-Sarah
Monday, March 30, 2009
Pictures From Home
Patrice asked if I could post some pictures of the day. They started dressing changes about an hour ago and from upstairs it sounds like it's going pretty well so far. Not sure if Patrice will have a chance to get on here tonight but please continue to pray for Jonah's transition home.
-Sarah
-Sarah
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Praise God for his goodness - so glad you guys are all home. I am praying he'll settle in quickly - and that God continues to work miracles in your precious son's life... :-)
Welcome Home Jonah!!!
Hope the transition goes smoothly.
Jonah is sooooo adorable!!
Soooooooooooo precious!!!!!
Congrats - still praying for you all
Em
from Australia
Jonah ROCKS!!! So glad you guys are home and settling in. Have been praying during the dressing change time. I miss you guys! I need to schedule some rocking time soon. Love you all!
Melanie
There's no place like home! Praise our Father in heaven! Will continue to pray!!!!
Praise God...what a beautiful sight!
Praise the Lord!! I will stay in prayer for sweet Jonah and your family!
Yeah!!!! I am so happy for you!!!! I just had a question. I was wondering if being buckled into a car seat or being in a swing and all that makes things worse. How do you help it be less stressful on cute Jonah? I guess I am just curious about the logistics of it all...Anyway, congratulations and the prayers will continue. This time for an easy transition!
Oh, I am so glad that you were able to post some pictures. I have been thinking about you all day and the pictures look so awesome! I will continue to pray for a smooth transition for both baby and mommy and daddy! Enjoy your baby boy!
I am SO happy for you that Jonah is home. Your son is so beautiful, I check in every day to see how he is doing, and I'm so glad he is home with his terrific parents.
Praise the Lord! My goodness, he is so beautiful!!! The skin on his face looks great! Congratulation s on your homecoming. Always praying for you guys.
He looks absolutely wonderful!
God bless you guys!!! I am beyond thrilled for you!!!
I know what a relief it is to FINALLY bring your little miracle home.... It can also be a little scary, because you are so used to having the doctors and nurses right there to assure you that everything is going well.....I remember how anxious I was to see the nurse the next morning.....I just needed her to tell me that we were all on the right track....
If you ever need anyone to talk to, please feel free e-mail me!!
p.s. Jonah is sooooooo precious!!!
We are still praying for you guys!!
xoxoxoxo
Alyson
Oh my! He is such a doll, Congratulations :)
Sweet boy!
You all look so happy!
Praying for all of you.
Awesome news. Hope you get some sleep tonight, and don't stay up all night looking at his sweet face.
Continuing to pray that everything goes easy with the transition.
I never knew a family I don't know could grab my heart like you guys. Thank you for continuing to share your amazing story.
PRAISE THE LORD! AHH! I am so excited! THanks so much for posting pictures!
I found your site on Cole's foundation and have been following your journey since. I have never posted before but felt led to do so tonight. I am so happy for you that you have your little boy home with you. I can see on your faces how happy you all are. I can remember as a new mom how excited and terrified I was at the same time when we brought our new baby home. I can only imagine that you feel that way as well only on a much larger scale considering Jonah's special needs. I just want you to know that you are and will do a wonderful job because you are his mother and no one can take care of their baby like a mother can. Have faith in God and faith in yourself. You (and your husband) were chosen to be Jonah's parents for a reason - God always knows what he is doing. I pray that God will continue to bless you and your precious family in a mighty way.
Welcome home! Saying lots of prayers for you all!
WELCOME HOME JONAH
WELCOME HOME BABY BOY!!!!!
I sit here sobbing and called my entire family (all 6) into the living room to watch me cry cause I couldn't talk so I pointed at the computer because I wanted them all to see what we have been praying so hard for. Of course my 11 year old has seen many pictures but the rest of the family is just now joining the picture party.
How wonderful to see YOU MOM and YOU DAD with your beautiful baby boy in YOUR HOME..... CONGRATULATIONS and I will continue to pray for healing.
Hearts and Hugs
Marie
Praise god!!! That is so great!!!
The pictures tell the story -- a happy homecoming -- a day you've been dreaming of. God is good! I give Him the glory for your baby boy doing so well!
