Travel Vlog / A Bloggers' Trip to Croatia!

[@susanzumback7711]

I admire you,the low key gentleness of your demeanor belies a fearless and brave soul 💜

[@MirandaMills]

That's very kind, Susan, thank you! I wouldn't normally be quite as adventurous as getting on a quad bike though, haha! But it all made for great memories! xxx

[@melaniebonello3798]

Happy birthday, Miranda! You really bring such joy to our lives! Your mum as well :)

[@MirandaMills]

That's very kind, thank you! xxx

[@elizabethbrink3761]

This was so fun!! Thank you for showing us your lovely trip. I'm so glad we got to see your mom enjoy her gifts as well! I hope you had a wonderful birthday and that you have a special time showing your dad Yorkshire!

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much, Elizabeth! It was such a great trip, and I was glad I was able to find some suitable pressies. We saved a bottle of wine for my Dad to enjoy as a taste of Croatia too! xxx

[@maslina4567]

I am a Canadian living in Istria (was Wilde for Classics) and am thrilled you spent time in Dalmatia. Croatia is a spectacularly wonderful place to visit and even better, live! Thank you for a lovely vlog! It is true that September is not typically rainy here. It's also been cooler than usual until this week.

[@MirandaMills]

What a lovely place to live! I was so delighted to get the chance to explore a little of Croatia xxx

[@mariarosariolee]

¡Gracias!

[@MirandaMills]

Wow, what very kind support, Maria! Thank you so much for your generosity; I so appreciate it! ❤️

[@teresa8610]

Croatia was so beautiful! Thanks for taking us with you! And, Happy Birthday! I hope you have a wonderful day! ❤️📚🍁

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you, Teresa! xxx

[@cyndyawarren]

Thank you for sharing your trip, Miranda! I literally said out loud at one point, "Oh I hope we get to see mum open her gifts!" What a lovely treat! I better get cracking on reading Persuasion!

[@MirandaMills]

So glad you enjoyed it, Cyndy! Happy reading! xxx

[@priscillamcgarry5200]

Thank you so much for taking me along with you to Croatia… I thoroughly enjoyed the trip and your outfits were beautiful…

[@MirandaMills]

So glad you enjoyed, Priscilla! I was glad I was able to wear some dresses in the end xxx

[@carolaustin6374]

What a wonderful video, Miranda. You really portrayed Croatia beautifully, and I'm glad you got to go on such an interesting trip.I can't say I ever envisaged you on a quad bike, but it looked like great fun! How lovely to see Donna giving you a cup of Yorkshire Tea and opening her presents. Wishing you a very happy birthday, Miranda!

[@MirandaMills]

I'd never envisaged myself on a quad bike either, Carol 😂 It was certainly an adventure though! Thanks so much for your birthday wishes! xxx

[@GraceMed]

That looked like a lovely trip, but what I enjoyed most was seeing your mom's great smiles as she first expressed being glad you were back, and then delighted in her gifts. Priceless.... :) You and your mom are wonderful!

[@Emmie4497]

Thank you so much for taking the time to film some of your trip for us Miranda! Croatia looks so wonderful - I'm so glad you enjoyed yourself and definitely hope your mum will be able to go with you sometime in future!

[@amy8458]

Great vlog Miranda, I don't even know where Croatia is. Loved your musical choices too.

[@MirandaMills]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you xxx

[@mariacristinabuenoasensio3071]

Marvellous trip, Miranda! Wonderful shots and experiences, but for me, the sweetest moment was when you came home and Mum was there with a cup of tea!!! Such a sweet moment mum and daughter delighted to be together again 🥰

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Maria! Haha, yes I really appreciated that cup of tea! It's lovely to go away, but always equally lovely to return home too! xxx

[@pamelapoet9]

Happiest of birthdays, Miranda! This was so lovely. Thank you for taking us along. The landscape is just gorgeous. Please let your mom know that I think she IS an influencer! 💕 Wishing you a wonderful visit with your dad. p.s. I finished Spell Stoppers, by your friend Cat Gray. It's a charming YA novel and the perfect light escape for this time of year.

