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Take a Break at Abiquiu Lake!

Posted by alainaflute on September 3, 2012

Ghost Ranch, Abiquiu, New Mexico

On the way to a flute seminar at Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu (pronounced Abb-ih-Q), New Mexico, I passed a lake. Where there’s a lake, there’s a beach! On a free afternoon, I tracked back with a few friends, and we found a lovely day-trip spot in beautiful, Land of Enchantment scenery.

Entrance to Abiquiu Lake (Photo by Alaina Diehl)

Not far from Espanola, or Santa Fe for that matter, Abiquiu Lake is no secret from fun-seeking local families. We saw boaters, picnickers, and swimmers of all ages.

Beach Contractors at Abiquiu Lake (Photo by Alaina Diehl) Please clean up after yourself and Toss No Mas!

Now, here’s a lake completely sans sandy beach. The rocks take you right up to the water, and, surprisingly, they aren’t too hot underfoot.

Bare Feet on the Rocks (Photo by Alaina Diehl)

There are restrooms, some shade trees, and shaded picnic tables. The New Mexican sun is strong, even this time of year, so be sure to bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and plenty of water. There is a small fee for the boat ramp and day use, so bring some 1 dollar bills. Have fun, and don’t forget your camera!

Swimming and Wading in the Cool Waters of Abiquiu Lake (Photo by Alaina Diehl)

And for art fans, it’s no surprise that this lovely area of New Mexico was Georgia O’Keefe’s home from 1949 to the end of her life (you can tour her home and studio or visit the museum dedicated to her in Santa Fe).

View from the trail to Chimney Rock (Photo by Alaina Diehl) Abiquiu Lake is in the distance.

Golden Sunrise: Chimney Rock near Abiquiu, New Mexico (Photo by Alaina Diehl)

So, take a break at Abiquiu Lake and have a great day!

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For the Beach Botanist: Marram Grass

Posted by alainaflute on August 22, 2012

Marram Grass, Holkham Nature Reserve, England                                                                                  (Evelyn Simak/Geograph Project/Wikimedia Commons)

Sand is associated with time slipping away, things that can’t be grasped, and the impermanence of all things…not exactly prime real estate. I’ll move in on Friday!

It’s amazing how many forms of life can call the beach home. With its ever changing tide and features, animals still come and go, and plants cling to the shore, popping out of rocks and shooting up from the sandy dunes. I don’t always stop to think about how cool it is when grass or trees pop up on the beach, but it really is amazing! Here is one such plant I discovered whilst browsing a “Beach” subject search on World Book Advanced: 

“Marram grass has long, narrow, pale-green leaves. It grows in dense clumps on sandy beaches and coastal sand dunes. The clumps can be over 3 feet (1 meter) high.

Marram grass is a xerophyte—that is, a plant adapted to life in dry surroundings. Its roots can grow over 20 feet (6 meters) long to reach water deep beneath the surface. It can also curl its leaves to reduce the amount of water evaporating from them.

Marram grass grows from a network of branching underground stems called rhizomes. The rhizomes and long roots anchor the grass to the sand and stabilize sand dunes. The grass acts as a windbreak and windblown sand collects around it. This makes the sand dunes grow bigger and extends the land seaward.

Marram grass is native to Europe and is sometimes called European beach grass. It has been planted in America and Australia to stabilize sand dunes. Its leaves are sometimes used for making baskets, brooms, mats, and thatch.

Marram grass belongs to the grass family, Gramineae (Poaceae). It is Ammophila arenaria.”

“Marram grass.” World Book Advanced. World Book, 2012. Web.  1 Aug. 2012.

Marram Grass at Laggan Bay, Scotland. Marram grass is important in holding the dunes in place. (Mary and Angus Hogg/Geograph Project/Wikimedia Commons)

This tenacious and helpful dune grass overlooks some of the most stunning views the world has to offer. I can almost hear it blowing in the cool ocean breezes, inviting me to flip off my shoes to stroll past the dunes and down to the beach.

There’s even a works cited up there! Don’t you feel like you’re back in school? Well, shake off that feeling, rub in some sunscreen, and go ponder the meaning of existence (or not) on your beach towel.