Beautiful! Just beautiful! Said a prayer for you tonight as I was rocking my daughter to sleep. Hope your first day - and night - go as smoothly as can be expected, and that Jonah adjusts quickly to his new surroundings.
Blessings on all of you!
YEAH!!!! I'm so happy to see that Jonah's home!! I loved seeing the pictures of him at home!! I will be praying for Jonah tonight and praying that he has a great night. I will also be praying for you! I pray that you are able to get some rest!!
Thats so wonderful he is home! Hope your first night goes smoothly
God Love you !
Welcome home sweet Jonah!!!! You are so loved!!! Congrats mom and dad!!! :) We are checking back daily and covering you in prayer every time Jonah's sweet little face pop's into our heads. :)
Blessings in abundance,
Alison
PTL. Sweet baby boy. He looks great. Praying for more progress.
Leslie
hooray! he's home!
Jonah, you are so beautiful! God loves you so much and is healing you more and more every day! Congrats, Williams family!!!
Thank you God for your faithfulness!!!
That last picture of Jonah is stunning...I mean his skin looks flawless! It's remarkable the difference one month and a gazillion prayers can make! Thank you sweet Jesus!!!
So glad you guys are home. We are still praying!!!
YAAAAYYYYY!!!! It's so great to see him where he belongs at home with mommy and daddy. Thanks for sharing the pictures. I have a feeling God and Jonah have some BIG plans for the future and you should be very excited.
WELCOME HOME GUYS!!!!!!! ;)
I think that he LOOKS absolutely Adorable at home!
And, I forgot! Those HUGE Blue EYES are to DIE for!
It is so wonderful to see Jonah where he belongs! Many blessings to you as you adjust to having your baby boy at home with you.
oh my goodness!!! He's so incredibly wonderful!!!!! I truly can see the fingerprints of God all over that sweet, sweet baby. I'm so glad we got to see pics. You've been on my mind and heart today. I'll pray for a wonderful first night home.
Daisy (alabama)
This is one adorable dude! I hope everything goes well for you guys! He is definitely a fighter, I'm so glad you guys have made it this far together.
Thank you for the pictures - He is SO beautiful. What a precious boy he is and he is surrounded by a loving family and is a gift from God. Continuing to pray.
What an absolute darling.
I am so happy he is home! Happy for you ALL!! Praying he keeps on improving in all areas. Keeps eating, stays painfree, sleeps good...Congrats. And God bless. The pictures are beautiful!
Thanks for the photos, they are AWESOME!!!
Oh God Is GOOD!
Welcome Home Jonah!
Oh my! Oh my! The pictures tell the story of today, no need for words. So much love going your way. We love you!
The Bright Family
So happy to hear Jonah is home and praying he adjusts quickly to his new surroundings. Love those deep blue eyes! Simply beautiful!
Gail
Annapolis, MD
WELCOME HOME!!
We have been saying prayers for you and Jonah all day. Extra prayers for tonight!! The first night home is always the hardest. Good luck sleeping to all of you. It will likely be hardest for you Mommy! :)
Welcome home, Baby Jonah!!!!
You are and forever will be a special little boy!!! The smiles on your parents faces show how happy they are to bring home their most precious gift!! Jonah, you are so loved......
Praying for a smooth transition and many blessings and smiles will continue...
heidi c., IN
YAY!!!! I think he's looks better already!!!!! Congrats!!!!!
Yeah! Thanks for the pics. Jonah looks so cute, as usual! I'll be praying for a smooth transition, and easy dressing changes, and ultimately for Jonah's healing.
Millie and Colin-HLHS
God is good!.. Congratulations on bringing your Little Man home!!!
Continues Prayers! Jara in Iowa
Our God is an Awesome God!!!!!
Welcome Home, Jonah.
Becky
Praising God and rejoicing with you!!! May the Lord bless you and give you the grace and strength to minister to your precious Jonah. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen in High Point, NC
I am sooooo happy right now looking at your blog. I think Jonah looks even cuter at home!!!! I will still be praying but enjoy that sweet little boy at home.
Thank you so much for posting the pictures. What a happy day for you all! Jonah looks great and those blue eyes are wide open and checking out his new surroundings. I am praying the transition and the bandaging goes well. You will certainly be on my heart tonight. The first night always seems the most stressful. May God Bless you and keep you.