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your lovely words and very kind support, Pamela! So kind of you and much appreciated! We are having a lovely weekend with my Dady already. I'm so glad you enjoyed Cat Gray's lovely book! xxx

[@angelajones129]

Thank you for sharing your travels with us, Miranda! It was so picturesque. I wish your mum could've been with you. I hope you have the happiest of birthdays and that you enjoy your family time together.

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much, Angela! We're having a fabulous time! xxx

[@sue488]

Thank you - I really enjoyed this video and it was great to see your purchases too! I always enjoy seeing you and your mum together - what a special relationship you have. I also wanted to mention the music on the video - I felt it really brought things to life.

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much, Sue! So glad you enjoyed the video and music! xxx

[@lomazowr1]

Wonderful trip love how delighted you and your Mum were to be back together.The-gifts you chose fr her really bought a smile to her face.Enjoy time with your Dad.

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much! We saved one of the wines & the sugared orange peel & almonds to have with my Dad too, so he got to enjoy a taste of Croatia as well which was fun! xxx

[@cathstokk]

Happy Birthday 🎂 Thanks for the lovely travel vlog and hope you have an amazing birthday!!

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you very much for your kind support and birthday wishes, Cathrine! Much appreciated! ❤️

[@patriciamoran9143]

Everything about this trip by your side had been delightful. Growing up during the Cold War, Yugoslavia was a mystery. The landscape is gorgeous, and I'm so grateful to be able to see it over your shoulder! I hope you're birthday celebration is delightful, and I look forward to your next installment.

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed the vlog! xxx

[@gilltaber2187]

What a beautiful place Croatia is! The shot (at about 7 minutes) of all those rooftops in such pretty reds and and greys was gorgeous. What a whirlwind of experiences you had. I especially loved the wrapping on those chocolate bars; so pretty! I hope you had a wonderful birthday with lots of love, laughter and cake!

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much for your birthday wishes, Gill! The views from the walls in Dubrovnik were incredible! xxx

[@suenicholls5446]

😀💕xx thanks Miranda. What an interesting vlog. Croatia looks so beautiful and interesting. What a great opportunity for you. I DO hope you’ll be able to return with your mum.

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you, Sue! xxx

[@gramarye_cottage]

Lovely Vlog ♥️ Thanks for taking us along. Those embroidered napkins are just gorgeous. Your mum looked like she really missed you too. Thank you for sharing 🙏🏻

[@saosousapereira9704]

Thank you for sharing your trip with us and I really hope you will go back with your mum.

[@giuliofish]

Glad you had a nice time. I love embroidery too.

[@theesilverghost]

Happy Birthday, Miranda! Croatia is lovely. Thank you for sharing your trip with us. Also, it always warms my heart to watch you and your mum interact. When she leaned over to kiss you, my heart was so filled with joy. Your relationship is so special. Enjoy your time with your father. Enjoy your family time. We will be here when you return.

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much, Gina! Yes, I'm lucky to get on so well with my mum! Hope you're having a lovely weekend 😊 xxx

[@vanillapapers]

What a beautiful country! You've captured it so well.

[@MirandaMills]

It really is! Thank you xxx

[@AprilsHome]

Beautiful trip! I’ve really enjoyed hearing your book reviews and recommendations, as well as you and your mother’s chats and adventures. I hope you have a wonderful birthday! 😊

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you very much! I'm having a lovely birthday weekend 😊

[@bettymaugeri7316]

Thank you for taking us along - a wonderful city!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

I love me a travel Vlog and I’m happy to hear you went to a beautiful place.

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you! It was all so gorgeous!

