Vol. 6, Issue 01, January 2015
Your neighborhood. Your magazine. The Premier “Shop Local” Community Magazine Directly Mailed To 20,000 Homes In Odessa, Lutz & Land O’ Lakes Areas This Independent Community News, Business & Dining Guide Is Directly Mailed Once Each Month To: Ashley Lakes, Ballantrae, Belle Meade, Calusa Trace, Canterbury, Cheval, Citrus Greens, Concord Station, Devonwood, Dolce Vita on Lake Keystone, Echo Lake, Farmington Village, Fern Glenn, Grey Hawk at Lake Polo, Heritage Harbor, Ivy Lake Estates, Keystone Groves, Keystone Manors, Keystone Reserve, Keystone Shores, Lake Charles, Lake Church, Lake Parker Estates, Lakeside Grove Estates, Northlake Village, Northbridge at Lake Pretty, Northton Groves, Oakstead, Orange Blossom Creek, Reflections, Steeple Chase, Stillwater, Stonegate, Suncoast Crossings, Suncoast Meadows, Swan Cove, The Eagles, Van Dyke Estates, Van Dyke Farms, Villa Rosa, Wyndham Lakes
Patients Come First at Diamond Dental Group By Marcy Sanford
Back row (L-R): Jennifer, Stephanie, Alina and Christina Front row (L-R): Marina, Dr. Hillel Abramov and Linda
Since 2010, Dr. Hillel Abramov and his professional staff at Diamond Dental Group have been helping their patients keep their smiles healthy and happy. Located at 18869 State Road 54 in the Shoppes at Sunlake Center, Diamond Dental provides comprehensive dental care for everyone in your family. “We’ve been really happy with the way we’ve grown at Diamond Dental,” says Dr. Abramov. “We’ve seen patients begin to bring their whole family in for dental care. We really love this community and are so happy that so many people in it trust us for their dental care.”
Comprehensive Dental Care for the Entire Family Diamond Dental Care’s patients appreciate the fact that everyone in the family from children to adults can turn to Diamond Dental for all of their dental needs. In addition to general dentistry, Diamond Dental offers a full array of cosmetic dentistry. If you are not satisfied with the way your smile looks, it can be fixed – sometimes in as little as six months. The six-month smile system is a clear braces method that can align your teeth in as little as six months. Invisalign, which uses clear aligners to straighten and adjust your teeth, is another popular choice with kids and adults. In addition to orthodontic services to See “Diamond Dental” on page 22
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Panini’s Bar and Grill, home of the Famous Overstuffed Sandwich™, is a new hotspot in Lutz that offers a fun atmosphere with a full bar, great drink specials and delicious, crowd-pleasing food! Opened just five months ago at the Northgate Square shopping plaza located at Van Dyke Road and Dale Mabry Highway in Lutz, Panini’s menu has all of your favorite picks. The lively sports bar is the perfect place to catch up with friends and see your favorite teams battle it out on the large, flat screen TVs throughout the restaurant. Panini’s is family-friendly, and the menu is affordable with a great variety so there really is something for everyone! Plus, if you are looking for fun and late-night drink specials, Panini’s is your place and even has a late-night menu until closing time at 2 a.m.
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Tropicana Field is the Chosen Venue for the 90th East-West Shrine Game®! IN ITS 90TH GAME, the EastWest Shrine Game® is the longest running, most respected college allstar football game in history, and has been part of sports history since 1925. Some of the greatest college players — Tom Brady, John Elway, Brett Favre, Roger Staubach, Dick Butkus, Gayle Sayers, Walter Payton — have played on the East-West gridiron in a test of skill in support of Shriners Hospitals for Children®, and in the process, earned a spot in the NFL. Join the fun on January 17, 2015 to be part of this historic event and support Shriners Hospitals for Children. See some of the best college players and NFL coaches. Enjoy great tailgating and relax and enjoy the beautiful beaches in St. Petersburg. Kickoff is at 4 p.m. Tickets for the East-West Shrine Game are now on sale through all Ticketmaster outlets. Fans can purchase tickets in advance for the game online at www.shrinegame.com or call 813-281-8686, or you can purchase tickets at www.ticketmaster.com. All game tickets are $15 and gen-
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eral admission, first come first serve seating (price does not include service fees). Tickets are not required for children under the age of 2. Tickets can also be purchased on game day at the Tropicana Field Box Office. The East-West Shrine Game is a showcase for upand-coming NFL talent as national media and scouts from every professional team spend the week in St. Petersburg to review the players. More than 100 players from the 89th East-West Shrine Game signed with NFL teams. Any given season there are about 265 East-West alumni on NFL rosters. More than 70 alumni have been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, having showcased their talents on the East-West gridiron before launching their professional careers. More than just a game, since 1925, the East-West Shrine Game has helped raise money and awareness for Shriners Hospitals for Children, a
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Calendar & News Briefs Get Covered | Stay Covered Health & Wellness Fair Jan. 10, 10 AM–2 PM––Land O’Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes. Premier Community HealthCare will host reoccurring workshops about the ACA and provide Healthcare Marketplace application assistance. Free wellness resources and kids’ activities offered throughout the event! If you miss the enrollment health fair event, walk-ins/appointments to receive free ACA education and free assistance from a Certified Application Counselor are accessible at the following Premier locations from 7a.m.–7 p.m. on Mondays and 7 a.m.–4 p.m. on Tuesday-Friday. Dade City Family Health Center, 14027 5th Street, Dade City Zephyrhills Family Health Center, 37920 Medical Arts Court, Zephyrhills New Port Richey Family Health Center, 2114 Seven Springs Blvd, Trinity For More Information visit www.premierhc.org or contact Pre-
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Florida Motorcycle Expo and Bike Builder Invitational
mier: pchgeligibility@hcnetwork.org 727-645-4185 Ext. 5015, 5016, 9228, 9227, or 9331 Christian Business Connections of Central Pasco Meeting Every Thurs, 7:45-9:15 AM––Christian Business Connections of Central Pasco (CBC) is a non-seat specific networking and fellowship organization based on living your faith every day. CBC members put God first and base personal and business decisions on Christian values, both moral and ethical. Members focus on helping each other’s businesses prosper by networking, building relationships, and sharing ideas and business practices. CBC meets every Thursday from 7:45 am to 9:15 am at Quail Hollow Golf Club at 6225 Old Pasco Road, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544. Each meeting is $9.00, which includes breakfast and beverages. Annual membership dues are $100.00. For more information contact Rene Van Hout at Rene@LOLmoving.com or 813-300-7511.
