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elementor - v3.12.2 - 23-04-2023 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-small\">friday, december 22, 2023<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a5f323f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a5f323f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-medium\">Doors open at <b>6pm<\/b><br>\nParking <b>One Campus Martius<\/b> garage (1140 Farmer St.) or meter parking located around the building.<br>\n6:00 Arrival\/Photos\/Cocktail Hour\/Silent Auction<br>\n7:00 Dinner Begins<br>\n11:00 Evening Concludes<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-419f3e55 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"419f3e55\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-180598cf\" data-id=\"180598cf\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1122bcc elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1122bcc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><b>Thank you for attending!<\/b><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8fea5d2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8fea5d2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! 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What an incredible night it was! With a record-breaking attendance of 325, including 50 cadets and midshipmen, we surpassed the average of previous years, making this event one for the books.<\/h3>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Inspiring Program<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We had the honor of hosting CW5 Alan Mack, as Keynote Speaker, the Army&#8217;s most decorated pilot and a humble hero. Known for flying in the mission to capture Osama bin Laden and completing over 4000 night combat missions, Mack&#8217;s inspiring words resonated with the audience.&nbsp; Al\u2019s engaging and best-selling book is available for sale through WPPCMI.&nbsp; The book is a great read and is especially relevant for anyone interested in the Aviation branch. Please <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reach out via email<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for details on how to order.&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>A True Professional and Patriot<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rich Luterman&#8217;s dual role as a weatherman and an Air Force Veteran exemplifies his commitment to serving the community and the nation. We are honored to have had such a distinguished individual as our Master of Ceremonies, and we express our sincere gratitude for his exceptional service.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>West Point Showed Up!<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the hosts of the return of the All Academy Ball after four long years on hiatus, West Point Parents Club of Michigan were proud to have a solid showing of West Point families.&nbsp; 2023 AAB Honorees, Kate and Tom Lynch (1982, 2018) represented USMA, the Field Force, WPSMI, and the Parent Club well, creating an electric atmosphere when Tom led the West Pointers in the Rocket! The Lynch\u2019s lifetime of dedicated service to West Point was a true highlight of the evening.<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Auction Success: Army-Navy Game Tickets and more!<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the night&#8217;s thrilling moments was the live auction, featuring four 50-yard line tickets to the Army-Navy game in 2024. The winning bid reached an impressive $5000, creating an unforgettable experience for the lucky attendees.&nbsp; Dozens of others took home some very special items in the silent auction.<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Dance Floor Magic!<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The celebration continued with people dancing the night away until the lights came up. It was a joyous and lively atmosphere, creating lasting memories for everyone present.<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Media Recognition<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our event gained well-deserved recognition from both the Detroit Free Press and Fox 2 Detroit, who ran a segment showcasing the All Academy Ball. We&#8217;re grateful for the media coverage that helped spread the word about this remarkable gathering.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>2023 All Academy Ball: The Future of Freedom<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><u><a href=\"https:\/\/abbybphotography.pixieset.com\/guestlogin\/allacademyball\/?return=%2Fallacademyball%2F\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 22px;\">Browse through the stunning photos of our unforgettable evening by Abby B Photography<\/a>.<\/u>&nbsp;Whether it&#8217;s digital copies or prints, relive the magic and preserve the moments forever. Don&#8217;t miss out on the chance to own a piece of this memorable event!<\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coupon Code AAB23 is valid until February 29 for 50% off prints.<\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>A Celebration of Giving<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we reflect on the success of the All Academy Ball, we celebrate not only the joyous moments but also the spirit of giving that unites us. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1J6-vYj0uxUCqtBEQrq38uw6-YrhMrLUpBv4f7O99q_A\/edit?usp=sharing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><u>Corporate Donors<\/u><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> were critical to the success of this event, as well as attendees and auction participants who not only made this event spectacular but also contributed to a brighter future for those who will lead with honor and dedication.<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Behind-the-Scenes Heroes<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Behind every unforgettable moment and seamless execution, there&#8217;s a team of passionate individuals who worked tirelessly to bring the All Academy Ball to life. Special Shout out to the Organizing Committee comprised of Julie Smith (2026), Carey Potter (2027), Patty Williams (2027), and Renee Hooker (2027).&nbsp; Rebecca Ufford (2022), Chair, referred to this group as the Dream Team for their outstanding work.&nbsp; These organizing committee members are the unsung heroes, and your dedication did not go unnoticed.&nbsp; West Point Parents Club of Michigan is on tap to host the Ball again in 2026, so all you party planners out there, feel free to let us know who you are!<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>A Night of Honor and Support<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Above all, the All Academy Ball aimed to honor cadets, midshipmen, and graduates of America\u2019s esteemed military service academies. In the face of military and academy recruiting challenges, this event stands as a beacon, distinguishing America&#8217;s service academies from other university experiences. It&#8217;s a crucial opportunity to support and encourage the young individuals and their families embarking on a journey of service to our nation.