I just heard a poll on the radio the other day
Posted By: trose on 2007-09-24
In Reply to: Oh you're kidding! Blazing Saddles is one of the funniest movies - of all time!!!
that said Blazing Saddles was the all time #1 guy movie. When Harry met Sally won for all time #1 chick flick. I liked B-S when I was younger but don't think I would want to sit through it now.
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They are going up. I heard that this morning on the radio. sm
And it is not from any war or speculation. Well, not this time anyway.
Evidentally all the oil rigs in the Gulf of Mexico closed down production and everybody went home because of Ike coming onshore this weekend. Right now gas on the west side of Michigan is 3.88, but they said it will probably go up approximately 50-75 cents a gallon. It hasn't happened yet, but then it is only 12:30 in the afternoon here.
I just heard it on the radio this morning too. nm
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Well, I saw on MSNBC and heard on the radio today that sm
the Grammy's had one of the lowest ratings ever since they began. It said that they are totally out of touch with main-stream America and that the Grammy's doesn't represent most Americans. I thought the Grammy's were a joke, to be honest. It's ridiculous. They are so out of touch with reality it isn't even funny. No one can relate to any of the stars - they can just look up to them and say things like, "Oh wow! I wish I looked like that in short black shorts and had fake blonde hair with a wonderful voice!" Only in my dreams (Carrie Underwood). and the list goes on.
No, I am not jealous. I could really care less. My point I am making is that it's not reality. It's just about who is wearing what, who won what, and it's not even what anyone except Hollywood even cares about. They shouldn't even showcase the Grammy's but show it local in CA and NY, because it's all for them anyway.
I've been running around all day - heard a bit on the radio, but 9 DEAD? Oh goodness. Lord,
help those families right now, God. And that entire city. I used to live there. Can't recall that mall, though. I used to go to 2. If anyone is in that area, I used to live in Bellevue (the Air Force Base there). Where was this mall in Omaha? thanks for any info.
Radio DJ...
Radio here said the first ones sent out were
ones to people that electronically filed. Paper filing would take longer.
I've heard of tops and also heard it is a good group.
Have you tried Radio Shack?
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Which one? The lawyer or radio DJ..nm
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I leave the radio on for them
We go away about once a month for a few days to visit my husband's mother who lives out of state, about a 4 hour drive away, and I always leave the radio on for our 3 cats just to sort of keep them company.
did you try Radio Shack? nm
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Morning Radio
In the U.S., this is the most stolen over the counter medication. Name it. 
The talk radio guy she is referring to
is very adamant about telling people to do their own research before making up their mind about anything. He does his show mostly for entertainment purposes - he is certainly not saying that everything that comes out of his mouth is gospel. He has his show so he can give his opinion - what the heck would he talk about for hours if he did not talk about his opinion?
But that's just my opinion, lol.
He made some kind of radio ...
for years, and he had cancer himself. He was retired and went to retirement place and couldn't sleep and he got up and started working on it. He thought that if you could get those small metal particles to inject them in person, and put the radio waves to them, then they could eat up the cancer. I thought it made sense, but didn't catch it all.
Love=dysfunction on the radio
Its not just the dating services. Did you ever notice how most popular songs are full of needy, dysfunctional phrases like "I'm nothing without you", "you give my life meaning", "I've been paralyzed and depressed since you left me", "I just can't let you go", etc. Then we wonder why so many people turn into stalkers and restraining orders are needed when both people don't feel the same way.
On 1 Atlanta radio station this morning...sm
they were begging listeners that if anyone out there actually voted for this guy to please call them and explain why. They couldn't get anyone to call in other than folks saying that they are wondering if people are voting for this kid to annoy Simon.
Like him too, he is the main reason I got Sirius radio....
my husband doesn't like him, but does not have to listen. I too like the fact that he is not PC, and when he has on something I don't like, I change the station, that simple.
Cool! He sounds like a radio trying to tune in
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I think it's a crock. Either talk radio or nasty
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Not sure if you all know who Rick and Bubba are of morning radio but sm
there's been a terrible tragedy and you can read about it here. Please pray for the family. Thanks!
http://www.rickandbubba.com/
And TV or radio dont mention fog 2 miles away?
