***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation was provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** Last week when I was in Hollywood, I met some great new bloggy-buddies. One of them was a Dad named Craig. (It was so nice to have a male on board to help break up the estrogen a little bit!) Of course we've chatted online since coming home, and he noticed a picture on my Instagram. In this pic, Sophie and Xander are playing with a couple of dolls. Craig, being the proud Dad of 2 daughters, immediately recognized one of the dolls was a Groovy Girls Doll from Manhattan Toy Company. I was rather impressed by this Dad. He really knows his stuff! Craig's daughters have loved Groovy Girls for years, and he was thrilled to see that they're still around and thriving. Not only are they still in high demand with girls everywhere, they are actually celebrating their Sweet 16! How exciting is that?! Groovy Girls, from parent company The Manhattan Toy Company, have been a worldwide phenomenon since 1998 when they introduced Liza, Lucy, Lexi and Lupe -- soft sculptured dolls with a shy smile and funky vibe. Sweet 16 years later, The Manhattan Toy Company is introducing three Special Edition Sweet 16 Dolls and four "Core" dolls that start with the letter "B" -- Brooklyn, Bailey, Bayani and Brenna. And at just $15 for the new 2014 core dolls and $20 for the Special Edition dolls, Groovy Girls are a chic deal that’s just too groovy to pass up. What makes Groovy Girls different from other dolls is a deeper, more compelling message for both children and parents. Each Groovy Girls character has a unique, one of a kind look expressed in her hairstyle, skin tone and hip outfit — just like girls in real life. Another part of the Groovy Girls’ appeal is their consistent look that has been gently refreshed over the years. In fact, their original designer still works there today! Our Groovy Girls Review : We received the brand new Brooklyn doll to check out, as well as the Totally Tentastic play tent. They arrived with lightning speed, and my kids nagged and nagged until I opened them. (They sat in a box teasing them for a week while I was in Los Angeles!) As you can see, Brooklyn is definitely a fashionista with a very creative sense of style. She has curly blonde hair with fabulous violet highlights to match her eyes, and she is decked out in a very edgy, colorful outfit. The Totally Tentastic tent is also quite fashionable, featuring vibrant colors and fun, funky prints. This tent has a zipper-opening like a real tent would, and it also has windows and a "door" that can be tied open for endless play possibilities. Brooklyn looks right at home in her tent, doesn't she? This tent is generously sized and can accommodate other toys as well. My Xander likes having his toy dinosaurs invade the campground, but of course, Brooklyn always saves the day. (Boys will be boys, right?) My daughter Sophie absolutely adores Groovy Girls. She loves being able to snuggle her doll during story time, and she also enjoys "pretend camping" with her. Of course this camping trip always seems to involve shoe-shopping and make-up, but I'm not going to burst my little divas bubble just yet. Overall, we're totally digging Groovy Girls. We love the positive message these dolls send to young ladies, and as a mom, anything that empowers my daughter and gives her confidence to be exactly who she is gets an A+ in my book. In fact, the Groovy Girls are such a hit in my home that I know I will have to add to the collection soon. After all, Brooklyn will need some of her groovy pals to chill with! Happy Sweet 16, Groovy Girls! Here's to 16 more wonderful years! How to Connect : You can buy your own Groovy Girls Doll for the low price of $15 for the new 2014 core dolls, and $20 for the Special Edition dolls. You can also grab the Totally Tentastic Tent for $24 at specialty toy shops throughout the U.S or online at Manhattantoy.com You can also connect with The Manhattan Toy Company on Facebook, on twitter, on Pinterest, on Instagram, and even on YouTube! (Yep! This is a brand that LOVES being social! So stop and say "Hello!") Enter to WIN : I am thrilled to announce that one lucky reader will be receiving a Groovy Girls Brooklyn Doll AND the Totally Tentastic play tent!
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95 Comments
Karen
5/15/2014 07:20:25 am
Absolutely love the: Delightfuls - Ferris Frog Medium - he looks so squishy.
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Laura
5/16/2014 01:12:31 am
I love snuggle pod's little peanut doll!
