{"id":1485,"date":"2026-07-30T12:14:47","date_gmt":"2026-07-30T12:14:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/blog\/?p=1485"},"modified":"2026-07-30T12:15:49","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T12:15:49","slug":"grandparents-day-gifts-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/blog\/grandparents-day-gifts-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Grandparents Day Gifts 2026: A Practical Gift Guide for Busy Parents"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\/* mxchat-css *\/\n\/* MxChat \u2014 Fullwidth Theme Reset *\/\r\n\/* Generic WordPress themes *\/\r\n.entry-content-wrap,\r\n.entry-content,\r\n.post-inner .entry-content,\r\n.container.site-content,\r\narticle .entry-content,\r\n.content-area .site-main,\r\n.single-content .entry-content,\r\n.type-post .entry-content,\r\n.type-page .entry-content,\r\n.page .entry-content,\r\n.single .entry-content {\r\n    padding: 0 !important;\r\n    max-width: 100% !important;\r\n    width: 100% !important;\r\n}\r\n\/* Outer wrappers that 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Whether you're shopping six weeks out or six days out, this guide helps you find a gift that actually means something \u2014 without the generic \"World's Best Grandpa\" mug.<\/p>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-meta\">\n    <span>Published July 2026<\/span>\n    <span>\u00b7<\/span>\n    <span>10 min read<\/span>\n    <span>\u00b7<\/span>\n    <span>Gift Guide<\/span>\n  <\/p>\n\n  <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mxg-img\" src=\"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mxchat-content-1785413416-O7xMUJ.png\" alt=\"Parent and two young children sitting at a kitchen table, looking at a tablet together and smiling, surrounded by craft supplies \u2014 planning a Grandparents Day gift\">\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">You're standing in the kitchen, coffee in hand, and it just hit you: <strong>Grandparents Day is coming up<\/strong>. You want to do something that actually lands \u2014 something Grandma will put on the shelf rather than politely thank you for and quietly donate. You want the kids involved. You don't want to spend an hour scrolling through novelty merchandise that all looks the same.<\/p>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">This guide is for you. Below you'll find concrete gift ideas grouped by type, a comparison of what each type actually delivers, honest lead-time guidance so you don't get caught short, and a section specifically on gifts <em>from<\/em> the grandkids \u2014 because that's where the real magic is.<\/p>\n\n  <hr class=\"mxg-divider\">\n\n  <h2 class=\"mxg-section-heading\">Why Grandparents Always Prefer Personal Over Generic<\/h2>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">Ask any grandparent which gifts they actually remember, and a pattern emerges immediately: it's never the gift basket. It's the photo book from the camping trip. The framed drawing with the child's explanation written on the back. The recorded video where a four-year-old explains, unprompted, that grandpa smells like \"outside and sandwiches.\"<\/p>\n\n  <blockquote class=\"mxg-blockquote\">\n    <p>\"The gifts that end up on the mantel are the ones that reference something specific \u2014 a name, a face, a shared memory, a story only this family would understand.\"<\/p>\n  <\/blockquote>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">Generic merchandise \u2014 the \"World's Best Grandma\" mugs, the novelty socks, the gift baskets with crackers and jam \u2014 signals low effort even when the intention was genuinely sweet. Grandparents are perceptive. They know the difference between a gift someone thought about and a gift someone grabbed.<\/p>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">A gift that captures a real moment tells the grandparent that someone was paying attention. That's ultimately what every grandparent wants to feel \u2014 that they matter specifically, not just as a category of person.<\/p>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">Personalized gifts also have longer shelf lives. They sit on mantels, get shown to friends, and get mentioned in conversations for years. A child's framed drawing from 2026 will still be on the wall in 2036. A gift basket will be gone by October.<\/p>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">None of this means every gift needs to be expensive or elaborate. A child's drawing with a handwritten note on the back is more personal than a fifty-dollar curated gift set, and grandparents know the difference immediately. The bar is personal, not pricey.<\/p>\n\n  <hr class=\"mxg-divider\">\n\n  <h2 class=\"mxg-section-heading\">10 Grandparents Day Gift Ideas, Grouped by Type<\/h2>\n\n  <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mxg-img\" src=\"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mxchat-content-1785413418-Uc7w16.png\" alt=\"Flat lay of grandparent gift options on a light wood surface: a personalized storybook, framed child&apos;s painting, photo book, handwritten card with crayon drawings, and a wrapped gift with ribbon\">\n\n  <h3 class=\"mxg-subheading\">Keepsake &amp; Personalized<\/h3>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-gift-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\"><strong>1. A personalized storybook starring the grandchild.