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One year 2 of our local radio stations, a
hard rock and the country music stations, switched studios and were broadcasting on each other's frequencies.
I miss free XM radio on AOL, but figured that
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Here's a new poll for ya...
Let's get down to the nitty gritty and be honest....Bras or no bras while working from home....javascript:editor_insertHTML('text','');
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Can I do a little poll
For those of you who have been so unfortunate to go through an M/C or a termination, could you tell me how long it took to get a period after the M/C or termination, and also how far along you were in that pregnancy?
Just curious here. The doctor said 4-6 weeks, and I'm really hoping my body will cooperate!
to poll
Why didn't you give your opinion of Europeans?
BTW, most of us have European ancestors. That's a no brainer.
And it did look like you were picking a fight. I'm glad no one fell for it.
Radio show host Mike Gallagher...
offered them airtime on his show if they would call off the protest for the VT person's funeral and they agreed. The article I read said this radio host did the same thing when he heard they were going to protest the Amish school shooting funeral. All this Phelps retard wants is to get his "message" out there and so I guess he's going to use the radio to do it now, instead of the funeral.
I was 18 and driving my Mustang on Main St. listening to the radio.
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These things called batteries...they power your radio. nm
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It's been on the radio. Apparently the main source is TMZ, nothing official yet. nm
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Pet owner poll: sm
Do any of you feel that the monthly one-spot flea and tick preventions are hazardous to your pets' health?
Between my best friend and me, we had 6 dogs. Since June, 3 of them developed cancers, 2 of whom died. The common denominator is Frontline. Her dog was only 4, and my 2 were 10 and 8. Her dog had a leiomyosarcoma. Mine had squamous cell sarcoma and the other had undifferentiated giant cell sarcoma. We both live in Florida where fleas and ticks can be a big problem.
Two other friends claim they don't give their dogs these preventatives because they were told they were poisonous to dogs, the advice coming from holistic vets.
What are your thoughts and experiences, and where do you live?
Thanks.
Poll: How many of you have a My Space?
I do.
Ok, lets take a poll, how many out there
EVER saw any evidence prior to today of her shaking, trembling, picking at bugs in the air, whatever -NEVER. Let her get some medical help through the court system.
I do Harris Poll
They give you points for surveys and you can spend them on whatever you want. I've gotten a weed whacker and a walkman...I think a couple other things as well.
Poll questions...
1. What ages are your kids?
13 and 8 (boy/girl).
2. Do they have their own cell phone?
13-year-old just got cell phone last September. 8-year-old does not have one. He's been responsible with the cell phone, and I like him having it in case I need him right away as he skateboards a lot outside with his friends in the neighborhood.
3. Do they have their own TV and or computer in their room? If so, are there set hours they're allowed to use these: Both of my children have TVs in their room. They watch it mostly in the evening hours when they are settling down for bed. The computer they use is centrally based and my husband mainly monitors that one with the parental controls.
4. Do they receive an allowance? If so, are they required to do chores to receive this?
They do not get a regular allowance. I'm fortunate in that they really don't ask for much as they get what they want for their birthday or Christmas. However, I will on occasion get them something special if we are out and about "doing my deliveries" and they are with me. My son has to take care of the trash throughout the house twice a week. My daughter has no chores. I want them to focus on school and just being kids. I was made to do chores from the time I was 5 due to my mother's legs (she had severe arthritis), and I was not always allowed to go places for this reason. I figure in due time they'll have their own homes. They watch me and will help if asked, but have no specific chores to do.
Poll answers
1. What ages are your kids?
15 and 7 (girls)
2. Do they have their own cell phone?
15-year-old does, 7-year-old no.
3. Do they have their own TV and or computer in their room? If so, are there set hours they're allowed to use these:
Neither one has a TV in their room. They share a computer that is located in a place where we can monitor them. They ask permission before getting on and are usually allowed to be on for no longer than hour. Homework has to be finished first though.