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erin dear
5/16/2014 08:28:46 am
The Tree Top Adventure toy would be perfect for my kids!
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Jennifer Reed
5/16/2014 12:19:53 pm
Something else I really like form Manhattan Toys is the Groovy Girls Midnight Star Horse
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Carol
5/17/2014 08:16:47 am
I like the Baby Stella Blonde
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erin dear
5/17/2014 09:22:41 am
I love the Groovy Girls Midnight Star Horse, it would be perfect for my little girl!
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Cathy Jarolin
5/17/2014 12:55:05 pm
I saw her right away!! I love the Baby Stella w/ Brunette hair and the pacifier in her mouth!! Too Cute!! Love Dolls!
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Amanda Alvarado
5/17/2014 02:22:08 pm
I love the Fraggle Rock Red doll!
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Kristen
5/18/2014 03:23:20 am
I like Baby Stella.
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Jan Lee
5/18/2014 08:41:44 am
I like their stuffed animals, especially Lovelies - Piper Pig Large - New :)
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Cathy Jarolin
5/18/2014 11:04:16 am
I also Love the Groovy Girls Princess Seraphina she is so pretty in Pink!
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Lacey Burd
5/18/2014 11:50:25 pm
My daughter has the theater stage from Manhattan Toys, she would absolutely love the Cinderella or the Dr. Seuss Horton Hears a Who finger puppet sets!
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brandy
5/19/2014 03:32:59 am
My daughter would like the groovy girls doll
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Mia
5/19/2014 07:53:29 am
The Princess Seraphina doll is darling.
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Cathy Jarolin
5/19/2014 11:36:35 am
I love the Baby Stella cute comfy Carseat. Somewhere to put Baby Stella when she goes to visit Grandma! :0)~~
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lisa
5/20/2014 06:51:24 am
Baby Stella w/ Brunette hair
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Cathy Jarolin
5/20/2014 11:50:34 am
I love the Groovy Girls Midnight Star Horse...
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Linda G.
5/20/2014 12:36:02 pm
I like the monsties hand puppet thly
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erin dear
5/21/2014 04:27:07 am
the Baby Stella Tickled Pink Armoire is adorable
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Cathy Jarolin
5/21/2014 01:40:12 pm
I love the Medium Ferris Frog. My little Great Grandson would just love to cuddle with him. Its a nice Green and looks so soft!
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erin dear
5/22/2014 10:02:22 am
I love the Fraggle Rock Boober
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Cathy Jarolin
5/22/2014 10:55:52 am
I Love the Tree Top Adventurer!! It really is an awesome toy fore your child to play with.. Will keep him entertained for a long time. Love it!!
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Cathy Jarolin
5/23/2014 01:18:49 pm
I Love the Baby Stella Happy High Chair. Such soft colors of Spring. Baby Stella would love to eat in it!
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Nicole C.
5/25/2014 12:24:57 am
I like the Groovy Girls Midnight Star Horse.
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Cathy Jarolin
5/25/2014 11:31:53 am
Dr. Seuss Horton (Large) Is so loveable and soft looking. I would love him for my little Grandson!!
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Rachel C
5/26/2014 05:22:10 am
I like all the wooden vehicles with the gas station.
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Cathy Jarolin
5/27/2014 01:12:58 pm
I Love the Dr. Seuss Hand Puppet HORTON.. He is so cute! He also is a Pretty light Blue color..Adorable!
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Hannah Avery
5/27/2014 11:58:29 pm
I like the blonde Baby Stella and her accessories
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john
5/28/2014 01:57:44 am
NURSING NANA is so cute!!!!!!
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Cathy Jarolin
5/28/2014 04:37:31 am
I Love The Lovelies - Bailey Bunny Large ,, So soft and cuddley.. In a Beautiful shade of Blue.. My Grand daughter would sleep with it!!
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Cathy Jarolin
5/29/2014 06:16:56 am
I love the Baby Stella Puppy Dog Sadie! She is so cute with the Big Polka Dot Bow Tie on her head. Too Cute!!
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Mia
5/29/2014 07:00:52 am
I like the secret agent spy gear.
