SunnyTrees Photography

Last year's snow storm.

2011-12-21T00:24:00.000-05:00

Call me to photo your family during our next snow storm. "Photographers produce and preserve images that paint a picture, tell a story, or record an event." ~ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Comic Life 2

2011-12-17T23:29:00.001-05:00

I used Comic Life 2 to create this comic strip today.

Google Sketch

2011-12-17T23:19:00.001-05:00

I used Google Sketch to create this awesome studio today.

Sunny Trees Photography listed as Adrian Michigan's Fine Art Child Photographer

2011-12-17T22:12:00.000-05:00

http://www.acpcg.org/

Emerick Wedding

2011-12-17T22:04:00.000-05:00

More photos from wedding posted on Sunny Trees Photography Facebook page.

Ryan H. Senior Pics

2011-12-17T22:00:00.002-05:00

See more on Sunny Trees Facebook page.

2011-10-19T01:07:00.002-04:00

The 250th person to "like" Sunny Trees Photography page gets $25 off a hour photo shoot. How do you like them Sunny Trees? http://www.facebook.com/SunnyTreesPhotography

Say "NO" to Fancy Photography Filters

2011-10-18T22:19:00.001-04:00

Tons of fancy filters out there to change colors and moods of photographic images. I still love either black and white or the natural colors I capture in my photography. Take a look at this pic and tell me if it needs to be any different. G is so beautiful. Why would I need to enhance anything? His face should be the center of focus, not any fancy alterations made digitally. I may be wrong, but the sun has kissed him. The trees have framed him oh so gently.

MR. G. and his invisible cape!

2011-10-12T21:34:00.002-04:00

The Awesome J-Man & Mom

2011-10-08T14:29:00.004-04:00

Make a digital poster on Glogster. Look at mine!

2011-10-05T15:09:00.003-04:00

http://sunnyzes1.glogster.com/production/

Celebrating 200 "likes" on facebook

2011-10-04T23:22:00.002-04:00

Thanks to everyone who "likes" Sunny Trees Photography.

Yet Another Talented Child O' Mine!

2011-09-27T21:09:00.009-04:00

I did not crop her images.
These are just as she took them.
Wow! I am amazed.
Check them all out on Facebook.

Introducing our newest photographer: Zyia Sprague

2011-09-25T22:54:00.003-04:00

She is 11 and has a wonderful eye!

Local Repair Services

2011-09-25T22:51:00.002-04:00

Computer Repair and Virus Removal, Wireless Internet Setup, Electrical, Minor Home Repair and Video Game System Repair flyer

Big Man C. on the farm and fam

2011-09-17T13:44:00.004-04:00

More pics posted on Sunny Trees Photography Facebook page.

Napoleon MI - Paul Williams

2011-08-28T00:20:00.000-04:00

New Logo

Took the Sprats to Hidden Lake Gardens

2011-08-15T16:02:00.002-04:00

Full uncut album on facebook.

Rylyn, Lindsay and Dustin

2011-08-11T22:30:00.003-04:00

What a hoot we had today. Good job guys. Tons of laughs and ZZZZzzzzzs!
Uncut pics are posted on fb. Enjoy!

Emilio and Amber Uncut

2011-08-09T15:33:00.001-04:00

Photos are posted on facebook.

Doteasy Cancel Reminder

2011-08-06T10:59:00.002-04:00

Reminder to all students of Multimedia Savvy class, If you no longer wish to keep your Doteasy account, you will need to complete and fax this form. If you need assistance, please contact me.

Rachael and James White 7/23/11

2011-07-23T18:38:00.002-04:00

Pics posted on Sunny Trees Photography facebook page.
Enjoy!

www.jocainemusic.com

2011-07-18T22:26:00.005-04:00

Ok, so... yes I'm very happy to announce the website for JoCaine @ www.jocainemusic.com is up and running. Catch me on facebook. Heart.Flowers.Butterflies.Rainbows. Great Day!

BP1_Welcome to my Blog

2011-06-30T12:06:00.000-04:00

This is my current digital portfolio. I would love to continue to use this for my Full Sail experiences.

Ashley Dalton, Nathan and kids' pics

2011-06-19T00:42:00.003-04:00

Uncut pics are posted on Sunny Trees Photography fb page.