<\/strong> This is consistently one of the most-loved gifts in the keepsake category. It becomes the book grandparents read on every visit \u2014 and keep on the shelf long after the grandkids are grown. <a class=\"mxg-link\" href=\"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/grandparent-gifts\">Personalized books for grandparents<\/a> from LoveToRead.ai feature the child's name and likeness woven throughout the story, so grandparents aren't just reading a book \u2014 they're reading about their grandchild. If you want to explore the range of options available, the roundup of <a class=\"mxg-link\" href=\"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/blog\/personalized-books-for-grandparents-2026\/\">personalized books for grandparents<\/a> covers the top picks for 2026 in detail.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-gift-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\"><strong>2. A custom illustration or portrait.<\/strong> A commissioned piece \u2014 either from an artist on a creative marketplace or generated through an AI tool \u2014 turns a favorite photo into wall art that feels intentional and curated rather than mass-produced. A portrait of the grandchild, or of the grandparent and grandchild together, is the kind of thing that goes straight onto the wall.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h3 class=\"mxg-subheading\">Photo-Based<\/h3>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-gift-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\"><strong>3. A photo book from the past year.<\/strong> A well-made photo book from a recent family event, vacation, or just a collection of the past year's best snapshots gives grandparents something to flip through repeatedly. Services that let you add captions and journaling notes make these even more meaningful. You can also explore how to <a class=\"mxg-link\" href=\"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/blog\/photo-personalized-childrens-books\/\">make a story book with your own photos<\/a> for a version that blends real family images with a narrative arc \u2014 a step beyond the standard photo album.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-gift-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\"><strong>4. A large-format framed print.<\/strong> A single large photo, framed and ready to hang, is practical and genuinely appreciated \u2014 especially if the grandparent's home doesn't have many recent photos of the grandkids. Keep it simple: one great photo, a clean frame, and a handwritten note on the back of the print.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h3 class=\"mxg-subheading\">Experience &amp; Time Together<\/h3>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-gift-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\"><strong>5. A planned outing with a specific date already set.<\/strong> A trip to a botanical garden, a museum, a cooking class for grandparent and grandchild together \u2014 grandparents often say this is the gift they want most. The key is writing it on a card with a specific date already penciled in so it actually happens, rather than becoming a vague intention that never materializes.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-gift-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\"><strong>6. A coupon book made by the kids.<\/strong> Coupons offering \"one board game afternoon,\" \"one baking day,\" or \"one movie night at your house\" are free to make and genuinely charming \u2014 especially from young grandchildren who illustrate each coupon themselves. This is not a consolation prize; it is one of the gifts grandparents actually use and talk about.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h3 class=\"mxg-subheading\">Handmade by the Kids<\/h3>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-gift-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\"><strong>7. Framed artwork with a dictated message.<\/strong> A framed piece of the child's artwork \u2014 especially with the child's handprint and a short message written by a parent at the child's dictation \u2014 is a perennial favorite. The framing is the key: it signals that this is real art, not a school project stuffed in an envelope. The whole project can cost under ten dollars and will be on the grandparent's wall for decades.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-gift-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\"><strong>8. A recorded video or audio message.<\/strong> The child singing a song, telling a story, or simply answering the question \"What's your favorite thing about grandma?\" costs nothing and often becomes the most-watched thing on a grandparent's phone for months. Unscripted answers from young children are almost always more moving than anything a card company has written.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h3 class=\"mxg-subheading\">Practical<\/h3>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-gift-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\"><strong>9. A subscription or cozy practical gift with a personal note.<\/strong> A subscription to an audiobook service, a cozy throw blanket with a family photo woven in, or a set of high-quality teas or coffees paired with a handwritten note all land well for grandparents who genuinely \"don't need anything.