“Our best built certainties are but sand-houses

and subject to damage from any wind of doubt that blows.” – Mark Twain.

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A Dozen Places to Surf in Lima, Peru

Posted by alainaflute on August 7, 2012

Lima is the capitol city of Peru. Located on a desert coast overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Lima is a popular beach destination for visitors and locals alike. An exciting surprise is that surfing is great year-round in Lima! With a variety beaches and waves that appeal to beginning and advanced surfers, everyone can hit the surf and soak up the beautiful sea breezes. With so many beaches to choose from, it may be a challenge to know where to begin. Thanks to Peru’s official tourism website, we’re only a few clicks away from learning about the fabulous surfing beaches of Lima.

La Costa Verde, Lima, Peru (Jorge Mori/Wikimedia Commons)

Costa Verde – is described as a “Lima beach circuit visited by swimmers and surfers.” These rocky beaches are perhaps less popular with bathers on the whole than the sandier beaches in the south of Lima, but the Miraflores District is a popular tourist destination known for its shopping, dining, and the like.

A beachy locale for the experienced surfer, La Herradura is famous for its massive, 13 ft waves. Located in the district of Chorrillos,  the waves come from a “strong, large left hand point break in three sections. El Point, La Segunda, and La Tercera.”

Map of Lima highlighting the Punta Hermosa district in southern Lima. (AgainErick/Wikimedia Commons)

Punta Hermosa is a district best known for its beaches. These sandy beaches are poplar with both swimmers and surfers. These are the ones the tourism site recommends:

Señoritas – Great for beginning and advanced surfers, the “strong, long left hand reef break” offers tubes and wave heights up to 10 feet.

Caballeros –  Also enjoys a “well formed right hand reef break with tube sections and heights up to 3 meters (10 feet).” Beginning and advanced surfers will have a great time.

Pico Alto - Best reserved for advanced surfers, waves reach great heights (26-32ft) at this fabulous surfing destination.

Other great Punta Hermosa beaches are Playa Norte, El Paso, La Isla, and Kontiki.

Punta Rocas – In the Punta Negra District, this is the location of an international surfing championship. This beach sports a “long, big, and strong left hand and right hand reef break with tube section and heights up to 4 or 5 meters (13 – 16 feet).” Don’t be turned off to the competition quality of these waves – they’re great for beginning and advanced surfers.

Peñascal – Located in the San Bartola District, this beach is a hit with advanced surfers. Waves between 6.5 and 13 feet high break over a rocky bottom.

Cerro Azul – If the strong ocean currents take you to the Province of Cañete, hopefully you’ll wash up at this beach resort. According to the tourism website, the waves are described as, “Left hand wave with tube section. Breaks in front of the beach resort. Also, right hand waves that break on the other side of the pier (fast, strong, and with tube).” Hopefully, if you surf, you have a better idea of what this means than I do.

So, even though Hawaii is best associated with the birth of modern surfing, it isn’t the only place to catch a wave. With a surf season that lasts the whole year long, your next vacation destination might just be Lima, Peru!

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Olympic Fever à la Beach Volleyball!

Posted by alainaflute on August 5, 2012

Olympic Fever! Once every four years, there’s something in the summer air that makes you strangely interested in sports you’ve never seen, never heard of, and never followed. Beach volleyball isn’t one of those sports, though! I feel that a beach isn’t complete without a net. I dunno…there’s just something about watching beautiful people volley a ball over a net that makes for a great day at the beach. If you can’t make it to the beach to have your own volleyball showdown, the Olympics is one of those times you can catch it on TV or the internet. Check it out on London2012.com!

Beach volleyball just waiting to happen at Cochiti Lake (Photo by Alaina Diehl)

Here’s what World Book Advanced has to say about beach volleyball:

“Beach volleyball is a popular outdoor sport that follows the basic rules of indoor volleyball. Beach volleyball is played on sand with two players on a side. Some versions are played on grass, or with three, four, or six players on a team. The teams may be all male, all female, or coed (mixed). Rules vary slightly for each version.

