Look Local, Oxon Edition: March 2015, Issue 31. by Look Local Magazine

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Contents

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06. Motoring: LLM Talks to owner of Oxfordshire’s newest Self Service Workshop, Dave Ridgway, about his plans for his unique new business venture.

08. Motoring: NEW FEATURE.

Tim Barnes-Clay looks at the best cars on the market for new parents.

09. Recipe: Tassy Goodall brings Easter into our homes a bit early with some mouth-watering Mini Egg Cookies. 12. Health & Wellbeing:

Say goodbye to stress, with Hypnotherapist, Janice Bowles.

14. Health & Wellbeing: Mum’s

the Word. Bootiful’s, Rachael Parrey talks gift ideas for Mother’s Day.

15. Health & Wellbeing: Visceral Osteopathy explained, by Thame Therapy Clinic.

Hello Readers, Have you noticed the evenings are starting to get lighter again? This can only mean one thing, Spring is on its way. From the budding of the leaves on the trees and the daffodils starting to ﬂourish in our gardens to new life beginning with the birth of lambs during lambing season. Why not head to some of our local farm attractions to see if you can experience them being born. On the subject of new life, Look Local Magazine, has had another face lift with our shiny, new, thicker Front Cover as well as a new design layout and new regular features. We are excited to announce that from this issue we welcome, freelance Motoring Journalist, Tim Barnes-Clay. Tim specialises in reviewing cars and attending new vehicle launches all over Europe and is best known for being the weekly road test journalist for Confused.com. He will be bringing us vehicle reviews each issue offering tips and advice about the best cars on the market. This month we focus on the ‘Best Cars for New Parents’. There’s lots of events going on this month so you can take advantage of the lighter evenings. Turn to pages 18-23 where you will ﬁnd information about The 3 Pigeons Beer Festival, Point-to-Point Racing in Kingston Blount (there’s a £5.00 off car parking voucher to be enjoyed on page 20.), and fun on the Railway at Chinnor & Princes Risborough Rail. We also being you information about the return of family festival, Beacon Fest in Watlington and we bring you an exclusive from The Swan at Tetsworth as they welcome a famous TV face. Turn to page 19 to see who is joining their award winning team. Mother’s Day is on Sunday 15th March and we have a number of gift ideas throughout this issue, to treat that special lady in your life, from meals out at The Plough in Great Haseley or The Boot in Bledlow Ridge to Beauty products and personalised items - see our special feature on page 36-37. As always, until next time, enjoy reading...

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36. Treat your Mum: Gift Ideas for Mothers Day.

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will allow you to do all of the above and more.

This month Look Local met with owner, Dave Ridgway, to ask your burning questions about how this new concept in vehicle care could change your life. What made you decide to open ‘This is Your garage?’ I have always wanted to run my own business but like many people had not had the “killer” idea that would convince me to give up a very successful and secure career. This changed a few years ago when I was stuck under my 1973 Bay Window Camper van cleaning off old paint and dirt! I thought to myself how good it would be if there was a local garage that would rent me their lift and tools so I could avoid crawling around on the ﬂoor. There wasn’t anything local to me and that is when I ﬁrst started thinking

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about TIYG. Two years later and after a whole lot of research and planning we are now only weeks away from opening the ﬁrst TIYG site. What does ‘This is your garage’ consist of as a site? The original idea was just about providing somewhere people like me could work on their own cars. The “Self Service” workshop is still the heart of the business but the concept has grown to also include secure vehicle storage, a retail shop selling parts, tools and TIYG merchandise and probably the biggest addition is “The Club”. We wanted to also bring like minded people together and offer a meeting place for local clubs. To do this we are creating a social space overlooking the main workshop where our members can meet, chat and recharge in a really cool and comfortable environment.

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The UK’s Premier Self Service Workshop, Car Club and Vehicle Storage Facility. Who do you see as a typical ‘This is Your garage’ customer or client’ if such a thing exists? TIYG will hopefully appeal to a wide range of people. Whilst TIYG is the perfect place for owners of classic and vintage vehicles to work on their cars and meet other enthusiasts we believe the facility has something to offer anyone that is interested in cars and wants to work on their own vehicle. Anyone from your ﬁrst time driver that can’t afford to pay a garage to ﬁx their car through to amateur race teams wanting to prep for their next big race could use TIYG. What kit can people expect to be able to use at the garage? Each of our 7 work bays will come with a comprehensive tool kit. We will also supply specialist tools and a range of air tools that can be hired

individually (for use at TIYG only). We will provide all drainers for clean oil changes and we will dispose of any waste oils for you. In the parts preparation area our members will have access to parts washers and a media blasting cabinet. A full range of lifting equipment (engine cranes, stands etc) will also be available. All of our equipment will be of a professional quality and well maintained. What is the ‘The Club’ all about? As well as the workshop we wanted to create a place where car enthusiasts and clubs could meet. The Club at TIYG is going to be the social hub of the business. We can seat up to about 50 people and will be able to cater for small or large groups. Members will be able to relax and unwind in a comfortable and welcoming space. Are we going to see events