\" Practical gifts feel respectful of that sentiment while still marking the occasion. The handwritten note is not optional \u2014 it's what makes a practical gift personal.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-gift-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\"><strong>10. A digital photo frame, pre-loaded and set up.<\/strong> For tech-comfortable grandparents, a digital photo frame pre-loaded with family photos \u2014 and configured so family members can push new photos to it remotely \u2014 is a gift that keeps delivering long after Grandparents Day is over. Set it up yourself before gifting it so the grandparent doesn't have to navigate the setup process.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <hr class=\"mxg-divider\">\n\n  <h2 class=\"mxg-section-heading\">Gift Type Comparison: At a Glance<\/h2>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">Not all grandparents are the same, and not all timelines are the same. Here's how the major gift categories stack up across three practical dimensions.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-table-wrapper\">\n    <table class=\"mxg-table\">\n      <thead>\n        <tr>\n          <th>Gift Type<\/th>\n          <th>Best For<\/th>\n          <th>Lead Time Needed<\/th>\n          <th>How Personal It Feels<\/th>\n        <\/tr>\n      <\/thead>\n      <tbody>\n        <tr>\n          <td><strong>Keepsake \/ Personalized<\/strong><\/td>\n          <td>Sentimental grandparents; those with display space<\/td>\n          <td>1\u20132 weeks (production + shipping)<\/td>\n          <td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 \u2014 Made for them specifically<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td><strong>Photo-Based<\/strong><\/td>\n          <td>Any grandparent; especially photo-display lovers<\/td>\n          <td>A few days to 1 week<\/td>\n          <td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 \u2014 Drawn from real family moments<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td><strong>Experience \/ Time Together<\/strong><\/td>\n          <td>Active, local, or \"don't want more stuff\" grandparents<\/td>\n          <td>Near-zero (you're giving a plan)<\/td>\n          <td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 \u2014 Your presence and attention<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td><strong>Handmade by the Kids<\/strong><\/td>\n          <td>Any grandparent with young grandchildren<\/td>\n          <td>An afternoon to make; a few days to mail<\/td>\n          <td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 \u2014 Nothing a store sells competes<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td><strong>Practical<\/strong><\/td>\n          <td>Grandparents who are direct about not wanting clutter<\/td>\n          <td>Immediate (digital) to a few days (shipped)<\/td>\n          <td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 \u2014 Moderate unless paired with a personal note<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n      <\/tbody>\n    <\/table>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <hr class=\"mxg-divider\">\n\n  <h2 class=\"mxg-section-heading\">Ordering Lead Times: When to Order for September 13<\/h2>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-takeaway\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-takeaway-heading\">\ud83d\udcc5 Key Date: Grandparents Day 2026 = Sunday, September 13<\/p>\n    <p>These are general planning guidelines, not guarantees from any specific company. Always check the vendor's current estimated production and shipping timelines before placing your order.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\"><span class=\"mxg-highlight\">National Grandparents Day 2026 is Sunday, September 13.<\/span> If you're ordering a physical personalized gift \u2014 a custom book, a photo print, an engraved item \u2014 the general rule of thumb is to place your order no later than the first week of September. Aiming for an order date around <strong>Monday, September 1 to Wednesday, September 3<\/strong> gives you a reasonable buffer for most standard production-and-ship timelines.<\/p>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">Production times and shipping speeds vary widely by retailer, season, and demand. Late summer can be slower than expected as back-to-school and early holiday production ramp up. Always check the specific vendor's current estimated timelines before placing your order \u2014 don't assume what worked in June will work in September.<\/p>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">Here's how to think about your timeline based on when you're reading this:<\/p>\n\n  <ul class=\"mxg-list\">\n    <li><strong>Six or more weeks out (before August 1):<\/strong> You have full flexibility. Any gift type is on the table. Order personalized physical gifts when you're ready \u2014 no rush, but don't let the lead time slip away.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Two to four weeks out (August 1\u201325):<\/strong> Still plenty of time for most personalized and photo-based gifts. Confirm production timelines before ordering, but standard options should arrive comfortably.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>One to two weeks out (August 26 \u2013 September 6):<\/strong> Order physical personalized gifts immediately and confirm express options if needed. This is the window where you need to be intentional. Check vendor timelines carefully.