing outside clutching a ladder. Yes a wooden ladder.Now I’m just a happy go lucky kid who is as excited as a little puppy at the prospect of the game that afternoon so I go with the flow.My dad and his buddy open both the back windows and position the ladder in the car with an end sticking out of each window. “Sit in the middle and hold the ladder, “ says my dad. “Don’t let if fall out boykie.” So while those two okes are gaaning aan in the front seat (about how the Bokke and going to moer the All blacks) old kippie is sitting in the middle of the back seat battling to hold on to the bloody ladder.We get to what feels like ten miles away from the Ellis Park Stadium. Actually it was at the top of Harrow road there. Not exactly ten miles but for a little oke with short legs, and two grown men carrying a ladder, it felt like a moer of a long way.
We arrive at the stadium and are milling around outside with all the rugby fans. And these okes are poes dronk and shouting. “Moer hulle.” “Op die boere.” “Naartjies.” “Biltong.” “Kussings.” “Ice cream.” “Programs.” There are so many people crowding around that I am lost in a sea of knees. I am so short that all I can see is safari suit pants and long socks with combs in them.We wait and wait as the people go in.Suddenly there is a huge roar from inside the stadium as the players run onto the field. I’m getting upset because I want to see the first punch.As the crowd roars everyone surges through the gates and the cops are sukkeling to help the ticket takes maintain order.“Let’s go,” yells my dad. And he starts walking away from the gate. Huh?“But…but,”I stammer.My dad grabs me by the hand and now two men, a kid and a ladder are running away from the entrance.I don’t what the hell is going on. I’m digging in. Dragging my feet and my old man is pulling me. He drags me half way around the bloody field.“Right here,” he yells over the roar coming from inside. He is pointing at a very high wooden gate.My dad and his buddy put up the stepladder and I am propelled to the top, followed by my dad and his buddy. And amazingly, from the top of the ladder we can see over the bloody fence and because there is a gap in the stands right there, we can see a portion of the field.“Lekker,” says my dad, grinning. He is standing behind me and clutching the fence so we don’t fall off the ladder. (Apparently my dad had done this before during a Transvaal Currie Cup and saw everything. At least that’s what he told me.)So now I’m atop a ladder straining to see between the stands. All I can really see is the ball when it is kicked into the air or green and gold and black streaks of color as the players become visible for a few seconds in the gap in the stands.My dad’s buddy has a transistor radio in his pocket so we can hear the game too. So now I’m begging to enjoy the whole gedoente. My imagination, plus a few glimpses of the ball, makes it better than sitting and listening to the Gerhard Viviers commentating home. “This is lekker hey dad.? I say turning to look at him. He is so chuffed with himself. I enjoy his smiling eyes.Then suddenly the expression on his face changes.Above the noise I see him mouthing the words, “Oh shit.”Then I see him putting his hands up to his face.I turn back toward the stadium just as the first naartjie hits us.I then realize that a large number of rugby fans on the top of the stand have turned away from the game and have noticed us ’non paying patrons, on the ladder, and have decide to show their disapproval with a volley of naartjies.And shit man it was a naartjie blizzard.With glee and hatred in their eyes and water-melon soaked brandy in their veins they started pelting us.I must say being moered by nartjies is uncomfortable and quite painful.“Let’s go,” yells my dad as the disruption catches the eyes of a couple of Seth Effica’s finest polisie men. On the other side of the fence the boere start running towards us. We scramble down the ladder. My dad scoops me up. His buddy grabs the ladder and we run like hell.My teeth are knocking together and jostling in my head as my dad runs with me tucked under one arm and one side of the ladder in the other.As we run I hear the crowd go crazy.The cops didn’t give chase. I think they just wanted to scare us off. And they did.A few miles away, out of breath, and out of range of the law, we all collapsed in a heap on a grassy patch of pavement on Harrow road.And the giggles started.My dad and his buddy were giggling like little schoolboys.I’m glad I experienced my first international rugby game the way I did. I wouldn’t want it any other way. This may sound strange but I’m so happy my dad didn’t have money for tickets for the game that day. I truly am.Because now that he is gone. That memory of my dad’s twinkling eyes, his uncontrollable giggle and his shit-eating grin is something I will treasure forever. Frozen for all time, in my mind, is a black and white picture of the three of us, sitting on the pavement, laughing our heads off.
