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Introduction by Wizz: Ya know when I first sat down to do this interview I was excited an tickled to death Bluemoon was going to let me ask some questions. Half way through I was starting to sweat an get a little worried, by then end I was sweating bullets and worried as hell, as this was like pulling eye teeth! Know you as a reader decide what’s truth and what's not. Thank you Blue for making this one a tuff one for me! As always I enjoy a challenge! And to our reader’s please send Bluemoon some feed back an let her know you’ve enjoyed this interview as much as I did doing it! Now on with the show, thanks BLUEBABY! I OWE YA!!!! Wizz.....
BLUE : just wanted to let u know I’m here, whenever u get online, I’m me WIZZY: cool WIZZY: I’m here now BLUE : hello WIZZY: hi WIZZY: how’s your evening going? BLUE : how was your day? BLUE : good WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: it was long an hot BLUE : lol...can imagine BLUE : worked hard? WIZZY: so ya ready for this my dear? WIZZY: me?naw...ok so like a dog WIZZY: lmao BLUE : of course, been preparing myself mentally WIZZY: lmao BLUE : lol WIZZY: naw this don’t take much thought... WIZZY: the rules are BLUE : I hope.. WIZZY: ya don’t want people to know the real answers? BLUE : its midnight here WIZZY: LIE WIZZY: damn WIZZY: you sure ya wanna do this now? BLUE : not into thinking now BLUE : yeah sure WIZZY: ok WIZZY: sounds good WIZZY: lemme pull up my file of questions then WIZZY: and BTW BLUE : cool BLUE : yes..? WIZZY: thank you Blue for doing this BLUE : my pleasure WIZZY: ready? BLUE : yep BLUE : shoot BLUE : hehe WIZZY: ok WIZZY: here they come WIZZY: How long have you been writing creative fiction? WIZZY: or writing for that matter BLUE : umm..about 4 years WIZZY: What colors ur tooth brush? BLUE : lol BLUE : white and blue WIZZY: can ya do me a favor? BLUE : sure WIZZY: make ur fonts a 14? BLUE : sure WIZZY: Im halfassed blind WIZZY: lmao BLUE : how’s that? BLUE : oops WIZZY: nope WIZZY: lmao BLUE : one sec WIZZY: k BLUE : damn...it keeps going back to 19 BLUE : 10 WIZZY: well hell WIZZY: no worries then WIZZY: Ill press me nose to the screen BLUE : ok WIZZY: there ya go WIZZY: cool BLUE : ok BLUE : damn WIZZY: Why did you start writing? WIZZY: lol BLUE : ok BLUE : how about this? WIZZY: there ya go WIZZY: perfect BLUE : cool BLUE : phew WIZZY: Why did you start writing? BLUE : well, I had all these ideas running through my head and I just had to get them out.. BLUE : thought writing would be good WIZZY: do you have more stories in the works then what you have posted? WIZZY: an we are so lucky you did start putting them on paper so to speak BLUE : yeah, I have the ongoing one and another one in the process of taking shape BLUE : thank you WIZZY: can we all get a sneak peak at what it is about here? BLUE : sure BLUE : It's going to be about a highschool teacher that finds herself attracted to one of her very special students... BLUE : I think I might have said too much.. BLUE : lol WIZZY: I can delete any of this you want when I go back an edit it WIZZY: so no worries on spelling or typing this time around BLUE : ok great WIZZY: and I will send it to you for approval before it is posted BLUE : great, though I trust u implicitly WIZZY: ohoh... WIZZY: lmao BLUE : lol WIZZY: If you could be any super hero who would you be and why? BLUE : I know...hey, its midnight WIZZY: true WIZZY: lmao BLUE : I think I would have to say Superman, cause he can do all the cool things BLUE : like flying, see through walls, faster than bullet BLUE : you know what I mean WIZZY: oh yeah WIZZY: lol WIZZY: What story/poem are you most proud of? BLUE : yep yep, its an ego thing WIZZY: hehehehe always WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: you a Leo? BLUE : I think I enjoyed "The Diary" a lot BLUE : yeah WIZZY: no way BLUE : how'd u know? WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: I am BLUE : lol WIZZY: too BLUE : cool! WIZZY: to funny BLUE : I knew I liked u for some reason WIZZY: an I you WIZZY: this is too funny BLUE : yeah WIZZY: What is your bra size (hehe)? BLUE : lol BLUE : I think that should remain