Rachael Dalton and James Engagement Pics

2011-06-19T00:39:00.002-04:00

Uncut pics posted on Sunny Trees Photography fb page.

Heidi and Mat Wedding, Congrats

2011-06-13T00:40:00.004-04:00

Uncut pics are posted on Sunny Trees Photography on fb. Enjoy!

Traci and Sue - Photo Time

2011-06-13T00:34:00.003-04:00

Uncut pics are posted on Sunny Trees Photography page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sunny-Trees-Photography/108496689185689?sk=wall. Enjoy!

Mark Woods Coming to Tecumseh

2011-05-19T12:01:00.000-04:00

Check out our add in the brochure created by Sunny Trees.

Sonja L. Sprague - Educational Podcast

2011-05-09T10:58:00.000-04:00

Educational Media Design and Technology

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Currently in Full Sail University Educational Media Design and Technology courses.

Visual Communications Bachelors

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I completed my visual communications degree at American International University completely online.

Graphic Design Associates Degree

2011-05-08T20:46:00.000-04:00

My graphics design associates degree was from a community college. Most of the classes were in a traditional classroom. I was happy to know they offered online classes.

I love Mother's Day Weekend!!

2011-05-07T12:07:00.002-04:00

I pray all mothers have a wonderful day.

B. Senior Pics are being posted to FB Now. Enjoy!

2011-04-09T15:55:00.003-04:00

Sonja Sprague, Newest Examiner.com Computer Columnist,

2011-03-28T15:14:00.007-04:00

"Sonja is from Tipton, MI and holds a BA in Visual Communications, currently achieving her Master’s for Educational Media Design and Technology. She has over 20 years of multimedia experience and adult instruction. Sonja is currently employed at the LISD Center for Educational Materials and Technology as a Multimedia Technician/ Local PEG Channel Producer and the Owner of www.SunnyTreesPhotography.com. Prior to working in the non-profit field, she was the Computer Advertising Systems Manager for Jacobson’s Stores Inc. Marketing department."

After submitting a few of my technical how-to's and tips, my account is begin set up as I type. How exciting. I will post my articles here as well. Enjoy!

If you are interested in becoming a local Examiner in your field, apply here. Use me as a reference. Please let me know first. Thanks. http://apply.examiner.com/s1b/

Action Up!

2011-03-26T15:44:00.002-04:00

Check out the action on Sunny Trees Photography's facebook site. That's where its at!

Heidi and Mat's Engagement Pics - Posted on FB

2011-03-14T12:37:00.002-04:00

Multimedia Whoas?

2011-03-11T08:33:00.004-05:00

Send me your media whoas! Let’s see what all we can figure out. I get questions daily in my office and from my immediate friends and family. I bet there are some out here in "Social Media World" too.

“Social Media Success!”, By Janet Fouts 2009

2011-03-11T08:16:00.001-05:00

I must suggest this book to EVERY business I know. It explains the correct way and incorrect way of using social media for marketing and getting your message out. http://www.happyabout.com/social-media-success.php

Found Along the Way - Kori and Kate

2011-03-11T07:55:00.004-05:00

Kori & Kate Photoshop Templates and Designs. These ladies are great. I have purchased a couple and sampled a couple. Perfect for us photographers. http://www.koriandkate.com/

Pouty Pouty Me. LOL

2011-03-11T07:50:00.003-05:00

Hmmmm… I’m guessing my “Target Market” is not students in grades 8 through 12. Lol. That last competition flew over like it didn’t even exist. Never the less Kara deserves much credit for her wonderful self portrait. STP viewers, give it up for Kara…

I'll get over it, I'll learn to move on. Ok, I'm over it.
Next...

Shining Student Self-Portrait

2011-02-27T12:23:00.006-05:00

This beautiful example of art is credited to 8th grader Kara Gaddis. It is a wonderful example of negative/positive lighting. The great detail would have never been captured without careful planning. Congrats Kara for your success.

Submit your titled artwork to sunnyzes1@gmail.com labeled "publish" with an explanation of how it is extraordinary and it may be published on Sunny Trees Photography.