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Who is Gillian Larson?
by Chantelle Robbertse
When I first met Gillian Larson, in 2010, she instantly brought back the wonderful memories of my Grandmother. Gillian Larson, is a women of many colors but has the dream to make a difference, to be all that she can be and to live life to the fullest with no regrets. Her eyes start to wonder off as she began telling me about her childhood. Gillian Larson grew up in a small town just outside of Johannesburg, South Africa. Her dad was one of the town doctors and was “just like Marcus Welby, M.D.” she smiles. Growing up her lifestyle was very colonial and she was constantly involved in her community. Gillian went on to speak about her catholic school education and her motivation to go to boarding school higher up on the grade school latter, the main reason being the hour in and hour out bus drive every day. As the head girl made her way through school, she excelled in sports, played on all the teams and captained most. After graduating, Gillian went on to nursing school and was student body organizer and more importantly, organized a huge fund raiser with celebrity golfers, specifically, Gary Player. The organizer blood within her starting to come to a boil. Gillian grew a large smile, almost laughing, as she speaks: “Organizing is in my blood, I was born an organizer and it just comes so easily to me. But the main thing is to be passionate about it, to be passionate about everything you do.” Eager to learn more, I ask about her natural born instinct to organize, about her ability to inspire to so many and her life’s goal. “Ubuntu,” she grew still with a smile on her, her eyes looking for into the distance, “to treat all around you with value and always know that I am what I am because of who we all are. Without one another we would be nothing.” I felt chills running down my spine. Gillian’s philosophy of Ubuntu, does not only explain her past and her reason to keep pushing forward but also gives her a solid ground for a bright and successful future.
In 1970, Gillian Larson made the big move to America after marrying her husband, Ron, and she giggles to the recollection of the American boy who forever followed her around after she set up house in London after Nursing School. Gillian recalls the South Africa she left behind forty-three years ago, a slow bit a fear growing behind her eyes, but adds that she will “never, ever give it up, America has given” her “the freedom and ability to follow her dreams and accomplish anything.” Gillian goes on to say that she “is connected with so much here in America, and I feel that in South Africa my hands would be tied, everything would be so much harder to do.” I start to laugh as her excitement makes it almost impossible for my pencil to follow her tongue. “I believe you only have one life to live, and I want to grab it by the horns, grasp onto every opportunity and I want to live life to the fullest, with no regrets.” “If I can make a difference, even if it’s the smallest of differences, then I will be happy.” My heart wanted to get in too deep as I begin to think about the words I just heard, but to stay on track I decide to change the subject. I began asking the bright faced Gillian about her famous appearance on the television show “Survivor.” First off let me say, I have never seen anyone that entered for one television show eight times, to finally get accepted for the Fifteenth season. I, personally, would have felt discouraged and gone to look for a different television show to appear on. For Gillian, however, her dedication, motivation, and “true African spirit” finally paid off. In 2008, the television show “Survivor” welcomed a new player to the island, on “Survivor-Gabon.” “I was bitten by the bug of Survivor when I saw the very first show and felt driven to play and always felt I was a perfect fit with all my experiences to date,” Gillian said as I dug a little deeper. Over the course of eight years, she applied fifteen times, and no matter what continued to believe that she will be selected, and she was. Persistence is key. At the age of sixty-one, Gillian Larson was one out of nine players over sixty-one to be on the show, one of the two women. “I took my spirit of Ubuntu into my game and what was I thinking? This was Survivor but it was Africa,” she