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Final week (September 7\u201312):<\/strong> Prioritize digital or instantly-delivered gifts: a digital photo book sent by email, <a class=\"mxg-link\" href=\"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/personalized-gifts\">personalized AI book gifts<\/a> that deliver digitally, or an e-gift card. Handmade and experience-based gifts are also your best friends here \u2014 a child's drawing can be framed in an afternoon, and a handwritten card promising a future outing takes ten minutes.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">Express shipping and rush production options exist at many retailers, but they come with added cost and are not always available for fully customized items. If you need a physical gift by September 13, contact the vendor directly to confirm what's actually possible before placing the order.<\/p>\n\n  <blockquote class=\"mxg-blockquote\">\n    <p>The handmade and experience-based options in this guide have essentially zero lead time. These are not consolation prizes. They are genuinely among the most appreciated gifts on this list.<\/p>\n  <\/blockquote>\n\n  <hr class=\"mxg-divider\">\n\n  <h2 class=\"mxg-section-heading\">Gifts From the Grandkids: Let the Child Be the Star<\/h2>\n\n  <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mxg-img\" src=\"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mxchat-content-1785413420-OX7N0D.png\" alt=\"Young child around age 5 concentrating intensely while drawing a colorful picture with crayons at a kitchen table \u2014 the drawing shows two stick figures holding hands\">\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">The most powerful grandparent gifts are the ones where the grandchild is clearly the creator or the subject \u2014 not just a name on a card, but the actual author, artist, or protagonist of the gift itself. When a grandparent can say \"my grandchild made this for me,\" the gift has a different weight than anything purchased.<\/p>\n\n  <h3 class=\"mxg-subheading\">A Personalized Storybook Where the Grandchild Is the Hero<\/h3>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">A personalized storybook where the grandchild is the main character is one of the best examples of this category: grandparents read it on every visit, show it to their friends, and keep it on the shelf long after the child has grown. LoveToRead.ai's <a class=\"mxg-link\" href=\"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/blog\/personalized-books-for-grandparents-2026\/\">personalized books for grandparents<\/a> are built around exactly this idea \u2014 a story the child stars in, made to be read together across generations. It's also worth exploring the option to <a class=\"mxg-link\" href=\"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/blog\/photo-personalized-childrens-books\/\">make a story book with your own photos<\/a> if you want the grandchild's actual face woven into the illustrations.<\/p>\n\n  <h3 class=\"mxg-subheading\">A Recorded Video Message<\/h3>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">Free, takes about ten minutes to make, and often becomes the most-replayed thing on a grandparent's phone for months. Prompt the child with questions: \"What's your favorite thing to do with grandma?\" or \"Tell grandpa about the time you went fishing.\" Don't over-coach the answers \u2014 the unscripted, slightly chaotic responses from young children are almost always more moving than a polished performance.<\/p>\n\n  <h3 class=\"mxg-subheading\">Properly Framed Artwork<\/h3>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">A child's drawing, when properly framed, becomes real art. Ask the child to draw their favorite memory with the grandparent. Write the child's explanation of the drawing on the back in their own words (or dictated to you). Frame it with a mat. The whole project costs under ten dollars and will be on the grandparent's wall for decades. The framing is what elevates it from sweet to significant.<\/p>\n\n  <h3 class=\"mxg-subheading\">A Handwritten Letter From an Older Grandchild<\/h3>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">For older grandchildren \u2014 teenagers or young adults \u2014 a handwritten letter describing a specific memory or what the grandparent has taught them is a gift that grandparents often save and reread for years. Not a text. An actual letter, on paper, in an envelope. It takes courage to write something sincere, which is exactly why it lands so hard. Most grandparents have never received one.<\/p>\n\n  <hr class=\"mxg-divider\">\n\n  <h2 class=\"mxg-section-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-faq-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-faq-question\">When is Grandparents Day 2026?<\/p>\n    <p class=\"mxg-faq-answer\"><span class=\"mxg-highlight\">National Grandparents Day 2026 falls on Sunday, September 13, 2026.<\/span> In the United States, Grandparents Day is always observed on the first Sunday after Labor Day. This year, Labor Day is September 7, which places Grandparents Day on September 13. Mark your calendar now \u2014 it has a way of sneaking up on busy families who are deep in back-to-school mode.