Minster Matters - Issue 234 - April 21

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Pawfection

Most of us are getting the jab and cases are falling, so Dog Grooming Service
perhaps it is a good sign that things are starting to get All Breeds Welcome
back to normal.
Won’t it be wonderful to get out and about again and Kind Professional Service
do the things we used to take for granted. Fully Insured
We at the Twinning Association can’t wait till we
can have a meeting so that we can plan for the year Professionally Trained
ahead.
We are not sure when we will be able to meet up with Gemma & Sandie
our French friends, but hopefully sometime this year. 69 High Street, Minster, CT12 4AB

01843 825 841

NORTHROP SERVICES

KITCHEN & BATHROOM FITTING
Tiling, Plastering

& General Maintenance
HOME DECORATING

Interior & Exterior
Local, Reliable & Experienced

Contact Paul or Tracy
01843 823 646

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Many other

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Call for details or go to

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(Minster based business)

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COVID-19 VACCINATION PROGRAMME - UPDATE
Minster Surgery are currently holding their vaccination clinics in the Saga Vaccination
Centre at Westwood Cross on a Tuesday and Thursday, and invitations are being sent
out to all vulnerable and at-risk patients and all those over the age of 50. Currently we
are receiving the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine and it is anticipated that second doses
of the vaccine will be given after Easter, throughout mid-April. We are awaiting
confirmation of the next delivery of the Pfizer vaccine and priority will be given to
those patients awaiting their second dose of this.
Please note; Once you have had your vaccination you may be asked to sit and wait for
a few minutes, depending upon individual circumstances.
Also: Please DO NOT contact the surgery to make an appointment for a vaccine - The
surgery will contact you.
Community Transport Service
If you have transport difficulties getting to the Vaccination Centre you can book this
free service direct on Thanet 60 20 30.

WE ARE “OPEN FOR BUSINESS” AS USUAL
Should you need to make an appointment to see a healthcare professional, you will
receive a telephone triage call from a GP to help determine your correct need,
resulting in a safer more professional approach and help limit the number of patients
attending the surgery at the same time.

NATIONAL LOCKDOWN ROADMAP
With the next stage “The Rule of Six”, which came into effect on 29th March, Please
DO NOT get complacent, exercise caution and follow the rules
For everyone's safety:

Remember: “Wash Hands” “Cover Face” “Make Space” “Fresh Air In”
And Above all “PROTECT THE NHS”

New Persistent cough? Loss Taste/Smell? High Temperature?
Book a Test - Call 119

SURGERY CLOSURE DAYS
EASTER HOLIDAY: Closed Good Friday 2nd and Easter Monday 5th April
SPRING BANK HOLIDAY: Closed Monday 3rd May
If you need to see a doctor during these times please call 111 for non-urgent
confidential help and advice for you and your family. For COVID-19 help and advice -
Call 119.
For urgent/life threatening cases call 999 as normal.

REPEAT PRESCRIPTIONS
Please ensure you have sufficient medication to last you through these difficult times
and repeat prescription requests are submitted in good time to allow for the increased
demand, both at the surgery and at the various pharmacies.

PATIENT LIAISON GROUP AGM
Normally we would hold our AGM in
April, during which we would also
present our Annual Accounts.
However, due to Covid-19 restrictions
we will have to defer it until May, with
a tentative date of Thursday 6th May,
which we will confirm in our May
Newsletter. In the meantime, if you
have any issues or concerns you would
like to raise please contact either Ken
Self on 821200, Jeanne Lawrence on
821049 or email [email protected]

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MY MEMORIES

Some of my memories that are locked away in

my pirate chest are trying to escape, even though

the padlock is no substitute for their capture to

stop them shaking hands with the devil.

These so-called past tenses keep bouncing off

the walls and echo within the fragments of my

mind. They are sometimes dislodged and strewn

at every sound of these relentless stories of my

past, yet to find.

I cannot circumvent these little aliens in my mind,

some of which are no stranger to fiction.

I wish I could shuffle my memories like a pack

of cards and be a conjurer and magic the best

ones to the top.

Some of the bad one’s try to crucify the best of

the good ones, some of which are iridescent in the

fading light of my family so young and so bright.

Oh! this roller coaster of life seems relentless in

it's action of repetitive swaying of my personal life.

I wish that I could swashbuckle alongside some

of the pirates locked in my chest.

I would serenade those that chose to be by my

side even though we would be outnumbered, the

fight would be testament to the proven words.

Good will always win over Evil.