Yay!! Welcome home, Jonah! Praise the Lord! Praying for him to adjust quickly to life at home!
He is SO cute!
Praise the LORD!! Praying for an easy transition! Take care!
Happy Homecoming Jonah!!! The new pics are adorable!!! Hope everything goes as smooth as possible for the 3 of you!!!
I have been prqaying for you... for today... for home. So glad it able to happen and you have your sweet baby with you... God is good!
It does my heart good to see your sweet boy at home, where he belongs. I know you are excited,and I am THRILLED for you! Praying your first night home goes well, and that you all get a little rest.
Very awesome!! I will keep this transition time in prayer. I am so happy you are home with your sweet baby!!! Congrats!!
Congrats to you two and Jonah!! What a beautiful sight seeing him go home!! I hope the transition goes smoothly...it's a day to be remembered always!! Love the pictures :)
He's so precious. I have been following your blog from the beginning and just wanted to let you know that from day one I have been praying for nothing but complete healing. Our God is a God of miracles and I have prayed without doubt that Jonah will be completely healed of his EB. He looks amazing and I am happy that you all finally get to be home together...
=)
Kendahl
I am so happy to read that Jonah is home!! Thanks for sharing the pictures of your beautiful family!! Prayers still going your way for a wonderful transition for you all.
The first day home is always an adjustment, and since he's been in the hospital longer, I'm sure you knew it would be. Hang in there!
YAY! Jonah is home!! So glad we can say that!
Praying for Jonah to adjust well and for everyone to get alittle rest tonight! thanks for sharing your jonah with us!!!
hugs
Wow...he looks so WONDERFUL! What beautifully clear skin and smiles on your faces. I am so happy you are at home!
I'm praying for a smooth transition & quick adjustment for you all. How wonderful to have your sweet baby home! Blessings to your sweet little family! :)
YAY! What a wonderful blessing to be able to bring your sweet baby home! Praying that everything settles into place and Jonah continues to grow and stay healthy and strong :)
Love and hugs for you all from rainy Washington,
Brandy
Congratulations on bringing Jonah home. How wonderful! I hope the transition goes well for all of you.
Still praying for you all.
Welcome home to your sweet man baby, I think Jonah is just adorable. may God bless your sweet family tonight with peace and comfort.God is working in a mighty waythru your sweet Jonah.
prayers to you all
Love Gina
Gritting my teeth and saying...
"I WANT TO EAT HIM UP!!!!!!!!!" over and over to my husband as we celebrate with you.
He looks so great!
Praising God he is H O M E!!
Go, baby, Go!
Congratulations on the big homecoming! I know it is such an exciting time. Praying for you all & Jonah and hoping things transition smoothly at home. He is just too cute!
It is so awesome to see him at home!
I have tears in my eyes as I am seeing these pictures. This makes me so insanely happy. I have been following and praying since almost the very beginning. God is SO good! I will continue to pray, and I am so very, very happy for you!
I am tearing up! He looks so content and healed. I am praying for a easy transition.
Welcome home, Jonah!!! He looks amazing!!!!
Welcome home baby Jonah! I will never forget the day I brought my baby home from the NICU, what a special moment! Praying that all goes well as you settle into your new routine.
Praise God for prayers answered! So glad that you are at home - all together!! We'll keep you in our prayers - for dressing chagnes, pain management, and for a sweet little boy to get used to being in his very own home with Mommy & Daddy. Bless you all!
SW WI MOMMY
Precious, precious! Praise God from whom all blessings flow! Your Jonah is so gorgeous and perfect.
I burst into tears at the beautiful pictures! Congratulations on having him home! Praise God!
So amazing!! I am crazy happy for your family!! I hope things continue to look up from here, I bet it feels awesome to be home with Jonah!! Love the pictures!
Jonah is looking much better! Welcome Home!!
What a beautiful little boy!! Congrats on finally bringing him home! I found your blog from McMama's, and just wanted you to know that you're getting prayers from AZ! You're strength is amazing, and you are definitely showing God's presence in your lives--you should be proud of yourselves for that!
well he may have had a hard time adjusting but he sure does look ALOT better now. i will keep praying for him and you and matt. congrats on being able to bring him home.
