Summary:
- The Moon is in Capricorn all day (until Friday, April 1st, at 9:36 PM).
- The Moon is waning and in its Waning Gibbous phase until 11:16 AM / the Moon is waning and in its Third Quarter phase from 11:16 AM forward.
- A Third Quarter Moon occurs today at 11:16 AM.
- Mars is in its pre-retrograde shadow (Mars will retrograde from April 17-June 29).
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries
Your desire for more independence and spontaneity is strong these days, dear Aries, and today especially, you want to express yourself freely and/or get things off your chest. Ideas come as flashes today, and others are listening to what you’re saying, more than usual. They see your thinking as uniquely creative. Your perspective is positive and forward-looking, and motivation to pursue recent or new interests is strong. This can be a time when you’re birthing an important new idea or turning over a new leaf on a mental level. Information can come your way that is surprising, but also nudges you into a new direction that ultimately brings rewards. A surprise or significant communication from a friend may be part of the picture.
Taurus
This can be a time for enjoying some free-form thinking and entertaining ideas that take you out of your usual bounds, dear Taurus. You can come up with interesting and inventive new ideas on how to handle recent problems or challenges. You may be privy to private information or a secret, or divulge a secret of your own. New information can surface about your past, or you can have sudden insight into how to put something, or even someone, behind you. There could be a chance meeting or some other coincidence that takes your thinking in unexpected directions.
Gemini
This can be a day of fresh, new thinking and insights, dear Gemini, and for some, a surprise or chance meeting with someone special. Information coming in can seem serendipitous, leading to new directions. A friend can surprise you. Listen to your intuition as you dream up new ways to pursue long-term happiness goals. Today’s energies are electric. Your more unique qualities are out front and center for all to see and admire. You may be admired now for a unique viewpoint. Yesterday’s concerns or deep thinking transform with increased confidence and novel solutions to problems.
Cancer
While you may have been mulling over issues yesterday, dear Cancer, you are running with your ideas today. Fresh thinking is a theme now. New ideas come to you in flashes and you have an especially positive view of the future, particularly when it comes to your career or the more solid, practical goals in your life. You might also hear of someone who has put in a good word for you. Interesting turns in your career are likely now. It’s time to be bold and to express yourself. Don’t be afraid to be different, but do be careful not to leave someone feeling hurt or excluded. You may be a little too quick to speak or rebel.
Leo
You can be excited about new ideas or topics of interest today, dear Leo, and you’re likely to be feeling especially confident about matters that may have been causing you some concern yesterday. You may be especially eager to share your thoughts today, and they can be truly unique and inspiring. Conversations with a partner can be significant and may even lead to important turning points. You could have a breakthrough of sorts on an intellectual level or about a belief. Opinions can change suddenly as a result. So can interests, which may be something to watch for now. Try not to latch onto new projects before putting in effort to the ones already in progress that may be losing their novelty. However, do take note of ideas and insights coming in now which may deserve some reflection in the future.
Virgo
New ideas about how to manage your financial affairs can surface today, dear Virgo. You might have a revelation of sorts about an intimate matter or relationship. You may be feeling all wound up today, but this can be of the pleasant variety. Your ideas are interesting and exciting, and your more unique qualities are highlighted for all to see. For the most part today, your mood is positive and progressive, although there can be inner stirrings or realizations that feel new and perhaps a little uncomfortable for some. Allow yourself to imagine and give your thoughts some freedom, as you can get to very important insights now.
Libra
This can be a time of surprising insights, unexpected events, or renewed vitality in a relationship, dear Libra. Recent feelings of dissatisfaction can lead to fresh thinking and new methods to improve a partnership. You could have flashes of insight or receive inspiration from a special someone today. Interactions with others can be stimulating and can lead to new ideas, methods, and directions. Others can be unpredictable today, and you can react to this by enjoying the curve balls and seeing where they lead you, or by feeling frustrated – it’s all in how you approach it. Be open to changes, but put your foot down if others are crossing boundaries.
