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WEEK OF 9 May
EFMP SPECIAL NEEDS FORUM (Please see flyer on pg 10)
Help us make Miramar’s Exceptional Family Member Program even more exceptional! Bring your feedback, concerns, questions, and requests to
the Special Needs Forum.
When and Where: MAY 16th, 1130 – 1300, at the HUB in Classroom 8
Who should attend: Exceptional Families, Sponsors, Care Providers, Commanders, MCCS, and Anyone involved in the Special Needs community
Why: The Special Needs Forum is held quarterly to discuss Special Needs updates, concerns, and solutions. It is your opportunity to be heard and
to provide feedback to the Special Needs community.
EFMP INFORMATION HOUR PROGRAM (Please see flyer on pg 10)
Come learn important facts about EFMP:
Wednesday, May 18, 1330-1430
Thursday, June 16, 1700-1800
Classes are offered the 3rd week of every month on alternating Tuesday mornings, Wednesday afternoons, and Thursdays evenings.
The Special Needs Forum is held quarterly to discuss Special Needs updates, concerns, and solutions. It is your opportunity to be heard and to
provide feedback to the Special Needs community. Childcare is available with a seven day advance reservation.
Please call number below or stop by building 2525 and reserve your spot. Contact Amore Kerr or June Baxter at: 858-577-4668
• What is EFMP?
• Who should enroll and why?
• What forms are needed? Who completes them?
• What are the benefits of the program?
• Where do I go for support?
• What is TRICARE/ECHO program?
This brief is open for all Marine Corps and Navy service members, unit personnel and families wanting to learn more about the EFM program.
To sign up for a class, please contact the EFMP Office: 858-577-4668, smbmiramarmcas@usmc.mil
Training Location: Marine and Family Programs Conference Room Bldg 2525
MCAS MIRAMAR AIRSHOW TICKETS ARE ON SALE
Tickets for the 2011 MCAS Miramar AirShow is on sale now. Please visit miramarairshow.com to purchase your tickets.
For more information call the ticket office at (858) 577-4141.
WESTON BOOK SCHOLARSHIP FOR HS SENIORS
No applicants to date! If one person had applied, that person would have won! Help spread the word:
Extended due to no applicants to date: MIKE WESTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND - AN ESSAY CONTEST Essay theme: What Does it Mean to You to
Be Part of a Military Family? Must be HS school senior, legal resident of CA. Parent must be active duty. Minimum 3.0 grade average. $500 scholar-
ship not based on financial need. For details: https://sites.google.com/site/cpedcenterdocuments/family-financial-aid. Thank you!
CREDO MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT (Please see flyer on pg 9)
CREDO Marriage Enrichment Retreat on 25-27 May taking place at the San Diego Del Mar Marriot. This retreat is open to all MCI West Marines,
Sailors and their spouses. For more information or to register, please call the CREDO Office at 760-725-4954.