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at ‘This is Your Garage’ too? Yes, during the Summer we hope to put on our events as well as host local club open days / evenings. The facility will also be available for members to hire for private events and parties. When will the whole project be fully functioning? Our vehicle storage facility is up and running now. The main workshop is being ﬁtted out as is the club area. If all goes to plan we will welcome our ﬁrst customers to the facility in early April 2015. You can keep up to date with progress on our Facebook page or on our website. For more information about TIYG; Call: 01865 407757 Email: info@thisisyourgarage.com Website: www.thisisyourgarage.com Facebook:

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Motoring Vehicle Review:

Cars for new parents By Tim Barnes-Clay, weekly road test journalist for Confused.com. Tim Barnes-Clay

One of the biggest shocks of your life can be becoming a parent for the first time. Unquestionably, there are many areas of your lifestyle you sacrifice when that little bundle of joy arrives.

Surrendering to most of

the changes isn’t an issue because the wonder of your child being born is more than worth it. If truth be told, the only thing that really stung for me was that I’d have to buy a sensible car for the ﬁrst time. “The horror of it all”, I hear you cry. Well, for a petrolhead, having to swap a sporty number for a sensible motor really went against the grain. I think all this symbolised a transition into fully-ﬂedged adulthood. Getting rid of my sporty, two-door, Mazda RX-7 and powerful motorbike then replacing them with an estate car really made me feel boring. After a while though you soon realise why there are so many dull looking child carrying wagons around. You may want to hold on to your sporty two door car, but try leaning into the rear and strapping your baby into its child seat - you’ll soon have backache from hell. It’s been a few years since

my ﬁrst offspring arrived; I have three children now, aged eight, ﬁve and 18 months old. I’m not an expert, but I’d say I’ve enough experience to know what makes a good car for parents.

must. It’s virtually impossible to ﬁnd an estate car or hatchback that’ll get all kids safely belted in across the rear bench. So, as well as a Peugeot 5008, you should look at MPVs that, ideally, have three rows of seats.

First off, if you only have one baby, don’t go rushing for a people carrier. If you have three kids then they’re great. I know, because my wife and I had to buy a Peugeot 5008 due to child number three. Getting three safety seats across the rear of anything other than a people-carrier results in knuckle-crazing vexation as you ﬁsh around trying to plug the seatbelts in.

MPVs such as: the Citroen Grand C4 Picasso; Ford S-Max; Ford Galaxy; SEAT Alhambra and Renault Grand Scenic are perfect – and they’re safe. They’re not cheap though, with all of them costing over £20,000 new. So instead opt for one that’s a year old, from a reputable dealer and you can ﬁnd yourself paying around the £12,000 mark for, say, a low mileage Peugeot 5008.

If you have one infant then go for a car with a decent ﬁve-star safety rating and a large boot. A Skoda Superb estate or a Vauxhall Insignia hatchback are perfect examples, especially if you’re planning a second child. The amount of baby stuff you have to take with you every time you go anywhere still astounds me. You’ll be amazed how quickly a buggy, nappy bag, toys, travel cot – not to mention your own luggage. If you have three or more rug-rats, then, as I say, a people carrier or multipurpose-vehicle (MPV) is a

When all is said and done, whichever vehicle you choose, getting the right child seat is clearly vital. Starting with your baby’s very ﬁrst journey home from the hospital, ensuring your little one is safely restrained in a suitable car seat is the only way to guarantee optimum protection. About Tim: Tim is a freelance motoring journalist specialising in reviewing cars and attending new vehicle launches all over Europe. Tim can be found tweeting @carwriteups.

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Recipe

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275g plain ﬂour ½ tsp bicarbonat e of soda 100g caster suga r 220g dark brow n soft sugar A pinch salt 180g melted butt er 1 egg 1 egg yolk A few drops va nilla extract 250g mini eggs 150g melted white chocolate.

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Easter baking is all about the kids, so why not make these tempting treats with them whilst they are off school?! Super easy to make, and even easier to demolish, children love pressing mini eggs into this squidgy mix and dripping melted chocolate all over the end product. Go on, don’t be afraid of getting a bit messy in the kitchen this month! Method: 1.