Welcome Home Jonah!!!
welcome home jonah!
I am doing somersaults (okay mnaybe not physically!) for you guys! I am so happy your beautiful little boy is home where he belongs! Praise the Lord!
wow, god bless your family. Praying.......
Thank you for sharing your Gift and God's gift. I'm so happy for all.He looks so precious and comfortable in his own bed. Hope the night is as peaceful as he looks. Wonder if you'll get any sleep or just sit and look at him sleep.
LOVE YOU
2SHOES
Welcome Home!
He is such a sweetheart!
I will continue to keep Jonah in my thoughts and prayers.
Welcome home, Jonah!
Congratulations!
Still keeping you all in prayer.
Enjoy him!
So happy to see this...
What a joyous day! Welcome home baby Jonah. Thank you for sharing your beautiful son with us.
PRAISE GOD PRAISE GOD....I am thrilled to see him at home in his mommy's arms!
I absolutely LOVE that bottom picture!!!
Congratulations! I've been following your blog...Praise God that He has brought you this far, to such a special and long awaited for day! I will be praying for you tonight...your 1st night at home with Jonah!
May God continue to guide and bless you as you strive to please and honor Him through all things!
~The B family
I am so happy for you, that you have your precious baby boy home! He is absolutely adorable. I pray that you all will be blessed with a smooth transition, and continue to pray for Jonah's needs. Even though I don't know your family personally, Jonah's story has been a blessing, and an inspiration for me. God Bless you all!
I'm sure it's wonderful to have him home. We had that same baby swing. My babies all loved that swing. He looks so happy.
Welcome home, baby boy! What beautiful pictures of a beautiful family and beautiful moments! LOL I just think its all wonderful.I have prayed for your arrival home to be rocked by your mommy and daddy for a month now. I am thrilled beyond words to see it come to pass today. Now I am excited to watch you grow and see all the other "firsts" in your life. God bless you baby boy you are loved more then you will ever know!
Mel
welcome home miracle baby! you are lookin' so dang cute on your special day! i hope your dressing changes continue to go well, with minimal pain for you and minimal hardship for your parents.
praise Jesus for this day in your life! you are quite a blessing mister jonah!
I am so happy that you guys made it home today. It's bittersweet, I miss him so much, it's strange not having him here in his corner! I hope the first night at home goes well!
Love,
Sabrina
Welcome home! What a wonderful sight to see!
What wonderful news to have him home! Those pictures of him are so priceless, esp the last one where he is sucking the bottle and looking at the camera with those big blue eyes.
Praise Him who loves you and is watching over you guys and Jonah as you take this first steps with him at home.
Luv singingmama
Awwww....thanks for posting the pics....it's good to see him home!
how awesome to see Jonah where he should be!
What a beautiful baby! Congratulations on being home! I have been following your story and praying for sweet Jonah in WV!
Praise God that Jonah is home where he should be with his mommy and daddy! He is such a beautiful little boy and he looks right at home in his swing and bed like he's been there since day one. I'll continue to keep you in my prayers. God Bless
Wow, that's one cute baby. I am sooooo happy and joyful that he has hit this milestone of leaving the hospital. Praise God for his goodness! I know we can't see his hands and feet but the rest of his body looks so much better from those first weeks. I know Jonah has a long road ahead but he has the best Mom and Dad to be there for him. Still praying for no pain and healing.
Karen in Boston
I could cry at those pictures. He is so beautiful and I am so happy for you guys!
I am so happy for your family! Jonah is simply adorable...I love his big blue eyes! I hope everything goes smoothly at home! :)
Welcome Home Jonah!!!!!! We are so happy for you all Patrice! God is so gracious isn't he? He is Healer! We love you very much and have prayed so much for you. We will continue to pray for you, Matt, and Jonah. He is beautiful! Keep those pics coming.
Welcome home sweet Jonah! I hope your first night home went well.
Really...is there anything better than those pictures???!!! :):):) Still praying every day, many, many times a day!
Oh my...so exciting! He is such a beautiful boy!! I love seeing him in his little swing. still praying...
Oh how good it must feel to be caring for Jonah from your very own home! Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Welcome home little man!
He looks really, really good! I'm so happy he's home with you now...Let the healing begin!