I will always foster the good ones

Property Management Services and delete the others. This will now
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be my signature tune of the need to
Simon Smith, trading as Habeo Homes, has 20 years
experience in handling property portfolios for landlords and keep only the good ones for the rest

home owners. of my life locked away in my pirates

If you have a property enquiry and require the personal chest next to my mother’s.
approach backed up with local knowledge, be sure to contact Terry Webster

Simon of Habeo Homes.

Telephone – 01843 842 843 Email – [email protected]
www.habeohomes.co.uk

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IN LOO OF SHEEP MY MOON

I cannot sleep anymore with these toilet rolls My moon is not made of cheese as lots of

rolling around inside my head. people suggest, there is a bit of mine made

I pretend I don’t see them and pretend they out of cake which most people say is the best.

are sheep instead. 1, 2, 3, jump etc, before The cow must have jumped over the moon

sleep hits me like J. ARTHUR RANKS because of all of the footprints like cow pats

HAMMER. all over the place.

Sometimes they all congregate in a pile and Some are really funny shaped and some are

then it gives me an impediment and I start to shaped like the human face.
stammer, These white fluffy toilet rolls are just But the streets of the moon are real with a
like a cloud.
real name, like Oxbridge Avenue, Watershed
With their different textures like dimpled, 2 ply, Way, Zirconium
3 ply patterned or smooth, extra long ,extra
strong, perfect perforations they seem to sing Street, Trump Close which is only one way.
out so loud. The rulers on the moon didn’t have a say.
But jump they do like an irresponsible child The man in the moon may have a curved
with frolics and more. Sometimes my head says face, but the astronauts when they landed
I am going to make a stance but they carry on taught him a lesson when they beat him at
jumping without giving me a chance. golf and he fell from grace.
I try to think of other things to keep me sane, There is life on the moon as well as on Mars.
alas mostly to no avail, it is so inane. Lots of people all over the world aspire to
But the signal is I think they listen and can hear believe it is there, but beware too many
the duvet being folded back at eleven. people walking on the surface tend to make it

Sometimes I think I will thwart them and go to wear.
If only humanity could find water on the
bed at seven.
moon or on Mars, we could use these as
But they remain alert with the senses of a
sniper laying in wait coiled up like a viper with stepping stones to everywhere in the solar
fangs at the ready to strike at my subconscious system and visit every one of those brightly
shining stars.
mind ready to do their rock and roll

without music of any kind. We could plant jasmine of yellow and white

Terry Webster and everlasting colourful flowers all over the

place for posterity and more.

We could build houses with windows and a

proper door.

Everything would be innocuous to this place

of beauty and this could be the saviour of

humanity or even all of mankind.

So, let’s make my moon a place where we

can all flourish and propagate.

BUT NOT JUST IN MY HEAD, OR DREAMS,

OR MY MIND.

Terry Webster

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MAX CARPET CLEANING PCSO REPORT

CARPET CLEANING FOR THE 21st CENTURY Here we are for another input of advice. This
A completely dry carpet cleaning service!

And that means: - month I want to talk about burglary.
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Simple things you can do to prevent becoming a victim are: keep
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keys, cash and expensive items out of view, use timer switches on

For all your hairdressing needs, lights and radios to make your house look occupied.

and in the comfort of your own home Keep all doors and windows locked and secure boundary gates.

PPHOONNEEDDIAIANNE:E: Lock away bikes, tools and garden items that may be used to
0108148343848040995522oorr0077584462545287913651 break into your home.
You should also photograph expensive items for reference when
From Perms to Cuts, Highlights to Sets, you need to report an incident and where possible security mark
Ladies, Gents and Children welcome items they can be marked with your postcode and house number.

Thanet Mobile Keep expensive jewellery locked away in a safe or strong box.

Do you suffer from Clinic For further advice and guidance ask to speak to your PCSO.

Corns ~ Callus/Dry Skin ~Fungal Infection Adrian Butterworth

Thickened Nails ~ Ingrowing Toenails COMMUNITY WARDEN REPORT

Unable to cut your own nails? Hi Minster
 The weather is improving and more of us are
All treated in the comfort of your own home getting Covid jabs, but I’m not here to talk
Covid in this piece as I’m sure you’re all fed up
Evening and Weekend Calls Available
07773 053 714 or 07570 791 953

Debbie Mardell

SAC Dip FHPT * SAC Dip FHPP * MRFHP

hearing about it.

