Heavy Head
Posted on July 25, 2008 - Filed Under "la lang"
I woke up this morning feeling awful. I had a terrible headache. Yesterday my nape/neck hurt so bad. I am wondering now if I have hypertension. Or am I anemic? They say that both have the same symptoms, so that kept me thinking, is it anemia or hypertension. Dad’s side is hypertensive, Mom’s side is anemic, I hope I was in between. I think I am until yesterday and today. Boo, I worry too much. It’s probably lack of sleep that’s why I feel this way. But I have been sleeping really early, say 12 midnight, yeah that’s early to me since I normally sleep at 2 am the earliest. Ah I don’t know what to think anymore. I’ll just have myself checked by the doctor, then probably have blood chemistry. Ok, time to hit the sack. It’s 12:52 am. See you all in the morning! Good Night!
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Cord Blood: Helps Fight Serious Diseases
Posted on July 24, 2008 - Filed Under science, cord blood, diseases, medicine
This is not the first time I’ve heard about this. I first heard it from the hubs who read somewhere that the Cord Blood or what you call the umbilical cord blood is a rich source of stem cells. It was actually discovered by one scientist. Cord blood has substituted the bone marrow in many successful transplants. Now a lot of people realize The Value of Cord Blood. Come to think of it, cord blood stem cells are easily extracted giving no risk and pain both for the mother and the baby compared to bone marrow collection which is kinda complicated. Studies have shown that the body often accepts cord blood stem cells than those found in the bone marrow in fact it has already saved thousands of lives.
Treating Diseases with Stem Cells has become successful. It has already been used to treat more than 70 diseases like anemia, leukemia, inherited metabolic disorders to name a few. No wonder people now see the importance of banking cord blood. Mothers usually keep in touch with Cryo-Cell before the delivery since cord blood is collected after the baby’s birth.
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Let’s Talk About Food
Posted on July 23, 2008 - Filed Under question and answer, food
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1. Chicken sa McDo, Jollibee, or KFC?
All three, there are certain times that we (kids included) just crave for it.
2. Pepsi, Coke, or rootbeer?
I prefer Coke, but as much as possible I don’t want to drink soda.
3. Greenwich, Pizza Hut, or Yellow Cab?
Yellow Cab, I love their flavors and how they do their pizza. When we are not in the mood for popcorns, this is what we bring to the cinema.
4. Adobo, sinigang, or nilaga?
Adobo, I want it dry with lots of oil. I put the oil on my rice with knorr seasoning or Kikkoman, yum!
5. Beef, pork, or chicken?
Chicken, my very own version of the chicken inasal, with my version of garlic rice too.
6. Starbucks, Coffee bean and tea leaf, or Gloria Jean’s?
Starbucks, I used to have caramel machiatto everyday, but now I enjoy Nescafe 3-in-1.
7. Cornflakes, Honey Stars, or Milo cereal?
Sorry I don’t eat breakie, so none of the above.
8. Goldilocks or Red Ribbon?
Hhhmmm, not a sweet tooth, I don’t like cakes or pastries.
9. Tokyo Tokyo, Teriyaki Boy or Rai Rai Ken?
Teriyaki Boy, this is our (me and ate Marie) favorite Japanese Restaurant
10. Take Out or Dine In?
Dine in especially if the place we go to has a very nice ambiance.
1. Chicken sa McDo, Jollibee, or KFC?
- KFC, I’ll probably be going there this afternoon with hubby
2. Pepsi, Coke, or rootbeer?
- Nothing. I don’t drink cola
3. Greenwich, Pizza Hut, or Yellow Cab?
- Pizza Hut. I just love their pizzas
4. Adobo, sinigang, or nilaga?
- Adobo, my number 1 favorite
5. Beef, pork, or chicken?
- Skinless chicken
6. Starbucks, Coffee bean and tea leaf, or Gloria Jean’s?
- Starbucks
7. Cornflakes, Honey Stars, or Milo cereal?
- Cornflakes
8. Goldilocks or Red Ribbon?
- Red Ribbon
9. Tokyo Tokyo, Teriyaki Boy or Rai Rai Ken?
- hmmmm Rai Rai Ken
10. Take Out or Dine In?
- Dine In. I prepare to eat my foods at home.
