Author Archives: Linda Schnabel

Welcome One and All …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a cute project set for you … a bag and card.

Welcome, {fill in the blank here}. Whatever—or whoever—needs to be welcomed, you’ll find the words to do it in this set. Create your own baby cards, new neighbor gifts, birthday cards, and more.

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The “Welcome Words” stamp set is a versatile stamp set that is found in the occasions catalog. This is one of the stamp sets on the RETIREMENT LIST so you may want to get it soon.

This is a Two-Step Stampin’ Photopolymer stamp set. You combine individual stamps to build the final image you want in the colors you want. Quantity: 20 photopolymer stamps / Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, g, h

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RETIRING STAMPS LIST / CLICK HERE

RETIRING “EVERYTHING ELSE” / CLICK HERE

These will be the most “up to date” lists as it is linked directly to Stampin’ Up! so as the items sell out, they will be removed from the list and you will not be able to order anymore.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks for stopping by ~

Have an awesome day!!

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Sparkle & Shine Before It’s Too Late!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yesterday I posted the retiring stamp sets and products for you … I will be putting the list on the side bar (right side of blog) so you can click on it. Stampin’ Up! updates it often so you know when items have been SOLD OUT.

I just want to remind you not to sit on that list too long, as there were items on the Clearance Rack that where newly listed and gone before my friends could place their order … Sad but True!

Today’s featured products …

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Today’s project share comes from Stampin’ Up! using the the Sparkle & Shine Stamp Set and Shine On Specialty Designer Series Paper.  You can give your cards and gifts a vibrant shine when you combine these two products and you can find them in the Occasions catalog. Make sure you get them before they retire!

Here are the lists again ….

RETIRING LIST / PDF File

RETIRING LIST / Excel File

Oh Yes ~ Don’t forget that all of the Exclusive Hostess Stamp Sets retire too … so if you want one of those beautiful sets … Gather your friends and have a book party, or place the order yourself – but do it soon! Here are just a few …

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A Whole Lot of Lovely                                   Best Thoughts                     Happy Birthday, Everyone

OK … I admit it, I have all three because each one works so well. “A Whole Lot of Lovely” is great for Thank You cards, the “Best Thoughts” is beautiful for friends, and “Happy Birthday, Everyone” needs no explanation and is my favorite! I love, love, love, the font!!

Please, please let me know if you have any questions on our retiring products … I don’t want you to miss out on anything.  Last year I saw stamp sets that were on the retiring list that sold out too! Don’t wait.

Thank you for checking out my blog today ~

I hope your Tuesday is Terrific!!

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TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

RETIRING LISTS!! Now Here …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Wanted to be sure to share the retirement lists with you.  Not only are some retiring … but some will be ON SALE!  Remember, once they are gone, they are gone …

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I will post the stamps sets now …

Sale: $24.00

Price: $32.00

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 HERE IS THE PDF … If you would like to download the list (Click Here)

RETIRING “EVERYTHING” ELSE …

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Retiring Products & New Catalog Info …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I really hope you are enjoying this beautiful weekend!

It’s that time of year …

The Retiring Stamps & Accessory List comes out April 18th! 

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SU will be clearing out some things to make room for the new catalog on June 1st (goes up at 3 am MT)   Remember my posts about those outgoing In Colors?   Be sure to get those ink refills and paper BEFORE the 18th as they always sell out on the first day. I will be sharing the Retirement List with you as soon as I get it!!  

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Receiving your new Annual Catalog: 

If you have ordered from me in the past 6 months, I’ve already ordered a new catalog to be sent to you.  If you are a club member you will receive your new catalog in class or in your last order.

If you haven’t ordered with me lately but would still like to receive one, just place an order of $30 or more and I will have a catalog sent to you, and I will send you a “Technique Packet” which includes instructions and cards made with that technique!! USE HOSTESS CODE: KP4XYXXA

Catalogs should be arriving in mailboxes by the 3rd week of May!

If you’re not sure if you have ordered in the past 6 months or not, just leave me a quick note below in the message box, or e-mail me at lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com … I’ll let you know.

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Weekly Deals end this Monday, April 18th at 11:50 pm (MT) … Click here to view.

Please let me know if you have any questions on the information I share with you today.

Thanks much ~

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Excitement is brewing …

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Hello Stampers ~

As some of you know … our Stampin’ Up! On Stage event is happening this weekend (wish I was there) but I’m home preparing for my own very exciting event … Spring Retreat!

Although I cannot share or give you a sneak peek (yet) of my retreat cards, I do have April’s Paper Pumpkin for you!  (DO NOT WATCH VIDEO … If you want to be surprised) Mine came yesterday.  Very exciting from On Stage is a SNEAK PEEK of the May Paper Pumpkin … ah huh!! How cool is that!