Most games are played by rally scoring to 21 points. Under this system of scoring, the team that wins a rally earns a point, regardless of whether it was the serving team. Sometimes side out scoring is used, when a point can be scored only while serving. Then a game is played to 15 points.

Beach volleyball was first played in the 1920′s in the United States and became a competitive sport in California in 1947. The first world championships were held in 1976. The first sponsored professional tour started in 1980. Beach volleyball became a sport in the Summer Olympic Games in 1996.“

Kessel, John L. “Beach volleyball.” World Book Advanced. World Book, 2012. Web.  1 Aug. 2012.

Beach volleyball at Port Olympic, in Barcelona (Sergi Larripa/Wikimedia Commons)

So, what are we waiting for? Let’s get our game on at the beach!

UDATE 8/9/2012: YAY! Team USA! Walsh, May-Treanor Three-Peat

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Life’s a beach, but what is the meaning of life?

Posted by alainaflute on August 1, 2012

Life’s a beach! (Photo by Alaina Diehl)

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The entry “Beach” according to the online version of the World Book Encyclopedia:

Beach is an area of sand, pebbles, or small rocks along a shoreline. The materials of the beach may be supplied by streams. They may also wear away from sea cliffs or wash up from shallow sea bottoms.

Waves and currents give beaches a variety of shapes. For example, pocket beaches have a curved shape. Such beaches are usually bordered by hills. An example is Halfmoon Bay in California. Spits and hooks stretch out into the water in the shape of a finger or hook. An example is Sandy Hook in New Jersey. Sedimentary capes also extend into the water but are broader than spits and hooks. Cape Canaveral in Florida is a sedimentary cape. A beach may also be a sandy stretch that connects islands with a mainland, such as Marblehead, Massachusetts. Waves along low coasts may build barrier beaches, such as Miami Beach, Florida.  Barrier beaches run parallel to the coastline. A sound or lagoon separates barrier beaches from the mainland.

Beaches are popular recreational spots. Well-known beach resort areas include the Riviera on the Mediterranean coasts of southern France and northern Italy. Beaches on the coasts of Florida, California, and Hawaii in the United States also attract many visitors.

McArthur, David S. “Beach.” World Book Advanced. World Book, 2012. Web.  1 Aug. 2012.
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We’ve been to beaches along rivers, lakes, streams, and oceans. Have you ever questioned the beachiness of your little patch of paradise? I say that if you can leave the sand, rocks, and pebbles and head into the water, that’s a beach! Have fun and tell us all about it!

Galveston Island, Texas (Photo ©Jody Diehl)

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Shed Your Cares in Cairns, Australia!

Posted by alainaflute on July 31, 2012

Kangaroos, the Outback, the Great Barrier Reef, and beaches galore – Australia is an adventurer’s dream! A country that’s also a continent must have plenty of shoreline to discover. Today’s tally comes from up north (and down under) in Cairns, Queensland, Australia, thanks to Down Under Online. The beaches of Cairns are perfect for aquatic fun and relaxation. The only question is, when are we going?

Regions of Queensland, Australia (Roke/Wikimedia Commons)

Yorkeys Knob, located approximately 8 miles north of Cairns, is a popular Far North Queensland beach holiday destination. Here you’ll find safe swimming beaches and a world class marina just a stone’s throw from a golf course, accommodations, shops, and restaurants. As we all know, “safe” is a relative term when it comes to swimming in the ocean. It’s important to watch for flag warnings and follow all lifeguard instructions. The beach has picnic facilities and bathrooms (with showers), and it’s a popular spot for wind and kitesurfing.

Yorkeys Knob Beach, Cairns, Queensland, Australia (riftreef/Wikipedia)

Beautiful Trinity Beach is another suburb of Cairns, about 20 miles from the city center. Enjoy a beautiful day at the beach in this relaxing tropical setting, but watch out for marine stingers and crocodiles! Oh, my. Well, those pesky critters won’t keep the most avid beach lovers from their sandy haven, will they?