For my friends who do not live in the Philippines, you might wonder about some of the choices. It’s either filipino food or filipino fastfood chain or filipino restaurants. Wish you can have a taste of all these one day so you can make your own choices too.
If you want to share with your readers your own choices, go ahead and grab it, be my guest.
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Carpal Tunnel Relief
Posted on July 23, 2008 - Filed Under carpal tunnel, computer, info
Do you sometimes experience a frequent burning, tingling or numbness in the palm? Those signs point to you having the carpal tunnel syndrome. This happens when the median nerve is compressed at the wrist. And how does this happen you may ask? If you are one person who does repetitive activities which involves your hands, say typing in your keyboards, or sewing or even cleaning, tendency is you get CTS. Oh before I forget to mention, did you know that women are more likely to develop carpal tunnel syndrome than men? The reason for this is due to the fact that the carpal tunnel of women is a lot smaller.
Here’s a carpal tunnel relief I want to share with you all, especially to those who are fond of blogging or using the computer for that matter. Using the SmartGlove will help prevent or relieve you of wrist pain. Whether you have CTS, arthritis or tendonitis this product is for you since it will help with proper hand and wrist position. Just to let you know, all products were designed by an orthopedic surgeon. You should also see their orthopedic and ergonomic products. You might find something that can help you with pains and aches you are suffering from.
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Apple Bottom Not!
Posted on July 23, 2008 - Filed Under clothing, jeans, fashion
Apple bottom jeans, boots with a par fur (personal joke between my daughter and me) not! Those jeans are not for apple bottoms, but for bulging tummy, lol. Really, I read somewhere that people with bulging tummy should wear jeans with a diagonal front pocket. Why? I don’t know really, maybe to distract people from seeing the unwanted bulges? Probably those diagonal pockets weigh down the fats in the tummy area? I think it’s true, I own those two pairs, and whenever I wear them seems like I have a flat tummy. Oh well, I should be buying more of that diagonal front pocket thingy.
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Clothes for the Savvy Consumers
Posted on July 23, 2008 - Filed Under chic, apparel, clothes, fashion
Have you heard about Rocawear? When I first saw their collection, I was like this are the clothes I want to wear. It’s chic and classy, and the colors, my oh my, it’s lovely. I was browsing the women’s collection and I found a lot of items that I really liked. I wish I had lots of money to spend on shopping. You should check on their handbags too, everything is pretty and impressive. You know, the likes being carried by Hollywood stars. Really I’m not kidding, you know me, I am always in the lookout for pretty stuff. Rocawear is for everyone. If you need to buy a gift for someone special, say your husband, son or daughter, you can always find something for them at that shop. Happy shopping!
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A perfect Shoe for a Perfect Dress
Posted on July 23, 2008 - Filed Under cocktail dress, shoes, fashion
I found the perfect cocktail dress that will go with this pair of strappy sandals I bought 3 weeks ago. Isn’t it pretty? Would you believe that pair was sold at 70 percent off? Lucky me! It’s made in Italy which I bought at Linea Italia. I really love that shop since they always go on sale. You can always find durable yet very affordable pairs of shoes there. I still haven’t worn that pair yet since I am not going anywhere, lol. We have a coverage on the 8th of August, I’ll probably wear it, but not with the perfect dress since I haven’t been to my couturier yet.