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NATIONAL MILITARY FAMILY ASSOCIATION
TRICARE Young Adult Now Available: Enrollment for the TRICARE Young Adult (TYA) opened April 28, 2011. The premium-based health care plan
allows adult children of TRICARE beneficiaries to purchase coverage. For more info visit:
http://support.militaryfamily.org/site/R?i=piIrgXGNXedYx-uxs17S_Q.
DoD and USDA Launch Partnership at Family Resiliency Conference: Last week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of
Defense (DoD) officially launched the USDA/DoD Military Extension Partnership to support military service members and their families in
their communities. For more info visit: http://support.militaryfamily.org/site/R?i=5M2onZLW0KxjbXa4jaTzxQ.
National Resource Directory Goes Mobile: The National Resource Directory (NRD) has added a mobile version to allow wounded, ill, and
injured service members, veterans, and their families easier access to NRC's website information. For more info visit:
http://support.militaryfamily.org/site/R?i=CTySr3Jko3O8jq9-aiE0jA.
New Federal Jobs Web Portal: Lt. Governor Anthony G. Brown joined Maryland Labor Secretary Alexander M. Sanchez and Secretary of
Veterans Affairs Ed Chow to officially launch the Mil2FedJobs web portal. For more info visit:
http://support.militaryfamily.org/site/R?i=g1Jk7aV4osFFdbUb2CfiGw.
GAO Releases Wounded Case Manager Report: The United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) released their report to Congress titled,
Federal Recovery Coordination Program Continues to Expand but Faces Significant Challenges in March 2011. For more info visit:
http://support.militaryfamily.org/site/R?i=5gzIYNcsEZ5sxxOTZohQHQ.
LIFESKILLS OFFERING 5 LOVE LANGUAGES WORKSHOP
MCCS LIFESKILLS is happy to present another 5 Love Languages workshop on 25 MAY, 1830-2100, in the LINKS House. We tend to give love the way we
want to be loved - why not try something new and show love to your partner the way THEY to be loved? Sound confusing? It's not; you'll walk out of our
workshop with insights to your relationship as well as new communication techniques. Each couple will also receive a free copy of "The 5 Love Lan-
guages" by Dr. Gary Chapman. Free dinner and free childcare is also provided. Please call Secret Brown, Life Skills Trainer, at 577-4473 to register.
Childcare registration must be submitted by 19 MAY. Hope to see you all there.
ASYMCA PRESENTS LEADERS IN TRAINING FOR TEENS
The Youth and Community Outreach Department will premier the first Leadership in Training (LIT) program specifically for military children this sum-
mer in July! It is tough being a kids these days especially a teenage-particular when dealing with the stress of belonging to a military family. One week
in July military teens ages 15 to 17 with an Active Duty sponsor E-9 or below will have the opportunity to participate in the LIT program to learn about
leadership skills and job readiness.
The program consists of three components: Training Modules - Teens will participate in a interactive training block to prepare them for future em-
ployment opportunities within the workforce. Modules include, but are not limited to: Child Abuse Prevention, Professionalism, Interview Skills, Team
Building, Risk Management and leadership. Teens will engage in group work, role play, and ice breakers to apply new skills and strategies.
Professional Outings - Training modules are supplemented with field trips to local San Diego businesses for hands on work experience and knowledge
on a variety of potential careers. Military teens will be able to engage in the day to day job responsibilities while also learning about the necessary
skills, education, and requirements needed to fulfill the position. CPR/First Aid Training - All LIT participants will become CPR/ First Aid certified dur-
ing the session. **Registration is open from June 23-June 30. Register online at www.militaryymca.org. Only 10 to 12 teens will be invited to partici-
pate. Please visit http://militaryymca.com/index.php?option=com_eventlist&Itemid=99999999&func=details&did=817 for more information.
Point of contact for this program is: Lyndsay Calhoun, Youth and Community Outreach Program Director, San Diego Armed Services YMCA
858-751-5755, ext. 124 or email at lcalhoun@asymcasd.org

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MCDONALD’S ON BASE
Just in case you did not know, Starting Thursday, May 12, 2011:
MCAS MIRAMAR MCDONALDS IS OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY, SEVEN DAYS A WEEK!!!
WEEK