[@LemmyCaution66]

Hello Miranda and Happy Birthday 🎂. Loved the video of the trip. The city looked amazing but thank you for showing it to us. No tea 🫖 for the whole trip must have been hard. But I enjoyed the moment when you gave the gifts to your mum. Have fun when your dad is there and again thank you for taking us with you on the trip. Greetings from Belgium 🇧🇪 🍂❤️🦉😊

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you very much! Durbovnik is such a beautiful place; I really enjoyed being able to capture a bit on film. I was thankful for that tea, yes, haha! Thank you for your birthday wishes! xxx

[@chockycake1]

Croatia looked beautiful 😊love the relationship you have with your Mum and so pleased she loved all her gifts.

[@jasonlow8029]

Thank you, Miranda, for the lovely 😍 travel video, you have captured the atmosphere, the buildings, and food so brilliantly! And the colour of the sea is amazing! Have a wonderful rest of the week and enjoy the family celebrations and get-togethers. All best wishes, Jason

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much, Jason! I couldn't get over the colour of the sea either! So beautiful! It was all so much fun. Hope you're having a lovely weekend xxx

[@sallystanbury2025]

What a lovely trip Miranda. Interesting places and experiences for you plus you brought home such nice gifts for your Mum. Wishing you a happy birthday for next week 🎂

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much Sally! 😊💙

[@emmavd]

Happy belated Birthday, Miranda!!!🎂💐🥂And thank you for the lovely vlog🌷

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Emma!

[@lisajayne3859]

Thank you for taking us along to Croatia with you xx ❤️❤️❤️ Have a gorgeous time with your Dad catching up xxx ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ivonaivona668]

A Croatian here. I was looking for booktubers and this video popped up. I'm really happy you enjoyed your time in my home country. I'm going to explore your book videos now.

[@scrappydoodledoo22]

Another lovely video. Such great glimpses of Croatia too! 😊

[@staroliva6502]

Miranda what a marvelous trip to Croatia. Definitely on my list to visit Croatia in the future....Thank you for taking time and sharing with us.. Hope you have a wonderful Birthday and enjoy with family.🎂🧁🎂🎂 It was great seeing Mum!

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much! It is such a beautiful place; I hope you get to visit one day! xxx

[@bellathereader1328]

Happy Birthday and thank you for sharing your trip to Croatia!

[@andraste6746]

Croatia looks so wonderful and they organised a lovely trip for you. Happy belated Birthday.

[@LemmyCaution66]

Happy Birthday, Miranda. With love from Antwerp from Flaco, my Spanish Rescue dog 🐶 and myself. 😃

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your good wishes and very kind support! Much appreciated! ❤️

[@maureenstokowski5848]

Miranda your trip looked amazing! Such a beautiful country. What lovely gifts you got your Mom. The napkins were so pretty. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Maureen! xxx

[@maureenstokowski5848]

And the Happiest of Birthdays to you ❤️

[@rae_of_sunlight]

Another lovely vlog as always! So fun to see your Croatia trip. Happy, happy birthday for today, and have a wonderful time with your Dad while he's over.

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@leannemorgan4996]

Thanks Miranda

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your lovely support! ❤️

[@henriettanovember4733]

Lovely gifts for your Mother. In my family my Father and I always buy honey for each other when we travel as gifts.

[@MirandaMills]

What a fun tradition to have!

[@ramimnasim8367]

Thank you soo much marinda for sharing such a wonderful trip with us., 🥰

[@suzy8109]

I loved this travel vlog and seeing beautiful Croatia, Miranda. I would love to see more such travel vlogs including Donna in the future. I adore travelling and can’t wait to visit lots more countries now that the covid travel restrictions have been relaxed. I have loved visiting places like Rome, Athens, Prague, Vienna and Barcelona in the past and I am sure you and Donna would love seeing these historic places which are also so full of local culture. Thank you for sharing this lovely travel experience and sending you many happy returns for your Birthday. Have a wonderful time with your family and please upload your next video whenever you get time. We can wait. ❤

[@MirandaMills]

Lol, we would certainly enjoy that too! One can but hope / dream! xxx

[@sandyokey7728]

What a beautiful country! I enjoyed all of your Instagram posts also. Happy birthday, Miranda 💕🎉🎂🍾💐

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Sandy! 😊

[@marywelton7738]

You Guys Look so beautiful. What a great trip. Thanks for Sharing.

