ย ย For four long years the woman battled the demon. The demon known only as “C” violated her body, dimmed her future and messed with her mind.
She fought this demon with the strength of her army. When she was too weak to fight, too tired to resist the demon’s advances or too negative to be positive she relied on them to battle it for her. Were she the soppy type, she might be wiping her eyes on her chain mail at the moment. *Hold on I have something in my eye…
Okay, all better.
So back to the story. The woman fought this vile beast year after year. The demon would weaken, but refuse to relent. Just when she thought it may tire and leave her be, it would come back again, stronger than ever, somewhere else.
Gathering all the love she had been storing, she forged a new weapon, stronger than the demon had ever seen. She rose the blade into the air and sliced at the grotesque being until it had fallen for the last time.
In case my story telling skills blow as much as I suspect they do, let me say it more clearly.
I kicked cancer’s ass.
Diagnoses as of yesterday:
193 responses to “I have smote thine enemy”
That is the best thing I could have heard today! Love you Ionia.
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I love you, too! I now wonder….what to do with this life…
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There are squirrels and minions to rule over. Arks to build.
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Cabana boys to gather..
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Rod Stewart and Fabio are waiting. Teehee
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Too many years in the sun…those two
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True. But I’m sure we can find a couple of cuties.
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Aww…Charles and brad just got in line…
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Stud muffins
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He he he
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I’ve been missing you.
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And I you. On to universal domination we go.
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They will make movies and write books about us
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They already have us in the tabloids.
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Yeah, but that is for, uh, other things
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We blame Rod and Fab
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But it was fun
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We look damn good in the pictures
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Of course we did. I always thought you looked good wearing that in that bright yellow convertible.
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Barbie car!
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Woo hoo! Congrats young lady!
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Thank you so very much! It looks incredible to see those words…cancer free. ๐
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Reblogged this on The Ranting Papizilla and commented:
It is a celebration over at Ionia’s! Stop on by and have some cake…
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You kicked its arse indeed. It is such incredible news.
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Thank you, Julian. For being with me every step
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I will always be with you, every step of the way through the journey of our life together. I love you, eternally. I am so proud of you for being so strong.
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And I am so happy to say the words we’ve been waiting to hear!!! Cancer free! Say it with me!!!
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Shouting it from the treetops – Cancer Free. Fucking fantastic, my love.
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Just be careful. Need you around.
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I will. I have a safety rope on.
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I’ll catch you
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It is always important to have someone to catch you when you fall.
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And I’m always grateful you’re there.
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I will always catch you when you fall, as you catch me when I do.
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We are clumsy…
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That just gives us an excuse for a lot of catching
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It does, excellent point:)
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I am pretty sure, especially in my case, that not all of the falls will be accidental, if it means I get to fall into your arms more often
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You are smooth, Englishman.
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I do try my best. Well for you at least.
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Yeah we are work slackers
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Definitely. Work, not so important these days.I have gone from a workaholic to an Ioniaholic and am damn happy about it.
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Lol!
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News doesn’t really get any better than that. So, so, so happy for you!
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Thank you!!! I’m kind of doing a booty dance over here;)
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Whoop!
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Ha!!! Love it!
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Huzzah! Very happy for you and bet you’re still smiling. So, are you back on for world domination?
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I’m certainly working on it:)
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If anyone can do it, I’m sure it’s you. If need be, send wave after wave of minions at your enemies until they surrender.
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Look at lilith’s link lol
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Excellent! Was waiting for them to show up.
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Now it’s a party!
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Bring out the bananas!
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Baples!
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Congrats! ๐
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Thank you!!!
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Woo hoo! That is wonderful news – I am so happy for you!! ๐ Love and cupcakes!
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Thanks!!! We need a dancing Druid.
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You can have him dance to your heart’s content – he deserves a break!
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A break…ha!
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You go, girl!
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Thank you!!!!
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Great news!
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๐ happy dance!
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so happy to hear this Ionia… also very inspirational…
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Thanks, TJ. Doobie helped a lot;)
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a good Doobie is always helpful… ๐
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Lol…
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I’m tearing up with so much joy right now. I love to hear those words. AND to put it so awesomely to boot! โค
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Thank you!!! Now we go get pissed?
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loaded!!!
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Yay!!!!
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I am very happy to hear this! Right on, Ionia (and write on, too)!
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Wow!!! I am crying with you so we are both soppy! I could not have heard nicer words spoken. I am so thrilled ๐ Look out Disney World!!! Here she comes! yay!!! We’re going to Disney World!.
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Wonderful, happy news – congratulations!
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Thank you so much!!!
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Reblogged this on mybrandofgenius and commented:
This could not have happened to a nicer person. I am thrilled beyond belief! Read this most inspirational message.
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Woooohoooo! Best news I’ve heard in a long while.
๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐
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Thank you!!! So excited:)
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Reblogged this on Green Embers and commented:
BEST NEWS EVER!!! CONGRATULATIONS IONIA!!!! ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐
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That s such wonderful news, congratulations Ionia I am so happy for you! ๐
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Thank you, Dom! I’m thrilled!!’
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Reblogged this on Legends of Windemere and commented:
Victory for The Squirrel Queen! All joking aside, big congrats to Ionia for beating the Big C.
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What else is there to say but CONGRATS!? That is amazing!! ๐
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Thank you! I’m at a loss for words today as well:)
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Woo hoo! (Sound of corks popping across the blogosphere!)
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Wooooo!!!!
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Reblogged this on Year 'Round Thanksgiving Project and commented:
This could not be better news – now we can talk about world domination ๐
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Reblogged this on Dean'z Doodlez.