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Jan. 23–25––This 3-day event is held at Quaker Steak and Lube Clearwater (10400 49th Street N) will feature over 150 vendors, Jagermeister Stage, live bands all weekend long featuring THE LACS (Hick Hop, Southern Rock, Country), live entertainment acts, $100 an hour give-away, Burlesque Show, Man Cave Give-a-way, Miss Full Throttle Bikini Contest, Fireworks Display on Saturday Night, Ride In Bike Show on Sunday, great food, cold drinks and of course, the BIKE BUILDER INVITATIONAL––40-50 of the best custom built motorcycles across the USA judged by the International Master Bike Builders Association (IMBBA)
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all going for over $20,000 in cash and prizes! The entire event is FREE to attend and draws between 30,000 40,000 over the weekend! Free bike parking. Times: Fri, Jan. 23rd, 5–10 p.m.; Sat, Jan. 24th, 10 a.m. –10 p.m.; Sun, Jan. 25th, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Tennis League Forming A Tennis League for players of all ability levels is forming now for men and women. The League will play all over Pasco County and beyond. Challenge your game by playing others competitively and meet new friends. Be you an individual or team call-Walt Bockmiller at 813-527-8211 now for further information…Lets Play! Senior Over 60 Coed Softball Fall League Sr. Over 60 Coed Slo Pitch Softball League is playing now and accepting new players. Games are played in central Pasco County. Please call Walt Bockmiller, league president for new and updated information to join in the fun at 813-527-8211. Group plays golf, bowling, tennis and indoor volleyball as well. See “Calendar & Briefs” on page 6.
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“Calendar & Briefs” Continued from page 4 Drive for a Cure 2015… We’ll see you on February 27th! Fri., Feb. 27––We’re very excited to announce the 2015 East Lake Woodlands “Drive for a Cure” Golf Tournament. It will take place on Friday, February 27, at the East Lake Woodlands Country Club. Arrival and registration begins at 11:30 AM with a 1 PM shotgun start. There will be flights for women, men and mixed foursomes. Dinner, along with the Chinese, silent and live auctions will follow play. The cost is $75 (if paid
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before February 13, 2015; $85 if paid after February 13, 2015) and it covers golf, cart, range, snacks, dinner and a contribution to our charities. By supporting the Morton Plant Mease Mammography Program and the Florida Suncoast Affiliate of Susan G. Komen, a dedicated effort is made to keep the funds raised to benefit those in the Tampa Bay area. The focus is on screening, diagnostic and treatment services for the uninsured and underinsured and to support research with the goal of eradicating breast cancer once and for all. Both recipients are designated as 501(c) 3 organizations. Since 2007 the Drive has sent $113,458 to the organizations we support. Our goal is to reach $150,000 to support those
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dealing with breast cancer. Participation and sponsorship is very important to this effort, and there are many opportunities available to help us meet this goal. Come play with us on our beautiful, top-quality golf courses. You’ll have a wonderful time and you will be instrumental in supporting this very worthwhile cause. For more complete information about the event, registration, sponsorship and donations, please visit website at: www.elwdriveforacure.com.foursomes. Dinner, along with the Chinese, silent and live auctions will follow play. The cost is $75 (if paid before February 13, 2015; $85 if paid after February 13, 2015) and it covers golf, cart, range, snacks, dinner and a contribution to our charities.
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Foster Homes Needed: Be a Champion for a Kid…Be a Foster Parent Imagine being taken away from your home, not knowing where you will go, leaving behind your favorite things. Imagine this through the eyes of a child. There are more than 3,500 dependent children in Pinellas and Pasco counties in need due to child abuse, neglect or abandonment. Many need to live in a temporary foster homes, and much help is needed to meet the growing need. When you open your heart and home to foster children, you open the possibilities for them...you foster hope. What does it take? You need to be at least 21 years old, have appropriate housing and pass a background screening. You will need to complete a home study and 24 hours of special training called Professional Parenting. You must have adequate space and be able to provide for your family now—although you will receive financial assistance to help care for the child, you cannot rely on this to pay your bills. To be a foster parent, you can be single or married—have a family of your own or be an “empty-nester.” For information on foster parenting, please call the Eckerd Recruitment Line tollfree at 1-866-233-0790. (see pg. 8)
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Today’s Foster Parents Today’s foster families are skilled, valued partners who parent, nurture and advocate for children in their care, and who mentor and support the child’s birth parents. They leave lifelong impressions on children in their care and are privileged to positively impact the futures of children and families in our community. Today’s foster parents are business owners, soccer moms and retirees. By day, they teach school, sell real estate and work construction. By night, they read bedtime stories, help with homework and give hugs. They work as partners with birth parents, case managers, guardian ad litems, schools and judges to nurture, love and advocate for children in their care. Being a champion for a child in foster care means, as their foster parent, you help bring stability to their life during a time of trauma and help shape their future. Foster parents leave lifelong impressions on children in their care and are privileged to positively impact the futures of children and families in our community.