Trinity Beach, Cairns, Queensland, Australia (Rehali2001/Wikimedia Commons)                                             Note the sign below… and put your dog back on his leash!

Yikes! Warning Sign at Trinity Beach, Cairns, Queensland, Australia (Photnart/Wikipedia)

Located on the shores of the Coral Sea, Clifton Beach is, according to Down Under Online, “described as having one of the finest beaches in Cairns. It is truly an idyllic setting where you can launch yourself into adventurous and exciting experiences or settle under the coconut palms to relax and unwind – either way, you’re in for a great holiday.“

Clifton Beach, Cairns, North Queensland, Australia (Cape-york-australia/Wikimedia Commons)

Holloway’s Beach is located central to Cairns attractions. This beautiful beach is “growing in popularity as a beach to escape to, away from the crowds.  Even though a narrow beach, it’s a great place to soak up the sun, take a swim to cool off or watch the spectacular sunrises.”

Holloways Beach, Cairns, North Queensland, Australia (Cape-york-australia/Wikimedia Commons)

Last but not least, Kewarra Beach features its own beachfront resort. Described as being “away from the crowd, yet close to all local attractions,” you’re sure to find your own way to enjoy this tropical paradise between the rainforest of North Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef.

View of Cairns from Lake Morris with the Yarrabah Peninsula in the background. (Frances76/Wikimedia Commons)

Hoo roo, mate! We’ll see you at the beach!

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The Best Staycation Ever at Cochiti Lake!

Posted by alainaflute on July 23, 2012

Cochiti Lake (Photo by Alaina Diehl)

Boy, it feels great to hit the beach!

Happy Feet (Photo by Alaina Diehl)

Yesterday was my very first trip to the beach at Cochiti Lake, located less than an hour’s drive north of Albuquerque, New Mexico. I’d never been before, and I’m not sure why! Granted, I’m not the biggest fan of lake swimming,  but there was much more to enjoy. In the water, families were swimming, rafting, and sailing. On the sand, others were sunning, picnicking, and making sandcastles. There is even a volleyball net nearby.

Makeshift sailing on Cochiti Lake (Photo by Alaina Diehl)

If you go, be sure to bring your hat/sunglasses/sunscreen combo (the New Mexican sun can be very intense). Many people brought their own shade to set up on the beach- but it was a windy day, and umbrellas and canopies were flying everywhere! Just bring something you can tack down. Also, the lake has a rocky, uneven bottom. Although we were fine barefoot, you might be more comfortable in Aqua Socks or some other water-friendly shoe. Last but not least, be sure to bring plenty of your own water and hand sanitizer (the restrooms are pit toilets with no running water).

Off to play in the sand! (Photo by Alaina Diehl)

A day at Cochiti Lake will put the spring back in your step!

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Arrr (Naked) Pirate Tour of the Southwest

Posted by alainaflute on July 20, 2012

Avast ye, matey! We’ve discovered pirates in the desert southwest…or at least their hideaway.

Pirate Cove on the Colorado River, San Bernadino County, California

Where there are pirates, there is water. Where there’s water, there’s a beach! On our Colorado River beach hopping trip, my mother (Jody) and I came across a curious resort off of Route 66 in Moabi Regional Park, San Bernardino County, California. Pirate Cove Resort is a quirky, kitschy sort of desert oasis, and we just had to check it out. This sunny spot has the ambiance of a spring break trip, with the Pirate Code, “Keep your feet in the sand and a drink in your hand.” With an award-winning restaurant, marina, pirate-themed beach bar, boat rentals, off road trails, general store and gift shop, cabins, RV resort, and plenty of places to put your feet in the water, this might be just your vacation style. Arrr. Pull off the road for a break from driving, or stay a while. As far as the “naked” theme goes, their beach bar was renamed from The Naked Turtle to The Naked Pirate, and, as they say, it’s a “sunny spot for shady people.” We didn’t do too much on our visit, but we did drop into the general store to pick up some naked turtle pirate postcards.