confidential WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: dont blame ya BLUE : lol BLUE : thanks WIZZY: Do you wipe with your right hand or left or do you use toilet paper? BLUE : lol BLUE : interesting WIZZY: like I said not all these questions are from me WIZZY: they are nuts on our site BLUE : yup, I think I usually prefer paper BLUE : though u can never know when you get stuck in the woods with nothing suitable WIZZY: ah so true WIZZY: lmao BLUE : lol WIZZY: just don’t squat in the nettles WIZZY: those itch BLUE : sounds like u speak from experience... BLUE : lol WIZZY: humm can I plead the 5th here? WIZZY: lmao BLUE : lol BLUE : ok, just this once WIZZY: why thanks dear mighty kind of you WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: How do you get your inspiration? BLUE : anytime WIZZY: to write BLUE : usually it just pops in my head, no matter what I am doing in that moment. But, I also get inspired by the sky BLUE : by looking at the sky, that is WIZZY: the clouds? WIZZY: or the colors or the angels above us? BLUE : I don't know...it's just when I look up, I get inspired, seeing how small we all are in comparison WIZZY: that’s so true WIZZY: wide open space above us BLUE : yeah, exactly WIZZY: What's the best piece of advice you got when you were starting out as a writer? BLUE : Well, I heard many of them, but being the stubborn Leo that I am, I didn't really pay much attention...lol WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: I know the feeling BLUE : good to know there's someone out there who does WIZZY: How do you lay out your stories? WIZZY: Do you have an ending before you start writing, or does it reveal itself to you as you write? BLUE : In my head, I almost never actually write an outline WIZZY: Which story/series has gotten the most response from fans? BLUE : Most of the time, I don't have an ending, it comes during the process of writing, but it can happen that I have a vague idea of an ending, but then again, it can end up changing. BLUE : Most definitely, "The Diary" WIZZY: ok can I ask why? WIZZY: why is that one so special? BLUE : I have no idea...I think people are just anxious for a sequel WIZZY: oh hell yes BLUE : lol WIZZY: it leaves you hanging BLUE : See? WIZZY: yeah yeah point taken WIZZY: lmao BLUE : I just love those cliffhangers WIZZY: your good at them that’s for sure BLUE : thank you kindly, ma'am WIZZY: When you've finished with the story/book do you miss those characters that you've written about? BLUE : Not really. I get a feeling of satisfaction if I finish the story the way I wanted to, that I get a feeling of completion WIZZY: If you could have dinner with anyone who would it be and why? BLUE : I think I would choose Shakespeare, or Virginia Wolfe BLUE : I think that pretty much that explains itself WIZZY: yes it does WIZZY: Years from now, how would you want to be remembered? BLUE : As a good writer that perhaps, made a change WIZZY: Do you prefer cucumbers to finger cookies? BLUE : Umm, I don't have a problem with either BLUE : How's that for concise? WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: you crack me up WIZZY: to funny WIZZY: Do you wear silk stockings? BLUE : nope...would u like me to? WIZZY: hehehehee WIZZY: sure WIZZY: lmao BLUE : ok then WIZZY: Do you ever think, by the far stretch of the imagination, there possibly, somewhere out there, could probably, maybe be people out in the world just as twisted as you? BLUE : I hope not...I would like to think I'm very special WIZZY: damn not heard that answer before...good one!!! BLUE : thank you WIZZY: Boxers or briefs? BLUE : not that it's any of your business...<I'm being indignant...