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Benefits of Support Stockings
Posted on July 23, 2008 - Filed Under support stockings, info
When I used to work in a bank, I made it a point to always use support stockings. I was told by my sister to use one since I was up on the feet the whole time. I actually saw the difference between wearing an ordinary one and a support stockings. I feel less pain in the muscles whenever I wear a support stockings. Little did I know that wearing support stockings help prevent pulmonary embolism. Pulmonary embolism is a blood clot that forms in a vein (deep vein in the leg) which travels in our bloodstream to our lungs. This results to a harder pumping of the heart and it causes the heart and the lungs to fail. To avoid all this, the use of TED Stockings which is clinically proven is highly recommended.
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Treadmill and DVD
Posted on July 23, 2008 - Filed Under exercise, treadmill, fitness, Belly Dancing
I decided to be really serious when it comes to my workout. I’ve been really lazy lately, well except for my twice a week belly dancing class which I look forward to. But I feel that it’s still lacking. I need to exercise (cardio) more. The treadmill is just sitting in the corner of the house unused. Yesterday I walked for about 30 minutes at a speed of 2.7. I couldn’t go any faster since I was watching a belly dancing DVD. Not a good combination coz I wanted to dance with Nina and Veena, lol. Tell me can you do belly dancing while on the treadmill? Anyways, after my 30-minute walk, I followed the instructional vid of Nina and Veena which concentrated on the hips, buns and thighs. Again for another 30 minutes. So total workout yesterday was an hour. Today I’m sitting it out in the computer blogging. Can’t do cardio everyday you know, well that’s what my trainer said before.
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All About Acne
Posted on July 23, 2008 - Filed Under acne website, acne treatment, info
Do you really want to know what causes acne? I’m sharing with you this website called acne.com which provides a lot of information about acne. I just visited their website and learned quite a few new things. You see at my age I still get acne. That’s the reason why I always look for remedies or shall we say treatment that would eliminate the unsightly acne on my face. I hate the fact too that whenever someone looks at my face, the first thing they notice is the acne. Well I really can’t blame them since it is very noticeable. Go check on the website now and find out more information on how to treat acne, myths and claims, prevention and the types of acne.
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Reward: Massage
Posted on July 23, 2008 - Filed Under "la lang", hubby
I was treated to a Thai Massage (my 2nd) yesterday by the hubs. Do you wanna know why? Because I gave him a pedicure. I normally do his toenails and sometimes a bonus manicure too. He likes how I do it compared to the ones in the salon. Probably because he can lie down and sleep while I do the pedi. When he woke up, he checked on it and blurted his usual “no red and shine?” I hate it too when people who do my nails put merthiolate after, I don’t actually see the point there.
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Batteries for Old Cell Phone Models
Posted on July 22, 2008 - Filed Under cell phone batteries, tech, Shopping
Would you believe I still have my old nokia phone which I bought like 5 years ago? It’s still working, and in perfect shape. It’s actually a spare phone anyone can use. There was a time I got really worried, because the Cell Phone Battery was acting up. This is probably due to the fact that it has been with me for a long time. And not only that, cell phone batteries have different battery life. When I checked on the battery, it was a NiCad and this kind of battery has the shortest battery life. You see, due to excitement of having a cell phone, most often than not I charge it before the battery gets drained. I don’t want the battery to die on me in the middle of nowhere. Of course I am expected to be contacted anytime so that is the reason why I charge it. Now the problem is, this kind of battery is very hard to find already. There are a few shops who sell these kind of Cell Phone Batteries. The hubs suggested for me to buy even just one anyway it’s not that expensive. He says it’s worth buying an extra battery since that old old cell phone belongs to the 6 series of Nokia which is considered one of the best series. He has a point. Imagine up until now the cell phone still works. It’s really durable. I just hope that I won’t have to worry about purchasing a battery for it in the future.
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Bohemian Rhapsody
Posted on July 22, 2008 - Filed Under Isha, Josh, Family
Everytime we are in the car, Josh wants his Dad to play this song. I think he now memorizes it with the constant playing. I love watching my son do a lip synch of this song, with matching emo. Yeah he is good, we (me and Ish) even suggested that we take a vid of him while doing his act and post it on youtube. He doesn’t like it coz he says he’s just making a fool out of himself. His sister does not believe so. She believes in her brother’s talent and even thinks he can make it big in youtube. Ah kids, they’re crazy. I love them the way they are, they make me happy.