said laughing. “I could never truly explain why I wanted to be on the show, I just had to do it, and it paid off.” Certainly I was a bit confused but reassurance in her face gave me every reason not to be. It was the same look I get, and I am sure we all get, “that African spirit.” Gillian goes on the express how that same spirit, that African spirit, will forever be a part of her. It is the reason she was chosen to be on Survivor Gabon, it was the reason she is so driven and she never gives up, it was the reason why Ubuntu was so close to her heart. “After Survivor, every door just opened for me, so many more opportunities came my way, and that is when I started Reality Rally. Survivor gave me the spotlight, now I just needed to use it.” Reality Rally is a 3 day fund raising event in Temecula, California every April. Gillian absolutely loves Temecula and truly recommends it for all families, “it is the place to be.” Over 100 Reality TV Stars and famous dogs gather in town from about 3o different shows; Survivor, Amazing Race, Big Brother to name a few. This "Fun for Funds" weekend that Gillian has so perfectly put together, is for the public to meet Reality Stars and have fun with friends and family and to raise funds for Michelle's Place, breast cancer resource center. Michelle’s Place is yet another organization that Gillian feels so close to. When I asked Gillian where she got the idea for Reality Rally she simply replied, “Inspiration, it really just came to me head. After I got voted off of Survivor I thought ‘this couldn’t be it, it couldn’t be the end of it.’ I felt crushed, destroyed and I was beginning to prepare for a sixty mile walk for charity. Then I began to wonder what I could do where I could take my experience from survivor, my organization abilities, and my joy in helping to raise funds? And Reality Rally was born. ” For all you reality fans out there, Gillian quickly expresses the many ways to get involved. “People can simply come to the event! It is open to the public so you can just come watch if you want. People can purchases tickets, play all the games, they can become a sponsor, donate, even donate in support of a certain celebrity, and volunteer! Volunteer applications will be open starting in January. There are really so many ways to get involved, but all we want is for you to have Fun.” I gave a brief hysterical laugh as I saw Gillian’s eyes lit up. In respect for this land, the freedom and the ability that Gillian can do anything she sets her heart on, she wanted to take a brief moment to thank the men and women we serve, have served, and will serve for her freedom. “People do not understand the freedoms that we have here in America,” Gillian grew still as she concluded, “and that we have this freedom because of what all of you brave men and women do for this country that you serve with honor. I really appreciate it and thank you. ”Finally, Family. A topic so close to Gillian’s heart, I swear I could see her eyes sparkling with love. Gillian has three amazingly beautiful daughters, all who have already married and blessed her with seven gorgeous grandbabies. When I asked her about how they all feel about having such a hip grandma, she laughed and said “they love it! They love what I do, and they get a kick out of it!” I laughed as I tried to picture how children, ages eleven months to twelve years, would react to their grandma on a “Survivor” television show. Simply Priceless. That is what life is all about isn’t it. Creating priceless moments. I concluded to ask Gillian if she hopes that one day her charity work and all that she has done will inspire her grandchildren to carry on similar adventures. “Yes. I absolutely hope they do. I feel like volunteering is a way to give back and I feel like they can’t wait to volunteer. Some are already volunteering with me and they help me with my own projects a whole lot. Some may not be old enough to yet, but I hope that they all see comfort in it.” Gillian Larson is the perfect example of the living life to the fullest, never giving up on your dreams, and to never have regrets. I want to personally Thank You so much Gillian for the time you took off of your very busy schedule to give me, and all of us reading today, a glimpse of the perfect life. It truly is not about what happens to you in life, it is what you make of it.