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Wow…you just beat cancer. That is more than a miracle. That runs along the lines of destiny.
“Ionia walked up to Father Time with an empty bowl. Looking at her scuffed shoes, she asked In a small timid voice “Sir, may I have some more sir?” She raised the bowl above her head. Father Time looked at the empty bowl, then looked at the small, strong girl. “You can have as much as you can handle dear child” he said. He filled her empty bowl with fresh, hot life. She smiled at Father Time and dug in….
Congrats
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Awe! That was lovely!!!
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For you dear lady…
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๐ so happy you have joined our group.
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Thx. It’s fun!
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Many, many congratulations!! That’s fantastic news. Really well done.
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I am sooo happy for you. I cannot quite find the right words to say – except i ditto all of the comments above and would like to multiply them by a million, gazillion, trillion, bazillion.
Now, it is time to take over the world and get into squirrel wrestling shape:) Uh, you better drop and give me 20!
love always, kimberly xxx
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Lol! Only twenty? Piece of cupcake!
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okay then – rock on – 50!
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Congratulations!
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Thank you:)
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Something to truly CELEBRATE!!! I’m so happy for you Ionia:-) You kick some serious ass!!! Love, blessings and great gratitude – Harula xxxxxxxxx
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Thank you, Harula! I am beside myself with joy:)
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Truly the best news I could ever hope to hear!! Kudos to you, my queen, for your most valiant fight and hard-won victory! Your minions stand at the ready to resume world domination. But let’s party first ๐
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I agree, we should party!!!! โค
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We can probably get John to make margaritas ๐
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Oooh! I like it. I want cinnamon rolls too.
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I’m sure that can be arranged. What Ionia wants, Ionia gets ๐
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Reblogged this on 1WriteWay and commented:
Best news ever … Ionia beats the Big C!
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Wow, I don’t even know you well, and I’m so happy for you that I’m crying! Congratulations on your hard-won victory, brave lady. You are amazing.
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That means so much to me, thank you. I’ve done a lot of crying this morning:)
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I bet! It must be completely overwhelming. โค
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Yes!!!!! Yah!!!! Go Ionia!!! I’m so happy! This is awesome! Best post EVER! Love you, my sister!
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I love you too, Bri!
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Reblogged this on Fiction Favorites and commented:
Great news about one of the best people on WordPress (or even the Earth for that matter. Cause for celebration!!!!!
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[…] a happier note,ย check this out. Even if you don’t know Ionia (and you really should), this is amazing news. […]
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Reblogged this on Amanda's Words / starfire8me and commented:
THAT IS A GREAT THING TO CONQUER!!!
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Thank you so very much!
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YOU ARE WELCOME IONIA!!
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I saw HelenValentina mention you before you went for treatment. I am so so so happy for you!! I have tears in my eyes! It is such awesome news!! Big hugs!! Skye
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Thank you so much! Tears have been very prominent this morning and you just caused a few more;)
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I will continue praying for you! I feel so happy inside for you. I am sitting here grinning from ear to ear. Too often, it is bad news. Continued blessings and health to you!!
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WOW and congrats to you, powerful woman!
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Thank you:)
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I am so happy for you!
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Yayayayay!!! It’s 6am in my world right now and this is such fantastic news the day ahead can do whatever it likes I will be completely happy – well done Ionia!!! Wonderful, wonderful news!!! ๐ ๐
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Thank you! That comment will carry me for the rest of the day!:)
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Reblogged this on helenvalentina and commented:
Yayayayay!!! Had to share this wonderful news!!! ๐ ๐
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Reblogged this on The D/A Dialogues and commented:
Some of the best news I’ve heard all day – and the Druid is doing a dance, just for you, Ionia!
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I am so relieved! I am sending a warm embrace as you continue to journey to wellness. My inspiration! MY HOPE! Much love to you, so very much! xoxo Belinda
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How are you doing?
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Truthfully, it’s been really tough, but if you can fight (inspiration) then I can too (determination). You’re a gift. xoxo
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I lit a unity candle for you last night. I believe that your beautiful spirit and that light you shine on all of us is going to carry you past all this darkness. Love you much.
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I don’t believe I’ve had a dry eye since I have made so many friendships here. Thank you for lighting that candle…light at the end of the tunnel, xo Love you much too.
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I posted a gift for you. You are loved; likely beyond what you are aware. You are a light,,a source of inspiration and I admire you. xo
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I shall go look:) I’m gonna cry some more? I betcha.
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xo, only happy tears.
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(I swear WP hates me, this is the third time making this comment)
I am so very very happy to hear this!! Happy for you and proud of you! Love you!!
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Wp hates me too. My comments keep going to spam:( I love you too!!!! Thank you:)
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Late to the party, as usual, but I have a feeling this party will be epic…plenty of time for another shot of scotch and to hold you in my virtual arms…long, sisterly hug…so happy for you. I.V. Poley sends his best, but says the breakup is permanent.
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I thought of him this morning. I hope he is as good to the next person as he was to me. ๐ scotch indeed.
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Reblogged this on Melissa Janda – A Time to Write and commented:
Have you heard the awesome news? The Queen of the Blogosphere, Ionia Martin, has conquered cancer! She is CANCER FREE! Woo-hoo! BEST DAY EVAH! Congratulations Ionia! So happy for you!
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Woo-hoo, St. Georg(ina)! I’m so very happy for you!
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Now if I could just make up for all the posts I missed;)
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Way to go girl, fab news, love from another ass kicker ๐
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Us kickers gotta stick together!
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YAYYYY!!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations, what wonderful news. So very, very happy for you!
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