Digital Image Package $85

2011-01-27T09:54:00.000-05:00

Photography to capture your style. Sunny Trees enjoys making your smile shine at your home, our location or a park, etc. We wll come take pictures of as many people you want and no sitting fees. We charge $85 per hour. This gives you all of the digital images with duplication rights and minimal alterations. Please see below for print options.

Lil' L. W. Van

2011-01-23T18:58:00.001-05:00

Check out Sunny Trees Photography on Facebook for more pics of the lil' beautiful man.

Mobile Media Formats vs. Sharing

2011-01-17T09:09:00.002-05:00

Most video/audio captured from newer phones and digital devices need to be translated to a sharable format before being sent to others, used on your iPhone, iPad or even inserted in a Microsoft PowerPoint. The steps include capturing the content, downloading it to your computer possibly using Windows Mobile and translating to a sharable format using the free software "Internet Video Converter (IVC)". I found it at http://download.cnet.com/IVC-Internet-Video-Converter-Standard/3000-2194_4-10687908.html.

January Monthly Special

2011-01-02T00:15:00.002-05:00

During the month of January 2011 take advantage of your time. $85 per hour and a half. Regularly $85 per hour.

January Monthly Special

2011-01-02T00:15:00.001-05:00

During the month of January 2011 take advantage of your time. $85 per hour and a half. Regularly $85 per hour.

Sad Butterfly

2011-01-01T13:09:00.002-05:00

Meszaros Senior Photo Alterations

2010-12-27T23:40:00.008-05:00

Alterations are complete. Check out more sneak peak photos on facebook.

SunnyTrees Design - Birthday Invitations

2010-12-19T22:44:00.004-05:00

SunnyTrees Fix

2010-12-19T22:37:00.003-05:00

Customer Report: "I want to share a file I created."
SunnyTrees Fix: I recreated the document in a professional design program. Next I formatted it as an Adobe Acrobat .pdf document. It can now be shared easily to anyone who has downloaded and installed the free Adobe Acrobat reader.

SunnyTrees Fix

2010-12-19T22:23:00.007-05:00

Customer Report: "For some reason the logo prints out completely black."
SunnyTrees Fix: The logo was originally created in CMYK. I altered the logo and saved as RGB.

Official Notice - “SunnyTrees Media Agency”

2010-12-17T19:25:00.012-05:00

In the past I have reserved the name "Sunny Trees" strictly for photography and wedding/event videos. After weeks of self discovery, I decided to “Branch Out and Shine, Media Style!"

I will now practice all of my favorite subjects under the name “SunnyTrees Media Agency”. The Lenawee studio location will be announced soon. The website and facebook will continue the name “Sunny Trees Photography”.

In the past 20 years I have enjoyed working in the field of advertising, marketing, technology, broadcast and written journalism and adult education for retail and non-profit companies.

Education
Graphic Design certificate from JACC
Visual Communication/Journalism, Associates Degree from JCC
Art, Design & Communications, Bachelor Degree from AIU

Experience
Brooklyn Signs
Jaocbson’s Stores Inc. Advertising Department
- Advanced Photo Scanning and Alterations
- Quality Control
- Graphic Design
- Prepress
- Advertising Computer Systems Manager
- Web Design
Lenawee Intermediate School District
- Center for Educational Materials and Technology Media Technician
- Adult Education at LISD TECH Center
- Professional Development Classes
- Producer LISD TV
- Web Design
Media Freelance

My goal with these additions is to branch out to employers and teachers while keeping true to my family and friends with photography.

Agency Services
• Advertising Marketing Plans
• Graphic Design
• New Media Journalism
• Photography/Videography
• Web Site Creation/Edits

Corporate and Continuing Education
• Advertising Marketing Plans
• Media Design and Technology
• Media Design and Technology in Education
• New Media Journalism
• Software Updates

Personal Services
• Blog Creation
• Photography
• Videography
• Website Design

and more...

STP and Santa @ Sutton

2010-12-09T09:48:00.008-05:00

Pics with Santa. Yeah, so exciting.

It was so much fun.

December Monthly Special - 12 Holiday Postcards

2010-12-08T09:52:00.000-05:00

Schedule your photo shoot during the month of December for your free 12 holiday postcards with any digital package purchase. Photo shoot must be before the end of January 2011. Not eligible in combination with any other special. Pets too!