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Memphis, Tennessee
The Memphis Music Scene Listen to glorious music, from gospel to rock to the Blues
So, you’ve been to the gates of Graceland, and dutifully made the pilgrimage to the city’s three major rock and soul museums. But now you’re ready to cut loose the ghosts of Memphis past and experience some sizzling live rock ’n’ roll or low-down, greasy blues. Look around, and listen: it’s everywhere, from the boozesoaked bars of Beale Street to the sanctified pews of the Rev. Al Green’s Full Gospel Tabernacle. Downtown, Beale Street throbs with blues and rock bands every afternoon—and all night long. Beale’s best bets are B.B. King’s Blues Club, named after the beloved guitarist who got his start here, and the Rum Boogie Café/Mr. Handy’s Blues Hall, which has a killer house band and superb guitar collection. Free music happens at Beale’s open-air pavilion under a statue of W. C. Handy, the turn-of-the-century bandleader whose 1912 recording ‘Memphis Blues’ launched 12-bar blues into popular culture. Handy’s historic home, a wooden shotgun house (a narrow rectangular shack) furnished with early 1900s furniture, instruments and sheet music, has been preserved as a museum here on the fabled street widely regarded as the birthplace of the blues. Nearby, Automatic Slim’s Tonga Club is a chic cocktail spot and site of occasional live music. Along Main Street, the Center for Southern Folklore, an eclectic folk-art gallery with a cosy coffee shop, lures nationally known singer-songwriters of all musical genres. Elsewhere around town, headliners such as Elvis Costello and other cutting-edge hipsters can be heard at the grungy Hi-Tone Café, near the Memphis College of Art; while laid-back blues and beer sold by the quart draw dancing-room-only crowds to Wild Bill’s, a no-frills ‘juke joint’ on the outskirts of downtown. Redemption for such revelry awaits a stone’s throw from Graceland, where most Sunday mornings the Grammy Awardwinning soul singer and ordained reverend Al Green preaches and leads a hand-clapping, sing-out-to-Jesus service from the pulpit at his Full Gospel Tabernacle.
New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans's Music Scene Listen to jazz in the city where it was born The music we know as jazz was born in late 19th-century New Orleans, derived from a confluence of European marching band music and African rhythms. It was brought up by dance and party musicians, such as cornetist Buddy Bolden, drummer Papa Jack Laine and pianist Jelly Roll Morton, who performed in the high-class bordellos of the legendary Storyville district, and given a new and clear voice in the 1920s and ’30s by locally born Louis ‘Satchmo’ Armstrong. Though the city’s importance as a musical centre faded during the subsequent big band, bebop and post-bop eras, by the late 1980s local trumpeter Wynton Marsalis and his family had succeeded in repopularising the traditional New Orleans sound by nurturing their own particular strain of modern jazz. The Big Easy’s annual Jazz and Heritage Festival (aka ‘Jazz Fest’) is one of America’s great music parties. Even for the 2006 event, just eight months after Hurricane Katrina, thousands came to support New Orleans’s unique musical heritage. For ten days in late April and early May, hundreds of musicians perform on ten stages of splendid dissonance, offering not just jazz but Cajun, Latin, zydeco, R&B, rock, gospel and African-Caribbean music—with exuberant brass bands marching tirelessly through it all. Today’s jazz and soul luminaries (including such New Orleans natives as Harry Connick Jr. and the Neville Brothers) wouldn’t miss this shindig, which in recent years has also drawn Bob Dylan, Etta James, Paul Simon and Bruce Springsteen. Hundreds of artisans sell their wares, and the best of Louisiana’s culinary heritage (from shrimp po’boys to alligator piquante) shares the spotlight at over 100 stalls. Those with a sweet tooth should save room for sweet potato pone, Key lime pie and white chocolate bread pudding. If you’re not here at ‘Fest time’ (and even if you are), visit the dark and spartan Preservation Hall, beloved by purists, showcasing classic New Orleans jazz. With a worn wooden floor, no food or drink, and only a few wooden benches for seating, the place is a diamond in brown-paper-bag clothing, a world-famous institution since it opened in 1961. The musical pilgrimage continues at the legendary Tipitina’s, an uptown club where jazz, Cajun, country and R&B keep the dance floor full in what was once a gambling hall and whorehouse. The club helped launch the sterling careers of such legends as Dr. John and Allen Toussaint. Snug Harbor, an intimate storefront jazz bistro in the hip Faubourg Marigny (a short walk from the French Quarter), is the best place to find contemporary jazz and R&B, with regular appearances by big names like Ellis Marsalis and Charmaine Neville. In the northern reaches of the French Quarter, Donna’s promises exemplary contemporary jazz, featuring some of the best brass bands in town—and there’s great barbecue too. You’ll find lively zydeco, Cajun, R&B and jazz at Mid-City Bowling Lanes, aka Rock ’n’ Bowl. And then there are those days when it seems that the solitary sax player in front of the cathedral in Jackson Square is the best thing you’ve heard all week —and it’s free.