*Note: The Hubs played Dion-Pavarotti’s I Hate You Then I Love You, apparently Josh can’t quite get it and he says, “I don’t quite get that, I hate you then I love you…how can that be?” This boy’s really something!
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I Found a Unique Cuff Link
Posted on July 21, 2008 - Filed Under accessories, fashion
I found these unique cuff links online. It’s really cool, something my man would wear. I just got him 3 sets of long sleeve shirts from Celio and a matching set of cuff links would complete the outfit. If I remember it right, he has only 1 set. It’s about time I add to his collection, err how can it be a collection since he has only one. Ah, silly me! From all the collection I’ve seen, I love the silver clock watch cuff links. Yeah the watch is working. With this, he won’t be late for his appointment. Go and check it out. This is a great gift idea for the man in our life.
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Cooking and Photos: 28th Weekend Snapshots
Posted on July 21, 2008 - Filed Under weekend snapshot
My Saturday was actually hectic but I still found time to bake mussels. This is actually the first time I’m doing it. Normally when we have mussels, we just have it with soup. I still cooked it the same way so the hubs can have the soup. After which I made a mixture of worcestorshire, black pepper and garlic powder. I placed it on the mussels, topped it with cheddar cheese (i should have used quickmelt) and parsley, then baked it until the cheese melted a bit. The hubs enjoyed it, and this will not be the last time I will prepare it.
Went to Mom’s on Sunday. We missed church because we woke up late. Whenever at Mom’s, I like bringing my camera so I can take pictures of the flowers growing in the garden. I don’t know why I don’t tire taking pictures of the flowers in her garden, to think I see the same flowers, and sometimes I take pictures of the same angle. Well I’m just happy doing it and I love what I’m doing. It’s relaxing.
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Baby Stuff
Posted on July 21, 2008 - Filed Under baby stuff, cribs, pushchairs, travelling cots, babies
I bought a similar crib about 14 years ago for my eldest daughter. Two years later, my son was able to use it. Now it’s with my brother, his 3 kids were able to use it as well. See how these baby cribs are sturdy. Five babies were able to use it, and until now it’s still with my brother. I wonder who’s gonna use it next.
Honestly I like buying baby stuff. I remember looking for cute and colorful pushchairs and the one I bought would always solicit comments. They would always ask where I bought it. At that time, colorful strollers were not that big here yet. I can say that I was one of the few who had a really nice pushchair. We would often bring it with us anywhere we go, because it’s comfortable for the baby lying there and comfortable too for the nanny who just needs to push it around. A baby can have a more sound sleep rather than being carried in the arms while walking. I find the pushchair really helpful. And oh I remember buying one the travel cots too, but had it permanently at my Mom’s house. You see every weekend we visit them and we bring the babies along. Up until now, even if my eldest is already 14, we still go to my Mom’s weekly. Again my brother was able to use the cot and made it more like a playpen for their kids. Ahhh, life was exciting back then, well it still is until now with my growing teenagers. But now is a different story.
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A Spa at Home
Posted on July 21, 2008 - Filed Under hydrotherapy, spa
Wow! How about having your own Hot Tubs at home? I love going to water spa, it relaxes my body with the kind of massage I get. Honestly I find it quite expensive. There is a water spa very near our house and we use to frequent it, but lately since times are hard, we limited our visits to say once in two months. But hey, we can have our own Hottub at home. Since all of us love being massaged, I think it would be better if we just have one at home. Initially it would cost us, but then when you think about it, it actually allows you to save, moreover you can get the massage every time you feel like it. Good idea, right? There’s gonna be one person who would be happy in case we can already afford to buy this. Oh make that two. Me and my son. Lately, I’ve been really relieved on back pains when I go for a massage, and most times I feel rejuvenated. This makes me want to go for a massage at least twice a week. Since I love soaking in water, and I enjoy getting hydrotherapy, I think it’s just wise to get Portable Hot Tubs, oh just one, it’s too much to have two. It really provides relief to all types of body pains. If you are considering having one at home just like me, we should take a look at the portable hot tubs at bullfrogspas.com. Their hot tubs are equipped with the Jetpak system. It’s technology brings incredible power and versatility that it allows you to upgrade your hot tub’s jetting anytime.