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Foster parents must: • Be at least 21 years old • Have adequate sleeping space (a bed for each child placed in the home) • Demonstrate stable housing and income • Be financially stable Foster Parents can: • Be married or single • Own their home or rent • Have both parents employed outside the home • Be first-time parents, have their own children or be empty-nesters Steps to Foster Get started by calling 866-2330790 to sign up for a free orientation. Get information at an orientation that will explain what is needed to become a foster parent and answer your questions. Once you return a few forms, the next step is training. Get trained at no cost to you with classes called Professional Parenting. You’ll learn about children in foster care, start to understand their grief and loss issues, and much more. At the end, you will have completed
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24 hours of training and be PPT certified. Get licensed to ensure that you, your family and your home are prepared and safe. This will include a home study and background screening of all household members at no cost to you. If favorable, your home will be licensed to accept children into your care.
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Am I Ready? How Much Room Do I Need in My Home? You must have enough bedroom space for each foster child placed in your home. They may share a bedroom with your child or another foster child of the same gender. They must have a bed of their own and cannot share a bed nor sleep on a cot or trundle bed.
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A foster child may not share a bedroom with any adult nor can the adult move out of their bedroom and sleep on the couch to make room. Does My Home Need to Pass Inspection? It is important that children live in a safe and clean environment. During the home study process, you will be asked to have a health inspection done in your home. Your home must be free of potential dangers and risks. You must have working smoke detectors and fire extinguishers and, if you have pets, they must be current with vaccinations and not present a danger to children in your home. What Are The Physical and Emo-
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tional Requirements to Foster? Being a foster parent can be demanding, therefore you must be healthy and emotionally stable. You may be asked to complete a physical exam or provide medical clearance to help establish the state of your physical and emotional health. What Are the Screening Requirements? Thorough background screenings are conducted on all prospective foster families, including Abuse Registry, local criminal and federal criminal clearances (fingerprinting). Background screenings and child abuse clearances are required for all household members. What Are the Financial Requirements? While you don’t have to be rich to be a foster parent, you must have adequate income to meet you own family’s needs. You can either own your home or rent. Foster parents are given stipends called “board rates” for the substitute care they provide; the amount of this varies by the age of the child. However, the monthly board rate you will receive is not income. During the home study process, you will be asked to show proof of income and financial stability. What About My Marital Status?
Foster parents can be single, married, divorced or in a domestic partnership How Do I Know When I’m Ready? You will know you are ready when your life and home are stable. “Stable” means that you are not about to move and you are not having financial, marital, physical or emotional difficulties. Your home must be in good condition and you must be ready to commit to 36 hours of pre-service training (if you’re married, both parents must attend). Foster parenting impacts the entire family; therefore, everyone in your home should be supportive of your decision. You will know you are ready when your life and home are stable. “Stable” means that you are not about to move and you are not having financial, marital, physical or emotional difficulties. Your home must be in good condition and you must be ready to commit to 36 hours of pre-service training (if you’re married, both parents must attend). Foster parenting impacts the entire family; therefore, everyone in your home should be supportive of your decision. You will know you are ready when your life and home are stable. “Stable”
means that you are not about to move and you are not having financial, marital, physical or emotional difficulties. Your home must be in good condition and you must be ready to commit to 36 hours of pre-service training (if you’re married, both parents must attend). Foster parenting impacts the entire family; therefore, everyone in your home should be supportive of your decision. For information on foster parenting children in Pasco or Pinellas Counties, please call the Eckerd Recruitment Line toll-free at 1-866233-0790. (See more information on pg. 6)
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Aging is a Part of Life, but it Does Not Mean You Have to Feel Old! By Marcy Sanford The way we feel, the way we think, the way we heal, the way we look is all dictated by our body’s hormones. If you’ve had difficulty losing weight, often feel sluggish, have lost your sex drive or are starting to see signs of aging, Tampa Rejuvenation can help.
Stop the Negative Signs of Aging “As you get older, both men and women begin to lose levels of estrogen and testosterone,” says Gina Pastore, ARNP-MSN, board certified antiaging specialist. “Undiagnosed thyroid conditions can also cause a hormonal imbalance. With bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, we run a full screen of lab tests on a blood or saliva sample to determine if hormone levels have declined. A compound pharmacy then creates hormones that
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are identical to the ones found within your body. The purpose is to establish hormonal balance, which will help you regain your energy, stamina, even your body’s ability to lose weight. As hormones start to rebalance, some patients are able to cut back and in some cases even stop other medications such as blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes and sleep medications.” Depending upon the patients’ lifestyles, methods of administration can be customized to a cream, trochee, capsule, injection or even pellets. “There is no reason to accept the negative effects of aging,” says Tampa Rejuvenation client Carol. “At 35 years old I began noticing changes in my body and the way I felt. I gained 20 pounds, was always tired, and my desire for sex disappeared. I went to several doctors and they told me I was normal and that what I was feeling is part of normal aging. I have been on Tampa Rejuvenation’s amaz-
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ing program for 3 months and lost 18 pounds and feel great. I am back to my revitalized self.” Tampa Rejuvenation client Allen says, “Who would have ever thought a man would need hormone replacement therapy at 38. I knew I had lost something. When I read the symptoms of Andropause, I thought they were talking about me. Hormone replace-
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ment therapy has changed my life.” Gina says that hormones can become imbalanced at any age and that she sees patients as young as 20, and up to their late 70s. She says, “Hormonal imbalance can be caused by aging, genetics, lifestyle factors, stress or even trauma/injury to the body that can affect the endocrine glands that produce or regulate hormones.