4. Do they receive an allowance? If so, are they required to do chores to receive this?
Yes both receive monthly allowances. Yes, they have chores they must do to earn their allowance.
Oldest daughter (15) gets $100 a month, 10% goes to church and 10% goes to savings. The rest is hers to budget for lunch, entertainment, and clothes.
Youngest daughter (7) gets $10. Same deal as the older one -- 10% goes to church and 10% goes into savings. What is left is hers to spend (usually a Webkinz or will save up for a new Nintendo DS game).
Answers to poll
Favorite job: Being a staff writer on a weekly newspaper in Princeton, NJ. Did not pay well, but I got enough to live and have pocket money, pay rent, etc. Got to meet a lot of interesting people and interview. My stories ran in the paper, and my job was very flexible, I was single and worked all kinds of hours. Those days I actually lived a dream because I was not in it for money. Or, I should say I made enough to be happy and my job made me happy too.
Worst job was when I was an artist painting faces at Disney in Florida. I thought it would be great. It was the hardest job I ever had. I only lasted 1 day and worked 12 hours and did not even get paid because I was a temp and I did not return after the 1 day. It was a million degrees outside, it seemed (I just moved to Fla from up north), and I never sat down or even had a glass of water in all those hours. I had to smile 110% of the time (that is actually a rule at Disney, you could get in trouble for frowning), and the tourists always wanted more (I know they paid for it, but the line was really long and I only was allowed to spend so much time on each person). This was indeed a dream job, but truly the most difficult job I ever had, and therefore my least favorite.
It's the Thursday Fun-Poll !!!! YAY!
 Let's see how alike or different we all are!
Chronological Age: 55
Physical Age: 30
Emotional Age: 12
What State: CA
How you like being an MT: Eh, it's [barely] a living.
What you like/dislike about it: I like to type, but I hate being poor.
Favorite Food: Hamburgers.
Favorite Spectator Sport(s): Figure skating.
Most fun you ever had in your life: Exploring London & Oslo on foot.
One of your worst experiences: Breaking my leg at the top of the mountain while skiing, and having to hop all the way down on one leg because the ski-patrol blew right by me, and didn't even stop to help.
Funniest experience: Getting my fanny-pack caught in a chairlift seat at Squaw Valley, and going clear around the bullwheel before the stoned-out liftie realized what was wrong. Then, mortified, having to jump 6 or 8 feet to the ground while the liftie & others laughed. (Find paper bag. Cover head with it. Ski away fast!)
Best pet you ever had: A dog-pound dog I adopted in 1973. She was my sidekick for 4 years, before getting killed by a car. She understood English, so you had to s-p-e-l-l some things in her presence. She was psychic - always knew what I was thinking. She went everywhere with me: Hikes, horseback rides, long car trips, motels, other people's houses, the Renaissance Faire, art shows, concerts, etc. My mom considered her to be my sister.
Funnest job you ever had: I was a temp for Kelly Girl, and got to work for 2 weeks at an architect's firm located high in the mountains above Malibu Beach. Lots of young, cute guys worked there. Every day at lunch, we all changed into shorts, set up a volleyball court in the parking lot, and played volleyball for an hour!
Weirdest job you ever had: Worked (also as s temp) at a toilet-factory in Van Nuys. The people there were all so high-drama about that place, that I had to stifle giggles more than a few times. I also used to do saddle-repairs and bridle-making. Also got paid to drive motor homes for people who were scared to drive them.
When you win the Big Lottery, you will: Quit my job! (duh...) Buy a small house somewhere, maybe up in Lake Tahoe, preferably with a tennis court in the back. Will remove the net, and turn it into a private roller rink. Will make it "flood-able" for winter, so I can ice-skate in my own backyard. Will maybe get a pet chinchilla. Will travel frequently, especially back to London. Will own a season pass to not one, but several ski areas. Will become more involved in animal rescue.
Your favorite musical group(s): Pussycat Dolls (various); Sundogs (swamp-rock boogie); Red Elvises (Siberian surf-rock); Trans-Siberian Orchestra (orchestral rock); Michael Franti & Spearhead (various, reggae, etc.); Grateful Dead (various).