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First Encounters of the South African Kind "by Zachary Stangle" The first South African that I met was a gorgeous server at one of my favorite restaurants. After seeing her I began frequenting the restaurant a few times a week and just striking up comically short conversations about anything that came to mind. After a couple short months I was able to work up enough courage to carry on a conversation for her entire thirty minute lunch break and even ask to see her again after she got off work. After an evening of sitting on my tailgate and laughing at my nervous jokes we made plans to go out the next day. My first meeting with her family was undoubtedly one of the oddest ones I have ever had in my dating escapades. When I walked into the house I was flooded with a wave of ear drum shattering Afrikaans and laughter. Even three years later I am still surprised as to how vocal a group of South Africans can be. If we are ever in the situation where we lose all communication between the United States and Africa all we have to do is put South Africans on the beaches and they can shout back and forth to each other. It is an odd sight to any outsider to see such beautiful women with such powerful voices. I will say that in that first meeting I experienced some absolutely incredible traditional South African food that made me regret giving up my gym membership. I know it is traditional to always have a sweet after a meal, but I have found myself indulging in koeksisters more often than a body conscious person should. I’m not entirely sure how there are athletic people in South Africa when there is a never ending supply of good food to be eaten instead of spending time in the gym. When I met her father he was true to his South African heritage and had a beer in one hand and exaggerated his conversation with the other in between managing the bar-b-que. Within the first twenty seconds of introduction he was already pulling out his Army intelligence training and interrogating me. When he asked, “what are your intentions with my daughter” I was quick witted and replied that I just want to make her happy and enjoy life. He then proceeded to say in a completely sincere manner, “if you hurt my daughter I will kill you.” And as I stood there looking into his eyes wondering if I should have worn running shoes instead of formal he offered me a piece of lamb. After years of meeting new South Africans I have concluded that it is some sort of odd custom for a father to threaten the life of their daughter’s new boyfriend and then offer him beer and food. Though my journey with a beautiful South African is still young, I am positive that South Africans are by far the most interesting individuals on the planet. I am extremely fortunate to have met my South African (boeremeisie) beauty, but I think it is going to take some time for this Indiana boy to get used to putting cheese on my toast in the morning and watching rugby instead of football.
My name is Paul. In 1995 I spent 2 years in Africa enjoying the beautiful scenery, seeing the animals up close in their native habitats, among the people learning their culture, their ways of life, including music, the things they do to survive, the VERY different foods they ate. I spent those 2 years in very humble circumstances where the families that had the least seemed to be the happiest. These are the types of people that would give you the last morsel they had; they take you in even if they don't know you. The children LOVE being around you when you are willing to spend time with them. In the areas I was in, despite the ruggedness of it, there was a tranquil peacefulness to it and no matter what their circumstances, the people always seemed content.
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Instead of spending money on decorative party accessories, here are a few things you can do on your own and yet stand out.
A Flower Basket Collage
1. Just choose a flat woven basket for yourself. See to it that it has a wide base and the rims are not more than 2 inches in height. 2. Now, place about 2 empty containers, such as old jam bottles, beakers, or even glasses, on it. You can accommodate up to six glasses as well, depending on the size of your basket. 3. Next, take 2 different types of flowers and foliage in bundles, one type for each container. This obviously means that you can choose more than two types of flowers if you have more than two glasses in the basket. 4. Now, slowly place each kind of foliage in the separate glasses and do not commingle them with the other type as they look nicer in clusters. However, make sure that they form a canopy covering the base and the bottles below. Spread the clusters out a little bit. If you notice that the containers can still be seen from the sides, given their height, arrange some ornamental ferns and dry hay on the inner edge of the basket, just above the rim. Voila! Your collage of variant flowers is ready and believe me they make for beautiful centerpieces.