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sonalized workouts to help you gain muscle and keep the weight off. At Tampa Rejuvenation you’ll get one-on-one counseling, not only from the practitioners, but their on-staff program coordinators who are required to have a college degree in nutrition or exercise science. Tampa Rejuvenation even has an app to help you At Tampa Rejuvenation, a qualified staff of professionals are ready to help you keep track of your look and feel rejuvenated! weight loss and goals as well as how many At Tampa Rejuvenation, not only do one half my age.” calories you’ve consumed for a day we look at our patients’ lab results, but versus how many you need to burn. Lose Weight and Gain a we also take the time to talk to them If you’re ready to make a positive about the symptoms and problems Healthier, Happier Life change this New Year for a healthier, Whether you want to lose 10 they are experiencing so that we can pounds or 100 pounds, Tampa Rejudevelop individualized treatments.” venation’s Weight Loss Programs are Tampa Rejuvenation is a proud custom designed and monitored by a member of Forever Health. Gina is physician to help you reach your goal. one of the only two providers in the Every program includes a nutriTampa Bay area with this distinction. tional plan that is easy to follow, with Suzanne Somers, a supporter of biorecipes and workouts emailed to you identical hormone replacement therevery morning, medication to help apy says, “Thanks to BHRT I enjoy increase the amount of fat you lose robust health, balanced hormones, strong bones, and the energy of some- and decrease your cravings, and per-
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happier you, visit Tampa Rejuvenation for a no cost consultation to see how they can help you get your youthful energy and vitality back. Tampa Rejuvenation has four clinics in the Tampa Bay Area, North Tampa, South Tampa, Brandon and the Oldsmar / Westchase office. The Oldsmar / Westchase Clinic is located in the Covington Professional Park at 13648 West Hillsborough Ave. in Tampa (right past the intersection of Racetrack Road and Hillsborough Ave.) and can be reached at (813) 749-7550. Hours for this location are Mon. 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Wed. 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.; and Fri. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. The other locations offer varying days and hours. For more information and other locations, please call (888) 865-8370.
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Award Winning Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings By Julie Kanehl If you’re looking for a daycare or preschool for your infant or preschooler, you’re going to want to check out Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings for your child. Located at 1812 Crossings Boulevard in Odessa, just moments from State Road 54 and the Suncoast Parkway, Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings sets the bar high, exceeds already lofty expectations, and does all of the above with so much heart that you can feel the love the moment you step onto the campus. Award winning and completely dedicated to excellence, Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings pulls out all the stops for your child’s education, making each day a fun journey that includes a detailed curriculum that focuses on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics), hands-on learning activities, indoor and outdoor play, and even a hot lunch served by the school’s cook! Owned and operated by husband and wife team, Salim and Andrea Karnaby, who bought this Discovery Point location in January 2011, Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings has won awards for being the number one Discovery Point preschool across the nation every year since. Salim and Andrea contribute the success of their center to, “Incredible parents and a dedicated and caring staff that are just as passionate as they are about these children.” Andrea and Salim state, “It truly is a team effort here and you feel that the moment you walk in. We are all really one big family here! We all love these kids and we love what we do!” It’s the Karnabys and their dedication and commitment to providing
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a higher level of educational excellence that has parents at this location really talking. Combined with a remarkable group of teachers and staff members that share the same vision, Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings is truly something special. Parent Joy Rumore said, “I couldn’t imagine my kids anywhere else. We absolutely LOVE every teacher and staff member. I feel at peace knowing my kids are in such a safe, fun, protective environment & they are cared for 100 percent.” Before owning their own school, Salim Karnaby used to be a police officer in New York City, and his beautiful wife Andrea had a career in visual merchandising, as well as a background in preschool care. After having four children of their own, who all attend programs at Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings, they felt a stirring to create a school that would go far beyond the realm of a typical daycare. Their goal was to enrich the lives of the children there, all the while providing them with access to educational resources and tools that give them a chance to further develop their little personalities! Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings is convenient to Pasco and Hillsborough Counties, and offers incredible educational programs including infant care, preschool, and VPK. More than a daycare, Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings offers before and after school care, enrichment programs and summer camps. What’s more, the owners are even opening a private school for school-aged students that will be adjacent to the preschool called Christian Crossings. Scheduled to open this fall, Christian Crossings will give their many students the opportunity to continue to grow
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Salim Karnaby (above) and his wife Andrea own and operate Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings in Odessa and learn together. Raising the Bar! Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings is an Apple Accredited Center that has won the coveted “High Five” School of Excellence award three years in a row, making them the top Discovery Point Center in the entire nation. Also earning the distinction of being a “President’s Award” winner, the Karnabys have been raising the bar since they began. Thinking outside the box sometimes, they’ve come up with some really unique ideas to encourage students to be excited about education. One of the things that the students like most is using the SMARTboard, which widens the classroom’s walls to include the entire world. Recently, the Karnabys had the
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opportunity to buy the building adjacent to Discovery Point’s daycare, and they did so in order to add their “VPK Achievement Center.” Interviewing the children, parents and teachers, they created an amazing environment aimed at learning! They added unique elements like reading nooks, portable science labs, an organic garden, an interactive lobby that looks like it’s right off the set of a Disney television show, and even lockers! It’s very possible that your children will be having so much fun while you’re at work that they may not want to come home at the end of the day! Elena Hatton says, “Amazing facilities, owners and teachers! They are like our second family. The dedication that they provide makes me proud to send my son there.”