Latest pet peeve: Obnoxious skateboarders.
Favorite News Anchor: Brian Williams. (What a cutie!)
Favorite past Sat. Nite Live comedian: Gilda Radner
Favorite current Sat. Nite Live comedian: Kristin Whig... (her "Penelope" character has me ROTFL.)
Favorite Sports Hero(s): Apollo Anton Ono (short-track speed skater), Johnny Mosely (freestyle skier), Peggy Fleming (ice skater), and Joe Montana (and I don't even like football!)
Most disliked sports figure(s): Barry Bonds, and all those other 'roid junkies. OJ Simpson is no prize, either.
I cook / don't cook because: If God had intended for me to cook, I would've been born with Teflon hands.
What you would replace in your house: My fridge. It's OLD. The freezer is not frost-free, and this most recent time I defrosted it, it had gotten SO small inside, that only 2 Swanson chicken pot-pies would fit in it.
Who did you look up to as a kid or teenager? One of my horseback-riding instructors. Not only taught us kids how to ride, but she also took groups of us on field trips to places like the Art Museum, the Ballet, historial spots in the city, movies, miniature golf, concerts, the 4th of July fireworks, etc. She practically raised some of us.
Did you pass the 1st time you took your driver's test? No. I forgot to look over my left shoulder when changing lanes, and he flunked me for that. I was sooooo embarrassed, I didn't go back to re-take it for several months!
Do you text when you drive? Haha.... I can't even text when I'm sitting in the living room! Them little buttons is 'way too small for me........
What you hope to see in your lifetime: Solar-powered EVERYTHING... houses, cars, even airplanes. (yeah, right...) Switzerland. Mount St. Helens. Paris. Another Olympic in-person. (Went to summer 1984 in Los Angeles... it was just TOO much fun!) The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in person. Death Valley. Burning Man. Australia & New Zealand. Spain. Ireland. A tornado (from a safe distance). And....! MT becoming a good-paying job again someday.
Worst pain you ever felt: A couple of real doozer, 3-day migraines. Yes, those were even worse than my broken leg!
How you treat a really bad mood: I avoid other people if possible. Stay inside all day and watch lots of daytime "trash-TV" shows. Buy a gallon of chocolate-chip-cookie-dough ice cream, and polish that puppy off in one sitting. Spew a little on Craigslist's "Rants & Raves" board. Bake a few million cookies. Go for a very long drive, hike, skate, or bike ride. And....double up on the Prozac
Favorite gemstone: Amethyst
Favorite color(s): Purple
Favorite domestic animal: Horses, cats
Favorite wild animal: Mountain Lions
Happy Flyer, or White-Knuckler? Happy mid-flight, white-knuckler on takeoffs/landings.
Phobias: Bees, especially killer-bees. Large numbers of any type of bug. Sharks and jellyfish. Sometimes seaweed.
"I would rather die than eat a - :" Tomato.
A friend or relative who passed away 20+ years ago gets to come back and visit you for a day:
You would be proudest to show them: The view from where I'm living.
They would be most shocked by: The attacks on 9/11.
They would be most amazed/intrigued by: The Internet.
They would be most dumbfounded by: The near-collapse of Wall Street, & the imminent collapse of the American automobile industry.
The activity you would most like to do together: Go skiing!
This person was: My dad.
Poll: How broke are you?
Last payday, I would have needed $200 to pay all my bills and then be broke. Payday is three days away. Here's my tally: Cash on hand: 48 cents. Checking: $3.58. Savings: 4 cents. Woohoo. Hatin' it.
Sure am glad this forced me to stop the cigarettes -- 18 days smoke free now.
Timex Clock Radio with Nature Sounds - Target NM
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podcasts are like radio shows that you can carry with you and listen to at any time.
You can find them easily on iTunes. There's a link to their podcasts somewhere on the left side of the page. You can search podcasts for subjects that interest you. There are also video podcasts, if you have a video iPod. One of my favorites is The Rest of Everest. It's a weekly video show about climbing Mt. Everest.