> but briefs WIZZY: LMAO WIZZY: How do you (the writer) deal with the feedback you receive? WIZZY: be it good or bad feed back BLUE : I love it! I always make it a point to answer every single e-mail (okay, the only e-mail I get).. WIZZY: The genre that you read most in? BLUE : Romance, most definitely WIZZY: what’s your favorite food? And your favorite snack food? BLUE : I love pizza and ice cream, aka, health food. And I like all kinds of snacks...usually I go for potato chips WIZZY: ah see I am not the only one who thinks pizza is good health food WIZZY: Have you ever written outside your comfort zone? BLUE : definitely BLUE : umm, yeah, I think so BLUE : I don't really have one WIZZY: Were you happy with the result? BLUE : yeah, sure. I'm happy with everything I do WIZZY: so nothing is off limits for you to write? BLUE : ok, ok...that might be an exaggeration WIZZY: lol WIZZY: ok how about with in reasons then BLUE : well...mostly stuff that are too close to heart, I stay away from. Also, I wouldn't cross the line with all kinds of extreme WIZZY: ah perfect answer, for this next question BLUE : stuff that is...sorry WIZZY: How much of the bard's own personal life experiences and worldview enter their characters and story? WIZZY: no that’s ok I know what ya meant BLUE : A lot of my personal views get into my characters and writing, but subjects that are really close to heart and home, I usually refrain from touching WIZZY: don’t blame you there WIZZY: what is your favorite kind of music? BLUE : I love all kinds of music, but mostly I like Rock, soft rock, R&B, love ballads.. BLUE : but I would give just about anything a chance WIZZY: When they write, are they moved by what they create, or do they view it dispassionately? BLUE : If I'm not moved by what I write, I don't bother to write it. WIZZY: Have they written a story that got an unexpected response from readers either for good or, er, bad? BLUE : not really WIZZY: just a ton of hate mail saying you left us all hanging? BLUE : lol BLUE : except that, yeah WIZZY: hehehee WIZZY: Favorite writing instrument (i.e. pen, pencil, typewriter, computer) BLUE : computer, though you can never really replace the feeling of a pen or pencil in your hand WIZZY: do you ever plan on publishing any of your works? BLUE : I hope to someday WIZZY: What state do you live in? BLUE : The question should be what continent WIZZY: ah true WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: forgot about that BLUE : lol BLUE : its ok WIZZY: this puter brings everyone so close you forget the time zones and things like that BLUE : yeah, I know BLUE : you just gotta love it WIZZY: yes it sure keeps ya company! BLUE : lol...tell me about it WIZZY: What shows do you like and who is your favorite stars? BLUE : I like Xena (duh!), all those detective/FBI agents stuff and all sorts of sitcoms BLUE : my favorite stars are Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, Julia Roberts...and many others WIZZY: yumm on Angelina WIZZY: If you had to tell anyone about yourself on what type a person you are what would you say? BLUE : definitely WIZZY: lmao BLUE : I think I would say honest, trustworthy, strong BLUE : ego maniac...you know, the usual WIZZY: LMAO WIZZY: your typical everyday woman right WIZZY: lmao BLUE : lol, exactly WIZZY: Where or what were some of the funniest things to happen that gave them inspiration for their stores and what was it? BLUE : I think life has a way of giving you all the inspiration you need...no need for special occasions WIZZY: what kind of pets do they have? BLUE : don't have any unfortunately WIZZY: I got a spastic dog you could have WIZZY: lmao BLUE : fish died on me... WIZZY: aww I’m sorry BLUE : would love to BLUE : nah its ok BLUE : don’t really like fish BLUE : was a gift WIZZY: got ya BLUE : from then on, I told my friends never ever to get me anything live for my b-day WIZZY: Why don't folks finish their stories or why do they leave you hanging? WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: don’t blame ya BLUE : I don't know about other people, but I like to make sure I finish what I start BLUE : And like I said, hanging is always good BLUE : well...not always WIZZY: you sure got an evil streak WIZZY: LMAO WIZZY: so true not always WIZZY: lmao BLUE : lol WIZZY: Say someone has an idea for a story but they can't write worth a damned would one of you writer's consider writing it, where u get the credit for the writing but give credit to the person who sent u the idea? BLUE : I don't think so...if I don't connect to the idea, I don't think I could do it justice, so I would probably decline WIZZY: would you be willing to write a round robin with some of the nutballs of the