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Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings Scored 100 Percent for VPK! Kindergarten readiness is the name of the game when you own a preschool, and their VPK program earned a 100 percent, perfect score, ranking them in the top one percent in the entire state of Florida. Talk about educational excellence! Add in all of the fun that these kids are having at school, and you’ve set the ground rules for a child who will be successful in school for their whole lives. Yes, it actually starts that early! Nicole Harrison said, “There are so few schools around here that offer such an inclusive environment. Having
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a son with special needs, I know how rare this is. And the owners are constantly raising the bar – better teachers, higher standards...even a spray park for fun in the summer! It’s a great school.” That’s right, Salim and Andrea built a spray park, as well as shaded areas in many of their playgrounds so that during the summer months the children can still go outside and play. Each age group actually has their own play area filled with age-appropriate toys, playground equipment and activities. It’s safe to say that while you are at work, you child will be making the most of their time at school!
Being the busy parents of four children who also attend Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings, the Karnabys and the teachers and staff have a knack for incorporating each family into their child’s classroom. For example, the classrooms all have an area where the children can see their family’s pictures during the day, and of course parents are always welcome at any time. Offering a plethora of activities, performances and other ways for families to be involved, Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings even offers “Parent’s Night Out” once a month! Both the parents and the children look for-
ward to this night! The Achievement Center is jam packed full of fun things to do, from a flat-screen TV and video game consoles to the many bean bag chairs and more. Parent Deborah Powers said, “My husband and I are very busy business professionals and it is hard to trust anyone with our two precious boys. This daycare is not only a daycare but they are like family. We searched high and low for excellence and we found it. The teachers are loving, patient and they have taught our boys invaluable skills to prepare them for life. We are eternally grateful!” If you’re looking for a daycare or preschool with heart, one that will give your child the safe, fun and educational environment that they deserve, choose Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings. Discovery Point Suncoast Crossings is located at 1812 Crossings Blvd. in Odessa; it is open Monday – Friday from 6:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Please call 813-792-9451 to schedule a tour. For additional information, please visit online at www.suncoast.discoverypoint.com or find them on Facebook.
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Triton Care, Inc. is Here to Help You With All Your Insurance Needs
By Pam Sica When you are looking for insurance, on either a personal, small business or corporate level, Triton Care is right there, ready to help you create the perfect solution to fit all of your
needs and requirements and reduce your overall expense. And, more importantly, they go the extra mile to ensure legal compliance. As you well know, much has changed in the insurance landscape over the past year and a tremendous
need has arisen, especially for the independent consumer, to have a knowledgeable and helping hand with the daunting task of wading through the plethora of forms within the new online Health Insurance Marketplace. Very shortly, on November 15th, Open Enrollment begins. Michael Matthews and Lee Judy both know the ropes and with their unique “architectural approach” at Triton Care, they are available to assist you with their collective forty+ years of experience. Between the
two of them, they have an impressive resume, having run insurance companies, having built networks, and having held a senior leadership position within a major insurance carrier. Triton Care specifically understands what it takes to satisfy the requirements of large clients as well; their largest engagement having focused on the health care needs of well over four thousand members. To be honest, I didn’t, but did you know that most businesses in Tampa are run with fewer than twenty employees? Triton Care is particularly poised to assist those smaller businesses in developing the best possible approach to ensure compliance with ever-changing health insurance regulations, while being especially cognizant of their clients’ bottom line. To be sure, Triton Care is a full-service Insurance Agency, offering a one-stop shop for cost-effective coverage in Health (both individual and group), Workman’s Compensation, General Liability and Life and Disability, as well as Commercial insurance offerings.
Understandably, everyone in today’s automated world is increasingly concerned with privacy and securing their personal information. That is what is especially significant about working with the Triton Care professionals, who most often, will enroll their clients over the phone, thereby reducing the volume of private data exchange over the Internet. Then, each conversation is assigned a unique record number to provide continuity throughout the engagement. Typically, they can accomplish your individual enrollment within a day’s time and a small business’ requirements can be accommodated within a week. As ever, privacy as well as advocacy are the definitive watch words, all incorporated with a personal touch that will leave you feeling confident and satisfied that you have obtained the best possible coverage available on the market. In their current North Dale Mabry office for about a year now, Michael and Lee have been working together since 2006, truly giving back to their community by having been designated as Insurance Specialists with some local charities. As a trusted resource, they have had the opportunity to facilitate discussions as well as enrollment activities on several occa-
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sions for the charity membership. “The personal touch is often what is missed in the Enrollment Process. That is where Triton Care excels, taking the approach that service is personal and unique to each individual,” noted Michael. “We want everyone to understand that we’re here to help make the process more user-friendly,” added Lee, knowing that Triton Care has helped many of its clients to alleviate their anxiety regarding pre-existing conditions, out-of-pocket expenses, and other similarly valid concerns. Need to navigate your way through the rocky shoals of the constantly changing insurance world? As is typified by the triton in their logo (that light that steadily beams from a lighthouse), consider letting Triton Care be your personal beacon to help you find safe harbor. Triton Care is located at 13902 North Dale Mabry Highway, Suite 217 in Tampa. For more information or to set up a confidential interview please call (813) 699-3211 x101 or x102 or email Lee Judy at LJudy@TritonCare.com or Michael Matthews at MMatthews@TritonCare.com.