Scorpio
With Mercury and Uranus aligned in your work and health sector today, dear Scorpio, you can either have sudden new insights into old problems in these areas of life, or you can be put off by changes in schedules or sudden news. Surprises are in store, and it’s usually better to be in charge of the changes proactively, or at least to go with the flow, rather than to dig in your heels and resist change altogether, which can be disruptive. Some of you could come up with inventive new methods to handle work, chores, or health matters. You may feel inspired to start up a new project or health and fitness endeavor, at least on a mental level.
Sagittarius
There can be a real craving for mental stimulation and excitement today, dear Sagittarius, and you’re likely to find it. You may be looking for new ways to approach creative projects and/or romantic relationships, or these may come about organically. Changes in plans or sudden news can require flexibility. Children or a romantic partner may need extra attention and can introduce some level of surprise into your day. Some of you could have a surprise from a love interest or partner today. A chance encounter is possible now. Your creativity knows no bounds, and in fact if you encounter boundaries, you are inclined to rebel against them. Relationship matters can be more hopeful and exciting than they have been in the past few days.
Capricorn
Changes occurring now can push you towards important and positive things, dear Capricorn. You can experience inner stirrings, and for some, outright opposition to your ideas. There can be excitement as new ideas break through to your conscious awareness. Family relationships can undergo some changes, or at least the approach you’re taking to communicating with one another and expressing your thoughts.
Home may not be your haven today, as it’s likely to be quite busy and possibly hectic, but your personal life can also be invigorating.
Aquarius
This can be a day of new ideas, fresh thinking, and perhaps some unexpected changes to your schedule, dear Aquarius. Some of you may get word of something exciting or unexpected. People around you may notice you for your intelligence or insight and unique point of view with Mercury, planet of communication, aligning with your ruler in your communications sector. People hear you loud and clear. It’s a good day for expressing yourself and making an impression on an intellectual level. You can be especially verbose and animated. You are inclined to jump from topic to topic, however, and could be misunderstood, and while you should probably avoid rushing things, the mental excitement and stimulation around you today may be just what you need.
Pisces
You can enjoy strong intuition and sudden ideas, particularly revolving around business and money today, dear Pisces, but impulsive buying may be an issue. Enjoy new insights and play with new ideas, just remember to look before you leap. Your thinking process feels fresher and more optimistic. There is a good chance that you come up with a very unique and progressive money-making idea, or you gain insight that has you approaching your finances in a fresh, new way. This can also be a great time for new insights about emotional and personal matters, home, family, and the past.
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The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts (for the astrology of the week, see This Week in Astrology):
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Capricorn
Description: The Moon in Capricorn
Consolidate. Pay attention to the foundations of life. Repair and restructure. Attend to financial or business matters. Make solid plans and get organized.
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 11:16 am
Event: Third Quarter at 11°Cp20′
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 5:14 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Pal
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Pallas
We may be concerned about what others are thinking of us now, and can be sensitive to negativity and criticism, or what we perceive as such. We might not understand one another, and can be at odds with one another on a mental or intellectual level. Someone’s belief or idea can make us feel insecure or out of sorts, or otherwise rub us the wrong way.
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 8:33 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Ves
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Vesta
We can derive a nice feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment from tending to our responsibilities, work, or other commitment. We are more able to make sacrifices or put our emotions aside in order to get something important done. Alternatively, we can bring more sensitivity to our practical affairs. This can be a good time to commit fully to something – especially health and healing matters. It’s also a strong time for taking care of domestic matters.
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 9:59 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Neptune
This is a feel-good time if we allow ourselves to relax and tune into the subtle aspects of life – art, nature, beauty, dreams, and spiritual realms. We absorb things easily, our senses are in good form, and we more naturally accept things and people as they are. There is no need to look for definite answers right now.