Preheat the oven to 180c (fan) and grease 2 or 3 baking trays.

Mix together your ﬂour, bicarbonate of soda, sugars and salt in a large bowl.

Melt your butter in a jug and whisk in the egg, egg yolk and vanilla extract.

Pour your buttery liquid into the dry ingredients and mix like mad until you have a soft, pliable dough.

Roughly chop up your mini eggs into large pieces (maybe a job for the adult helper) and press evenly into the cookie dough.

Take dessert spoon sized balls of the dough and line onto the baking trays,

allowing several inches for spreading. 7.

Bake for 12-15 minutes and remove from the oven when still soft- this will ensure that when cooled, the centre remains chewy and delicious.

Melt your white chocolate over a pan of simmering water and drizzle all over the cooled cookies (you could pipe some Easter-themed designs onto the cookies but this way is more fun!).

Enjoy! And Happy Easter... By Tassy Goodall.

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Health & Wellbeing Stress is everywhere! It is one of the most common conditions experienced by people in the UK with as many as 80% living with high stress levels. That’s huge, but did you know that each of us has the ability to manage and greatly lessen stress naturally by engaging with the power of our own minds.

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a hypnotherapist of 20 years, explains how she teach individuals how they can use their own inner strength to heal the reaction to the conditions that create stress! “In today’s hectic, fast-paced world stress levels are rising and living with it is becoming something that we are all becoming used to. This however doesn’t have to be

the case. I provide a series of Mind Power Workshops designed to help people live more fulﬁlling, happier lives by providing them with a set of simple skills that when applied to their own lives will help them tackle their stress levels before the signs of fatigue, anxiety and depression begin to manifest. That isn’t to say that you will never experience stress again because the stress response is integral to us as a species, but you will know exactly what to do to if and

when stress presents itself. The upcoming ‘No More Stress’ session will act as a preventative measure against stress. Situations that once left you feeling frustrated or sent you into a bad mood, or experiencing the debilitating physical symptoms of stomach cramps, headaches, nausea and more, will greatly reduce and potentially become a thing of the past. The health beneﬁts for dealing with stress in your life is essential to longevity. Overeating, drinking and smoking are just a few of the bad habits we can resort to as a way to ‘help’ relax us. Most of us a totally unaware that we each have within us the tools we need to resolve it.” For more information about Stress Management visit

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I hope you are all well and beginning to see the first signs of spring! The evenings are getting lighter, the daffodils are beginning to bloom and Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Being a busy mum with so many other things going on in our lives means we are often last on the list of things to look after, while it is not always easy to find time it is important to find a few minutes (or longer) just to take some time out to pamper yourself. This week are going to look at some gift ideas that you could leave around the house for the children to find, treat your own mum or even treat yourself! Clarisonic Aria Sonic Cleansing System

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Liz Earle skincare & make up is a favourite of mine and this gift set has 4 full sized fantastic products that your skin will love. I have used the cleanse and polish for quite a while and the eyebright eye lotion has been a fantastic new addition to my skincare routine! There are 4 varieties for different skin types so will deﬁnitely be one for you!

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Visceral Osteopathy

Kate Lichfield BOst, BSc(Hons) Registered Member of the General Osteopathic Council (GOSC), explains the science behind the practice of this complementary therapy. What is Visceral Osteopathy? Visceral Osteopathy is one part of general Osteopathy, but the techniques focus more on the treatment of the internal organs. Our organs do not ‘ﬂoat around’ inside our bodies but instead are attached to the musculoskeletal system via ligaments and other connective tissues. Strains can occur in these structural connections from surgical scars, adhesions, posture or injury that can cause tension patterns which in turn can lead to compensations in the body.

What is the treatment like? After diagnosis, Osteopaths gently release tensions in the body using a variety of soft manipulative techniques such as stretching and soft tissue massage to encourage

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the normal mobility, tone and motion of the soft tissues and joints. If the viscera are implemented, this may involve manipulating the internal organs through the abdominal wall. Sometimes advice and exercises are given to the patient to encourage better breathing patterns and to help mobilise the spine and other joints.

What could Visceral Osteopathy help? Visceral Osteopathy can be helpful in treating:

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One less Headache...

Most of us have some kind of headache at some time in our lives. They are often treated with over the counter remedies and forgotten as the pain diminishes. Many people, however, are troubled by regularly occurring headaches and have difficulty in managing their condition, which can be excruciatingly painful, debilitating and have a dramatic effect on lifestyle. Bowen Therapist, Jen Webster explains how this holistic therapy may help in treating headaches and migraines.

greatly in their type, duration, cause and severity, for example, a self-inﬂicted hangover headache goes within a few hours, whereas headaches associated with an infectious illness improve as and when the illness is over. Migraines are experienced as a headache of at least moderate severity usually on one side of the head and occurring with other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, light and noise sensitivity and activity intolerance. They can last from a few hours to several days.