Spring is in the air! We’re celebrating with the adorable accent wreath from this month’s kit and the bonus All about Everything Stamp Set! Both are full of fun and make the perfect addition to you springtime décor and gift giving. Enjoy and let’s bring on the spring!

Can’t let the excitement stop there … Here is a sneak peek of the upcoming May Paper Pumpkin kit!

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If you like May’s kit … Click Here to subscribe now (cancel anytime) give it a try.

Subscribe before May 10th for this kit. / Don’t forget … I’m here for you if you have any questions.

So … what did you think?  Plus, you know I’ll be back with more from the April kit, with alternative projects and samples from the “bonus” stamp set!

Thanks for coming by today ~

Have a good one!

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To a Great Friend Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a card to share with you from the Stampin’ Up! files that is so cute and a cute stampin’ tip I didn’t want you to miss ….

Gallery_Sample_02.2015_This card is just full of fun techniques … First let me start with the “Irresistibly Yours” Designer Series Paper (the blue and white).

Color Me Irresistible Specialty Designer Series Paper by Stampin' Up!

It actually comes pre-embossed so you can make it any color you’d like! So whether you spritz the color on like shown in the picture above – and how they did it on our card, or use the sponges or sponge daubers … it’s fun and easy to create any color pallet you want!

The greeting comes from the “Simply Wonderful” stamp set (retired) and is stopped on a tag created using the “Scallop Tag Topper” Punch. What I loved about this and have never tried myself … was to turn the tag upside down!!  How cool is that … it created a whole new look!

Don’t forget my little “go to” flower punch from the “Itty Bitty” Accents punch pack. I add these to many of my cards to add a cute dimension. A little bling in the center and your set.

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Thank You for checking out my blog today. Please let me know if you have any questions on the card or the products that were used. Love to help you.

Have a fabulous Friday!

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Throwback Thursday: WOLF plus a Guest Stamper!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

We are past the hump and heading for the weekend … that’s always a good thing! Hope you are having a good day!

Today I’d like to share with you one of my favorite “wish I wouldn’t have sold that” … stamp set! The Wolf stamp set was always a favorite of mine, and so easy to use.

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I’m sure many of you recognize this stamp set.  If you’re lucky … you still own it!!

The card I’m showing you today, I demonstrated many, many times.

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The contrasting colors “Eggplant & Olive” really made the card pop! I also added the same color highlights with our “then” chalks (miss them dearly too!).   I then trimmed some of the edges with our “Deckle” scissors!  Am I bringing back some memories!?

We do still carry the Crystal Effects which really look cool in the wolfs eyes.

I also want to share a beautiful card that I received as a swap last Friday; Created by Bonnie K.  She did the “Dazzling Diamond Dust” technique on the card and I find it just stunning!

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Did you notice the embellishment wrapped around the “grosgrain” ribbon … more flashbacks from the past!  Such a pretty card.

I hope you enjoy my “Throwback Thursdays” … they are meant to inspire you to pull out your older stamp sets and use them again. It’s not about getting you to buy something, but to use your supplies and just enjoy the art of stamping ❤

Thank you for sharing a part of your day with me!

Have a happy day ~

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Class of 2016!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share with you a card that Stampin’ Up! posted by one of their Artisan stampers: Amy O’Neill (Artisan Design Team 2015–2016).

I’ve seen so many birthday and anniversary cards done with the The Number of Years Stamp Set (item 140653) and coordinating Large Numbers Framelits Dies (item 140622) that I thought this was just perfect …

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Perfect timing and truly the first time I’ve seen a graduation card!  Love it… She began with a watercolor wash on our watercolor paper.

The “Congrats to You” sentiment comes from the Tin of Cards Stamp Set (item 138946) – one of my favorites.

Hope you enjoyed … thanks for dropping in.

Have a wonderful day ~

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Weekly Deals ….

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share the Weekly Deals and an announcement with you …

Stampin’ Up! has sold out of the Washi Label Punch (item 138296) and will not be getting any more in stock; this item will remain not orderable. They will refund any backorders received for this item.  

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Last Tuesday I let you know that our Weekly Deals will be going away and a new form of promotion will be coming – however, not on a weekly basis.

Let me just say … they are leaving with a bang!! These items are incredible, enjoy!

Sale: $13.50

Price: $18.00

Sale: $24.75

Price: $33.00

Sale: $2.25

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Don’t forget to order your 2014 – 2016 In-Color items … they will be retiring and when that list comes out they will be GONE … Quickly. NOW is the best time.