Potpourri for Bath-times This craft is the easiest thing to make and it will be able to lure your young one to take a bath without much ado! You need the simplest of things for this creation. You need to have a brightly-colored and patterned organza pouch (a muslin one would also do), a colorful ribbon, and an assortment of dry herbs. Now, these herbs should be of the variety that have soothing effects on people. Check the list below to find out which ones fit your bill.
1. Now take these herbs (any number of them, depending on availability) and make your kid stash them into the organza pouch. 2. Help him/her to make a beautiful bow with the ribbon while tying up the open end of the bag. 3. Next, make him/her hang it from the shower head or a faucet in such a manner that when you turn the hot water on, it runs through the pouch, washing over the herbs. This will fill the bathroom up with the wonderful aroma of these herbs and attract your kid to enjoy his bathing sessions. Inhaling the aroma of these herbs will also soothe his body and help keep temper tantrums at bay!
Jarred Brownie Mix Here's an idea that is not only easy but very tasty as well. Yes, you can gift this to a friend on any occasion or just like that and see her smacking away her lips to glory. 1. Take a simple air-tight glass jar. Now layer the ingredients in the jar just as shown in the image. 2. Take a decorative piece of paper and write: "Mix all the ingredients in the bottle. Then add 3 beaten eggs, ⅔ a cup of vegetable oil, and a dash of vanilla extract. Blend all the ingredients well to make a uniform mixture. Now bake for 35 minutes at 350°C in a wellgreased pan". Place this instruction card on top of the walnut layer. 3.Now place the lid on the bottle. Cover it with a decorative piece of cloth and tie it up with some twisted jute strings or even ribbon swirls, if you like.
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The Stanley Foundation was founded on the “promise of tomorrow.” The saying where “one should not be afraid of tomorrow for God is already there”, is truly what touched our hearts when we think about the purpose of the Stanley Foundation. The name Stanley Foundation did not just come to us, it was not brain stormed and we did not pay for someone to come up with it. It was in our hearts, it was in our sights, and it followed us around, literally. Stanley is a Red Dapple Dachshund that we rescued in 2010, shortly after the Founder, Gloudina Robbertse, had a horrible accident, non-the-less a slip and fall accident. Although, this was a horrible time for our family, we rescued Stanley in good faith that even though we were going through a difficult time it did not mean that he had to suffer alone any longer. Let me, for a brief moment, break off and tell you a little bit about Gloudina Robbertse. The Ultimate Business women, with awards to show for it, haha, had the world at her feet. In 2009, days before Christmas, our financial stability, and our world would come crumbling down. A simple slip and fall accident, left Gloudina with a broken wrist and a fractured pelvis that would forever give her problems with everyday activities. But just when we thought it could not get worse, it did. Doctors found, with this accident, that Gloudina actually had developed a life threatening disease, Primary Biliary Cirrhosis of the Liver. A rare disease, due to a rare form of generic auto-immune disease. Although this left absolute devastation hanging heavy around the air we simply breathed, we found her accident and her diagnoses as a blessing in disguise. Without her diagnoses, without her accident that had doctors examining her, she would have died three months later. Happy and still going strong today, waiting for a liver transplant, we thank God for the miracles he had put in our lives. In 2010, Stanley came bouncing into our lives with a promise of a better future. Although at the time, we oversaw that we would not have time for him with everyone going to school and work, he took a leaping jump into Gloudina’s heart. Amazingly, this little puppy, whose life we saved, in turn saved ours. Becoming her pride and joy, her baby, her reason for a better tomorrow, Stanley proudly takes the honor of having Stanley Foundation being named after him. The Stanley Foundation is a non-profit organization and was founded to help all animals in need of medical care, a new home, and a promise for a better tomorrow. What makes us unique, is that all funding goes 100% to the animals in need, never to pay administration fees or salaries also adding that all of us are volunteers. Animals cannot speak and