You can also listen to podcasts right on your computer, so you don't need to download to your iPod, but it's nice to do that. There are podcasts about every topic you can imagine! Search "crafts", and you'll find something. There are lots of travel podcasts, sports, business, you name it. Some are very highly produced, others are kind of basic. Some are put out by professional broadcasting companies, too. PBS puts out tons, and I like to listen to Garrison Keillor's "News From Lake Wobegon" every week, too.
That's probably more than you needed to know!
Poll time ....do you exercise? sm
I make sure that I walk at least 1 mile 3 times a week. It's not as much as I should exercise but it beats nothing. What about you?
Fun poll: What's for dinner tonight? sm
I know, I know, it's early but I tend to think about it early. Last night I was in a rush. I had one of those Hormel pork tenderloin rolls out to thaw. You can get them at the store for about 6-7 bucks. Different flavors, lemon and garlic, teriyaki, mesquite, etc. I had the teriyaki one. I cooked it different this time though. I wrapped it real tight in foil. Then, in one of those throw away foil pans, I put in 2 packages of hash browns, 2 sticks of butter and seasoned it with Mrs. Dash and covered it real tight with foil, too. Then, I took some left over carrots and some stewed Italian tomatoes and put them in foil and wrapped it real tight. Then, I took the whole shebang and put it on the grill and cooked it all on medium to high with the lid closed, turning the potatoes frequently. It was ready in 45 minutes. We sat down to eat. There were 3 of us, me, hubby and boy wonder #3. We thought we died and went to heaven. First time in ages the whole meal went in one shot. Gosh, it was so good. Tonight were going to have a turkey breast on the grill. Can't wait......  
Orange tabby poll
I have had a couple of orange tabbies that were male also. Hmmm ... others out there?
Fun Poll: Worst/Most Interesting Job You Ever Had
This is a question I ask people often in conversation.
One of the worst jobs I ever had was when I was 16 working as a nurses aid at a nursing home. Back then, in 1980, minimum wage was $2.85, but since I was working thru my high school for work experience credits, they could pay us .50 less an hour, thus $2.35 an hour. When a patient would die, I would have to ready the patient for transport to the morgue. So, I used to wash dead bodies for $2.35 an hour. Only one of the layer's of my odd personality...
One of my favorite jobs was when I was 19 and worked as a cab driver. Now that was fun; like knowing the true pulse of the city, where everything was happening and what was going on. Many stories go along with that, helping a lady of the night trick clients, a fumbled robbery attempt where I ended up with the crook's wallet instead after beating him with a tire iron --- now that was a truly interesting era in my work career...
Celebrating Christmas Poll
Do you celebrate Christmas because...
=> Its a Christian holiday about the birth of Jesus.
=> The commercial aspects with Santa and presents.
=> You enjoy tree, decorations, lights, music, food and all such things
=> Other reasons, please explain ???
My poll answers -- thanks, this was great!!
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Amazing how many similarities here!!
Chronological Age: 50
Physical Age: 35
Emotional Age: 50 (lovin' it!!)
What State: GA
How you like being an MT: Love it, except for the money (lack thereof!).
What you like/dislike about it: Never boring/most of the time I feel like I know more than the "professionals".
Favorite Food: PIZZA (anytime, anywhere!).
Favorite Spectator Sport(s): Football.
Most fun you ever had in your life: Riding rollercoasters with my kids!! Traveling all over and meeting people.
One of your worst experiences: When my dad died suddenly and I didn't get to say good-bye.
Funniest experience: Many years ago, I went out drinking with a friend after work and we got a little too intoxicated, and she wanted me to drop her off at her sister's house. She gave me what I thought were directions to her sister's house, and when we got there, I asked her if I could go to the bathroom. She seemingly knew where to go, showed me the bathroom, and when I came out, there were 2 people standing there in their pajamas wide-eyed staring at me. About this time I saw my car backing down the driveway, so I ran out the door and jumped into the moving car, and my friend said, "That's not my sister's house!!"