FLYING LEATHERNECK AVIATION HISTORICAL FOUNDATION 2ND ANNUAL SEMPER FI RIDE

Sunday, May 22, 2011, Choose from two scenic San Diego County routes.
Poker Walk at the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum.
All are welcome! Food, entertainment, prizes. $20 Registration
Proceeds benefit the Flying Leatherneck Historical Museum. For more info and registration visit: http://www.flyingleathernecks.org/events.html
L.I.N.K.S. (Please see pg 6 for dates and registration or just contact your FRO)
Lifestyle Insights, Networking, Knowledge & Skills. L.I.N.K.S. offers an orientation to the Marine Corps lifestyle, helping Marines and their families under-
stand and adapt to the unique challenges military life often presents. Sessions cover military pay, deployment, base services, moving and much more.
Here is a different testimony from another of MALS-11 spouse’s, Who recently attended L.I.N.K.S. and this is what she said about the session:
“I really enjoyed the L.I.N.K.S. class. I learned so much new information and I am much more confident about being a Marine wife. They provided us with
the materials we needed to know anything and everything about how the Marine Corps operates. Now when my husband mentions a certain acronym I'll
know exactly what he's talking about. I made many new friends and the food was great!”
Share The Care Dental - FREE Dental Care for Low Income Families
Do you know of a family that does not have dental insurance? This program is The Dental Health Initiative - Share the Care is a public-private partner-
ship between the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency, the San Diego County Dental Society, and the San Diego County Dental Health
Coalition. It is intended for low-income families with children that are NOT enrolled in a dental plan, which means our junior Marines/Sailors can use
this program between the time they get dental insurance or if they choose for some reason not to get dental care. They must be referred. Please see
the following link for more info:
http://sharethecaredental.org/website/referring/index.html
RECENTERING PARENTS AND STUDENTS K-12 WORKSHOP
San Diego Unified School District is hosting a series of 3 FREE workshops for elementary, middle, and high school students and their parents in the
month of May. The program, "ReCentering Parents and Students is a course that teaches parents, students, guardians and grandparents power tools
and real time strategies for transforming students' academic and citizenship performance. You will learn exactly what it takes to create success in
students' primary, secondary, post-secondary education, and beyond. Thousands of parents and students are using this knowledge to create improve-
ments in every aspect of their lives."
Session Two: May 19, Dealing with Difficult Children
Session Three: May 26, The Power of Student and Parent Choice Making
Time: 6:00-8:00 PM for each session. Location: Walker Elementary School (9225 Hillery Drive, 92126)
For Registration: Donna Casas (dcasas@sandi.net) 858-271-8050. *FREE childcare is provided on-site.
For more information, contact Kelli Miller, M.Ed, (Miramar, School Liaison) at 858-577-6633 or 858-336-3251.
FREE MILITARY FAMILY DAY (See Flyer on pg 9)
First Baptist Church of Mira Mesa would like to thank you for your sacrifice and service to our country by offering a free Military
Appreciation Day. FREE, FOOD, FAMILY FUN! For more info please visit: www.fbcmm.org.
Rock Wall, Hourly Give Aways, Bounce House, Puppet Show, Carnival Games, Cake Walk, Face Painting
Saturday, May 28, 2011, 1100-1500, First Baptist Church of Mira Mesa, 10770 Rickert Rd., San Diego, CA 92126, (858) 566-3671.