WONDERFUL! I am so so excited for you.
My heart rejoices in the goodness of our LORD!
Continuing to trust in God for Jonah's complete restoration in Jesus Name. Enjoy your little boy.
That sweet face is beautiful!
So happy for you to have your precious little boy home with you!! Praying for all of you as you adjust to being a family at home together! Take it a day...or a moment at a time. It will get better and better...
I love all the pictures!! Welcome home Jonah!
Hugs and prayers...
Welcome Home Jonah! I will pray that the transition is easy and that things continue to improve for Jonah.
God Bless you,
Christina
How absolutely adorable!! I have been praying for Jonah and Stellan both and I am glad to see Jonah home!! I will continue to pray for Jonah and the transition to home! We serve an awesome God!!
Your doing an awesome job mommy & daddy!!
That last picture of just his face is so cute. I feel so good reading these post these days.... I am just so happy the progress that he and all of you are making.
Way to go.
Thanks for sharing the pictures, Sarah. So happy for you guys. Praying all continues to go well.
Laura S.
oh my he look sooo good. iam happy to hear that he is home and doing well
Fantastic! I'm wiping away tears...I just can't imagine how incredible it must be for you to bring your baby to your home finally.
We had that portable swing for our youngest--loved it. It went everywhere with us.
Have a wonderful time just cuddling your little man.
He is so beautiful :)
Praise God! What a beautiful day! Praying y'all had a great night last night and that he gets adjusted soon.
Welcome home baby Jonah. Praying everyone gets settled soon.
Those are some of the cutest pictures!! He looks so happy to be out of that hospital and at home!! He is adorable. I hope he is doing well and I hope yall had a good night!! Congrats on the huge milestone!!
YAY GOD! I am so happy for you and will continue to pray that Jonah's transition is as smooth as can be!
To GOD be the glory!
He is so precious! Welcome Home Sweet Boy! Continuing to pray for Jonah and his Mommy & Daddy!
Psa 106:1 Praise ye the LORD. O give thanks unto the LORD; for He is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.
What a wonderful answer to prayer!!! We are so happy for your family. We live in Wiston Salem with our baby boy turning 5 months old this week. Our church and family have been praying for strength and healing for Jonah! Thank you for sharing these wonderful pictures. It is always an encouragement to know that God loves us and that He does hear our requests! As the days go on and you care for Jonah please keep these verses in mind:
Jhn 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
Hbr 13:5
Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Hbr 13:8 Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever.
May God give you wisdom and strength as you care for Jonah!
Tonya
Yay! It is so awesome to see Jonah in car seats, swings and boppy's!! God is good! :)
welcome home, sweet baby!! be a good boy for your mommy and daddy and smile big for the camera!! we can't wait to see you growing up!! blessings to the entire family!! congrats!
so excited for your family. you continue to be in our prayers.
What a beautiful sight to see Jonah at home! He is gorgeous--oh, those beautiful blue eyes! I continue to keep each of you in my prayers.
We are rejoicing with you - enjoy these precious times!!
Thanks for posting the latest pics. Been thinking about you guys all day, knowing Jonah was coming home. Prayers and love from reader in St. Louis.
Welcome Home!! THat's a great family pic of you all leaving the hospital:) You'll stay in my prayers!
Welcome home sweet boy! I am so happy for you and your mommy and daddy! Patrice - I hope all went well last night. I can only imagine how it feels to have your boy home at last. Blessings to you all as you start the first full day of this new phase of your life...
So happy for your family to be under the same roof! Many prayers for Jonah and his transition to his new home. He is just so precious!
Welcome home, little Jonah! We continue to thank the Lord for your recovery and pray for your continued strength! We love you and your amazing parents!!!
Praise the Lord!! In awe of his goodness! Will continue to pray for a smooth transition and complete healing!
Amy in WA
Jonah is just precious and, yes, he does look like his mother. Just beautiful! To God be the Glory. Enjoy time at home with your son!
home sweet home!! :)
Oh, I just love these pictures. My favorite is the one of Jonah outside with Daddy. I just love seeing the sun shine on his sweet face! Congratulations!!
OH THAT LAST PICTURE JUST MELTS YOUR HEART. HOW PRECIOUS.