How may Bowen help with headaches and migraines? As a holistic therapy the Bowen Technique treats the individual as an integrated biodynamic system as opposed to treating isolated ailments. The light and subtle touch of Bowen Therapy involves no awkward bending, twisting or repositioning. Treatment takes place through light clothing. The experience is gentle and relaxing. It is believed that the Bowen Technique prompts the body to reset, repair and balance itself. Clients report the experience of pain relief, improvement in function and recovery of energy. Migraines (and headaches) can be triggered by a combination of factors ranging from surgery, accidents, hormones, sleep patterns, exercise, hunger, allergies, stress and jaw issues and the list goes on. Therefore, it is important that, during your consultation, all aspects of your lifestyle and past medical history are discussed and documented.

A common scenario in my clinic is that many clients present with a primary concern and are amazed that we discuss their headaches and possible causes during a full history consultation. In the majority of cases headache issues are addressed during the course of treatment. It has been interesting for me to note that jaw issues following dental work may be a cause of debilitating headaches. Bowen has, in several cases recently, addressed Temporomandibularjoint (TMJ) imbalances using its soft tissue techniques, with positive outcomes. Bowen’s holistic way a treating will most often get to the root of problems gently and efficiently, and therefore must be considered as a valid option for the treatment of Headaches and Migraines. One of Jen’s clients reports, “I started having headaches, nausea and dizziness in mid November 2013 and was diagnosed with migraines. After suffering daily headaches for over 4 months and medication not working I decided to see Jen. The treatments are very relaxing, and the results were evident almost immediately. I’ve had 4 sessions and am seeing the benefits being sustained for an increasing amount of time with each treatment. I would definitely recommend it.”

For further information please contact; Jen Webster (BSc, Cert ECBS, Adv NST, MBTPA, CNHC reg.) Bowen Therapist at The White House, Upper High Street, Thame. M: 07768 188664 E: info@jenwebsterbowen.com W: www.jenwebsterbowen.com

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Headaches can vary

News & Events in our region... region... Come Racing at Kingston Blount!

any of you will have seen the episode of Downton Abbey where Lady Mary rode her horse in a race at her “local” point-to-point. What you may not know is that the “race” actually took place much closer to home, at Kingston Blount racecourse, near Chinnor. Kingston Blount is a real racecourse, with real fences! It holds four meetings a year, with the ﬁrst taking place on Saturday 8th March, a second on Saturday 18th April and two in May. Racing at Kingston Blount is a great family day out. There’s a bar with real ale, several food outlets including a barbecue featuring home-made venison burgers, and numerous stalls if you fancy a bit of shopping between races. Most importantly of all, there are seven races to bet on, with a row of bookmakers offering tempting odds on every horse in every race. Local trainer Alan Hill is always wellrepresented, and last year runners came from as far aﬁeld as Devon and Wales.

Entry is just £20 for a car full (£10 for single occupancy) so bring as many family and friends as you can (legally) ﬁt into your vehicle. What’s more, Look Local have teamed up with the race course to offering our readers a £5.00 discount voucher on car park entry for either the March or the April meeting (See page 20). Just hand it in to your friendly parking attendant and you’re quids in straight away! For more information, visit www.kimblewickraces.co.uk Last year The Muddy Stilettos Awards were a huge success, generating over 20,000 votes, and creating huge regional publicity for its category winners. This year there are 28 Awards, ranging from art galleries and boutique hotels to delis and spas. Nominations open on Monday 9 March, 2015. Please look on the adjoining page for the full list of categories.

The Muddy Stilettos Awards Returns! Support your local favourites. Award-winning blog Muddy Stilettos is holding its 3rd massively popular lifestyle Muddy Stilettos Awards from 9 March 2015, designed to support, encourage and celebrate the very best businesses in Oxon & Bucks.

Muddy Stilettos is written by national journalist Hero Brown (Red, Marie Claire, Independent, Observer), and is the biggest lifestyle blog in Bucks & Oxon, read each month by 18,000 urbane, intelligent, fun-loving women. To win a Muddy Stilettos Award is a mark of quality, and gives often overlooked lifestyle businesses a much-needed platform from which to grow. Continued...