<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next year, the event will be hosted by the USNA Parents Club of Michigan.&nbsp; Let\u2019s give them our full support.<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thank you to everyone who contributed to making the 2023 All Academy Ball a resounding success! 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degrees while training them to become professional officers of competence, character, and compassion of the U.S. military.\u00a0 Analogous to traditional universities, after accepting their Congressional appointments, cadets or midshipmen at these academies also receive extensive physical and leadership training and extracurricular activities and sports opportunities.\u00a0 After graduating, each student moves directly into a career as an officer in one of the six branches of the U.S. Military.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-62db0464 elementor-invisible\" data-id=\"62db0464\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;animation&quot;:&quot;fadeInRight&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2c5e4d36 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Rich is Chief Meteorologist at FOX 2 in Detroit. Originally from Pittsburgh, Rich graduated in 1988 from Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in meteorology.  He was commissioned a second lieutenant through the U.S. Air Force ROTC and served four-and-a-half years on active duty as a weather officer.  For six months in 1991, he was a weather detachment commander in Southwest Asia during Operation Desert Storm.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-437863e6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"437863e6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-c6e456d elementor-invisible\" data-id=\"c6e456d\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;animation&quot;:&quot;fadeInRight&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d86f40 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4d86f40\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"495\" src=\"https:\/\/www.west-point.org\/parent\/michigan\/allacademyball\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/AlanC.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-935\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.west-point.org\/parent\/michigan\/allacademyball\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/AlanC.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.west-point.org\/parent\/michigan\/allacademyball\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/AlanC-300x232.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.west-point.org\/parent\/michigan\/allacademyball\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/AlanC-768x594.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d10f15b elementor-position-left elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-top elementor-vertical-align-top elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"d10f15b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon elementor-animation-\" >\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-microphone-alt\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\tKeynote Speaker\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWe are looking forward to having Alan C. Mack speak at the event this year! Alan wouldn\u2019t quit on his unit \u2013 he couldn\u2019t quit on his family. His story of success, tragedy, and ultimate happiness is as old as warfare itself. Autographed books of Al\u2019s book, Razor 03 will be available at the event. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b5aed9 elementor-button-info elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"4b5aed9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/alancmack.com\" class=\"elementor-button-link elementor-button elementor-size-xs\" role=\"button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Learn more about Alan C. Mack<\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a3bc144 elementor-position-left elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-top elementor-vertical-align-top elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"2a3bc144\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-icon elementor-animation-\" href=\"https:\/\/west-point.networkforgood.com\/events\/59411-46th-michigan-all-academy-ball\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-glass-cheers\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/west-point.networkforgood.com\/events\/59411-46th-michigan-all-academy-ball\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCelebrate\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWe look forward to recognizing and celebrating cadets, midshipmen, and commissioned officers from the Classes of 2021-2023 of all five of America\u2019s military academies preparing as our next generation of national leaders.   Families of these young leaders also sacrifice in their service and deserve recognition.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fd92d4b elementor-view-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon\" data-id=\"fd92d4b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-be6f9d4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"be6f9d4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f381e73 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f381e73\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">LIVE AUCTION ITEMS<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-3958b64 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"3958b64\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-f3c4a1c\" data-id=\"f3c4a1c\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d7e64cc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d7e64cc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\"><b>Army-Navy 2024 Game<\/b><\/span><\/h3><p>Four (4) lower-level 50-yard line tickets to the Army-Navy game at FedEx Field in Washington DC on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Donated by: Army West Point Sports Properties.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-1cf9eae\" data-id=\"1cf9eae\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bd9e853 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bd9e853\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><b>Army-Air Force 2024 Game<\/b><\/h3><p>Four (4) lower-level 50 yard tickets to the Army-Air Force game Saturday, at Michie Stadium in West Point, NY<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>on November 2, 2024. Donated by: Army West Point Sports Properties.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f7d212c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f7d212c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">SILENT AUCTION ITEMS<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f014c5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"8f014c5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.west-point.org\/parent\/michigan\/allacademyball\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=693&#038;action=elementor#\">Take a look at some of 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