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Grade, Summer Camp Enrollment
Summer Camp this year commences June 14th - September 2nd. Registration packets need to be picked up from the Youth Center, and completed be-
fore the dates below to secure a spot. Hours of business is 0630am - 1800 Monday - Friday. Part of our registration packet is a required physical
(Health Screening Form) to be completed, and signed by your child's primary physician/provider; and a Special Medical Power of Attorney. SUMMER
CAMP ENROLLMENT DATES: (pending completed registration packets BEFORE, the dates below)
May 16th - Active Duty living or stationed at MCAS Miramar
May 23rd - Open Enrollment to all eligible patrons.
For more information or questions contact, Sonya James, MCAS Miramar Youth & Teen Center, Resource & Referral, at 858-577-6959.
MCCS SEMPER FIT
Intramural 30+ Basketball League, Registration Deadline: 17 May 2011, League Starts: 24 May 2011, Days: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS
Game Times: 1115 & 1215
Intramural Flag Football League, Registration Deadline: 25 May 2011, League Starts: 1 June 2011, Days: MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS
Game Times: 1115 & 1215
Intramural 6 vs. 6 Soccer Tournament, Registration Deadline: 2 June 2011, Tournament Starts: 7 June 2011, Days: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS
Game Times: 1115 & 1215
Intramural Women's Basketball League, Registration Deadline: 3 June 2011, League Starts: 8 June 2011, Days: WEDNESDAYS
Game Times: 1115 & 1215
Recreational Evening Softball League, Registration Deadline: 7 June 2011, League Starts: 14 June 2011, Days: TUESDAYS
Game Times: 1700 & 1800
Intramural Combat Water Polo Tournament, Registration Deadline: 15 June 2011, Tournament Starts: 16 June 2011,
Days: THURSDAY & FRIDAY (16-17 June), Game Times: 1100-1300
SINGLE MARINE PROGRAM
Friday Night Excursion- Provided by The Single Marine Program & The Great Escape
Who: All Active Duty Service Members
What: FREE Friday Night Excursion to Downtown San Diego!!
When: Friday, 13 May
Time: Depart at 2000 & Return approx. 0130 to The Great Escape, Bldg. 5305
SPACE IS LIMITED!!
Sign up by 1900 Friday, 13 May at The Great Escape, Bldg. 5305 after 1100
For more information, please call The Great Escape at (858) 577-6171.
SMP Las Vegas Weekend at the www.stratospherehotel.com (Please see flyer on pg 10). ONLY $140, ONLY 28 Spots Available
Leave - Friday, 27 May at 0800, Return - Monday, 30 May at 2200, Price includes: Transportation and Lodging. Sign up by 1300 Monday,
16 May (See your FRO for the form), The Great Escape, Bldg. 5305 after 1100. For more information, please call 577-6283.
DSTRESS HOTLINE
From combat related stress to the everyday stressors of life, stress can affect even the strongest Marine. The DSTRESS Line was developed by the
Corps to provide professional, anonymous counseling for Marines, their families and loved ones when it's needed most. Call today to speak with one of
your own. Call (1-877-476-7734) today. Line is now available to help West Coast Marines & Family members better deal with stress & mental health
issues. More info available at www.dstressline.com.

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BOB HOPE THEATER *Indicates Last Showing, Theater closed Monday and Tuesdays
Fri, May 13: Sucker Punch (PG-13) 6:30 p.m.
The Lincoln Lawyer (R) 9:00 p.m.
Sat, May 14: FREE Admission: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (PG) 6:30 p.m.
Limitless (PG-13) 9:00 p.m.
Sun, May 15: *Red Riding Hood (PG-13) 1:00 p.m.
*Battle: Los Angeles (PG-13) 6:30 p.m.
Wed, May 18: Source Code (PG-13) 6:30 p.m.
Thurs, May 19: Hop (PG) 2:00 p.m.
The Lincoln Lawyer (R) 6:30 p.m.
Fri, May 20: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (PG) 6:30 p.m.
Source Code (PG-13) 9:00 p.m.
Sat, May 21: Swap Meet 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hanna (PG-13) 6:30 p.m.
Sucker Punch (PG-13) 9:00 p.m.
Sun, May 22: *Limitless (PG-13) 1:00 p.m.
*Paul (R) 6:30 p.m.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
RiverFest at Qualcomm Stadium
WHAT: RiverFest and 5 Mile Walk, When: Saturday 14 May from 1400—1700 and Sunday, 15 May 2011 from 0600 - 1700
Events: 0800 -the Healthy River 5-Mile Walk for a Cause Begins. 1000 - the festival begins
WHO: Open to all active duty service members and anyone 18 years and older
IN APPRECIATION: Food and drink will be provided for volunteers, Letters of appreciation will be provided for each Marine. POC: Marine volunteer
contact: Maggi Davis maggi_ann_davis@yahoo.com, (619) 255-7700, cell: (619) 301-2313.
IronKids San Diego - Sunday, 22 May 2011 - Mission Bay. For more info please visit the following sites:
http://ironkids.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=119 or more information about the program http://www.ironkids.com.
ESCONDIDO NATIONAL LITTLE LEAGUE
Carnival celebrating the end of the season with Escondido National Little League - Saturday, 11 June 2011 - Escondido, CA
Please visit the following website for more info: http://mccsmiramar.com/images/ENLL-end-of-season-2011-carnival.jpg
POWAY GIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUE
Poway Girls Softball League(PGSL) is having their annual Summer Heat Classic softball tournament (June 16th-19th 2011). Hosting one of San Diego
County's premier softball tournaments with 60 plus softball teams from all over San Diego County is a huge task. They are seeking any Marines or
Sailors that would like to volunteer their time to help the community of Poway, and PGSL to keep the tournament running smoothly throughout the
weekend. There are many tasks, such as parking lot security, field preparation, park clean up, working in the snack shack, manning the BBQ grill etc.
that we can use help with. POC is MGySgt Yarrington at kevin.yarrington@usmc.mil or 858-577-4268.