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Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch By Katie Thomas In the heart of Odessa, you will find a sprawling, 75-acre farm that is dedicated to the sustainable care of alpaca. Beautiful, peaceful and docile the alpaca is an animal with Peruvian roots dating back to the Incan Indians. Once hunted, almost to extinction, the Inca Indians realized the wealth and many uses of alpaca fleece, which led to the animal’s preservation. Today, Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch continues the tradition of preserving alpaca for the utilization of fleece through dedicated care and compassion. Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch is home to 185 alpacas that have been hand-selected and raised with the utmost care. Each
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animal, from the lovable babies to the mothers and herd-sires, is treated with love, quality care and complete compassion, which is why Golden Spirit is a leader in alpaca farming. Ranch owners Brenda and Frank Crum began Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch in 2006. The couple began their ranch with just a few animals, but Brenda’s drive and passion for learning soon led to a bigger journey that has become Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch. Brenda says, “We wanted to get involved with an animal that would offer a sustainable product, while being unique and personable. The alpaca is a very independent animal with varying personality traits. Understanding each animal’s unique personality has helped us build the framework of Golden Spirit. From the very beginning of working in the alpaca industry, I embarked on a journey of learning with Frank. We consulted with business leaders and veterinarians, researched feed and nutrition, and dove in to get our hands dirty. We soaked in as much information as possible by continuously attending shows and getting involved in industry associations. The time we spent learning from the animals and other leaders in the industry helped us with our ranch so much, which is why I now spend a lot of time sharing what I have learned with other alpaca enthusiasts. We are here to pre-
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Brenda Crum and one of the alpacas at the Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch in Odessa, which also has a retail store where you can purchase clothing made from alpaca wool. serve the health of our animals, focus on quality fleece production and to share the knowledge we gain with the community.” Over the past eight years, Golden Spirit has accumulated many awards for animal excellence, due to their continued perseverance of high caliber animals. During alpaca shows, the animals are judged based upon fleece quality, color, proper gait, structure, reproduction ability and other criteria. When showing alpaca fleece, judges base their awards on six different grades, which range from coarse to ultra fine. Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch has won blue ribbon awards, competitive banners and more for fleece, structure and animal behavior. Brenda says, “We
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breed our alpacas based upon quality of animals that will produce a nice fiber. I am very content selling our product to weavers and spinners. Our retail store has some amazing all-natural fiber products that are not only beautiful, but sustainable and organic. The alpaca is truly an amazing animal; we are able to utilize 95 percent of shorn fiber from each alpaca.” At Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch, the goal is to know, study, monitor and enjoy each animal. Golden Spirit’s dedication to the wellbeing and stature of each animal allows them to offer the finest available animals on the market with: solid conformation, superior density, amazing fineness, fleece uniformity, second-to-none presence and
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unparalleled genetics. The qualities mentioned are what make Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch the best place to buy, breed or board when it comes to alpaca. Many people buy an alpaca from Golden Spirit and board there. Brenda explained to me that others will buy an alpaca as an alternative to a family dog. “They can make wonderful companions and teach responsibility to kids, without the hassle of an inside pet. A bit of land, the proper protection and a lot of love are a few things an alpaca needs to become a family pet,” says Brenda. “They are relatively easy to maintain with the proper knowledge and care.” In addition to boarding, breeding
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and selling alpaca, Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch has a retail store that will soon be expanding. I was able to touch the quality of product sold at Golden Spirit and felt amazed at the softness and warmth of the jackets, shawls and scarves. From knit toys made from alpaca fleece to rugs, purses, scarves, hats, socks and outer wear, there is really no limit to what can be made from the amazingly soft and durable fleece of the alpaca. Brenda and Frank are in the process of expanding the retail selection of the ranch in a few months time and both are looking forward to offering the community a chance to experience the wonders of alpaca clothing and materials. Shorn alpaca fleece can be dyed to get the colors you want, so if you are looking for an all-natural fiber rug or type of material, Golden Spirit can accommodate your needs. The ranch uses natural organic dyes that are environmentally friendly, so you can feel
good about making a conscientious purchase that is not only sustainable, but beautiful and well crafted as well. Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch hosts events and seminars for educational purposes and awareness. On January 24th, Dr. Norm Evans will be teaching a lesson on how to become a confident alpaca midwife. The Neonatal Clinic and Wet Lab will include hands-on practice, in addition to a wealth of knowledge provided by Dr. Norm Evans whom is a renowned veterinarian with a focus on alpacas. Other events and seminars will be going on throughout the year, so make sure to
sign up for the Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch; email blast at www.goldenspiritalpaca.com. If you are interested getting involved with the animal, breeding, buying, boarding, taking a tour or you just want to know more about the wonderful breed of alpaca, please call (813) 920-2475, email info@goldenspiritalpaca.com, visit www.goldenspiritalpaca.com or check out their facebook page! The Golden Spirit Alpaca Ranch is located at 10937 Tarpon Springs Road in Odessa.