SandBox? BLUE : yeah sure, that would be fun WIZZY: What does feedback mean to you as a writer and how does it influence how you write? BLUE : Like I've said, I love it. I sometimes write just for that purpose! It motivates me to keep writing and when I feel down and my writer's ego feels a little disheveled, I hope for some feedback to lift my spirits up...it always does the trick WIZZY: How do you choose your characters? BLUE : It helps me strive to do a better job BLUE : they usually just step right in and fill the plot I have in mind WIZZY: from what I have read of your stories posted I think you do a wonderful job with writing! BLUE : thank you WIZZY: What is the primary reason you post stories to the internet? BLUE : feedback, self satisfaction, dipping my feet in the pond before jumping head first WIZZY: When do you finally feel comfortable turning your stories loose on the public? BLUE : the minute I finish them, I hate rewriting WIZZY: lmao that’s always my thing is rewrites WIZZY: yuck BLUE : lol WIZZY: if you could go back in time where would you go and why? BLUE : perhaps the 60's, great music, great fun...why not? WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: your not gonna give me an inch here are ya WIZZY: LMAO BLUE : lol BLUE : what do you mean? WIZZY: LMAO WIZZY: yeah yeah BLUE : lol WIZZY: this is to funny BLUE : glad your enjoying it BLUE : always happy to please WIZZY: how often do you write? BLUE : I try to get my lazy a** in gear and write daily or at least more than I do...but it's hard BLUE : It usually doesn't cooperate WIZZY: you can’t force a good thing BLUE : so, it turns out I write every few days, weeks... BLUE : yeah, hate to force it WIZZY: Have you ever had Wild Turkey AND Bourbon in the same night? If so, who held your head over the porcelain goddess? BLUE : nope, haven't had the pleasure WIZZY: Here is a tame one...WHAT is your favorite Ice Cream Flavor? (There is more than 31 you know). BLUE : I like mango and pineapple and basically all those exotic fruits that no one even knows makes great ice cream WIZZY: What's your favorite color? BLUE : orange WIZZY: Is Hercules better than Sampson? You know...Delilah's Sampson? BLUE : I know which one WIZZY: you’ll have to come sometime an have home-made ice cream then WIZZY: LMAO WIZZY: its not my question WIZZY: lmao BLUE : I think both are much of the same thing when you think about it WIZZY: not* BLUE : lol WIZZY: damn keys keep jumping WIZZY: ok why? BLUE : its ok BLUE : umm, why what? WIZZY: Sampson an Hercules BLUE : lost track, sorry WIZZY: me to WIZZY: lmao BLUE : well, because both have superhuman strength and their stories are kind of similar BLUE : when you think really hard and try to match them BLUE : I was thinking more along the lines of Milton's Sampson BLUE : Samson WIZZY: oh ok WIZZY: got ya WIZZY: lmao BLUE : but the Biblical one is cool too WIZZY: here’s another one BLUE : shoot WIZZY: there’s so many different stories on those two WIZZY: In your opinion is Popeye equivalent to Hercules? Does the myth/legend over lap...is that where Hercules came from....the Popeye Sailor? BLUE : I don't think so...besides, didn't Hercules appear a bit before Popeye? WIZZY: lmao true WIZZY: not my question WIZZY: lmao BLUE : lol WIZZY: nor is the next two WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: Are you hooked up right now? Tied up? Twisted up? (All of which are becoming I might add) BLUE : lol ok BLUE : umm,<looking down at myself> nope BLUE : single too WIZZY: wohooo WIZZY: Do you prefer standard nipple clamps to those new ones that vibrate? BLUE : lol BLUE : well, can't say I tried either BLUE : but sure, what the heck WIZZY: well hell WIZZY: LMAO WIZZY: Ask them what made them first begin to write and not exactly how they felt about it, but what keeps them going? BLUE : the feeling of incredible adrenaline that I get whenever an idea happens to strike or I begin writing and it comes out just...perfect.. WIZZY: If you could any kind of vegetable, what would you be? BLUE : tough one BLUE : I think an eggplant WIZZY: why is that? BLUE : I don't know...I like eggplants and they're good with anything and anyway you make them WIZZY: "If