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 11:16 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Sun
This is a time for noticing discrepancies. Self-expression doesn’t flow well, and conflicts can be stirred. There can be some resistance and irritability. This can be a time when we’re compelled to take action, make changes, and solve problems.
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 1:52 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Juno
We can gain strength through others or through our relationships, and we are especially comfortable in one-on-one situations.
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 6:56 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Jupiter
We want to do good and to honor our inner code. We don’t sweat the small stuff right now. We are generous with our energy, time, and money. A great time to take up new feel-good opportunities. Show your confidence and optimism and reap the rewards.
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 10:36 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Plu
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Pluto
Deeper feelings emerge. Emotional extremes can be experienced now. This can be a time that we crave or recognize the need for an overhaul – a deep, lasting change.
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 2:36 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Pll Pal
Description: Transiting Mercury Parallel Transiting Pallas
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 3:12 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Pll Ura
Description: Transiting Mercury Parallel Transiting Uranus
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 4:49 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cnj Ura
Description: Transiting Mercury Conjunction Transiting Uranus
Intensity of mind. Experimental attitude. Expression of radical or unusual viewpoints. Technical interest. Inventiveness.
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 9:48 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Pll Jun
Description: Transiting Venus Parallel Transiting Juno
Date & Time: 31 Mar 2016 10:01 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ura Pll Pal
Description: Transiting Uranus Parallel Transiting Pallas
ARIES STRONG
Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.
SAGITTARIUS STRONG
Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
PISCES STRONG
Compassionate, sensitive, self-sacrificing, gentle, intuitive. Can be escapist, impractical, hyper- sensitive, gullible.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
FIRE STRONG
Fire is enthusiastic, dynamic, and spontaneous, but lacks reflection. We are more courageous and adventurous now, with a tendency to act before thinking. There is little concern about what happened in the past. We are competitive and possibly impatient or bored easily.
AIR WEAK
We may have a difficult time being objective or detached. We may not be especially communicative.
BALANCE OF MODES
CARDINAL STRONG
We are ready to take action and to take on challenges, and can become frustrated with stagnant conditions.
FIXED WEAK
We may be open to change but may not have much follow-through.
LUNAR PHASE: THIRD QUARTER
Moon from 90 to 45 degrees behind the Sun.
We have strong beliefs and are likely to put them into action. We have the wisdom to know when to act, but sometimes can be inflexible.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on March 31st:
Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected, or will perfect, in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.
Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours, so that if an aspect involving is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).
**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).
THE MOON
THE MOON IN CAPRICORN
You feel secure when life is structured, or you are working hard. You may be emotionally distant or cold. You mother’s love may be limited in some way. Your mother may have been strict or cold.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE THE SUN Orb 0°21′ Separating
There can be a conflict between our intentions and our emotions now. We can feel tense and unsatisfied until we take care of problems. We can be unsure about whether we want support or to do things independently.
TRINE JUPITER Orb 3°44′ Applying
We can be motivated to honor our inner code. We don’t sweat the small stuff right now. We are generous with our energy, time, and money. A great time to take up new feel-good opportunities. Show your confidence and optimism and reap the rewards.
SEXTILE NEPTUNE Orb 1°03′ Separating
This is a feel-good time if we allow ourselves to relax and tune into the subtle aspects of life – art, nature, beauty, dreams, and spiritual realms. We absorb things easily, our senses are in good form, and we more naturally accept things and people as they are. There is no need to look for definite answers right now.
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 5°41′ Applying
Deeper feelings emerge. Emotional extremes can be experienced now. This can be a time that we crave or recognize the need for an overhaul – a deep, lasting change.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN ARIES
You are an assertive and freedom-loving individual. You have a strong need for independence, and may tend to display self-concern assertively.
12TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Tongue
Sabian Symbol: A flock of wild geese.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
TRINE MARS Orb 4°04′ Separating
Energy and vitality are strong. A good time to take the initiative. Effective decision-making is possible now.