[@monikamarsollek3493]

Hi, Miranda, thank you for sharing the lovely views and impressions. It’s so different and special there! Nothing better to read at the beach, hearing the music of the sea… I’m just back from Denmark, where we had wonderful sunny weather and could do that almost every day. Love your gifts for your mum and hope you enjoyed the wine together. She really appreciated everything. Hope you had a happy birthday and wish you a new year of your life full of wonderful experiences, in nature and of course in books 📚! Love Monika❣

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your kind words and birthday wishes, Monika! xxx

[@leeh4343]

Happy birthday Miranda! 🎉 Lovely to join you on your trip to Croatia - I was there when I was a child and you’ve made me want to go back again! 😊

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much! I hope you manage to go back! xxx

[@jennifermielo-shook3174]

Well, I’m certainly ‘influenced’ to visit Croatia so well done! Thank you for taking us along on your trip. It looks beautiful! I don’t know if I would’ve been brave enough to drive an ATV but I bet it gave you access to things you never would have seen from a car. I love the gifts you brought home for your mum. It’s nice to have things to use that will always remind you of a special trip. And finally, happy, happy birthday! Enjoy your time with your dad. We’ll be here when you get back.

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much for your very kind support, Jennifer - I so appreciate it! I was definitely only a passenger on the squad bike - would not drive it myself!!! But it was an adventure! Yes, I always like to bring home some memento from a trip; as you say, it brings back memories then! xxx

[@Nicole-Leigh]

Hope you had a lovely birthday with your family!! It was a wonderful video of your trip!!

[@marty9011]

It was great to see a bit of Croatia, it looks like a beautiful country, especially old Dubrovnik. Thank you for sharing your trip.

[@lynn9935]

What a wonderful treat it is to share in your trip with you. The entire trip looked so relaxing. Your mom is lucky to be able to sample some of the delicacies. Thank you so much for sharing it with us.

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Lynn - I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Croatia is such a beautiful place, and I was thrilled to bring home some treats! xxx

[@sandralynn5715]

Happy Birthday!

[@vanessap893]

Happy belated birthday, Miranda! 🎈I hope you had a lovely time with your family 🤗 Thank you for sharing your trip with us, everything looked gorgeous, and the ending with your mum opening the gifts was so special! Have a nice week 🌸

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much!

[@ИринаБоброва-л8х]

Happy Birthday, Miranda! Many happy returns! Another lovely video from you. Always so relaxing to watch on Friday. No matter where you are you have the talent to make it special )))

[@MirandaMills]

That’s very kind of you to say, thank you very much! 💙

[@InspiredCreation31]

🎯☘️🍁🌻Greetings Miranda,,a wonder-- ful upload of your visit to Croatia.Croatia is truely stunning & a natural wonder tucked away into the heart of Europe.You have some brilliant visuals of Croatia in this upload.Love those delicate embroi-- dery handkerchiefs,gorgeous bookmark & those delicious chocolates ofcourse.. Sending warm goodwishes for your🥮🍨 birthday celebrations ahead.& thank you once again for all your lovely uploads.. ☘️🍁🌻🙏♾️

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much! Croatia is very beautiful, and I’m so glad you enjoyed the video! 💕

[@InspiredCreation31]

@@MirandaMills Absolutely agree 👍 Thank you.Much goodwishes.🙏💐♾️

[@laketown5802]

Croatia is so different than how I pictured it! I didn't realize it had the gorgeous coastline and island you mentioned. 😍

[@MirandaMills]

It is indeed a beautiful coastline. I felt so lucky seeing it in person!