PAINTING & DECORATING Instead, I’m going to ask for your help, as were

By NIGEL MATHER allowed out, and clubs etc start to open in the
future weeks and months, could you please let me know, as it’s
Your Local Professional Decorator always good to have an idea of what’s going on and available in
Bringing High Quality Decorating the village.
I’d like to promote what you’re doing to the residents I meet and
to your home (or business) hopefully come along to introduce myself when permitted, I had
Interior & Exterior - No Job too Small  just started to do this when I first started in the village over a
year ago now then Covid struck, so I’m keen to do this again
Clean Reliable Service
Free Advice & Problem Solving
Free estimates without obligation

Tel: 822 946

Mob: 07811 780 492

24 High St., Minster CT12 4BU

when appropriate to do so, as I know is your PCSO.

Pet and Domiciliary Service You can contact me via email or phone my details are in Minster

Going Away? At work all day? Matters on page 2, and please do contact me if you think I can
Going into hospital? help you. If I can’t directly, I usually have an idea of the person or

DAILY VISITS organisation that might be able to.
PADS offers a trustworthy and secure

service for the care of your home and pets  Keep safe Minster

when you are absent

Fully Insured - References on request Karl Aylett Community Warden
Please call 01843 850 165
Contact: 07811 271 299 Email: [email protected]
or ring 07889 202 302

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Branching Out MATT CLARK

Driveways, Patios ( A Minster based business)
Fencing, Decking
Resin Bound Surfacing
Gary:- 07834 594 599

www.checkatrade.com/branchingout

Jamie-Lee’s Pet Parlour BS7671 Part 'P'
Qualified Registration
Minster Electrical
Engineer No
My name is Jamie-Lee EPP2390
and I am a professionally
trained Dog Groomer, All Electrical Work Undertaken
with over 5 years of
experience working in a Free Quotations ~ Competitive Prices
busy salon. I provide a Quality Workmanship ~ Fully Guaranteed
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using the best salon Call Nic 825 094 / 0771 458 0978
equipment and products.
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the breed standard in a
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Tel: 07928 619 101 You can now enjoy us
Email: [email protected] from the comfort of your HOME!
Web: www.jlpetparlour.com
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Minster Bowls Club, Molineux Road,
Minster CT12 4DW

Minster Bowls Club opens on
Saturday 17th April 2021 at 2pm

Bowls is a great form of exercise
and good for all ages and abilities.

Free tuition for novice and
seasoned bowlers alike.

New Members welcome!
Come and try it out

Our Club will provide you with both
Outdoor and Short Mat (indoor).

There is a licensed bar during
Matches – Competitions

Social Evenings - Entertainment Nights
Quiz Nights - Barbecues

For further details
Email: [email protected]
Phone: Derek: 07833 686 211 Steve: 07915 748 893

Caroline: 07873 257 395

Est 1980 MINSTER POST OFFICE

VILLAGE GLASS Opening Times 821291

WINDOWS - DOORS Mon - Fri 8am - 5.30pm
CONSERVATORIES etc Sat 8am - 1pm
. Mails
Free Quotations . Travel Money
Tel 01843 821 147 . Money Gram
. Cash Withdrawals/Deposits
including Answerphone . Motor Vehicle Licence
. Cards/gifts, wool & DIY Items

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Trutek Computers Ltd

We continue to hold virtual meetings via Zoom but members of the public For All Your Computer Requirements:
are still welcome to join the meeting from the comfort of their home; the Repairs - Servicing & Accessories

details of the Zoom link are available on the noticeboard and on the website. Computers Built To Specification

Community Warden Karl Aylett and Police Community Support Officer Laptop Sales

Butterworth said that February had been a quiet month and there were signs For Further Advice & Help
of people coming out again as the weather improved. There was some Please Contact Us On:

discussion about the illegal use of the skate park in lockdown. Both have 01227 375 088
advised people on numerous occasions and we are grateful for their
perseverance and patience in dealing with these selfish and thoughtless www.trutek.co.uk
Visit us at 147 High St, Herne Bay

people. Unfortunately, they have no power to do more than that. It seems

that despite regular attendance by warranted Police officers no fines had

been issued, which is disappointing. QUALIFIED FOOT HEALTH

PCSO Butterworth said there had been report of poaching on the marshes, PROFESSIONAL
and theft from a motor vehicle as well as nuisance motor bikes on farmland.

He replied to a question on electric scooters on the footpath, confirming David Oakley MCFHP, MAFHP
that this is illegal.