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Cathy Jarolin
5/30/2014 12:12:07 pm
I Love the Imagine I Can Fashion Friends Set!! Emmah Jayne would love to dress up all these pretty people on the Board. I would like to do this myself!! Lol! I am just a Kid at Heart!! Lol!
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erin dear
5/31/2014 09:46:26 pm
I like the Delightfuls - Ferris Frog Medium - New
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Cathy Jarolin
6/1/2014 08:13:32 am
Chuckles the Plush Zebra is Adorable.
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Rosanne
6/2/2014 12:48:51 pm
I like the MOTORWORKS FX Tuner Wagon 1.0
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erin dear
6/2/2014 10:38:03 pm
My daughter would love the Groovy Girls Princess Seraphina doll!
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Cathy Jarolin
6/3/2014 11:42:03 am
I also Love the Groovy Girls Royal Splendor Puppy & Pouf/ What an adorable pink little poodle~ She also has her own Fancy Pouf to lay on!
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Sherrie C.
6/3/2014 05:37:37 pm
I like the Imagine I Can Fairy Enchanted toy.
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Mia
6/4/2014 10:43:53 am
The Dinoz Cera is very cute.
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Cathy Jarolin
6/4/2014 12:53:58 pm
I Love the Peek Squeak Giraffe for Baby. So soft looking. Pretty Pastel Colors. Little rings on him for playtime. So Cute!!
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Sherrie C.
6/5/2014 06:07:59 am
I think the Puppet Playhouse Theater is really cute!
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Cathy Jarolin
6/5/2014 01:50:19 pm
Drago Dragon Hand Puppet. I can see my Grandsons playing with this one! It is adorable!
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Cathy Jarolin
6/6/2014 07:32:55 am
I Love the Baby Stella Sweet Sounds Doll! She is so Pretty! She even has her own little Phone~
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erin dear
6/6/2014 10:58:50 am
I like the MOTORWORKS FX Tuner Wagon 1.0, it looks like something my son would have fun with.
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Sherrie C.
6/6/2014 02:51:08 pm
I also like the Animal Prints (12 pcs/2 pcs ea of 6 styles).
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Natalie Brown
6/6/2014 05:42:10 pm
Hi! Another toy of theirs that I really like is the Farmyard Friends Activity Book. My grandson would love it! Thank-you
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erin dear
6/6/2014 10:26:41 pm
The Tree Top Adventure toy looks like it would be tons of fun!
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Mia
6/7/2014 05:21:18 am
I also like the groovylicious greeting cards.
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Cathy Jarolin
6/7/2014 08:36:46 am
I Live the Dinoz Cera The Large one. This material looks so plush and rugged. This Dinosaur is friendly looking and I love the colors..
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Sherrie C.
6/7/2014 09:34:28 am
I also like the Kodiak Bear located under stuffed animals. Thanks :)
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heather
6/7/2014 01:07:48 pm
Baby stella blonde doll is cute.
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laurie Nykaza
6/7/2014 08:02:27 pm
Baby Stella Brunette she is so cute
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Julie Moore
6/7/2014 11:28:33 pm
the Baby Stella doll is so cute
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Sherrie C.
6/8/2014 02:08:22 am
I also love the Ride-Upons Desoto Dragon. Very cute but really spendy!
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erin dear
6/8/2014 07:43:58 am
I would love to have the Fraggle Rock Red stuffed animal!
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erin dear
6/8/2014 10:08:28 pm
The Wimmer-Ferguson Crawl & Discover Mat is super cute!
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Sherrie C.
6/9/2014 04:15:55 am
The Baby Stella Tickled Pink Armoire is just adorable!
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Cathy Jarolin
6/9/2014 12:08:12 pm
The Baby Stella Take Along Travel Crib is so cute.. It would be so cute to see my Emmah taking that along to go and see Grandma!
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erin dear
6/9/2014 10:07:23 pm
The Baby Stella Mealtime Gift Set is really cute, I would love for my daughter to have it ;)
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Sherrie C.
6/10/2014 09:00:13 am
I really like the Wooden Puppet Theater. Very cute :)
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Mia
6/10/2014 09:46:56 am
The fairy enchanted dress up is sweet.