Pirate Cove, San Bernadino County, California

Not long after we arrived in Lake Havasu City, we discovered another (unrelated) Naked Turtle (aka Turtle Beach Bar) at the Nautical Beachfront Resort. This hotel on the lake was quiet in the middle of the week. People were set up on the hotel’s beach, taking up their piece of sand with boats, towels, shade, etc. Though not pirate themed, this sandy spot might be more like your cup of tea… or bottle of rum. We hopped into the gift shop for some more funny postcards (with a similar naked turtle pirate on them).

Nautical Beachfront Resort boat-in beach. Lake Havasu, Arizona

Nautical Beachfront Resort beach, Lake Havasu, Arizona.

Nautical Beachfront Resort, Lake Havasu, Arizona

The last piratey destination on our trip is still a work in progress. Pirate’s Den RV Resort and Marina, part of La Paz County Park, didn’t have any postcards (yet) in their small general store. This sunny spot is soon to feature a beach, restaurant, Thirsty Pirate Bar, boat and trailer rentals, and waterfront RV sites.

Now you know a bit more about the pirates of the desert southwest. Before you go, I suggest you brush up on your “pirate” on the Talk Like a Pirate Day official British headquarters. Yo ho ho!

Disclaimer: The purpose of this article is to inform, not to recommend! We didn’t eat or stay at any of these hotels/resorts. Arg! Don’t ye be sending no nasty e-mails! In any case, the beaches are public, so you don’t have to stay to play! And, if you were wondering what a naked turtle is, it’s a turtle who’s taken his shell off to cool down and take a break from the stuffy life of the everyday shell.

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Jamaica’s Top 5 Beaches

Posted by alainaflute on July 17, 2012

When I think of Jamaica, a few things come to mind: Rastafarianism, Reggae music, bobsledding, and beaches – beaches being the best part of them all. Although I’ve never been to this island of the Greater Antilles, the idea of dipping into the beautiful waters of the Caribbean tickles my travel-lust fancy.

Jamaica (Vardion/Wikimedia Commons)

With several beaches to choose from, we’ve turned to Island Buzz Jamaica (the Official Blog for Destination Jamaica by the Jamaica Tourist Board) to discover 5 of Jamaica’s best beaches.

Doctor’s Cave Beach Club, Montego Bay, Jamaica (Mattes/Wikimedia Commons)

Vacationers are enticed by the white sands and clear waters of Doctor’s Cave Beach in Montego Bay (on Jamaica’s north coast). According to Island Buzz Jamaica, this beach, “is nestled between the Marine Park and the Hip Strip. The translucent water is known for its mineral content and its golden sands and turquoise water provide the perfect place to enjoy the tranquil warmth of the Caribbean Sea.” With a feel that is simultaneously tropical and metropolitan, beach-goers can enjoy this lively beach not too far off the beaten path. Take a dip and then head off to dine at one of the many nearby restaurants.

Doctor’s Cave Beach, Montego Bay, Jamaica (Ezhiki/Wikimedia Commons)

The next beach to hit is Frenchman’s Cove, located on Jamaica’s eastern coast near Port Antonio. This secluded beach is “one of the most beautiful beaches in The Caribbean, let alone Jamaica.“With its ”white-sanded shore, set against a magnificent backdrop of exotic tropical gardens and crystal-clear mountain streams,“this beach is “so idyllic; it’s no wonder it was featured in the major motion pictures Club Paradise and Treasure Island.” There is a small entrance fee, but once you pass through the lush gardens into the beautiful secluded beach cove, you’ll find that it was well worth it. A fresh water river flows right into the beach, and there is a jerk hut with food made to order (and clean restrooms).

Frenchman’s Cove Beach, Port Antonio, Portland, Jamaica (Chaoleonard/Wikimedia Commons)

If you are looking for a “tiny slice of heaven,” then Reggae Beach is the beach for you. This famous Jamaican landmark (surprisingly) doesn’t get crowded, even though it really has it all: beautiful scenery, lounge chairs, kayaking, snorkeling (clownfish, rays, and fan coral), seaside massage, and the “Village Beach Bar.”