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“Diamond Dental” Continued from page 1 help you gain more confidence with your smile and expert check-ups and cleanings that will leave your teeth feeling great, Diamond Dental can help you if you need a root canal, wisdom tooth extraction, or implants. Dr. Abramov says there have been major advancements in dental implants that make them a good solution for patients who might have had trouble with them before. “We now have a 3-D digital imaging machine that helps us provide better treatment for patients with limited bone structure. If their dentures do not fit properly or are uncomfortable, the new images will show us where the bone density is the greatest so we’ll know where to place the implants for optimum comfort and success.” At Diamond Dental, they understand that you can’t always get to appointments before 5 o’clock. To accommodate your busy schedule and make sure they are available for you when you need them, they are open on Sundays and after 5 o’clock on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. They also know that if you or
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someone you love has a dental emergency, you want to take care of it right away. Dr. Abramov and his staff are available to help you when there is an emergency any time of the day or night. Patients First Philosophy Everyone at Diamond Dental practices a “patients first philosophy.” In addition to giving you expert care, they make sure you’re comfortable, understand the treatments you’re receiving, and have help with any insurance issues. “I am very proud of the staff at Diamond Dental,” says Dr. Abramov. “They are very knowledgeable and caring. Our hygienist and other staff always take extra steps to make sure our patients are comfortable during cleanings or other procedures. Our front desk provides excellent customer service. Jennifer goes above-and-beyond to help educate patients and make sure they understand their insurance benefits. In many instances, she has gone to bat for our patients to make sure the insurance provides them with the benefits they deserve.” Dr. Abramov spends time with each of his patients to explain the dental treatments they will receive under
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his care. His gentle approach helps alleviate any worries that patients may have had about going to dentist. Diamond Dental is equipped with the most up-to-date software and technology available. Dr. Abramov uses the technology to give his patients the best treatments available and to educate them every step of the way. One unique teaching tool that Dr. Abramov has incorporated into his practice is a camera that can take photos of the inside of your mouth. At each patient’s initial exam, Diamond Dental takes a series of fullcolor, digital x-rays and intraoral photographs. These are used to review treatment and are kept in patients’ records for future review and comparison if necessary. “Since X-rays are only in black and white, it is often difficult for patients to see what we are talking about,” says Dr. Abramov. “The fullcolor photos we take allow them to see inside their mouth. We want to make sure that our patients are fully informed and educated about their dental choices. These photos along with their X-rays help educate them.” If you’re looking for a dentist who puts your care first, turn to Diamond Dental. You’re sure to leave
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your appointment with a smile on your face. Diamond Dental, located at 18869 S.R. 54 in the Shoppes at Sunlake Center, is open: Mon., 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Tues., 8:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.; Wed., 8:30 a.m.– 6:30 p.m.; Thurs., 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.; Fri., 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.; and Sun., 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Walk-ins accepted but appointments are recommended. For more information or an appointment, call (813) 527-6900 or visit DiamondDentalGroup.com.
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Clearwater Lady Bombers 00 are Flashing Bling!
Congratulations to the Clearwater Lady Bombers 00 team and coaches - the girls live all around the Tampa Bay area The Clearwater Lady Bombers 00 fast pitch softball team is the 2014 ESPN World Series Champs and the young athletes recently received their championship rings! All of us at Neighborhood News & Lifestyles would like to congratulate the Clearwater Lady Bombers 00! We brought you the news back in August about their win, and they have been busy ever since winning! “Girls got their rings tonight!! Teamwork is how we get it done!! Celebrate ladies. Proud we are!!”
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That was the facebook post of one really proud mom of one the Clearwater Lady Bombers 00. The families and friends of these girls have watched as the team has wrecked the competition, taking it all the way to become the 2014 ESPN World Series Champs. The Clearwater Lady Bombers 00 fast pitch softball team has 13 players – 12 are in 8th grade and 1 is in the 7th grade. The girls, ages 13
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and 14 years old, are from all over the Tampa Bay area, but play in the Clearwater Lady Bombers organization, run by president Tony Grat. The players are: Athena Andrews, Natalie Zweig, Jenna Wojnar, Kendyl Crean, Gillian Sladden, Grace Hastings, Anna Dumovich, Bayley Williams, Morgan Dansby, Mia Merson, Devyn Howard, Lauren Jarnagin and Jane Wickett. The girls are coached by Tom Sladden, Jason Jar-
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nagin, Bryan Williams and Tim Zweig. Head coach Tom Sladden says that the ultimate goal for the players is a college scholarship. He gives a breakdown of what we can expect from the Lady Bombers 00, “Since the USSSA World Series back in July, we have played many USSSA, NSA & ASA tournaments, as well as some college showcase tournaments. Even though we are still 14u age group,
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colleges are looking at younger and younger players. Nine of our players have started high school this year and all of them will be playing for their high school teams – East Lake, J.W. Mitchell, Seminole, Tarpon Springs, Tampa, Plant and St. Pete High. Two of our players are in 8th grade. Since high school softball will be demanding – practicing every day as well as 20-plus game schedule, our Lady Bombers team will be shut down until the end of April. Our long-term goal is to get all of our players signed to a college scholar-
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ship. Our short-term goal is to win an ASA National Qualifier, so we can play in the ASA National Tournament in Virginia in the summer of 2015. We do have one more tournament before we shut down and that is the D9 Winter Showcase at Disney on January 17 and 18.” “Fast pitch travel softball is a year around sport,” adds Sladden. “I would like to thank the parents of all the players for all of the sacrifices made for the girls throughout the year.”