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Cardstock and Ink Refills go VERY QUICKLY … usually before the day ends when the retirement list comes out, so don’t wait! I don’t want to see you miss out on the very important refills.

PLEASE let me know if you have any questions concerning the information I have shared with you today. I’m happy to help.

Thank you for stopping by.

I wish you a most wonderful day ~

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Guest Stamper: Linda K.

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Sorry I missed you yesterday but the flu bug caught me … not surprised with the weird weather we’ve been having! One day it’s almost 70° and the next it’s 34° and slushing outside … YUK!! 

I’m sure that all of us here in Wisconsin are wondering where Spring is?? Even the robins look confused!

Anyhow … I have a special card I’d like to share with you today, it’s a Birthday card I got from one of my stampers: Linda K.

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Don’t you just love the big bold flower! It is amazing what we can do with punches. The layers of browns are beautiful and then the pop of Delightful Dijon (or may have been More Mustard) really draws you into the card … Love it!

This is an easy card to make with just a few punches, but with the detail in layering, Linda made this card look stunning. You’ll also notice the pop of the newsprint designer paper … so handy to have around because it works great on so my types (man, women, birthday, etc.) and styles!

Hope you enjoyed today’s card share as much as I did receiving it!  Thanks again Linda for such a beautiful card, and to everyone else who reached out on my birthday. Much appreciated… sure know how to make me feel special.

Have a wonderful day today ~

Thanks so much for stopping by.

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Today’s the Last Day …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today is the last day to sign up for our April Paper Pumpkin Kit and get a …

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Stampin’ Up! Announced that in celebration of the 3 year “birthday” of Paper Pumpkin, and ALSO in celebration of sending out over ONE MILLION KITS, they are giving all current Paper Pumpkin subscribers an extra FREE stamp set in their April Kit!

That’s in addition to the stamp set that comes in every kit!

How can you get one?  Be sure you are a current subscriber, with either an ongoing subscription (get that here), or, that you have purchased a 1-month, 3-month, 6-month, or 12-month subscription (get those here).  Deadline to sign up is 4/10/16 to receive the EXTRA free set in your April kit!  If you are already a subscriber, it will be in your April box!

Here is the kit and the projects you can make! Mine is very different but I want you to see that you can use your kit as you please (although these projects are really cute!).

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This is “MY” alternative project from the kit … Use them as they come, or create something new!

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Try it out in April and get an extra FREE Exclusive Stamp Set, then keep on going or stop at any time.

Thank you for coming over and spending your time with me today.

Have an awesome Friday!

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NEW Items on Clearance Rack!!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

If you’re like me, you keep an eye on that Clearance Rack … it’s always nice to pick up our stampin’ supplies at a discount (and some of these are huge)!

Here are a few of my favorites that were just added …

Home for Christmas Enamel Dots by Stampin' Up!

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Price: $4.00 $1.60
Dress up your projects in dotty style. These adhesive dots pop with color wherever you put them.

* 72 pieces total: 12 each of 3 color in 2 sizes
* 1/4″, 5/16″ |6,4 mm, 8 mm
* Adhesive on back
* Mossy Meadow, Real Red, Very Vanilla

ONLY $1.60 … that is a ridiculous price!  Just because they say Christmas does not mean you have to use them only for Christmas… with colors like Mossy Meadow, Real Red and Very Vanilla – Oh Yea!

But if your thinking abour your Christmas Cards for next year …

To You & Yours Shaker Cards Project Kit by Stampin' Up!

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Price: $24.00 $9.60
Shake it up, baby! Your holiday cards will stand out from the others, thank to these easy-to-create shaker frame cards. Folded size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ | 10.8 x 14 cm.

Kit includes
* White die-cut card fronts and envelopes
* Printed foil card bases
* Window sheets, 3-3/8″ x 3-3/4″ | 8.6 x 9.5 cm
* Gold self-adhesive foil stars
* “Joy” and “Merry & Bright” word stickers in three languages: English, French, and German
* Christmas tree and circle stickers
* Red metallic Baker’s Twine
* Star sequins
* Red, green, and gold sequins
* Dimensional adhesive strips and Stampin’ Dimensionals
* Chunky clear glitter

Coordinating colors: Cucumber Crush, gold, Real Red, silver, white

Love Shaker Cards and you’ll have 18 cards when you have finished making yours … 6 each of 3 designs.

Here’s another fun project that you can do with the kids …

Oh What Fun Tag Project Kit by Stampin' Up!

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Price: $21.00 $8.40
Step up your tag game and make gift tags that will surprise and delight. Makes 30 tags total: 10 designs, 3 of each.