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Thame welcomes the return of the 4th SSNAP Charity Ball. SSNAP (Support for the Sick Newborn and their Parents) is an Oxford based Charity who support sick and premature babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Oxfords John Radcliffe Hospital. The unit, which is a Centre of Excellence in Neonatal Care, comprises of Intensive Care, High Dependency and Low Dependency Nurseries who care for up to 53 babies. To support this incredible unit, the SSNAP Ball was formed, now in its 4th year it has raised over £12,000 for SSNAP. Organisers Lara Collen and Andrea Hughes have arranged for this year’s 007 themed Ball to take place at Meadow View Park in Thame. Tickets cost £40.00 per person and include a three course meal, welcome Drink & Disco. There will also be the charity’s

HOT OFF THE PRESS! Tetsworth based Antiques Centre, The Swan, are delighted to announce that TV Antique Expert, Eric Kno wles, will be joining their team of highly expe rience auctioneers as Senior Consultant Valuer. As well as being a recognised expe rt in his chosen ﬁeld, Eric is a well-known face in the world of antiques, particularly to viewers of the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow. In addition to his role at The Swa n, Eric will also be presenting his famous talks alon g with Tom Keane (owner) and Paul Hayes. They will be travelling the length & breath of the UK’s Towns offering free valuations and inviting entries for the auctions held every month at The Swan. Tom Keane comments, “I’m very proud to have Eric and Paul by my side. We inten d to make The Swan, which is already a lead ing antiques centre, an auction room of repute and put our lovely quaint village of Tetsworth on the map!”

Signature ‘Forest of Balloons’ Rafﬂe and Auction, a professional photographer and much more to keep you entertain throughout the night. As a charity, SSNAP run fund raising events to help support the wonderful members of the Neonatal team by offering additional training and emotional support, along with additional funding for essential equipment needed in the unit. SSNAP and its team of Parent Help and Family Support Workers, many of whom have had an experience at one time in the unit themselves, are a welcome face to parents facing a very difﬁcult and emotional time. For further information on making a donation to this fantastic charity or to purchase tickets to the Ball, which this year is sponsored by Lightfoots Solicitors in Thame, please contact; Lara Collen: 07787 823768 Andrea Hughes: 07887 620840.

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News & Events Join the Volunteer Team at Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway! The Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway is operated, maintained and managed exclusively by volunteers. There are no paid staff and every penny from fares and sales is ploughed back into the railway. You never know where the journey will lead and volunteering with us can help you to: •

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Could you be one of the team? If you feel you could spare some of your time to assist at the railway, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator, Justin, who will be delighted to help you decide what’s right for you and assist you in the process of becoming a volunteer. Email: volunteersupport@chinnorrailway.co.uk to ﬁnd out more.

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Beacon Festival is a boutique family festival celebrating the longest weekend of the summer high up on the Chiltern Hills of South Oxfordshire at Watlington Hill Farm.

fter the outstanding success of Beacon Festival 2014, the organisers are now planning the line up and activities for this years event. The festival boasts an exciting atmosphere, with a hot holiday feel and of course one the best sunset for miles, along with glam camping, therapy area, great music, kidz zone, real ale and local cider bars, workshops and performing arts. Entries for bands to perform are coming in fast and furious from as far away as Australia. But, being a local festival, the Beaconâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fest Team want to hear from local talent as we know thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lots of great musicians, singer/ songwriters and bands in the local area! There is also a great opportunity if you are a local open mic/music club and would like the chance to take over the acoustic stage on the Friday night, for a couple of Please mention Look Local Magazine when responding to adverts.

hours. If you feel this is you then please contact the organisers who would love to hear from you. The festival features three stages two electric and one acoustic - plus a literary and arts area, along with a healing and experience zone. There really is something for everyone, young and old. So if you want to be part of this fantastic festival, right here on your doorstep, visit the website for ticket information. W: www.beaconfestival.net F: www.facebook.com/beaconfestival

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The Greenhouse Guide People often ask me, “Is there something in your garden you couldn’t live without?” My reply is always, “My greenhouse.”

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A greenhouse has many benefits, chief of which for me is that it extends the gardening year. With a greenhouse you can potter in your garden all year round, and grow a range of plants which simply wouldn’t thrive without the extra protection. Before choosing a greenhouse you will need to check whether your local planning authority imposes any restrictions. While you don’t normally need planning permission, building regulations do have to be adhered to. Buy the biggest greenhouse you can afford that will fit comfortably on to your plot - you will always fill it! But even if you can only afford a tiny one - my first one had a base of just 4’ by 5.5’ (1.2m by 1.7m) - it will still be a worthwhile investment. The aluminium- framed types are very sturdy and relatively cheap. Wooden-framed constructions are more attractive though, and

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