each and every day so many of them go through heart wrenching events, and many do not make it simply because their medical bills cannot be afforded, they have no shelter, no food and nowhere to look for help, to ask for help. Stanley Foundation gives them a voice and proudly stands behind any animal in need. Stanley has shown us that no one should be afraid of what tomorrow might bring, to never give up because that chance you do could be the chance that someone or something is there to help you through it. Stanley Foundation stands behind our promise of a better and brighter tomorrow. by Chantelle Robbertse “To all our paws out there who need our help, we Pawmis, we are here and we will never give up”
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Tomato Bredie Original recipe makes 6 servings
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"This is a traditional South African meal, and is good winter fare. Bredie is an old Cape name for a dish of meat and vegetables stewed together so that the flavors intermingle. The gravy is rich, thick and fullbodied, and is obtained by using meat with a fair amount of bone and fat, rolling it in flour and browning it before the vegetables are added. The flavor improves if left a day or two before eating. Nice with brown rice." Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3 1/2 pounds lamb or mutton breast chops, chopped into portions 2 tablespoons cake flour 1 large onion, chopped 2 1/4 pounds fresh tomatoes, chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 6 whole white peppercorns 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon white vinegar 1 dash Worcestershire sauce 1 cube beef bouillon cube 2 medium potatoes, quartered (optional) Directions 1. Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan. Dredge meat in flour, and cook in hot oil until well browned. 2. Stir in onions, and cook until onions are soft, about 5 minutes. Mix in tomatoes. 3. Season with salt, black pepper, white peppercorns, bay leaves, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and beef bouillon cube. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 1/4 hours. Stir occasionally, making sure nothing sticks on the bottom of the pot. 3. Stir in the potatoes and cook for an additional 45 minutes, until the potatoes are done and the meat is tender.
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Getting A Driver’s License In The U.S.
Obtaining a U.S. driver’s license should be a priority when moving to the U.S. as it will be needed in many situations, and will also be more handy than carrying your passport around. Because there is no national identity card in the United States, the driver’s license is often used as the de facto equivalent for completion of many common business and governmental transactions. In the United States, nearly all driver’s licenses are issued by individual states (including Washington, D.C. and territories), rather than the federal government. Drivers are normally required to obtain a license from their state of residence, and all states recognize each other’s licenses for temporary visitors subject to normal age requirements. A state may also suspend an individual’s driving privilege within its borders for traffic violations. Short-Term Visitors If you plan to drive when you visit the United States, check the driving rules in the state(s) you'll be visiting to verify that you can use your non-U.S. driver's license. You should get an International Driving Permit (IDP), which translates the information contained on your official driver's license into 10 languages. The United States does not issue International Driving Permits to foreign visitors, so you will need to obtain this document in your home country before you travel to the United States. Students If you are a foreign student coming to the United States to study, you should contact the university or college you'll be attending for information about driving. Residents (Non-U.S. Citizens) The residency requirement for obtaining a U.S. driver's license is different in each state. Check the department of motor vehicles in the state where you live to see the requirements. If you are eligible to apply for a driver's license, you can only get a driver's license from the state where you live. Check with your state's department of motor vehicles to find out how to apply. Once you receive your U.S. driver's license from a state motor vehicle department, you can drive in all U.S. states. Remember that the driving laws in each state differ and it is your responsibility to know and obey the laws of the state where you are driving.