[@Bearcub599]

Really enjoyed seeing Croatia through your eyes 👍 Thank you 😊

[@catloverd3671]

Happy Birthday 🎈Miranda ❤ Love your channel and always enjoy when you and your mum can do things together ❤️

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@veronicaan2093]

So lovely thank you x

[@kayjones2533]

Hope you are having a wonderful birthday Miranda x

[@joyfreeman9962]

Happy Birthday!🎈🎁🎊

[@janicemacdougall1844]

What a beautiful country!

[@wangxiao2019]

I am so glad and happy to know that you enjoyed your trip Croatia seems like a really wonderful, beautiful place to visit ^-^! Thank you for taking us along I wish i could travel there someday

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you; I'm so glad you enjoyed the vlog, and I hope you make it to Croatia one day! xxx

[@exomake_mehorololo]

What a lovely trip!! It looks beautiful. The book War among ladies sounds intriguing. I'd be interested to read it if the tone is pleasant or humorous ... I don't enjoy too much drama, work politics or just people being mean and rude towards each other

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you! It was gorgeous! War Among Ladies is pretty serious in tone, so maybe not your cup of tea!

[@DianeC1975]

Lovely vlog. Enjoyed very much. 💕

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you 😊

[@KimtheElder]

What a lovely trip and fun-filled it appears😊. Hope you and Mum can visit together someday. 🌷

[@susanfisher4344]

What fun! It’s so lovely to get to travel again, isn’t it?

[@MirandaMills]

yes, so great to travel abroad for the first time since 2019!! xxx

[@saosousapereira9704]

And happy birthday! 🥂🍰

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you!

[@Lmg13780]

Happy Birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉 🎈 🎁 🎊 🎂

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you! xxx

[@donnamonti2033]

Lovely video!

[@catloverd3671]

Thanks!

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your lovely support! It's much appreciated! xxx

[@mariarosariolee]

Happy Birthday, Miranda. Have a good day. María Rosario

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much, Maria! ❤️

[@Lynn_Ann_Jackson]

Beautiful views of Croatia, Miranda…thank you for sharing your adventure with us! Wishing you a wonderful birthday celebration with your parents!!🍧🎂🍷💐❤️

[@MirandaMills]

So glad you enjoyed the video! I'm having a lovely birthday weekend, thank you! xxx

[@sandraelder1101]

What about the candied oranges and almonds? Did she like them?

[@MirandaMills]

Yes, she did! And so did my dad, as we saved them for his arrival! xxx

[@idabustamante7081]

what a great adventure . . I was so hoping you'd find a bookstore in Croatia . . nevertheless glad you had fun . . enjoy your birthday 🎂 just celebrated mine on Sunday Oct 2nd have a great weekend ❤️🙋‍♀️🥰💐🌹

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much! Sadly didn’t pass any bookshops! Happy belated birthday to you! Xxx

[@kamicastillo1451]

How beautiful....loved the entire video! Thanks for sharing with us. You mom looked so happy with gifts. Hope you have a wonderful time while your Dad is there! Enjoy!

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you Kami! Yes, my mum was happy! We’ll be sharing one of the wines with my dad 😊🍷

[@debrablack5173]

Hi Miranda, I almost didn't click onto this vlog but I'm so glad I did. I just didn't realize how beautiful Croatia is. It looks like you had a wonderful time. I'm loving your dresses and the napkins you bought your lovely mother. Happy birthday!

[@MirandaMills]

So glad you enjoyed it, Debra!

[@joysedgwick812]

Happy birthday Miranda 🎉 🎂! See you soon.

[@lisajayne3859]

Happy Belated Birthday Wishes Miranda xxx ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@nettyknits]

Happy birthday Miranda. Thank you for filming your trip, it was wonderful to see Croatia. So glad to see your mum opening her presents. Have a lovely time with your dad 💕

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed the trip! xxx

[@shanne6625]

Loved seeing your trip! Thank you for sharing. Donna loved your gift I’m sure. I’d love to visit one day♥️Your music choices were spot on!!