Complete the kit using the Oh What Fun Stamp Set (item 139843). Stamps, ink, and adhesive sold separately. Instructions included.

Kit includes
* Sheets of tags and shapes
* Gold and red glitter die-cut shapes
* Silver foil snowflakes and doilies
* 1″ Dotted Lace Trim
* Baker’s Twine
* Thick Baker’s Twine
* Silver sequins
* Large pressed wood gold glittered snowflakes
* Small gold bows
* Silver bells

Coordinating colors: Garden Green, gold, Mint Macaron, Real Red, silver, Smoky Slate, white

These are really cute to add to your cards too! Tags on cards have been “hot” in stampin’ for a while… it adds a fun and whimsical look to your cards.

So now you’ve seen my favorites … what items do you love on the Clearance Rack?

I’m so glad when Stampin’ Up! adds items to the Clearance Rack because then I can add them to my cards for you! I don’t like to use items on my cards that you cannot purchase. Some of the items that came out on the list are gone already … hope these are still here for you!!

Here are the rest of the products on the Clearance Rack …

Sale: $13.77

Price: $22.95

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Sale: $16.20

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Price: $7.95

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Price: $16.95

Sale: $14.97

Price: $24.95

Thank you for joining me today. Let me know if you have any questions … I’d love to help.
Have a wonderful day ~
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Throwback Thursday: Tea Anyone?

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Had a wonderful night stampin’ with my Technique club last night. A wonderful group of ladies and it was just what I needed … I’ve been working hard in my stampin’ studio on my retreat and it was so nice to interact with my stampin’ friends face to face. Wish I could have you all over!

Today for Throwback Thursday, we are going back to March 2012 to the “Tea Shoppe” stamp set … oh I loved this set! Here are some of the cards that we made using this set!

Today we have the “A Nice Cuppa” stamp set, and you can bundle it with the “Cups & Kettles” Framlits Dies…. What did we do before them!? Lots of fussy cutting! Ugh!  I LOVE FRAMELITS & PUNCHES!

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This fun layout and color combination is what I really loved with this next card! Early Espresso (what else) and Pool Party … so nice together.

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There were so many cute cards created with this set but this will be my favorite. Did you notice the corner of the card front is tucked behind the “you suit me to a tea” …. hmmm!

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That’s because it locks the fun fold together. It’s like a card inside of a card (sorry for the poor photo quality) and the back is embossed to highlight the inner card. Unique and fun.

Now with the fun designer paper from the “Have a Cuppa” product suite … it all coordinates including the stamp set, cardstock and embellishments!  Check it out on page 34 and 35 of the Occasions Catalog. (click on the catalog on the right to view).

I hope this inspired you to create some fun projects using our new “tea cup” stamp set!

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Thank you for sharing a part of your day with me.

Have a good one ~

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SUGGESTED PRODUCTS …

You Make Me Happy

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

A quick post for you on this wonderful Wednesday. A cute card created by Stampin’ Up! that I thought I should share …

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There are day’s we’re looking for quick and easy cards and this one fits the bill! I like that this card is also gender neutral … well maybe we should take off the doily if you were going to give it to a man! You decide.

The color pallet fairs well with Crumb Cake and Pool Party Cardstock accented by the “Fresh Prints” designer series paper stack. The greeting is stamped in Real Red using the “Perfect Pennants” stamp set.

You will definitely want to make sure you pick up the “Banners Framelits” dies so you don’t have to fussy cut any of your banners … much quicker running it through the BigShot.

Quick -n- Easy … hope that’s how your day goes.

Thanks for dropping in on me today.

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Weekly Deals … Woowza!!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I am here today with some awesome Weekly Deals and some news …

Stampin’ Up! will be replacing the Weekly Deals with a  better promotion called Special Offers. These Special Offers will occur every few months with more products and discount tiers than Weekly Deals (that’s exciting). The last sets of Weekly Deals will be April 5-18.

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Check out all the great products they’re reducing for us this week! Three sets of framelits, 3 punches, and more!

Ummm … can I just say “if you haven’t ordered the Sunburst or Rose Garden Thinlits – may I suggest you do so now while they are on sale!”  These are two of the products that will be showcased at my annual Spring Retreat and you are going to want them after you make these cards 🙂

Sale: $3.75

Price: $5.00

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Sale: $16.50

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Price: $29.00

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Here are a couple of the Sunburst card samples that I posted earlier …

Please let me know if you have any questions regarding the changes in the Weekly Deals or with the products on sale this week. You can leave a message below or e-mail me at: lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com

Thank you for stopping by ~

Have a wonderful day.

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