TRINE SATURN Orb 5°00′ Applying
We are taking pride in our responsibilities or performance. This can be a time of steady progress and increased self-discipline. We are more inclined to humble ourselves to authority or good advice, and tend to employ traditional methods.
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 8°33′ Applying
You are a rebel but also a leader. You are innovative and original. Others may see you as arrogant, wilful and disruptive at times. Life will be full of surprises. Politics, science or computing appeal to you.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 6°02′ Applying
We may be tempted to control or manipulate events and people, and can have difficulty reaching a compromise. We might need to reevaluate expectations, face our fears, manage power struggles, and deal with urges to control others and situations.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN ARIES
You are an independent thinker. You talk quickly, and like to think up new ideas. You may experience flashes of intuition.
20TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Hyoid bone
Sabian Symbol: A young girl feeding birds in winter.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
TRINE SATURN Orb 3°09′ Separating
We are cautious, careful, tuned in to details, and rely on common sense at this time.
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 0°23′ Applying
You have an incisive and ingenious mind. Your thoughts and speech are erratic and inventive. You enjoy progressive topics. Your opinions may be ahead of your time.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 2°07′ Separating
We can be worried or troubled, a little paranoid, and possibly suspicious with this combination. We are defensive about our ideas, intelligence, or perceptions, and might take it personally if others are not agreeing with or adopting our opinions.
VENUS
VENUS IN PISCES
You yearn to merge and be at-one with your partner. In fact you want to be at-one with the universe. You also enjoy sharing inspirational activities with your partner, ranging from listening to beautiful music to visiting an art gallery.
24TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right distal tibio-fibular joint
Sabian Symbol: An inhabited island.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
CONJUNCTION CHIRON Orb 1°30′ Separating
You have a childlike innocence in your personal relationships, which makes you vulnerable to emotional pain. You fear commitment and rejection. You may experience pain in early relationships, but this pain is usually healed giving you insight and wisdom in later personal relationships. You see the beauty in people who have been cast aside by others, and develop the ability to be a teacher or healer in intimate relationships.
OPPOSITION THE NORTH NODE Orb 2°10′ Separating
We may be re-evaluating relationships in terms of whether or not they are contributing to our personal growth. There could be some superficiality in our interactions now.
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 2°10′ Separating
We may be re-evaluating relationships in terms of whether or not they are contributing to our personal growth. There could be some superficiality in our interactions now.
MARS
MARS IN SAGITTARIUS
You are an inspirational leader, and have a strong desire for exploration and adventure. You may be one-pointed in your desires.
8TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Left superior femoral artery
Sabian Symbol: Rocks and things forming therein.
ASPECTS OF MARS
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 3°22′ Applying
This is a time for resting, escaping, or taking a break as we reconsider our needs. We might temporarily lose focus or direction.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN VIRGO
You have a strong desire to be of service, and high religious or spiritual ideals. You may also have an obsession with detailed perfection.
16TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Groove for inferior vena cava
Sabian Symbol: Children crowd around the orang-utang cage in a zoo.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SQUARE SATURN Orb 0°54′ Separating
We are faced with the need to temper our enthusiasm or to slow down to avoid overextending ourselves. This is a time for clarifying and editing projects and goals. We may need to cut back on something in order to grow in another area. Patience is required now.
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 4°48′ Applying
We may be misled easily under this influence–by others, or by our own unrealistic or inflated expectations. Routine seems to be particularly unsatisfying now, as we are inclined to want to find more meaning in what we’re doing.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 1°56′ Separating
You are enthusiastic about so many things, and have ambition to succeed. You naturally find yourself in leadership positions and react well to them.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 6°08′ Separating
Your current life challenge is to embrace adventure. You may find yourself in situations which inspire you to see the big picture. Inspiring others, possibly through preaching or teaching, may be part of your life’s destiny. Benevolent groups may also play a key role.