District Cllr. Roper confirmed that Public Space Protection Orders are All forms of Services and Treatments

shortly to be in force and cover many of the offences that used to be dealt available for Foot and Nail care

with under byelaws, including anti-social behaviour; the offences can be Corns, Calluses, Bunions, Hammer-toe,
dealt more easily by fixed penalty notice with fines of £100. This will be Ingrown nails, Nail deformities,
particularly useful in the seafront areas as large numbers of visitors are
expected as the weather improves. Infection control for Athletes foot and Fungal
He reported that Thanet Multi-Agency Taskforce is now working with Nail infections, Verrucas,
people and families with complex problems, the vaccine programme is
Hard skin removal and Diabetic footcare

working well and reminded everyone that testing continues and this is We provide personal and reliable treatment in

important with new variations developing. the comfort of your own home, nursing or

The Chairman reported that there is no confirmation that legislation to hold residential care home or hospital

remote council meetings will be extended so there is an expectation that Day, evening, weekend appointments
face-to-face meetings will be resumed in June. available by arrangement
The Clerk said that the additional yellow lines are working well, particularly

in facilitating the smooth flow of buses in Monkton Road. Incidents of poor Tel: 01843 866 601

parking remain an issue and will be passed to TDC to assist with Mob: 07749 999 584

enforcement. PCSO Butterworth advised that ‘Speedwatch’ will be

attending the lower end of Tothill Street as yellow lines can result in an

increase in traffic speed. Kevin P. Smith

After the sad passing of Clive Attwell, Members were asked to consider how YOUR LOCAL BUILDER
the family, who had provided a focal point in the village for many years,
For all your building requirements,
could be remembered. It was agreed that Karen Brazil could place a
extensions or loft conversions,
memorial bench on the grass area opposite Attwells. Also, following
driveways and walls
suggestions from other residents, the council will liaise with developers

about the possibility of having a new street named after the family. For a visit and a free quotation

Cllr. Burden is still seeking a venue for the Shed Project but in the meantime give me a call

will hire the Pavilion for meetings to plan how to progress the issue.

Yet again, the meeting debated the subject of dog fouling, which appears to t: 312 010
have worsened. Last year we increased the bins and added maps to show m: 07989 578 169
where bins are located. It was not thought that naming and shaming was

appropriate; however, we can show the TDC Dog Warden CCTV images

and, if we can identify the offenders, he can advise or fine. More signs are

being considered.

Cllr. Quittenden updated on a Rural Transport seminar he had attended

remotely; electric vehicles were strongly promoted and a plan to reduce

road deaths to zero by 2050 was discussed.

Cllr. Crow-Brown has been nominated to stand for one of the KCC

Councillor posts in the forthcoming elections.



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PCsoyncshuilctant TheHroalpisistitc MINSTER FLAG FLYING DIARY

For April

On all other dates we will normally be flying
the Minster Village flag

Online/Telephone various readings Apr 9th Charles & Camilla’s Union
Tarot also moon readings guidance Wedding
Anniversary (16yrs)
and general consultations
Tuition also available
Specialist in the craft

Experienced/Totally confidential

Various diplomas inc Apr 21st HM Queen Union
NPL(neuro linguistic programming Elizabeth II
Birthday (95)
practitioner)
Professional tarot reader diploma

Regression meditation

Also, handmade wish bags/amulets Apr 23rd St Georges Day St Georges Cross
made to order

Feel free to call me for a chat
to find out more

Sharni

[email protected] Apr 29th William & Union

07976 243 253 Catherine’s

It's not just a job it's a passion .. Wedding
I'm here to help
Anniversary (10yrs)

April 2021 Minster Matters 15

Pastoral Letter
We are well and truly into Spring now, a season characterised by warmth,
light, life, and hope. This year in particular, Spring brings with it that sense of
refreshment and renewal as it heralds the gradual easing of lockdown
measures. Once more this season we will be able to venture out from our
homes, engaging with those people and activities we have been without for
the better part of a year. This is a time of hope as we look forward to a return
to normality, a world in which we do not have to live in fear every time we
step outside our doors or receive a package. We live in hope of that day soon
when we can see friends for dinner, sit in a café for an afternoon, see a film,
or even just shake hands with someone or receive a hug.
But just because we have this to look forward to, does not mean that the
world will look exactly as it once did. We will have each lost family, friends,
livelihoods, opportunities, experiences. The streets and paths we will be able
to walk with impunity will look different as the pandemic and the passage of
time have affected them. The list of those we knew prior to lockdown will be
altered as people have changed in our absence and as we have developed
new and unexpected relationships.
At the beginning of April, the Church will celebrate Easter – the Resurrection
of Jesus Christ. The Gospel reading for this day is John 20:1-18 which
describes Mary Magdalene’s discovery that Jesus’ burial tomb is empty and
her encounter with the resurrected Jesus. This passage ends with perhaps
one of the most simple, and yet profound verses in the entire Bible, ‘I have
seen the Lord’ (John 20:18). This verse does not undo everything that has
happened, it does not deny or gloss-over the fact that Mary watched her
teacher be harassed, publicly shamed, tortured and executed. Rather, it is a
statement of profound truth and hope. This simple statement acknowledges
the pain of the past, but signals the beginning of a future filled with untold
possibilities and one that is ultimately characterised by joy and hope.
As we begin to leave lockdown behind us, and emerge from the tomb into
the light of a new season, I invite you not to forget about the pain we have
felt, to learn from the experiences we have had, and to rejoice in the fruit
that has borne during lockdown. It is these memories and reflections which
will guide us in this new season, and help us to make the most of it.
Michael Darkins – April 2021