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Prada!
Posted on July 20, 2008 - Filed Under prada, shoes
Look at what my SIL bought! It’s from the Spring/Summer collection of Prada. I am so green with envy…too bad I can’t afford it. If only I have plenty of moolah, I would buy this too. I think it costs close to a thousand bucks, yeah close to 1,000 dollars. It’s so pretty really, I fell in love with it the first time I saw it. If you noticed the heel it’s kinda different and it made the shoe even more chic! Omigosh, I so want to have it. What if I borrow it from her one day? Yeah, she’s generous and I think she’ll allow me to use and experience how it feels walking in a Prada shoe! I am sooooo green with envy. Sigh.
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The Newest Drug Treatment
Posted on July 20, 2008 - Filed Under drug treatment, drugs, info
I just want to share this with you. I’ve come across a new way to treat opiate addiction and it’s called Suboxone Treatment. The nice thing about this treatment, you can do it right at the comforts of your home. Oh does this mean that I can have this treatment? How I wish I am free from opioid dependence, but wait why do I make it sound like I am really addicted to it? I think I am, or should I say I am just dependent. Whether or not I’m dependent or addicted, I think I should be treated. I also read that when you are under this treatment, Opiate Withdrawl symptom is very minimal. What I like about this treatment is the fact that it’s out-patient, meaning you don’t need to stay in some rehabilitation center. This could be done at home, but of course the supervision of a doctor.
What about Vicodin Addiction? It’s the same thing, it can be done at home too. Do away with painkillers by getting this treatment. Since it can be done at home, you can still go on with your daily life, no disruptions whatsoever. Be drug free, and start building lost relationships. Don’t waste your life, act now.
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A Seat for a Couch Potato
Posted on July 20, 2008 - Filed Under home theater, home and living, movies, Home Improvement, Shopping
It’s really nice if you have this home theater seating in your own home theaters. Probably you won’t be going to cinemas anymore because you find watching in your own homes more relaxing. It’s like being in a cinema, or even better. With the never ending gas hike, it’s actually better staying at home. It would be a plus though if you are seated in the most comfy chair while watching your favorite movie or soap or game show. Put some popcorn in the microwave, and voila, instant cinema atmosphere! That’s one of my frustrations though, because up until now we have not started setting up our home theater.
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Is Nouveau Riche a Scam?
Posted on July 19, 2008 - Filed Under learning, info
Why are there people who easily points out to something that has just made it big as scam? Well sometimes we can’t blame them though, but they need to be careful about saying certain things. Take for example the Nouveau Riche Scam. Just because it is quite unbelievable for them they regard it as a scam already? They have not really looked into full details about the contributions it brought, and here they are saying that it is a scam. There are a lot of people who have testified about how this has helped them with regards to where they are right now. Ok, what exactly is Nouveau Riche? According to wiki, the term Nouveau Riche is “new rich”, meaning they once belonged to the lower class of the society. After being taught, they have become very successful. And you call this Nouveau Riche Scam? Once you are enrolled at a Nouveau Riche University, you will be taught how to earn money and make it big. With their time and tested foundational principles being taught, one would always end up knowing how to create wealth. It’s quite interesting to note too that while you are still in school learning the ropes, one can start applying what they have learned. There are quite a number of people already who have testified that indeed Nouveau Riche Scam is not true at all.