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Cathy Jarolin
6/10/2014 10:41:30 am
I Love the Baby Stella Bringing Home Baby Set... Has all the lil necessities you need for Baby. Even a cute little pacifier!
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erin dear
6/10/2014 11:11:09 pm
I love the Baby Stella Dress Up Ladybug outfit, its super cute!
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T. Wilson
6/10/2014 11:37:31 pm
Love Baby Stella & all her accessories
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Sherrie C.
6/11/2014 03:21:35 am
My baby grandson would love the Dr. Seuss THE CAT IN THE HAT Stacker. Thanks :)
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Mia
6/11/2014 11:56:31 am
I love the Bellissima ballerina.
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Cathy Jarolin
6/11/2014 01:26:44 pm
I love the "Groovy Girls Swanky Sofa" How cool is that! I haven't seen many sofas for a doll! Love it!
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Linda Meyers-Gabbard
6/11/2014 08:31:36 pm
I would love to get the Baby Stella Blonde for my niece Stella.
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erin dear
6/11/2014 09:56:39 pm
I also like the Snuggle Pods Hunny Bunny!
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Cathy Jarolin
6/12/2014 09:12:53 am
Dr Seuss The Grinch & Max Gift Set is so Cute~~ They make am awesome pair! Lol! My Grandsons like the Grinch so I know they would have fun with this set!
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erin dear
6/12/2014 10:47:05 pm
I would love to get the MOTORWORKS TPP Sport Truck Power Pack 1.0 for my son.
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Elizabeth
6/13/2014 03:51:20 am
I love the Fraggle Rock Red doll!
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Mia
6/13/2014 04:52:38 am
I like the I Can Knitting Beginnings.
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Cathy Jarolin
6/13/2014 08:47:37 am
I Like the Baby Bella on the Go Gift set.. She has everything she needs for her busy Day!
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Daniel M
6/13/2014 10:42:40 am
Baby Stella Bringing Home Baby Set looks good too
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Jill Myrick
6/13/2014 10:50:16 am
I also love the Baby Stella Doll and the Baby Stella Highchair.
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Sherrie C.
6/13/2014 01:12:01 pm
I like Baby Stella Beige and Baby Stella Happy High Chair. Thanks :)
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laurie Nykaza
6/13/2014 07:44:36 pm
Whoozit Wiggle Ball so cute and colorful too
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erin dear
6/13/2014 10:21:56 pm
The Voyagers Deer looks super cuddly!
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Karen Drake
6/13/2014 11:58:40 pm
I like the Fraggle Rock Wembley Bobble Head.
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Rebecca Parsons
6/14/2014 01:55:49 am
I also think baby stella is just adorable.
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Cathy Jarolin
6/14/2014 07:33:39 am
I Love the Large Dino Rex. He is AQdorable!! I love his cor and the corduroy material he is made out of..
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ioana c.
6/14/2014 11:57:29 am
i love the dress up pirate , so cute!
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Christina Gould
6/14/2014 03:23:27 pm
I also love the Voyagers Deer. Thanks for the giveaway!
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erin dear
6/14/2014 10:13:56 pm
I would love to have the Motorworks EXX Atomic Rider 2.0 for my son!
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lisa jones
6/14/2014 10:18:17 pm
Love the baby Stella set up, there are so many fun things that all go together and create a whole world for my little ones c=
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Cathy Jarolin
6/14/2014 10:53:55 pm
I think that the "Groovy Girls Wheelin' In Style" Car is so Cute!! It's so Bright and colorful!
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Kristen
6/15/2014 04:50:42 am
I like Baby Stella's high chair.
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DanV
6/15/2014 07:21:54 am
I like Dr. Seuss ONE FISH Fish Bowl
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Sherrie C.
6/15/2014 11:33:46 am
The Baby Stella Sweet Sounds Doll and Party Outfit is really cute.
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Jenny Q.
6/15/2014 12:52:17 pm
My daughter would love any of the groovy girl dolls or accessories but one that caught my eye was the Groovy Girls Maddie Mermaid.
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vivian blevins
6/15/2014 01:46:08 pm
secret agent spy gear.
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