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<p class="xmsonormal"><span style="color:#0070C0">Dear </span><b><span style="color:#7030A0">Children's Hospital Team</span></b><span style="color:#0070C0">,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="xmsonormal"><span style="color:#0070C0">Today we kick off a very special week as we celebrate
</span><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;color:#7030A0">17</span><span style="color:#7030A0"> years of caring</span></b><span style="color:#7030A0">
</span><span style="color:#0070C0">for the children and families at the children’s hospital. Birthday Week is a time to reflect on all we have accomplished together and to recognize the incredible dedication, compassion, and expertise that each of you brings
to our patients every day.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="xmsonormal"><span style="color:#0070C0">Whether you provide direct patient care, support our clinical teams, keep our operations running smoothly, or help create a welcoming environment for families, your contributions make a difference.
</span><b><span style="color:#7030A0">Because of you</span></b><span style="color:#0070C0">, our patients receive exceptional care, and our families feel supported during some of their most challenging moments.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="xmsonormal"><span style="color:#0070C0">Throughout the week, we hope you'll take a few moments to
</span><b><span style="color:#7030A0">enjoy the celebrations</span></b><span style="color:#0070C0">, participate in the themed activities, visit the food trucks, and join us for the 17<sup>th</sup> Birthday Party on Friday. Most importantly, we hope you
</span><b><span style="color:#7030A0">take pride</span></b><span style="color:#7030A0">
</span><span style="color:#0070C0">in everything we have built together and the </span>
<b><span style="color:#7030A0">countless lives you impact every day</span></b><span style="color:#0070C0">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="xmsonormal"><span style="color:#0070C0">From all of us in Pediatric Leadership,
</span><b><span style="color:#7030A0">thank you for your hard work, your commitment to excellence, and the compassion you show to our patients and families</span></b><span style="color:#7030A0">.
</span><span style="color:#0070C0">We are grateful for </span><b><span style="color:#7030A0">each and every one of you</span></b><span style="color:#0070C0">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="xmsonormal"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif;color:#FB29B5">🎂</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt;color:#FB29B5"> Happy 17<sup>th</sup> Birthday, Children's Hospital!
</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif;color:#FB29B5">🎉</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt;color:#FB29B5"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="xmsonormal"><span style="color:#0070C0">With appreciation,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="xmsonormal"><b><i><span style="color:#0070C0">Pediatric Leadership <span style="background:yellow">
</span> <br>
Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></p>
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