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Props are Gone!
Posted on July 19, 2008 - Filed Under "la lang"
When I logged in to one of my accounts, I got the biggest surprise of my life! All the props that were given to me were all gone! Not that I have much, it just that I got used seeing those props. So what I did I went to check on the others. Ah good, it’s not happening to me only. I actually have not read anything about it in my dashboard. First, I got something like Messages: -1…and now all props are gone. Is there a glitch? Is it a new strategy? Whatever it may be, I’m still very much happy I’ve got you. Ok, time to give out props once more.
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The Future in IT
Posted on July 19, 2008 - Filed Under certification, computers, IT, technology
Learning does not stop right after your college graduation. Do you agree with me? One needs to further their studies to be able to catch up with the changing technology. Of course you wouldn’t want to be left behind. This will surely happen if you loose your interest to learn and upgrade what ever you have learned in the 4 years you went to college. Nowadays, getting ahead of everyone when it comes to business do not depend on the books you have read and studied. A big part of the success of a business is also dependent in networking. Networking sounds easy, it’s being done in offices through the use of computers. I can therefore say that networking is also the keyword nowadays if you want to be on top of everything. But do you really want to know how this networking thing is being done especially when working with computers? I am amazed by such programs I see in the internet which involves networking. The person behind all those networking you find in the internet is really amazing. They are IT professionals, all right, but did you know that there is a special training to learn the ropes of networking? Have you heard about Cisco certification? It can actually land you in the job of your dreams. The Cisco Learning Network is for IT Professionals who want advancement in their careers. This certification gives you valuable credentials you need to move forward. Its like a verification that you have the ability to manage the latest technologies. With a Cisco certification on hand, you will be guaranteed of a better career in the field of Information Technology. Remember we are in the computer age, and everything seems to depend on computers nowadays.
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Green Thumb?
Posted on July 18, 2008 - Filed Under potted flowers, gardening, hobbies
I tried my hand at planting. It was actually initiated by my love to capture flowers in pictures. Blame it on my becoming a flickr addict. With this said, do I need to tell you that I bought a lot of flower seeds in different varieties? Yeah, got addicted to it too. Everytime we see Ace Hardware, we (the hubs and me) look at each other, meaning we need to go inside to check on the stuff we love. It has actually become a joke between us. He wants to go to the largest Ace Hardware in Fairview where my Mom stays. If we go to Mom’s weekly, then it’s a weekly trip for him too. I am already excited about my potted flower plants. Again I say, I wish I had a garden in our place, but as it is there is none. Maybe a potted garden will do, haha is there such a thing?
*Note: I did not plant the 1st two pots that you see, it was my helper who did it. Pot 1 is sweet basil, pot 2 is coriander (wansuy) and the pot 3 is Zinnia (lilliput mix) which I planted. I’m a green thumb after all, yeeha!
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GPS Tracking
Posted on July 18, 2008 - Filed Under love and concern, gps tracking
How would you feel if you are being tracked? I wouldn’t mind at all since I know I am not doing anything wrong. If the hubs’ gonna track me, it’s because he just wants to know my whereabouts. Times are hard nowadays, you will not know what’s going to happen next. It’s like there is a huge hike in the existence of bad elements and they can do anything to you in exchange for money. Sounds scary right? We have our own resposibilities especially to our families. I don’t want to end up worrying about the whereabouts of my children. I won’t have second thoughts of using GPS Tracking. I am only after their well being and nothing else. I know this will not sound good to other kids, let me just tell you that as parents we are concerned of what’s happening in your life. It’s a far cry from spying if you like to put it that way. It’s just that when something worst comes up, you will be located right away. Being teenagers, you can be easily swayed. I’ve read a lot of tragedies that has happened to certain kids, and I don’t want that to happen to my kids. It’s just a matter of explaining to them your point on why they need to be tracked. It’s our way of preventing something bad that’s gonna happen to you.
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