Wedding Packages

2010-12-07T11:33:00.000-05:00

Wedding Presentation $200
· 50 slide photo presentation for reception on disk

Video - $340 for first 4 hours
Includes:
· 4 copies of your completed wedding video ($25 each additional copy)
· All Master tapes

Photos - $600 for first 4 hours
Includes:
· Engagement/Announcement photos (2 hours)
· Wedding photos (2 hours)
· 1 print of each image in photo album
· All digital images on flash drive with duplication rights

Video and photo $85 per hour each additional hour. 4 hour minimum. Down payment for first 4 hours due 4 weeks prior to wedding date. Lighting dependant on location. See print prices if you would like prints through STP.

November Monthly Special - Free 10" x 13" Print

2010-11-27T09:00:00.000-05:00

Schedule your photo shoot during the month of November for your free 10" x 13" print with any digital package purchase. Photo shoot must be before the end of December 2010. Not eligible in combination with any other special.

Shining Smile Results - Congrats

2010-11-26T22:06:00.000-05:00

Congrats to Ryleigh H. first place with 155 votes, winner of 1 hour photo shoot and Emma D. second place with 136 votes, winner of 50% off first hour photo shoot. Thanks to all who participated.

Vote for the Most Shining Smile

2010-11-09T17:41:00.000-05:00

November 10th until November 26th.
One vote per person. Enjoy the smiles. I do!

1. Ryleigh H.

2. Logan D.

3. Mason H.

4. Emma D.

5. Jason H.

Rules-
Just in case you figure out how to cheat.
I am able to see who voted by IP address.
Please keep it honest.

Thanks,
Sonja

2nd Annual Shining Smile Contest

2010-11-07T10:49:00.000-05:00

Hurry and “share” this contest with your friends and family. First prize – Free one hour gift certificate. Second Prize – 50% off one hour gift certificate. All digital images with duplication rights for both prizes. Registration with STP or STP on facebook, not needed to vote.

Submit a photo of your child’s most shining smile by Midnight Nov. 9, 2010. Email to mailto:sunnyzes1@gmail.com. Facebook friends “likers” will be able to preview and comment on photo submissions as they come in. Voting begins Midnight Nov. 10, 2010 and ends Midnight Nov. 26, 2010. on http://www.sunnytreesphotography.com/.

Disclaimers: Accepting photos of children 2 and under. Prizes to be given in Wayne and Lenawee counties. Photos will be posted on Sunny Trees Photography Facebook pages and http://www.sunnytreesphotography.com/. Contest will take place on http://www.sunnytreesphotography.com/. Prizes not redeemable in cash.

Infant Package $85

2010-11-07T08:25:00.000-05:00

We come to you at your home or the hospital to capture your newborn photos. $85 per hour. You get all digital images with duplication rights and 20 announcements. Minimal photo alterations included.

Business Portrait Pacakge $85

2010-11-06T11:25:00.000-04:00

All digital images with duplication rights. Minimal photo alterations included. We come to you.

Birthday Package $85

2010-11-06T10:55:00.000-04:00

$85 per hour. You get all digital images with duplication rights, PLUS 20 personalized birthday party invitations. Minimal photo alterations included.

Do you and your photographer have a good relationship?

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• Do they earn your trust?
• Do they work with you to achieve YOUR goals?
• Do they handle you with care?
• Do they show empathy?
• Do they know when to stop?
• Do they explain all of the rights?
• Do they explain the details of the packages?
• Are they flexible?
• Do the packages fill your needs?

Most of all, do they get to know the person being photographed?
This is powerful and needed to capture your personality.

Ten Tips on How to Be Photogenic

2010-10-27T16:37:00.000-04:00

Insecure on how you look in pictures?
Here is a colaborative article for you to read.

http://www.wikihow.com/Be-Photogenic

New Image, New Promotion - Good for YOU!

2010-10-24T10:45:00.002-04:00

Frequent Photo Rewards.
50% off first hour of 6th photo shoot. This reward is for all of the return "likers" of Sunny Trees Photography. It is simple to simply say thank you, but to add a reward solidifies it.