Reggae Beach, Jamaica (Chad Richardson/Wikimedia Commons)

Winnifred Beach, located between Blue Lagoon and Boston Bay, is “one of the most appealing beaches in all of Jamaica.“Located “in the Fairy Hill community in Portland on the island’s lesser traveled east coast, this beach is home to a delightful reef just offshore that’s not only perfect for snorkeling, but for its clear, calm, bright-blue water justly popular with locals.” With several vendors nearby, you won’t go thirsty or hungry! If you go on a weekend, you can take a horseback riding tour or a boat trip to Monkey Island.

Seven Mile Beach, Negril, Jamaica (Chaoleonard/Wikimedia Commons)

With its laid-back pace and natural beauty, Negril is a “favorite escape for locals and visitors alike.” Come as you are and “outrun your cares on seven miles of white sand beach on the island’s western-most point. Stake out a blanket-sized spot of paradise or meander along soft white sand.” Relaxing by day and exciting by night, Seven Mile Beach is famous for its “dramatic sunsets, silky white sands, clear turquoise waters, and spontaneous island spirit.” Soak in the sun, hit the waves (snorkeling, jet skiing, and windsurfing are all available), or take a ride on a glass-bottomed boat.

If you’re looking for fun in the tropical sand, sun, and surf, Jamaica just might be the Caribbean island of your dreams. The laid-back island atmosphere is sure to be contagious. On which Jamaican beach will we be finding you?

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Galway’s Best 5 Beaches

Posted by alainaflute on July 3, 2012

Beautiful Galway City is located in County Galway on the western coast of Ireland. According to the Galway Tourism website, “Galway City is a thriving, bohemian, cultural city…Along with being a popular seaside destination with beautiful beaches and long winding promenade, it also has a buzzing cosmopolitan city centre.“

County Galway, Ireland (Asarlaí/Wikimedia Commons)

Today’s “Tuesday Tally” is Galway’s best 5 beaches, as presented by Galway Ireland Tourism.

Dog’s Bay and Gorteen Bay from Errisbeg. Looking south. Dog’s Bay is on the western side. (Dr. Charles Nelson/Geograph Project Collection/Wikimedia Commons)

Back to back beaches, Dogs Bay and Gurteen Bay are “two of the most beautiful beaches in County Galway and probably in the West of Ireland.” Only a couple of miles outside of Roundstone in Connemara, County Galway, these bays make a fine stretch of coast, with amazing views and white sandy beaches (made from seashell fragments). Both beaches are considered safe for swimming and water sports. They also make fabulous walking destinations.

Silver Strand, Barna. Silver Strand is one of Galway’s most popular Blue Flag beaches. In the distance are the hills of the Burren. (Trish Steel/Geograph Project Collection/Wikimedia Commons)

Silver Strand Beach in Barna, Galway “has a safe, shallow, sandy beach of approximately 0.25km bounded on one side by a cliff and the other by rocks. It is particularly popular with and suitable for young families.” Facing straight into Galway Bay, this beach offers fantastic views. Low tide is the best time for swimming, and there is a lifeguard on duty during summer months.

Coral Beach (Trá an Dóilín), Carraroe, County Galway, Ireland (Emkaer/Wikimedia Commons)

Coral Beach in Carraroe (aka Trá an Dóilin) is “an area of great natural beauty.” Known for its fine coral, this area has tidepools to explore and good snorkeling, too.

The seaside diving board off the promenade in Salthill, Co Galway. (Terence wiki/Wikimedia Commons)

Salthill Beach (in Galway City overlooking Galway Bay) is actually several small beaches that are separated by outcrops. This very popular blue flag beach has lifeguards on duty from mid-May through the end of September.

Another blue flag beach, Kilmurvey Beach (Inis Mor, Aran Islands, County Galway) sports beautiful sand and safe swimming, and “when the tide is right, you can jump off the old pier into the clear water.” There are facilities near the roads, and some great spots on the dunes to picnic.

Hit any of these five beaches for great views and beautiful water. This is the perfect time of year to hit the beach in Galway, Ireland! Féach leat níos déanaí (see you later)!

Sunset – Galway Bay View from Tawin Island (Allan Harty/Geograph Project Collection/Wikimedia Commons)

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