you had the chance to bring Xena back from the dead AGAIN, how would you do it?" BLUE : I would probably change the last moment before Gabrielle dumps her ashes. I would make her stumble and have the ashes fly from her hands... BLUE : and then I Would take care of the entire souls story.. BLUE : very dramatic, I know WIZZY: no not really BLUE : I know WIZZY: it would give it a good twist BLUE : its 1am, gimme a break WIZZY: and I would be willing to bet with you that you'd still leave us all hanging WIZZY: true BLUE : oh yeah WIZZY: do you need to go an get some sleep? BLUE : maybe id just kill Gab too BLUE : nah, I’m fine WIZZY: SPIT WIZZY: LMMFAO BLUE : having too much fun WIZZY: no one has said they would off the annoying blond WIZZY: to funny BLUE : lol BLUE : hey, at least they’d be together, right? WIZZY: true WIZZY: "What's the most original way in which you ever killed a red shirt?" BLUE : washing it with a blue one? WIZZY: hehehee WIZZY: Are you easily distracted when writing? WIZZY: or Do you prefer to be alone when writing. BLUE : not really...though it depends on the distraction, I guess BLUE : but I do prefer to be alone WIZZY: What are your other artistic interests? BLUE : I sing BLUE : love music WIZZY: what’s your favorite song to sing? BLUE : anything that fits my voice WIZZY: alto? BLUE : yep BLUE : how'd u guess? WIZZY: lower or higher? WIZZY: lucky one I guess BLUE : low WIZZY: tenor? BLUE : umm, ok WIZZY: If you could interview/talk to any author (dead or alive) who would it be and why? BLUE : I've mentioned them before, Shakespeare and Wolfe, and modern, I Would have to say I would love to shake JK Rowling's hand - it's amazing what she has done BLUE : (and I'm not even a Harry Potter fan) WIZZY: if you could do one thing in your life you have never done what would it be? WIZZY: I hear you there she is awesome WIZZY: and I’m not either, not read one of Harry Potter BLUE : me neither BLUE : I would probably go on an archeological dig BLUE : I love archeology WIZZY: where would you go? BLUE : maybe Egypt WIZZY: a tomb raider? BLUE : that would be fun, wouldn't it? WIZZY: hell yes BLUE : knew u’d see it my way WIZZY: you betchya WIZZY: What is the best laid plan when writers block hits? BLUE : lol BLUE : I would say just write it out of your system. No matter what it is that you write, just write to get your flow back WIZZY: see that’s what I say WIZZY: not matter if its trash an you don’t keep it BLUE : exactly BLUE : the best medication WIZZY: exactly WIZZY: Is your aim when writing to keep it strictly as literature or do you have goals for screenplays/motion pictures? BLUE : I would love that...I always picture the plot in my mind as it is WIZZY: like a video playing as you write? BLUE : exactly WIZZY: What is essential to you in your surroundings when you are writing? i.e.: music playing, incense, candles lit, food/drink, smoke pot??? BLUE : silence WIZZY: What writer do you most compare yourself too or whom do you model yourself after? BLUE : no one, I'm unique, remember? WIZZY: I can tell by your answers WIZZY: LMAO WIZZY: very much so BLUE : lol BLUE : Ill take that as a compliment WIZZY: and as everyone should be WIZZY: yes ya should BLUE : thank you WIZZY: What vices or rituals, if any, do you have? BLUE : none that I can think of WIZZY: aw come on no bad habits at all? WIZZY: hehehe BLUE : seriously...no WIZZY: cool BLUE : I don' t think so BLUE : I would like to hope so WIZZY: your just you right BLUE : yeah WIZZY: What significance, if any, is there in the title BLUE : a lot! I love the feeling one gets when they finish a book and find the many ways in which the title fits...I love giving the title many hidden meanings in the plot WIZZY: Who is your real life hero and why? BLUE : my mom BLUE : because she's amazing and just my mom BLUE : and besides, she did get me into this world, right? WIZZY: yes that is so true WIZZY: remind me to thank her! BLUE : stress on the me WIZZY: lmao BLUE : aww, thank u WIZZY: What's your favorite quote? Why and how does it affect you? BLUE : there are so many, I can't just pick one. But a good one is (and I'm not quoting) - if a tree falls in the forest but there's no one