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-faq-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-faq-question\">What do you get grandparents who say they don't need anything?<\/p>\n    <p class=\"mxg-faq-answer\">Take them at their word on the stuff, and give them something that isn't stuff. Your time, a planned experience, or a gift that captures a memory rather than filling a shelf. A framed photo, a recorded video from the grandkids, or a planned outing with a specific date already on the calendar all honor the \"I don't need anything\" sentiment while still marking the occasion meaningfully. The bar is lower than you think: the gesture matters more than the gift.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-faq-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-faq-question\">How far ahead should I order a personalized gift?<\/p>\n    <p class=\"mxg-faq-answer\">For physical personalized gifts, a general planning guideline is to order at least ten to fourteen days before the date you need it \u2014 which means aiming for early September if your target date is September 13. Always check the specific vendor's current production and shipping estimates, as timelines vary significantly by retailer and season. If you're ordering in the final days before Grandparents Day, look for digital delivery options or items that ship from stock rather than requiring custom production. Many <a class=\"mxg-link\" href=\"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/personalized-gifts\">personalized AI book gifts<\/a> are available with digital delivery, which removes the shipping timeline entirely.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-faq-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-faq-question\">Is Grandparents Day a big deal \u2014 do we have to do something?<\/p>\n    <p class=\"mxg-faq-answer\">You don't have to do anything, but grandparents who receive even a small acknowledgment on this day \u2014 a phone call, a card, a drawing from the grandkids \u2014 consistently say it means more than the givers expected. The gesture matters more than the gift. A two-minute phone call where a grandchild says \"Happy Grandparents Day, I love you\" is not nothing. It's often everything.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-faq-item\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-faq-question\">What are the best personalized Grandparents Day gifts for young grandchildren to give?<\/p>\n    <p class=\"mxg-faq-answer\">When the grandchild is young, the best personalized gifts are the ones that feature the child themselves \u2014 their name, their face, their voice, their artwork. A <a class=\"mxg-link\" href=\"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/grandparent-gifts\">personalized book for grandparents<\/a> starring the child, a framed piece of their artwork, or a recorded video message all put the grandchild at the center of the gift, which is exactly where grandparents want them to be. The gift doesn't need to be elaborate \u2014 it needs to be unmistakably about <em>their<\/em> grandchild.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <hr class=\"mxg-divider\">\n\n  <h2 class=\"mxg-section-heading\">Wrapping Up: What Actually Makes a Grandparents Day Gift Work<\/h2>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">The thread running through every gift idea in this guide is the same: the best grandparents day gifts make the grandparent feel seen as an individual, not as a generic category. They reference something real \u2014 a specific child, a shared memory, a moment someone was paying attention to.<\/p>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">That can be a beautifully produced personalized storybook, or it can be a crayon drawing in a five-dollar frame. The price is not the point. The specificity is the point.<\/p>\n\n  <p class=\"mxg-paragraph\">A few things to take away as you plan:<\/p>\n\n  <ul class=\"mxg-list\">\n    <li><span class=\"mxg-highlight\">September 13, 2026<\/span> is the date \u2014 the first Sunday after Labor Day, as always.<\/li>\n    <li>Physical personalized gifts need production time; aim to order by early September and confirm timelines with your vendor directly.<\/li>\n    <li>Digital and handmade options are legitimate last-minute choices, not fallbacks.<\/li>\n    <li>Gifts from the grandkids \u2014 where the child is the creator or the subject \u2014 consistently outperform anything purchased without that personal connection.<\/li>\n    <li>The gesture matters more than the gift. A phone call, a card, a drawing. Do something.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <div class=\"mxg-cta-box\">\n    <p class=\"mxg-cta-heading\">Start the Gift That Grandparents Actually Keep<\/p>\n    <p class=\"mxg-cta-subheading\">A personalized storybook starring your grandchild is one of the few gifts that ends up on the shelf, gets read on every visit, and genuinely surprises a grandparent who claims they don't need a thing. September 13 is closer than it looks \u2014 create yours today.<\/p>\n    <a class=\"mxg-cta-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/lovetoread.ai\/grandparent-gifts\">Create a Personalized Book \u2192<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/article>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Grandparents Day 2026 is September 13. 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