One is targeted at young readers (teens) and the other, in my voice, is targeted at the adult reader. Nathaniel Newman. I want to write you because I will be a new student and I am different. Nathaniel was the eldest son of Abner Newman and Mercy Dodge. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. She looks beautiful and so it does the little Nathaniel Newman. I don't like the name calling, Russel said. But the release of the film Wonder has helped dispel some of the more awkward and ignorant responses. [emailprotected]. According to Broadway World, the goal of the surgery was to remove his life-altering tracheostomy. And they didnt want to show it to me., I think they were scared at first, Russel said. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. It affects just 1 in 50,000 people worldwide. Magda says, Our goal in writing these memoirs was to go beyond what was told in Wonder. We wanted to dive deeper into explaining the physical challenges of being born with facial differences and how they impact more than your social interactions.. It is a procedure as life-altering as it is life-saving. He was preceded in death by his father; his brother, Jason; his maternal and paternal grandparents and his stepfather, Gerald . Nathaniels tracheostomy was removed. 0 cemeteries found in Greenwich, Fairfield County, Connecticut, USA. There was an error deleting this problem. Father of Sarah Johnston; Abner Nelson Newman and Margaret Newman. Thank you for following and sharing their journey, Della Crews (@DellaCrews12) November 17, 2017, During the first ten years of his life, he went through 10 surgeries to try and improve the quality of life. None of the surgeries were cosmetic. Brother Nathanael makes plans for Wholesome Curriculum in schools. It never gets easier. Summary: When Nathaniel Newman was born with the craniofacial condition called Treacher Collins, his parents were overwhelmed. Brother Nathanael Completes Negotiations With Christian Educator To Publish Grades 1-3 Christian-Oriented School Curruculum. We spent much of the past two years working with our amazing collaborators and publishers to make this dream a reality. Hes needed multiple procedures to enlarge his small jaw, surgeries to try and build a working airway and a variety of other procedures to improve everyday life functions. Try again later. Each surgery was only to improve his physical health. Nathaniel Newman (far right), his brother Jacob and their parents Magda and Russell Newman arrive for the premiere of 'Wonder' at the Regency Village Theatre in Los Angeles on November 14, 2017. I am heavily back into Star Wars these days; I love the new game on my Playstation and I'm hoping the movie lives up to the hype. I look a lot like you might think Auggie Pullman looks. When Nathaniel woke up, his jaw was wired shut to the halo and he could not eat or speak. Her father Seymour Josephson expressed hatred for Rowland and said he still cannot watched videos of his daughter. His message to others is simple. At first, we were so consumed by the diagnosis it was easy to forget wed just been given a gift, a blessing, and so in the midst of the craziness we tried to take a moment to enjoy and cherish our newborn child.. Through the years, Nathaniel and Jacob shared all the typical moments and memories that brothers do, but for Nathaniel, things were always different. Directed by Stephen Chbosky. Whowhat happened? And I see them put him [her son] in a little back room. I can swim whenever I want, I am taking taekwondo and, basically, I get to just be like my friends and classmates. Nathaniel's life has changed the most since we wrapped up filming for our initial "20/20" show. The Newmans met with surgeons at Seattle Children's Hospital and made the difficult decision to have him undergo a radical surgery that had only been performed on one other child with Treacher Collins. There was still a 50-50 chance that a second child would be born with Treacher Collins as well. I was his bodyguard. He credited the law enforcement investigation and called the defendant remorseless. I miss her precious voice, her giggles, and humor. A distraction device was placed around his face to help swing his face forward in the weeks following the surgery. After 13 years of heartache, struggle, perseverance, and triumph, something that for so long had just been a dream, was now a reality. Palacio was outside an ice cream shop in her Brooklyn neighborhood when she first noticed the young girl. And it was awesome. View the profiles of professionals named "Nathaniel Newman" on LinkedIn. As long as I can remember, I just accepted it. 547; Priest River ID 83856. Based on the best-selling novel by R.J. Palacio. The whole process was so difficult it often left the Newmans questioning whether they had made the right decision. Shrug. For the most part, I'm just your average, everyday teen. He knows it was about him., Nathaniel says the first time he realized his face was different from other kids was when the first kid called [me], monster., And then I realized that they dont do it to anybody else, so I was different, Nathaniel said. Or to keep it anonymous, click here. Now when he meets new people, he said he explains to them that he has Treacher Collins, and isnt bothered so much by looking different. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. The self-doubt was intense, but as we got to know Dr. Hopper and his team, we knew, in the end, it would all work out.. "It was terrible, and I was so mad at myself for the way that I handled it," Palacio told "20/20" in a 2017 interview. For nearly three years, Elizabeth Vargas followed Nathaniel and his family to understand how they navigate life with Treacher Collins syndrome. Our life has been pretty ordinary since Nathaniel's tracheostomy came out. Throughout Nathaniels life, hes overcome many things, but there was always one obstacle that seemed insurmountable: breathing without a tracheostomy. It's hard to believe that more than two years have passed since our episode of "20/20" aired on ABC. Nathaniel has been featured on national television and in multiple publications, to talk about his condition and the challenges that come with it. They inserted sixteen screws that over time were used to stretch his bones, just so he could breathe without the use of a tracheal tube. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. In the letter, Nathaniel told classmates he had three dogs, and enjoyed Pokemon and Star Wars. Children with a tracheostomy live in constant fear of this small plastic tube becoming dislodged or blocked with mucous, which can be life threatening, said Dr. Kaalan Johnson, surgical director of the Aerodigestive Program at Seattle Childrens, who works with the craniofacial team to help treat children with tracheostomies. Interviewed by our Different & Able President and Founder, Alexandra Nicklas, the Newmans shed light on a rare craniofacial condition affecting one in 50,000 newborns. Much like tightening braces on teeth, the device needed to be turned daily to slowly bring Nathaniels face forward and unlock his airway. We incorporate the book Wonder into the welcome letters, Russel tells ABC. Nathaniel Newman recently celebrated his 13th birthday with his family, who still finds inspiration in the song "Beautiful" by Christina Aguilera. Genealogy profile for Nathaniel Newman. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Like, Hey, you might have read Wonder now. He got his learner's permit and started driving. When you look at your kid and his head is in a cage and you got to take a screw to it who wouldn't question whether you're doing the right thing? Russel said. So on behalf of Mr. Rowlands family, I would just like the court to know that they have stood behind him 100 percent from the day of his arrest, she said. Photo courtesy of ABC 20/20. For more of Nathaniels story, pick up the latest issue with PEOPLE, on stands Friday. That means I look different than most kids. After 17 hours of labor, Magda Newman and her husband Russel Newman were shocked when their son Nathaniel was born with a rare congenital craniofacial disorder. We were thrown into this world of terror, she said. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. People are really nice., Property Brothers Drew Scott Reveals He and Wife Linda Phans Plans to Start a Family. In this crime of opportunity, Rowland kidnapped Josephson, stabbed her about 120 times in the vehicle, and dumped her body near his family home, authorities said. And what I mean is that if we were all normal, wed all have to be the same.. Everything weve done his whole life has had some benefit to life function., Despite his differences, Nathaniel tells ABC he kind of likes being different. After several failed surgical attempts to open his nasal passages, an emergency tracheotomy was performed on Nathaniel a surgical procedure in which an incision is made in the trachea creating a direct airway. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Stars David Muir Elizabeth Vargas Nathaniel Newman Nathaniel knows what it's like to walk in Auggie's shoes. Before his tracheostomy came out, he wouldn't be able to participate in these activities. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Nathaniel Newman. The show opened with Christina Aguilera singing her song, Beautiful. It became a beacon of hope for them. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. He is guilty of murder. I am now a sophomore at Skyline High School in Sammamish, Washington. Each one said that Sami was her best friend, and some could not get up to speak. Whowhat happened? Magda said. Newman was born with Treacher Collins, a rare congenital craniofacial disorder. He can now swim independently and even got to swim with dolphins and go snorkeling in Hawaii! Brother Nathanael's STREET EVANGELISM Moves Forward. When he was 12, Nathaniel underwent a groundbreaking surgery that had only been performed once on a child with Treacher Collins. Nathaniel was born in 1688, in Stamford, Fairfield, Connecticut, United States. On January 26, 2017, the day they had long been waiting for finally arrived. I know everyone is different but I have craniofacial differences. Pat Chibbaro, a pediatric nurse practitioner who worked with the Newmans, said they were absolutely devastated., Families will say, Well, when is the surgery? To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. the Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery (IRPS) at NYU Langone Medical Center, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. I was insulted [kids] dont really think about what theyre saying and their parents dont really do anything about it.. His parents, Magda and Russel. After the book came out, she met Magda and Russel Newman, whose son Nathaniel was born with Treacher Collins syndrome, a rare craniofacial disorder that's caused by mutations in a specific gene. And he has both his mom Magda and the films popularity plus his own indomitable spirit to thank for the amazing transformations in his life. In 30 seconds, the tracheostomy that had been with Nathaniel his whole life was gone, and the hole in his neck was patched up with a simple bandage. Jacob is our younger son, now age 13, and he is loving school and enjoying playing lacrosse. Murdaugh, the 54-year-old scion of an influential legal family in an area west of Charleston, has been charged with killing his wife Maggie, 52, and youngest son, Paul, 22, at dog kennels on their estate, known as Moselle, on the night of June 7, 2021. I had the gift of being Samanthas mother for 21 years. ET. Like Auggie, Nathaniel wants people to be kind and accepting. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Now, just over two years later, Magda and Nathaniel Newman have their own companion books, "NORMAL: One Kid's Extraordinary Journey" and "NORMAL: A Mother and Her Beautiful Son," coming out in January. I swear she was singing to us that night, I swear, as cheesy as that sounds, Russel said. We wanted to dive deeper into explaining the physical challenges of being born with facial differences and how they impact more than your social interactions. (After genetic counseling and prenatal testing, the couple also had son Jacob, now 13.) I thought you might like to see a memorial for Nathaniel Newman I found on Findagrave.com. Nathaniel Newman was diagnosed with a rare cranio-facial condition, Treacher Collins syndrome, at birth. Please try again later. Latest News. Rather, I want to remember how she lived, but Im not there yet. cemeteries found in Greenwich, Fairfield County, Connecticut, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. We asked him, If your grandchild had Treacher Collins where would you take him? He said to Dr. Richard Hopper at Seattle Childrens, and so when we moved out west it was a no-brainer where we would go, said Newman. They basically came back and said, We're 99 percent sure your second child will not be affected by Treacher Collins.. The novel "Wonder," by R.J. Palacio, was published in 2012. Learn more about managing a memorial . It was too surreal to comprehend. Christina Aguilera surprises family with performance of her song 'Beautiful'. I will never comprehend why he did what he did. #NathanielRowland @LawCrimeNetwork pic.twitter.com/ZTk2m98yhw. Our Message: Live your normal! His younger brother, Jacob, also noticed the change. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Get tickets now: lions.gt/wondertickets Starring Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson, Jacob Tremblay, Mandy Patinkin, Daveed Diggs, and Izabela Vidovic. Make sure that the file is a photo. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Newman was born Jan. 22, 1924, in Shaker Heights, Ohio, and served in World War II along with his brother, Paul who would go on to become an Academy Award-winning actor. One great thing that has happened since the show aired is that I rarely have to go to the hospital now. Were in the sentencing phase of the trial.. Twenty minutes later Jacob was born., Jacob literally came out looking like a porcelain doll, Russel added. You are not a witness.. Over the years, the Newman family has worked with two non-profit organizations, myFace and Children's Craniofacial Association, both offer support to patients with facial differences and their families. The aftermath of the procedure involved adjusting tiny turning devices on his face three times a day. He worked as a self-employed mechanic. I dont like bullies, and I dont like talking about it, but I have had some bad experiences in the past.. Timothy Nathaniel Newman, 41, died Friday, July 22, 2022, at his home in Corydon. The Newman family first shared their story with "20/20" in 2017. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. If parents are interested in learning more about this new surgical technique as a potential treatment for a child with Treacher Collins, please call Seattle Childrens Craniofacial Center. There was no indication anything was wrong with Russel and Magdalena (Magda) Newmans baby prior to his delivery. Try again. Hospitals, doctors, nurses and surgeries became a normal component of Nathaniels life. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. My producers, Sean Dooley and Jen Joseph, and I all became very close to the Newmans. In Nathaniels case, his condition caused him to be born without cheekbones, eye sockets or ears and he had a severely undeveloped jaw. Financial assistance for medically necessary services is based on family income and hospital resources and is provided to children under age 21 whose primary residence is in Washington, Alaska, Montana or Idaho. Geni requires JavaScript! Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Emailus. "Normal" details the events of my life starting from my birth (definitely needed help from my parents on that part) up until my early teen years, covering all the critical events that shaped my life. Nathaniel's family and Palacio spoke to "20/20" in 2017 about the similarities between Nathaniel's life and Palacio's book. Brother of John S. Newman; Nancy Ann Bulkley; Abigail Webb; Nathaniel Newman; Daniel Newman and 7 others. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. It is a very stressful existence for a patient and their family, especially in very young children. The Centers multidisciplinary approach brings together a team of more than 50 specialists who work together to diagnose and care for patients with craniofacial conditions. Judge: How do you know that? @LawCrimeNetwork #NathanielRowland #SamanthaJosephson #WhatsMyName pic.twitter.com/oxOrsdR2eX, Cathy Russon (@cathyrusson) July 27, 2021. Judge: Im not listening to any CLAIM of what he did not do. I was the police officer for Nathaniel.. Seattle Childrens has been absolutely best in class., Im still amazed by Nathaniels transformation, said Hopper. Now, in school, Im treated like everyone else. As Russel had done for all of Nathaniels nearly 60 surgeries, he carried his son into the operating room. The doctors at Seattle Children's did a great job and I really enjoy not having a tracheostomy [tube] anymore. As soon as the incident was over, Palacio regretted how she handled it and could not stop thinking about it for the rest of the day. So on behalf of the family, I would like your honor to know that that is the familys position., That will not be taken into consideration in any form or fashion in deciding a sentence, he said. And we held Nathaniel for the first time, Russel said, through tears. Nathaniel has been through a lot, but through it all hes kept a positive attitude and an unparalleled sense of humor. Check out the trailer below. Husband of Esther Newman. Magda Newman is pictured here pregnant with her first child Nathaniel, who was born with Treacher Collins syndrome. His brain, his body is going to learn to breathe through a trach, and then, he's going to be prone to infection, which ended up proving to be true.. All of them described Samantha as a person who lit up a room, always smiling, and laughing, always a great friend and lit that room up when she entered it. One of his teachers said the letter was very helpful for the students to know what to expect, rather than just walking into school and then having that reaction.. As the unaffected child," he has had to learn how to deal with teen anxiety and depression. When we got back to Robbinsville [in New Jersey], approximately 6 or 8 of her friends got up to speak at the vigil. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Like any mom, I am busy chaperoning Jacob and Nathaniel to their myriad of activities, like Lacrosse, Taekwondo, tutoring, etc. Its a great feeling to see a patient who was resigned to have a tracheostomy his entire life free from it.. The Newman family moved to Reno, Nevada, but commuted more than 700 miles to Seattle Childrens for medical care. Nathaniel was born with Treacher Collins Syndrome and has been called Auggie Pullman come to life by author R.J. Palacio. Wonder, the film about a fifth-grader with facial differences, captivated the nation when it came out in 2017. In particular, I love to play Dungeons and Dragons. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. We had a lot of good times together, riding 4 wheelers and dirt bikes. Nathaniel Newman, the son of Magda and Russel Newman, was born with Treacher Collins Syndrome. Well, I'm a kid just like Auggie Pullman.. Magda just kept asking, Whats wrong with my baby?. Normal: A Mother and Her Beautiful Son and Normal: One Kids Extraordinary Journey are available for pre-order now. And that's your normal. Genealogy profile for Nathaniel Newman Nathaniel Newman (1781 - 1846) - Genealogy Genealogy for Nathaniel Newman (1781 - 1846) family tree on Geni, with over 230 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. See Photos. And Nathaniel isn't alone in feeling . Tonight's special edition of 20/20 will include interviews with Nathaniel, his parents,. The life of Nathaniel Newman, a boy with Treacher Collins syndrome, a rare cranio-facial condition, is the focus; included: how he navigates everyday challenges. Nathaniel Newman, Jr. was born on month day 1724, at birth place, to Nathaniel Newman and Sarah Newman (born Husted). The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. "I remember thinking, 'Oh my goodness, this is Auggie Pullman come to life,'" Palacio said. He is learning to drive, loves to hang out with his four dogs, play video games with his friends, read comic books, and draw. Efforts To Publish Solzhenitsyn's "Two Hundred Years Together" Gaining Ground, The Brother Nathanael Foundation is now LEGALLY a non-profit corporation, Move to litigate against the Hanukkah Menorah set up on the White House Lawn, Progress is being made in efforts to litigate against the Hanukkah Menorah set up on the White House Lawn, MOVING INTO MEDIA. I want to see the baby, she said. The Newmans' named their baby Nathaniel and contacted the Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery (IRPS) at NYU Langone Medical Center, a leading hospital working with children who have Treacher Collins. Half brother of Lucy Spencer and Daniel Dodge Lattimer. Theres 20 people running in there, doing something. I know., By the way I raised him, she said. He is guilty of possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime. Immediate Family: Son of Abner Newman and Mercy Newman. They have believed from the beginning that the wrong person had been charged, and they still hold that belief today. After 70-plus surgeries it's pretty nice to be able to say that. Today, Nathaniel is thriving. That's wonderful., And I remember going, Are you freaking nuts? Russel said. He said the doctor flipped open a page showing a black and white photo of a teenager with Treacher Collins syndrome. She said when her son saw the little girls face he began to cry hysterically. Is he alive? You may have read the book Wonder. If you have, then you already know a bit about me. Nathaniel wants people to remember: Choose kind!, Learn more about Nathaniel Newmans remarkable journey in the television event 20/20: WONDER BOY.. While still reeling from the trauma of his birth, Russel and Magda Newman found themselves alone in a hospital room watching the Grammys. Both books will publish on Jan. 14. Try again later. By the time Nathaniel turned two, Russel and Magda started talking about having a second child, but it was not an easy decision to make. Year should not be greater than current year. The segment will also interview 33-year-old Jono Lanaster who also has Treacher Collins, as well as pop sensation Christina Aguilera. I often find myself hyperventilating when I sit in the passenger seat and watch my son practice driving. They left a message and within hours, they received a phone call back from Shelley Cohen, a speech and language pathologist. The technique, now calledcounterclockwise craniofacial distraction osteogenesis (C3DO), was published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Speaking to Elizabeth Vargas, Nathaniel says, I kind of like it It just seems fun because I stand out. Nathaniel has gone through nearly 70 surgeries so that he can breathe, hear, swallow, and speak. Tonight, ABC News 20/20 will air their story about one familys struggle to navigate life with a child with Treacher Collins syndrome. That was the first person who said to us, Congratulations, Magda said. SEAN DOOLEY, JENNIFER JOSEPH and LAUREN EFFRON. I want to see the baby And they didnt want to show it to me., That night, as they struggled to come to terms with the news, the couple sat in the hospital room and watched the Grammy Awards. The next few months would be difficult, but each day brought Nathaniel one step closer to freedom from his tracheostomy. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Tonights special edition of 20/20 will include interviews with Nathaniel, his parents, and Nathaniels doctors, as they face the challenges that come with the 13-year-olds condition. Normal" is how you choose to define it!!! Now for the important part, I really want you to treat me just like everyone else. And unfortunately Its a journey. Nathaniel also has Treacher Collins syndrome, which is a congenital disorder that causes underdeveloped bones in the face and jaw cause sloped eyes, missing or malformed ears and block airways. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Whats happened? He finally has freedom!. Whats going on? But he still had to undergo months of tests and evaluations before those doctors were finally ready to do something the Newmans had waited a lifetime to do remove Nathaniels trach. I saw just shock on peoples faces, big eyes, and I [asked], Whats going on here? I said Hello. Dr. Richard Hopper, the chief of surgery at the hospitals cranio-facial center, performed the surgery. The mother of Nathaniel David Rowland, 27, continued to assert her son was innocent of murdering Samantha Josephson, 21. Nathaniel was born with a severe case of Treacher Collins, a rare genetic condition characterized by deformities in the ears, eyes, cheekbones, and chin. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Nathaniel had 9 siblings: Samuel Newman, Sarah June (born Newman) and 7 other siblings. I can. For years, we were under the care of Dr. Joseph McCarthy at NYU Medical Center. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. The only way I can best describe Samantha is when we were at the vigil in South Carolina, and some of her sorority friends got up to speak. Quite a bit has happened since then. ' he said. Nathaniel settled in the area later to be known as Patrick County Virginia in the 1780's. Nathaniel and his wife Elizabeth (WADE?) Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? Newman Mills, a group of water-powered mills, which included a gristmill built in 1726 and operated until 1918, and a fulling mill, was a center of business activity in the Riverbank area of Stamford for two centuries.In 1731, Nathaniel Newman was one of several residents of the northwestern part of the Town of Stamford who petitioned the General Assembly to establish a church at Stanwich, together with residents of the northeastern part of the Town of Greenwich.On 26 December 1760, Nathaniel Newman sold his home and his land on the east bank of the Mianus River (opposite present-day Newman Mills Park) and his interest in the gristmill to his son Israel Newman.He married(1) Sarah Husted circa 1723, and(2) Rebecca ______ circa 1765., Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Magda Newman is pictured with her sons Nathaniel and Jacob in this undated photo. Have a tip or story idea? This did not budge Newman, either. Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? Sarah was born in 1706, in Stamford, Fairfield Co., CT., USA. Stephanie Rubyor The most exciting thing that has happened for our family in the past two years has been the writing of our memoirs. Maam, Im not going to hear any claim of innocence, he said. The focus in the beginning was simply on keeping Nathaniel alive, said Newman. Im grateful Im able to work with a team able to achieve these kinds of life-changing results, said Hopper. Who's this? Russel said. Nathaniel Newman holding his brother Jacob Newman. Hes almost died a few times over the years due to various complications, and for 13 years had to have a stoma that greatly limited his activities (no swimming or showering solo). Son of Abner Newman and Mercy Newman Magda's poignant, sometimes absurdly humorous endeavors to raise Nathaniel and his little brother, Jacob, as normally as possible emphasize how Nathaniel's disability shaped their family; siblings of kids with disabilities will sympathize when Magda describes how Jacob's needs came second. Genealogy for Nathaniel Newman (1697 - 1743) family tree on Geni, with over 230 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. After he was born, Nathaniel was transferred to the neonatal intensive care unit at NYU Langone, where he spent the first month of his life. The procedure was a success. Brother Nathanael Foundation is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization EIN: 27-2983459. GREAT NEWS! Sam Gillette is a books Writer/Reporter for People.com and People Magazine. had the following children: 1. Been called Auggie Pullman come to life, ' '' Palacio said decision!, CT., USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list click! 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