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If Certain Foods Make You Sick, Just Take More Medicine
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Southern California by Janie Raubenheimer
As more and more South Africans come to settle in Southern California, we have to wonder just what it is that makes this region such a desired location. From the peaceful Mediterranean weather, to the endless local attractions, and luxurious shopping, there is always something to do in this the beautiful destination location. Southern California, or SoCal as it is sometimes called, is known for its mild and pleasant weather, especially the winters. Year-round outdoor activities can be enjoyed day or night on the coastal region due to the mild climate that is dominated by Mediterranean-type weather. Although if you are one of the many who prefer to enjoy playful snow days, don’t let this weather profile throw you off. Big Bear, Southern California’s own winter wonderland, is just a short drive away from most major SoCal cities. Southern California is also home to many movie studios that generally offer enjoyable tours where the public can see the sets of many popular shows or perhaps see a filming in progress. Beaches are another staple of Southern California. Whether swimming or The Getty Center people watching, beaches are a great destination in SoCal. For the thrill seekers, Southern California offers a variety of amusement parks. There are several in the region such as Disneyland, California Adventure, Magic Mountain, SeaWorld, Knott's Berry Farm, and Lego Land. Or if you feel like satisfying your cultural craving, there are several other options to choose from. Southern California has several zoos such as the large and wonderfully highly-ranked San Diego Zoo. And how could we forget to mention the famous Getty Center in Los Angeles, a museum that specializes in pre-20th century European paintings, sculptures, San Clemente Pier And decorative arts. The center sits atop a hill overlooking the beautiful city of Los Angeles. For those looking to indulge in the more luxurious of experiences, South Orange County and Hollywood features many of America’s top shopping centers carrying some of the most well- known names in the fashion industry. Regardless of where you find yourself, Southern California has something to offer every one of its unique visitors. After spending one day exploring the marvels of this magnificent region, it is not hard to see why so many South Africans choose to call Southern California their new home.
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CallidusCloud 2013 US Open Netball America Championships. This past weekend in Atlanta, Georgia – South Africans along with other netball loving nationalities came together to compete in the CallidusCloud 2013 US Open Netball America Championships. “What’s Netball?” is the usual question from Americans who are only just starting to see Netball since Netball America has been breaking through the very crowded sports market to introduce the game into schools and communities. Netball America also made some huge announcements over this exhausting and exhilarating weekend of competition. It was announced “live” by FISU in Brussels that the 2016 World University Netball Championship had been awarded to Netball America to host in the USA. This will be only the 2nd World University Netball championship held, the first and only previous Championship hosted in Cape Town South Africa in 2012. Also, the first ever International Youth Netball Tournament will be held in no other than the “Disneyland Wide World of Sports” inside Disney Orlando October 2014. Netball America was selected to Partner with Visions in Education UK - who have been working on making this event happen for the past 5 years and it will be the largest international youth tournament in the world. During this exciting event – we were also introduced to Dr.Jayne Greenberg who serves on the Presidents Council for Fitness, Sports & Nutrition. Dr Greenberg presented certificates signed by President Obama to some players who earned them by completing the Presidential Challenge Program. With Netball now achieving live broadcasting around the world, including the exciting final of the recent South African v UK series in which SA won – we are filled with anticipation as Netball in America continues to rise. We can only imagine our beloved sport being taken on by USA and producing outstanding athletes and the dream of seeing Netball achieving full program status in the Olympics. If you want to learn more about how you can be involved with these exciting events either as a volunteer or want to come and play Netball please email info@netballamerica.com There were two South African Expat teams competing in the CallidusCloud 2013 US Open Netball America Championships: A special thank you to the South African Shop in Atlanta, Cape Food & Beverage and also the Duluth Wine Beer & Spirits Super Store for sponsoring us.
SA Leopards - A Mixed Team Beatrix Purtill - Team Captain Adrian Purtill Philip van Zyl Philip van Zyl Jr. Anne-Meri van Zyl Kara Hart Lezelle Bezuidenhout - Team Manager
Cheetah Inngozi - Ladies Team Ronel Willemse - Team Captain Natasha Willemse Letetia Schutte Lilly van Wyk Hilda Dirksen Liande Heyns Marinda Coetzee Lezelle Bezuidenhout - Team Manager
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