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Kate’s Puddings – what’s cooking?

I know when spring is on the way when I start feeling like Box Office, Fordoun Road, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 2BN T: 01843 863701
making ice cream again!   Here's a two in one recipe for [email protected] - [email protected] –
honeycomb ice cream - either with an ice cream maker, or
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it.  And the ice cream is divine!
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Honeycomb Ice Cream THE SARAH THORNE THEATRE

Honeycomb:            3oz/85g caster sugar COMPANY IS ADHERING TO

             2tbsp clear honey or golden syrup GOVERNMENT INSTRUCTIONS.
             1 tsp bicarbonate of soda

Grease (well) a non-stick baking tray with a light oil.   Heat the WE ARE NOW IN HIBERNATION. THE

sugar and syrup/honey in a pan, stirring until the sugar has STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS ARE

melted.  Bring to the boil and allow it to boil until it is pale RESTING.
caramel coloured (it will darken later)

Take it off the heat, throw in the bicarbonate of soda and then IF THE GOVERNMENT ALLOWS
mix it up with a metal whisk.  It will foam uncontrollably.  Pour it
into the baking tray to cool it down.  After about half an hour, it THEATRES TO RE-OPEN IN THE
SPRING OF 2021 WE WILL.

should be cool and crisp.  Break into large pieces for eating, or WE HAVE POSTPONED OUR ANNUAL
smaller pieces for the ice cream, and make sure you keep all the
PANTOMIME “PUSS IN BOOTS” TO
crumbs.

Ice Cream:      ½ pint/300ml double cream NEXT YEAR.
                         ½ pint/300ml milk
                         4oz/100g sugar Book by calling the Box Office on 01843 863701 (Mon
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                         3 egg yolks ) or go to the web site www.sarahthornetheatre.co.uk

Warm the milk/cream in a pan until blood temperature.  Beat for details of how to book Online.

the eggs, vanilla and sugar in a bowl, add the milk and cream VILLAGE
and then pour it all back into the pan.  Stir lovingly for about 2
minutes but don’t let it boil or it will split, then allow to

cool.  Pour into an ice cream maker and churn until thick.   At VOICES
the end, add the honeycomb pieces/crumbs and mix in, and top

with more pieces. Every Wednesday Evening
6.00pm - 7.30pm
Honeycomb Ice Cream – no egg version
Would you like to join us?
Ice Cream:       1 pint/600ml
whipping cream Just ring Mr. O on
                      1 small tin
condensed milk
                       1 tsp vanilla

Make the honeycomb as 017914 623 287
above.   Whip the cream *All Welcome*
until it is thickening and
fold it into the condensed If you enjoy singing we’d love to see you
milk.  Add the honeycomb and fold it in, keeping some back for there
the top.   Pour the mixture into a plastic container and
freeze.   You do not need to stir this mixture as it is freezing. No need to be able to read music
and no auditions
Check my blog for more recipes:
https://katespuddings.blogspot.co.uk villagevoiceschoir.org.uk
Both of my cookbooks are available from COSI in Wincheap, or We are meeting via Zoom at
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Booking the Multi Use Games Area RED RECYCLING BAGS
The MUGA will be open for public use most
of the time. It is available for Minster BLUE & BLACK LIDDED BINS
School to use for sports activities and also BROWN & SILVER FOOD BINS
for clubs, groups and individuals to book
for tennis, volleyball and netball. TDC now require payment for replacements
Bookings i.e. when the MUGA is (unless they can be repaired)
See their website here:
unavailable to the public
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to the main information sign at the
entrance gate. or ring
To make a booking please contact the Customer Services on 01843 577 115
Parish Clerk.
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Tel: 01843 821 339 If you don’t have a plan for what happens to your estate…
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To book this facility please contact the Parish Clerk, & Plumbing No 203531
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Guided tours of the Church and Tower are

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normal times.

GuidedPlease email [email protected]

to book a tour, prior to the day of your

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