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MCCS HAPPENINGS
Fri, May 13 -Top Gun 25th Anniversary Happy Hour, 4 p.m., Officers’ Club, Look-a-Like Contest, Giveaways & More
Sat, May 14 -L.I.N.K.S. for Kids Session, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Youth Center, 858-577-4918 to register
-L.I.N.K.S. Session for Spouses, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., L.I.N.K.S. House, 858-577-4918 to register
-Family Fun Festival, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., MCX Main Store, Information Booths, Giveaways & More
-MCCS Family Appreciation FREE Movie Day, 6:30 p.m., Theater, 858-577-4143
Mon, May 16 -Youth Summer Camp Registration Starts for Active Duty living/stationed at Miramar, 577-6959 to register
-New Parent Support Program Baby Boot Camp 9 am – 3:30 p.m., L.I.N.K.S. House, 577-9812 to register
-EFMP Special Needs Forum, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Education Center Room 8, 858-577-4668 to register
Tues, May 17 -Intramural 30+ Basketball League Registration Deadline, 858-577-1202 to register
Wed, May 18 -Dollar Day Wednesday Golf: $1.00 Golf All Day for Miramar Active Duty, 858-577-4155
-Navy Marine Corps Relief Society Budget for Baby Class, 9 – 11 a.m., L.I.N.K.S. House, 577-1807
-Four Lenses Package, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., M&FP Conference Room, 858-577-4473 to register
-Career Resource Center, “Interview Techniques”, 1 - 3 p.m., The Hub Room 132, 858-577-6710
-EFMP Info Hour, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m., M&FP Conference Room, 858-577-4668 to register
-Karaoke Night, 7 p.m., Legends Sports Grill, Food/Drink Specials, 858-693-1543
Thurs, May 19 -Fish & Chips Special, $6.95/four battered cod filets, Legends Sports Grill, 858-693-1543
-L.I.N.K.S. Session for Marines, 12 – 4:30 p.m., L.I.N.K.S. House, Visit your FRO to register
-Stress Management I, 1 – 3 p.m., Counseling Center, 858-577-6585 to register
Fri, May 20 -Mongolian BBQ, 6 – 8 p.m., Officers’ Club, 858-577-4808 for reservations
San Diego Armed Services YMCA
WANT TO SPEND THE DAY WITH DREW BREES?
Military families and their guests can still sign up for the free Carls Jr BBQ lunch at the Cox Celebrity Championship hosted by Drew Brees Military Ap-
preciation Day on May 22nd at Morgan Run near Del Mar, CA. Enjoy a day in the sun with your family and get up close and personal with your favorite
celebrities, a military family fun zone with free bouncies, snow cones, kids crafts, putting contests, face painting and more and a BBQ lunch sponsored
by Carls Jr! Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy the day! The fun starts with Military opening ceremony at 9:30am and continues all day till the celebrities
finish the tournament in the late afternoon. Carls Jr will be serving free lunch for registered military families from 11:30pm to 1pm. There is also an
autograph tent where celebrities will be signing autographs and you can follow your favorites through out the day! To register please visit the
following: http://militaryymca.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=f6ee14cef8&e=ce7228e8f2.
FAMILY BONDING: We are excited to announce a partnership with Aaron and Jenifer Harang of the Padres! Enlisted military families (E-1 to E-5) can
register for a chance to participate in " Aaron's Aces" Military VIP experience at upcoming Sunday Home Padre Games. Now accepting applications for
future Sunday home games! Visit http://militaryymca.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ce7f1949eb46ca0b1aa8561bd&id=d18a51ef5c&e=ce7228e8f2
for all info.
MIRAMAR YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAMS
MIRAMAR YOUTH SPORTS IS ACCEPTING BRITISH SOCCER REGISTRATION. MUST REGISTER ONLINE. 1ST SESSION JUNE 20 - 24, 2011. 2ND SESSION AUGUST
22 - 26, 2011. FOR PRICING AND INFORMATION PLEASE GO TO
http://www.challengersports.com<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103253266627&s=72297&e=001u6Won6GiDZnFnCpJaqAdIZQzRcsJQzYhc25kGwInbkZ_
QOi--lIJP7AaFWu6bXVYLxqqZfhnmvUI5ZJuIhFcgvaukXs0cEghgffDU6KihYg3eMQEcMm90XGmSqOueX-J zip code is 92145.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 858-577-6959.