New Image, New Promotion - Good for YOU!

2010-10-24T10:45:00.001-04:00

New Image, New Promotion - Good for YOU!

2010-10-24T10:45:00.000-04:00

Giving Back - Gift Certificates

2010-10-22T20:37:00.000-04:00

Look for $85 one hour photo shoots STP gift certificates at fund raising events near you. Duplication rights are included.

Lenawee Christian Schools
TSO Auction Dinner
Goodwill
SEEC

Resume/About Me

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I'm from Tipton, MI and hold a Bachelor's Degree in Visual Communications from American InterContinental University-AIU. I have over 18 years of multimedia experience and adult instruction. I work as a Multimedia Technician and am the Owner of Sunny Trees Photography. STP is my hobbie and my pride. I enjoy capturing people's lives.

What About Prints? Prices

2010-10-22T20:05:00.000-04:00

My main package is the "Digital Only Package", one hour for $85 all digital images with duplication rights. Minor alterations included. I do also offer print options.

Prices:

$5 per image setup fee.
$7 per senior picture image setup fee with signature (name/year).

8 up wallet 2.20 (senior picture with die cut)
4x5, .32
4x6, .32
5x5, .35
5x7, .54
8x10, 2.20
10x10, 2.99
10x13, 3.99
10x15, 4.99
11x14, 4.75

Current Comparable Print Prices

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One hour prices

Wal-Mart
4x6 25
5x7 99
8x10 2.49
11x14 6.99
12x18 9.99
16x20 14.99
20x30 19.99

Meijer
4x6 25
5x7 99
8x10 3.99
11x14 6.99
12x18 9.99
16x20 14.99
20x30 19.99

Services

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Photography that will make your smile shine. You get all digital images with duplication rights. Minimal photo alterations included.

Videography to capture your moments. 4 copies of videos on DVD.

Graphic & web design to share your company's image.

Marketing council to create your company's image & logo.

All for $85 per hour

All Natural

2010-10-22T19:46:00.001-04:00

We love to capture your family, infant, children, events, pets, business and objects. We use all natural settings and natural sunlight if possible. We have favorite parks of our own Hidden Lake Gardens in the Irish Hills and Heritage Park, downriver. Or you can choose your own park. Park entrance fees payable by self if applicable. All images are posted on portfolios otherwise unless requested.

American Child Photographers Charity Guild

2010-10-22T19:44:00.001-04:00

See below for this opportunity for a loved one in need.

Gift Certificates

2010-10-22T19:40:00.001-04:00

Don't forget about gift certificates. What a fun gift. They can be purchased per hour for $85 each certificate. They can reserve time by looking at the STP calendar, then simply call me. Each photo session will be as complete as anyone purchasing a regular package.

Gift Certificates

2010-10-22T19:40:00.000-04:00

Finally a Web 2.0 website/blog

2010-10-22T19:38:00.000-04:00

Everything is finally all together on one web page with links all over the world. I love it!

Professional Services $50 Per Hour

2010-10-20T09:59:00.000-04:00

Agency Services
• Advanced Photo Alterations
• Advertising Marketing Plans
• Event Audio Video Support
• Event Presentations
• Graphic Design
• Hardware/Software Planning and Support
• New Media Journalism
• Videography
• Web Site Creation/Edits

Corporate and Continuing Education
• Advertising Marketing Plans
• Hardware and Software
• Media Design and Technology
• Media Design and Technology in Education
• New Media Journalism
• Videography

Personal Services
• Advanced Photo Alterations
• Blog Creation
• Event Audio and Event Planning
• Event Presentations
• Technical Support
• Videography
• Website Design

Ritz July

2009-08-25T11:01:00.001-04:00

Ritz July

2009-08-25T11:01:00.000-04:00

Post UR Link - What can we do after we already have the digital photos?

2009-02-15T12:59:00.000-05:00

Please post links that apply to photography applications and what costumers can do after they have purchased the photos in digital format, (with duplication rights of course).

Comment & Review

2009-02-15T12:45:00.001-05:00

Please post your review of Sunny Trees Photography.

Photography and Videography Sites

2009-02-15T12:45:00.000-05:00

These sites create a collection of local photographers and videographers. I've added the link to most of them myself.