Oh! He's so GORGEOUS! I can't get enough of him!
I hope and am praying that our transition to home is as smooth as possible. You're HOME! God is good!
Wahooo!!! Jonah is home, praise God !
So sweet. I know everyone is so happy for him to be home.
Congratulations on going home! Jonah is just a doll. He is looking better every day. It's so awesome to see God's hand in all of this. I'll continue to say lots of prayer for this sweet little guy!
~Amy
He is so beautiful & GOD is so GOOD!!I love than next to last picture where Jonah is looking directly into his mommy's eyes. I hope the transition went smoothly & the everyone go some sleep last night. I am praying that the visit to the doctor this morning brought more good news.
I will continue to pray for all of you manys times daily (were you up at 4:30 this am) because I woke up & had the 3 of you on my mind, so I just stopped & prayed for you then I went back to sleep.
Jonah is so adorable, I have 2 children myself at almost 25 yr old boy & a 23 girl girl, but I must say Jonah is the most adorable baby I have seen in a long, long time. He looks so sweet & you can tell he is loved.
Take care, get some rest for yourself because Jonah needs a healthy mom & dad to keep up with him.
Love in Christ,
Wanda Wilkinson
Congratulations on having your family under one roof together. How amazing to have that baby home. He is so gorgeous!
So glad to know you were able to go home. Don't judge yourself no matter what the first few days...They are tough for any mommy and daddy...no matter what. You'll get a rhythm before long. Hope you are enjoying being a family at home:-)
WAAAAAAAAHOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!
I think that pretty much sums it up.
praise the Lord!!!
he looks soooooo good - i'm amazed at how great his face is looking. keep us posted, but of course enjoy your time with Jonah & caring for him first. in a sense the journey's only just beginning... and i'll be praying you through it! :-)
- michelle
I am so happy for you all! What a blessing our little ones are to us. I know Jonah is to you. I think I've about decided that he's so darn cute, maybe he's kin to mine! :)You all are in my prayers and we love following his progress. How blessed he is to have you both as parents! Get lots of rest...you'll need it with that little boy running around! They wear you out!
Welcome Home Jonah!
continually praying.
Congratulations on Jonah coming home! He is a beautiful little boy and I hope it only gets better from here!
I stumbled here last week via MckMama, and sat for about 2 hours and read your entire story. What a courageous family you are, and what an amazing little boy you have the blessing of bringing home today!!
Welcome home Jonah!
Johan looks great!
Hope you guys are all enjoying being home and getting settled in :).
I am so glad you are home!!!!!
Today in chapel with the 3-to-5 year olds, our preschool coordinator showed them pictures of Jonah and told them about his sensitive skin, and how special it is that he is finally home from the hospital. We've been praying for him, and are so thankful that we're seeing pictures of him at his house!
How beautiful is this???? My heart is so overwhelmed! Woo Hoo! My cup just runneth over!!!
Good for you guys. Woo Hoo. Jonah looks more content today than i've ever seen him, give him time, this little boy will settle in like an old blanket in no time flat! He's a trooper and we continue to pray for him and for you both! Robin Shoemaker and the family :)
He's so beautiful! Prayers prayers prayers that things just go up from here!
I am praying for your little guy! I am a car seat technician so I wanted to pass along to you that the insert you have in his infant seat is not safe - you should remove it. Generally, anything that did not come in the car seat box should not be used. Be careful to ensure the chest clip is at armpit height and the harness is snug enough - if you can pinch the webbing together at the collarbone horizontally, it is too loose. If you need to add support around him in the seat, you can only use rolled up receiving blankets - that is the only thing that techs will sign off on. Hope this helps and I hope your little man continues to improve.
Congratulations!! Jonah is so beautiful and he is so lucky to have such wonderful parents. I hope he continues to improve each day!
I am so happy to hear that Jonah is home!!! What an amazing little boy! I hope that things continue to go well for him and I pray that God will cure him of his condition! God Bless you all!
God is SO FAITHFUL! Welcome Home Sweet Jonah! I am rejoicing with you! He is absolutely gorgeous. And I got a little teary-eyed when I saw the pic of you feeding him...there's just something about those "loving baby eyes" when a mama feeds her baby!
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