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“Panini’s” Continued from page 1 Panini’s has a large indoor dining area, as well as an outdoor lounge area complete with seating and a fire pit. The outside patio will accommodate 120 people, and inside there is plenty of seating, making Panini’s the perfect choice for your next big gathering. Of course with a menu full of all-American favorites, a full bar with great drink specials, and 33 beers on tap, Panini’s Bar and Grill is perfect for lunch, dinner and late night! I took my 17-year-old, who is a lineman and weightlifter with one heck of an appetite, to Panini’s for lunch and we did what you’re supposed to do at this place – overstuffed! Everything was delicious, the place was upbeat and everyone was happy from the customers to the servers, and while we didn’t meet the kitchen staff – they sure did turn out great eats and fast! We did meet Panini’s Manager Jeff Roberts, who very recently took over running Panini’s. Jeff has worked for the owners of the Panini’s Bar and Grill franchise for more than 15 years. They asked Jeff to move here to Tampa to take over the running of the Lutz location, and he threw himself fully into making Panini’s a locale that people want to come back – the friendly and favorite neighborhood bar and grill. Jeff also is overseeing the opening of the Panini’s Bar and Grill in Westchase later this month, which he will manage as well. From the Heart of Cleveland to Tampa Bay! Panini’s Bar and Grill opened its first restaurant in May of 1986 in the heart of Cleveland, the Flats Entertainment District. Since then, Panini’s has grown from its original location, a late-night beer and sandwich stop, to a full-menu, casual dining restaurant with locations all over Northeast Ohio. Panini’s Bar and Grill in Lutz is the first location to open in Florida. People love the relaxed atmosphere and the excellent food at Panini’s, and with menu items that fill your tank without breaking your bank; Panini’s is a score! You might want to come for the fun, but bring your appetite! You’ll want to Get Overstuffed® with the great menu choices, including the sandwich that put Panini’s Bar and Grill on the map – first in Ohio and now in Florida – the Famous Over-
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stuffed Sandwich™ is a masterpiece sandwich built for the biggest of appetites. Panini’s also is known for its pizza, but there is so much more! Starters here are plentiful and will definitely whet your appetite! With choices like Spinach & Artichoke Triple Cheese Dip served with Parmesan tortilla chips, or Hummus topped with sweet pepper and artichoke tapenade served with Parmesan pita wedges and veggies, you could make a meal on appetizers! Like hand-cut fries? Panini’s has Cheesy Bacon Fries or Buffalo Bleu Fries. Veggie lovers will love the Veggie Flat Wrap and you can just try a crowd-pleasing Combo Basket, which has a variety of the starters including fried mozzarella, fried pickles, onion rings and a jumbo pretzel! Under the Field of Greens section of the menu, there are a great variety of fresh salads. Tantalizing choices include the Sesame Chicken, the Fiesta Black Bean, Chicken Caesar, Cobb, Antipasto and many more. Panini’s Famous Overstuffed Sandwich™ is a BIG deal! And in more ways than one – first of all it’s a great deal at $7.99, but it is also BIG! From Panini’s humble beginnings on the East Bank of the Flats in Downtown Cleveland back in 1986, Panini’s Bar & Grill has expanded and grown, and Clevelanders and Ohioans alike will tell you it’s because of Panini’s Overstuffed Sandwich™. The famous sandwiches are made with fresh baked Italian bread & overstuffed with handcut fries, signature slaw, tomato & melted provolone. You choose capicola, roast beef, corned beef, cheese steak, hard salami, tuna salad, pastrami, turkey, a cheese combo, or have it breakfast-style with bacon, ham and egg. You can “Kick Up” any sandwich by doubling the meat or picking two for an additional $1.99 or you can add fried egg ($.99 ) or bacon ($1.49) to
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any sandwich. Overstuffed Specialties (not available late night or as combos) include the Angus Burger, the Italian, BBQ Pork, Grilled Chicken and Breaded Chicken. Wings – Never, Ever Frozen! With 15 different choices for wing flavors from messy to dry rub, and your choice bone-in or boneless, wing lovers will be happy at Panini’s! The Tailgate Grill section of Panini’s menu features some amazing burgers and a variety of tasty chicken sandwiches. Burgers are all made with fresh Angus beef, or all Tailgate Grill items can substitute a spicy black bean
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or turkey burger. Or, you call the shots and build your own sandwich. You can choose a gourmet bun, pretzel bun or garlic “Panini” bread, and then choose from a list of toppings too long to list! Wrap It Up in a wrap from Panini’s and it’s a sure hit! Ten different wraps mean there is a favorite for everyone. To name a few, there is Pick-A-Philly, Tuscan, Primavera and the Panini Wrap, which is your favorite overstuffed sandwich all wrapped up! The Classics & Originals section of the menu features a variety of hot sandwiches and melts. Of course, you can’t go wrong with a Panini’s Pizza!
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Specialty pizzas also helped make Panini’s famous and some of the choices sound amazing like Pork E Pig, East Bank BBQ topped with pulled pork, ham, Applewood bacon, red onion and cheddar, or The Mobster with white garlic sauce and capicola, pepperoni, salami, banana pepper and mozzarella. Sides are fun and are listed to
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match Panini’s sports bar atmosphere as 1st Base, 2nd Base and 3rd Base. My son and I went for 3rd, which includes onion rings (my choice), MacN-Cheese (my son’s pick), Red Skin Smashers, or Cheesy Bacon Fries. Panini’s Happy Hour is Monday through Friday, from 2–7 p.m., and features $3 wines and wells, $2 domestic drafts and $3 starters with
choices of Buffalo bleu fries, jumbo pretzels, fried pickles, potato skins, pizza points, or chips and salsa. Panini’s is a late night hotspot because it caters to the late crowd with Late Night Specials that include half off of all taps, wine and spirits! Panini’s Late Night specials are offered from 10 p.m. to closing on Sunday through Thursday and 12 a.m. to
closing on Friday and Saturday. Panini’s Bar and Grill is located at 3973 Van Dyke Road in Lutz and is open daily for lunch, dinner and late night. Keep up with specials at facebook.com/PaninisofLutz. Find more information at PaninisGrill.com or call Panini’s of Lutz at (813) 962-3479.
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