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Shanne! Hope you get to visit one day! xxx

[@KarenPiggott]

Croatia looks beautiful as did you in your lovely dresses. You & your mum are so sweet, you obviously have a wonderful relationship with one another. Best wishes Karen 🌺

[@un_becoming]

Wish you a very happy birthday dear Miranda. Thank you so much for sharing your love of books with us. I love all your recommendations, listened to Anne Bronte's The tenant of Wildfell Hall, The enchanted April on audible. Such lovely stories. Have got the Autumn poems by Allie Esiri, Wintering..and Emily of New moon on Kindle. Thank you so much rekindling my love for books and their comfort. Your voice too is so comforting and soothing. Wish you the best and warm regards to your mother, Donna ❤️

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much! Glad to hear you're enjoying those books! Happy reading xxx

[@paulbenson3441]

Hi Miranda, my wife and I have only recently discovered your vlog and we have found your book reviews very enjoyable. Have a good time in Croatia. Paul and Moira, Sheffield.

[@irhonda31]

Croatia is beautiful!! I never really thought about what it would look like. It reminds me of Marin County in California (near where I live).

[@kimrobinson6280]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MIRANDA 😍😍🎂🎂

[@1c1pal]

You should have brought Illyrian Spring.

[@MirandaMills]

I've already read it (and reviewed and recommended it on here a few times!). I have so many books I have to read on my TBR that I didn't want to reread a book I'd read pretty recently. But yes, it's a great book for the area.

[@abigailhortencia5901]

Happy Birthday🥳❤️

[@jobailey145]

We love Croatia and have had many wonderful holidays there. I remember after we walked the walls in Dubrovnik visiting a cloister with orange trees it was so cool and peaceful (it was August!). Then we went to hear a string quartet who suddenly did a rendition of ‘Three little maids’ from The Mikado which was hilarious, so out of context. I thoroughly recommend Opatija and Rovinj on the Istrian peninsula. Ann Bridge’s Illyrian Spring is a very suitable read for this part of the world. I am just wondering was there an element of learning about being an influencer as part of the trip, or was it just for like minded people?Have a fabulous few days with you Dad, so looking forward to the next video x

[@MirandaMills]

It is such a beautiful place; I can see why you return! I have read Illyrian Spring and certainly though of it whilst I was there. The trip was a gifted press trip for influencers / bloggers, arranged by Jet2 and the Dubrovnik Tourist Board. I don't know Jet2's criteria for which influencers they invited, but I was certainly delighted to be one of them! xxx

[@sstafford1951]

Lovely video, Croatia is a beautiful place. Happy birthday 🎂 I hope you have a nice time celebrating 🎉

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much! I'm having a lovely birthday weekend, and I'm very glad you enjoyed the video! xxx

[@lucybalt7312]

What a wonderful trip! Croatia is stunning. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@MirandaMills]

It is such a beautiful place! Feel very lucky to have visited 💙

[@lev3021]

Thank you for sharing your trip, Miranda. The vlog was wonderful, as always. Happy birthday!!!

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@sally-t5s]

I enjoyed this vlog immensely, Miranda! What an adventure and so, so beautiful. The walk around the city walls was just lovely. I loved the narrow streets. Gorgeously put together and I loved watching your Mum open her gift bag 🖤 A very stylish and incredibly interesting piece. Thank you! And a very happy birthday 🎂 xx

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your very kind words, Sally! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. I'm having a lovely birthday weekend showing my dad Yorkshire for the first time! xxx

[@helloitsme5727]

Hey welcome to my country 🙃

[@siobahn2011]

Thank you Miranda for taking us along with you in this lovely trip to Croatia though I must admit that what I loved more was just your happy mother’s face when you were back home !! She is lovely!! Happy birthday and lots of love!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you very much for your support and birthday wishes! ❤️

[@bookoffholicbookwart5945]

Absolutely love your videos. Thoroughly enjoyed this one

[@MirandaMills]

I'm so glad, thank you! xxx

[@bookoffholicbookwart5945]

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