SATURN
SATURN IN SAGITTARIUS
Saturn in Sagittarius asks us to take on the responsibility of living according to our personal truths and principles, and to be loyal to these. This is a time for turning a critical eye to those beliefs and principles that don’t accurately reflect our authentic selves. (December 23, 2014 to June 14, 2015, then September 17, 2015 to December 20, 2017)
17TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Sciatic nerve
Sabian Symbol: An easter sunrise service.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
TRINE URANUS Orb 3°33′ Separating
You have a talent for investigation. You look at new ideas and are able then to put them into action. In business you achieve much in your own independent way.
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 5°43′ Applying
Some feelings of disillusionment can come now as our dreams and ideals can be put to the test. Questioning our faith in our dreams can lead to lack of follow-through or wasteful activities and avoidance of responsibilities. Ideally, this crisis leads to a realignment of material goals and spiritual ideals as we assess what is truly meaningful to us.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010 to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011 to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018 to March 6, 2019).
20TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Hyoid bone
Sabian Symbol: A young girl feeding birds in winter.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 2°31′ Separating
A time for making sweeping changes and for adapting to changes in order to progress. This is a time for revising, altering, overhauling, and purging. We can experience tension, fear, and pressure, but also a sense of liberation from over-attachments and situations that have been holding us back from growth.
NEPTUNE
NEPTUNE IN PISCES
A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011 to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012 to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025 to January 26, 2026)
11TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Lymph vessels of foot
Sabian Symbol: Men seeking illumination.
PLUTO
PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008 to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008 to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023 to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024 to November 19, 2024).
18TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of right knee
Sabian Symbol: The union jack flies from a new british destroyer.
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011 to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018 to February 18, 2019).
23RD DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Achilles tendon of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A `materializing medium’.
ASPECTS OF CHIRON
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 0°39′ Separating
You have a tendency to become stuck in a mire of self-pity, seeing only the pain and suffering in life. You need to develop the caring and sensitive side of your nature for the good of others.
VESTA
VESTA IN TAURUS
You have the ability to work in a stable and persistent manner. You are committed to working in a comfortable and predictable manner. You need to avoid becoming inflexible.
10TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Cervical veins
Sabian Symbol: A red cross nurse.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN AQUARIUS
Your mind can be brilliant, original and insightful. You are able to quickly grasp new ideas and apply them to the future. You fight for your ideals, and humanitarian or political causes.
24TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Right tibialis anterior muscle
Sabian Symbol: A man turning his back on his passions and teaching from his Experience.
JUNO
JUNO IN SCORPIO
You want an intense and sexual relationship. You want your partner’s total attention and demand a high degree of sensuality.
13TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Vulva, Labia minora, glans penis
Sabian Symbol: An inventor inventing.
CERES
CERES IN PISCES
You feel most cared for when experiencing at-one-ment with the world. You care for others by relieving their pain. You have compassion for your loved ones.
25TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left distal tibio-fibular joint
Sabian Symbol: The purging of the priesthood.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN VIRGO
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
22ND DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Gall-bladder
Sabian Symbol: A royal coat of arms.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN PISCES
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
22ND DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Achilles tendon of right foot
Sabian Symbol: A man bringing down the new law from sinai.
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*** CONJUNCTIONS TO FIXED STARS ***
Transits 31 Mar 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Pluto 17°Cp24 -20°50′
Cnj 16°Cp51 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
Aspects to Juno 12°Sc43 -03°50′
Cnj 12°Sc31 ALPHECCA Fruitfulness
Cnj 12°Sc06 ACRUX Focused on the physical world.
Aspects to Node 21°Vi36 +03°19′
Cnj 21°Vi50 DENEBOLA To go against society
Aspects to Black Mopn 24°Li19 -06°46′
Cnj 24°Li27 ARCTURUS A different approach
Cnj 24°Li04 SPICA*** The potential for brilliance.
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