around to see it, did it really fall? BLUE : or hear it WIZZY: What makes your best friend your best friend? BLUE : the sense of comfort and easy going atmosphere BLUE : the fact that u know each other so long, the familiarity WIZZY: do you play any instruments? BLUE : the guitar BLUE : and the piano WIZZY: 6 or 12? BLUE : guitar? BLUE : 6 WIZZY: yes ma'am WIZZY: acoustic? BLUE : that too WIZZY: cool BLUE : everything...classical, electric WIZZY: COOL WIZZY: Why do fools fall in love? BLUE : because love is dumb WIZZY: heheheee WIZZY: so true WIZZY: its more confusing then anything WIZZY: LMAO WIZZY: What is your pet peeve? BLUE : yeah BLUE : liars BLUE : and those that have no word BLUE : that u cant trust WIZZY: amen to that! WIZZY: Who is your favorite from the Xmen??? BLUE : yep BLUE : Wolverine and Rogue BLUE : and the laser guy is kinda cute WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: I just want his headband to zap people WIZZY: lmao BLUE : lol BLUE : figures WIZZY: hehehee WIZZY: kinda like a cattle prod BLUE : lol BLUE : ooh, great image BLUE : thanks WIZZY: sure WIZZY: LMAO WIZZY: anytime BLUE : <shaking head in dismay> BLUE : tsk tsk WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: One question would be where do they get the inspiration for when writing a sex scene? BLUE : imagination WIZZY: Do you own a Jag or a Honda? BLUE : a very vivid one WIZZY: I can tell BLUE : I wish I had Jag, but actually I wouldn't mind a Honda either... BLUE : I don't have a car... WIZZY: I am out of questions! WIZZY: me either BLUE : well ok then WIZZY: well not to much longer an I hope to have one BLUE : cool! BLUE : me too BLUE : good luck on that WIZZY: thanks WIZZY: lmao BLUE : anytime WIZZY: I think that about does it my dear BLUE : cool, I had a blast, thanks WIZZY: me to WIZZY: kinda like pulling eye teeth WIZZY: heheheheee WIZZY: kidding BLUE : I hope it doesn't turn out with me sounding like a moron WIZZY: NO WIZZY: not at all BLUE : lol BLUE : well.. WIZZY: your funnier then hell BLUE : thank u WIZZY: an it will be fine WIZZY: we will post this sometime next week along with your ramble WIZZY: which KILLED ME BLUE : cool BLUE : really? BLUE : u liked it? WIZZY: you’re more then welcome to ramble for me anytime WIZZY: yes I did WIZZY: alot WIZZY: honest I did BLUE : good, I'm glad WIZZY: you did just fine! BLUE : I wasn't so sure.. WIZZY: naw WIZZY: thats the fun with a ramble WIZZY: anything goes BLUE : thanks. and I Would love to ramble for you anytime something comes up BLUE : or someone WIZZY: well we got one week the end of this month we will need some WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: shit WIZZY: someone? WIZZY: not likely WIZZY: lmao BLUE : lol WIZZY: I am moving clear across this country BLUE : yeah? WIZZY: me an the dog WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: yehaup BLUE : cool BLUE : good luck with that too WIZZY: going to stay with my best friend an get back on my feet WIZZY: thanks BLUE : hope it goes smoothly BLUE : that sounds good WIZZY: as long as the rental truck don’t leave me stranded...but then if it does Ill have a good ramble out of it BLUE : oh yeah WIZZY: ok my dearest... I got to get to the air port an pick up my co-worker who’s been on vacation WIZZY: the lucky wench BLUE : but somehow, I'd go for the entire ride instead of a ramble on that one WIZZY: lmao BLUE : no prob BLUE : tell her hi from me WIZZY: I might as Shadylady is flyin out to help me drive WIZZY: lmao WIZZY: so a week in a truck with her and the dog should make a hoot of a ramble WIZZY: lmao BLUE : u have a wonderful day and thanks again for this, it was great WIZZY: anytime BLUE : oh yeah, I can only imagine BLUE : and even then its kinda scary WIZZY: thank you for taking the night to sit up with me an do this BLUE : my pleasure BLUE : really WIZZY: go get some sleep and we’ll chat soon! WIZZY: naw it was all mine WIZZY: : lmao WIZZY: you crack me up BLUE : take care WIZZYZY: I’ll send you the final on this soon WIZZY: night BLUE : cool BLUE : can't wait BLUE : bye bye
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September 08, 2005
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