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MWR This Week, May 12-19, 2011 (This info is from West Naval Region for the San Diego Area)
Put a little more FUN in your week! Check out the latest edition of MWR This Week to see what's fun and free! Click or cut and paste the MWR This Week
link into your web browser: http://www.mwrtoday.com/Sandiego/WelcometoMWRTW.htm. MWR activities are open to all active duty and their
family members plus retirees, reservists and DoD civilians. Sneak Peek of Fun Stuff in the Current Edition of MWR This Week:
* Golf Expo (May 21) and 25th Original Bay Bridge Run/Walk SOLD OUT! - page 1
* San Diego Golf Specials, Men's and Ladies Club Membership Benefits, plus La Jolla Country Club's "Salute to the Military" (Aug 22) - page 2-3
* 101 Days of Summer Bowling, BINGO, plus the RED, WHITE & BLUE JULY Special - page 4
* NBSD Auto Skills Summer Specials and Father's Day Brunch (Jun 19) - page 5
* Liberty Events, Trips, Hypnotist Show (May 13), Deep Sea Fishing (May 14), Black Canyon Canoe Trip (May 26-30), World Series of Poker (Jun 18) and so
much more! - page 6-10
* Sailing and SCUBA Classes - page 12
* MWR RV Parks ~ the Perfect San Diego Staycation, Junior Sailing Camp and Youth Summer Aquatics Camp - page 13
* MWR Swim Lessons, Sharks Club, Point Loma's Masters Swim Program, FREE Infant/Parent Swim Classes and Junior Beach Lifeguard Program - pg 14
* NBSD Aquathlon (Jun 17) and Child & Youth 24/7 Center NOW Open - page 15
* $50 Camp Surf Scholarships and Summer Adventure Navy Teen Scholarship Program - page 16
* Youth Events and Youth Sports: Tee-Ball, 3-Pitch, Basketball, Tennis, Cheer and Challenger Soccer Camp - page 17
* Outdoor Adventure and Gear Rental and MWR Personal Storage - page 18
* MWR Sports Calendars, Massage, "Kick Off the Summer" Aerobathon (May 18) and SHAPE Program - page 19
* AFAA Personal Trainer Certification (May 13-15), Memorial Day 2-Mile Run/1-Mile Walk (May 25), Flag Football Tourney (Jun 11), NMAWC Sports Week
(Jun 13-17) and AFAA Indoor Cycling Workshop (Jun 18) - page 20
* FREE and Discount Amusement Park Offers - page 21-28
* Sneak Preview of THOR (Apr 30) plus FREE MWR Movies - page 29-32

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HOT SHEET
May 9 - MAY 16, 2011

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**Do you know of anything going on around town or base? Help the “FRO get in the KNOW”! Call Anthony at 858-577-
6418 or email anthony.hernandez1@usmc.mil.

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