Other Photographers

2009-02-15T10:21:00.000-05:00

Links to other phtotographers.

Does Your Pet's Smile Shine?

2008-12-15T22:49:00.000-05:00

Check back for next contest, June 1, 2009
Submit your photos today to sunnyzes1@gmail.com.

Polls open June 1st through the 5th. See contest rules and prizes below. Send your friends the link to vote. http://www.urstp.com/

Pets living in Lenawee, Wayne & Washtenaw Counties can enter the Shining Smile Contest at Sunny Trees Photography, where we promise, "Your Smile Will Shine! No purchase necessary to enter. Votes will be open to the public on this website. Sorry, no copywritten images will be posted. One entry per family. One vote per person. Please check back to vote. Winners of previous contest cannot submit.

Most shining, largest smile prizes:

1st place wins digital images with duplication rights.

2nd place will win a Standard Photo Package

3rd place will win 1 sheet of prints

American Child Photographers Charity Guild

2008-12-08T19:16:00.000-05:00

Sunny Trees Photography has recently been added to The American Child Photographers Charity Guild listing.

A non-profit volunteer based organization of child photographers from all over the country who have come together to form a guild dedicated to children in need and their families. If you know of any families who qualify for our services, please do not hesitate to contact us immediately. We understand that in many cases time is crucial.

There are no fees for this service. (text taken directly from ACPCG site)

Sunny Trees Photography will come to the hospital or to your home. The finished product will be a CD with duplication rights, all images are full size.

To view the American Child Photographers Charity Guild site use this link http://www.acpcg.org/
In Adrian you can contact Sonja Sprague at 517-442-4660
Email sunnyzes1@gmail.com

The winners ... December 2008

2008-11-30T18:36:00.000-05:00

1st place - Meszaros children with 102 votes
Standard Picture Package

2nd place - Esp children with 74 votes
CD with Picture Package Purchase

3rd place - Ritz child with 41 votes.
1 sheet of prints, your choice of picture and sizes.
Options are 1-8x10, 2 5x7s or 8 wallets

Please contact Sonja Sprague to schedule your prize.
Thanks for the votes.

Shining Smile Entries - December 2008

2008-11-28T13:32:00.000-05:00

Polls open December 1st through December 15th.
See contest rules and prizes below.
Send your friends the link to vote. http://www.urstp.com/

1. V. & E. Esp.

2. C. Ritz

3. R. & K. Meszaros

4. A. Bowman

5. A. Adams

Ritz October

2008-10-26T18:30:00.000-04:00

Larsen

2008-10-12T15:53:00.000-04:00

more...

2008-10-08T20:14:00.000-04:00

Two more that you asked for...

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Kipke Family

2008-09-28T20:07:00.000-04:00

And this is only a few...

70

70 altered

88 is my favorite

Roesch - Sept 21

2008-09-21T18:10:00.000-04:00

You are a wonderful 3, almost four year old.
Thanks for working so hard with me.
Have a great birthday!

Sept. 21, 08

Shining Smile Contest

2008-08-01T16:50:00.000-04:00

Does your Baby's Smile Shine?

Babies 24 months and younger living in Lenawee, Wayne & Washtenaw Counties can enter the Shining Smile Contest. 1st place baby with the most shining, largest smile will win the Standard Photo Package. 2nd Place will win a free CD from a Sunny Trees Photography photoshoot with any package purchase and 3rd place will win 1 sheet of prints from a Sunny Trees Photography photoshoot with any package purchase from http://www.urstp.com/.

Where we promise, Your Image Will Shine! No purchase necessary to enter, just email your favorite image to sunnyzes1@gmail.com to enter the contest. Votes will be open to the public on this website. Sorry, no copywritten images will be posted. One entry per family. One vote per person. Voters must be 18 or older. Please check back to vote.

Submit your entry today.
Entries posted and voting booths open on December 1st.
Winners will be posted the night of December 15th at
Midnight, 12 A.M. December 16th.

Winners of previous contest cannot submit.

Hand Drawn Images from Your Photos

2008-07-03T19:52:00.000-04:00

2008-04-08T20:36:00.000-04:00

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