Best pet you ever had: My Siamese cat, Sasha. He was my animal soul mate. He was the best judge of people -- if he didn't like them, I learned to steer clear.
Funnest job you ever had: Cheerleading instructor for PeeWee football cheerleaders.
Weirdest job you ever had: Hand delivering flyers door to door, placing them on mailboxes -- I ended up with so many scratches on my car from getting a little too close!!
When you win the Big Lottery, you will: QUIT MY JOB! Donate at least 25% to charity. Spoil all my friends and family, buy a huge piece of property in the mountains of Virginia, and be totally self sufficient, live off the grid, and invest like crazy!
Your favorite musical group(s): Old 97's, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Michelle Shocked, Jack Johnson, Maroon 5, Rage Against the Machine
Latest pet peeve: People that text me instead of picking up the phone and calling.
Favorite News Anchor: Rachel Maddow (does that count?)
Favorite past Sat. Nite Live comedian: Will Farrell.
Favorite current Sat. Nite Live comedian: Amy Pohler.
Favorite Sports Hero(s): John Riggins, Joe Gibbs (Redskins coach)
Most disliked sports figure(s): John Elway (met him once, what a jerk!). Michael Vick (what a jerk!)
I cook / don't cook because: I love to cook; it's one of my God-given talents!!
What you would replace in your house: I want to pull up every piece of carpet (yuck!) and replace it with bamboo floors.
Who did you look up to as a kid or teenager? My dad -- one of the best men that ever walked the Earth!! And my great aunt, Minnie.
Did you pass the 1st time you took your driver's test? Oh, yes, I had lots of practice in the field behind my house!!
Do you text when you drive? Heck, I can't text when I'm NOT driving!! (just haven't got the knack).
What you hope to see in your lifetime: Gotta agree with you on this one -- solar or wind-powered everything!!! I know this is corny, but I would truly love to see a more peaceful and harmonius world.
Worst pain you ever felt: I was burned 22% of my body.
How you treat a really bad mood: I, too, avoid people as much as possible. I throw myself a pitty party, get over it, and move on.
Favorite gemstone: I love them all, since it is one my hobbies and I collect them, but if I had to say . . . . moonstone -- it's one of my birthstones.
Favorite color(s): Blue, olive green, all shades of gray.
Favorite domestic animal: Cats, horses,also.
Favorite wild animal: Whales and dolphins.
Happy Flyer, or White-Knuckler? White knuckler all the way (I'm a 2-martini flyer)
Phobias: Open heights.
"I would rather die than eat a - : Love steamed oysters, but could never eat one raw (like a big booger!).
A friend or relative who passed away 20+ years ago gets to come back and visit you for a day:
You would be proudest to show them: To see what great people my kids turned into.
They would be most shocked by: About having a black president (he would have loved it, though!).
They would be most amazed/intrigued by: The Internet. (ditto on this one)
They would be most dumbfounded by: The near-collapse of Wall Street, & the imminent collapse of the American automobile industry. (same here)
The activity you would most like to do together: Pitch baseball in the backyard like we used to!
This person was: My dad. (wow) |
Poll: Do you feel hopeful about
the future of our economy?
Poll: Summer vacation
 Our backyard!
Poll time... if your 15-year-old daughter....sm
has a paper due at school that was assigned a week ago, she procrastinated and didn't start writing it until the afternoon before the due date and didn't type it up until 11 p.m. at night, then knocked on your door to wake you up because she realized there was no printer printer would you:
A. Get dressed and go to the 24-hour Wal-Mart to get paper.
B. Tell her that it's too bad- she should have done her paper sooner than this and alerted you before 11 p.m. that there was no printer paper - especially when she has gone through a whole ream within a month printing out things like rock band and television star photos and other nonessential things.
(For the record - my husband & I did option B to help her learn a "life lesson" last night - she'll get a reduced grade for turning in the paper late but hopefully she'll learn to stop procrastinating on her school work - which is a chronic problem with her - even with her getting A's and B's.)
Dancing with the Stars poll: Who is gonna win??
I vote for Apolo!!!
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