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Posts: 3
I just got back from the International Auto Show here in San Jose, Ca
and was quite impressed with the new bug that was on display there.
The overall quality inside and out was very good. I was suprised to
see that they added a hathchback! Cool! I have a 65 bug and am always
having to put cargo into the area behind the rear seat. The car comes
with the engine in the front and will be available with a
couple of different versions. I talked to a salesman at another dealer
recently that said volkswagen was going to make a model with a 200hp
engine. Can anyone confirm this rumor? I think the best thing about
the car was the interior styling, wait till you see it!
Anyone else seen one of these cool cars up close? Please respond with
your thoughts. I am putting a message in the coupes conference to let
people know that the bug is now a hatchback.
and was quite impressed with the new bug that was on display there.
The overall quality inside and out was very good. I was suprised to
see that they added a hathchback! Cool! I have a 65 bug and am always
having to put cargo into the area behind the rear seat. The car comes
with the engine in the front and will be available with a
couple of different versions. I talked to a salesman at another dealer
recently that said volkswagen was going to make a model with a 200hp
engine. Can anyone confirm this rumor? I think the best thing about
the car was the interior styling, wait till you see it!
Anyone else seen one of these cool cars up close? Please respond with
your thoughts. I am putting a message in the coupes conference to let
people know that the bug is now a hatchback.
GuyP Posts: 50Shredhead,
That's an interesting name you got there.
Anyway, it's pretty weird that the bug is a hatchback. It's a lot of things now that it wasn't way back when.
My first impression of the New Beetle is not very optimistic. I must admit that I have yet to see this car face-to-face. The National Auto Show here in D.C. really disappointed me. I'm sure next year's will be a blast considering the appearance of a whole new line up from VW, the Mazda MX-5 Miata, Audi's S4, and of course the 996 Carrera! (all of which should have been at this year's show)
Well, back to my first impression. There's no mistake about it. The New Beetle is definitely a new Beetle and should always be called that. You can compare it to The New Kids On The Block. Although they've been around for a while, they'll always be the "new kids"! The New Beetle has very little to do with the original, except for maybe the word "Beetle". Here are the major differences:
1)now front-mounted engine
2)now obviously watercooled
3)hatchback (whoa, easy!)
4)now13 times more expensive ($16,500 base)
5)now uses Golf chassis (factoid: almost every car VW made was based on the Golf chassis!)
...basically all of the major characteristics of the original Beetle have been tossed in creating the New Beetle. It makes one wonder if the spirit of the Beetle is alive in the New Beetle b/c none of it's characteristics are! Of course today's standards of safety and what not have contributed to this new incarnation.
Hopefully VW did not make the New Beetle just for the sake of making a New Beetle b/c then one can perceive that very little inspiration went into this car. The original Beetle was a landmark in automotive history, and as it neared the end of its lifetime, the VW Golf took its place to make history. And when it's time for the Golf to leave the stage, appropriately there will be another star from VW. But why the New Beetle now? And what's with the flower vase, Flower Child?
$16,500 for a 2.0L-powered New Beetle is strecthing it in my opinion. It's cute, I'll give it that, but is it anything more? -
manchild Posts: 18Shredhead: in answer to that rumor, the Beetle will be getting the Audi A4 engine this fall. That engine is 150-hp, not 200, but it will still give the 2,700-lb. Beetle hp-to-weight and torque-to-weight ratios close to those of a V6 Ford Contour or Pontiac Grand Am, which ain't too shabby. (The only Beetle I've ever seen do that was an aftermarket hot rod conversion some
[non-permissible content removed] drove in high school -- that thing revved louder than a Who concert.)
As for the appeal -- well, for $15,200, you can get a slice of Americana (so to speak) and a car widely perceived as being immensely cool. Yes, there are probably better deals out there on a lot of competing cars -- Civic, Escort, Corolla, Neon, Elantra/Tiburon, etc. -- but they don't
have the same nostalgic appeal as the Beetle. That, in turn, will bring people to VW
dealerships in droves, and a few of those folks who can't get their hands on a Beetle may be steered to a Golf or a Jetta, and customers will get better deals on those cars than on a Beetle, for which there will likely be 2-4 month waiting list in some areas.
Yes, the New Beetle may not be more than a Golf with a new body, but this baby will find its market, without question. I expect to see 'em everywhere down here come April. -
mjb56 Posts: 170I've followed the development of this car quite closely since the Concept 1 intro. In fact I've been able to get more info of the net than our dealer has access to. While I'm on the list to get one of the first 3 delivered he tells me it will be March 1. First run will be all 2.0 gas engines. Diesels will come later. No sunroofs in the first batch either but all will come with sport wheels and convenience package. He also tells me that his VW rep has driven the car in Germany and that it is just "Magic". Drives and handles like no other VW.
Let the fun begin! Anybody else out there on the delivery list yet?? -
mjb56 Posts: 170To Carlady: Sorry, but I pretty much have to agree with the "Controversy" article. A car like this doesn't belong with an automatic. To really drive the vehicle it needs to have the stick. Before you judge too harshly, give them both a try. I think you'll agree.
By the way, ordered mine today. Diesel with a stick. I can see the gas version with the automatic, but the Diesel absolutely "has" to have the stick. They shouldn't sell it any other way. -
mjb56 Posts: 170Carlady: It appears that dealers will be asking and getting full retail. Most will probably adding a bunch of packs to boot. My local dealer is not talking about much margin to negotiate either. Claims dealers are only getting 8%. At this rate it should ,at least, have a bouquet of flowers. Maybe a box of candy too! Plan on seeing a lot of ADM's on window stickers for a while. Too much demand!
mckee4 Posts: 47I read in the Houston Chronicle car section
yesterday that, there will only be 50,000
new 'Bugs' available the first production year.
That equals, to me, more demand than supply.
Kind'uv like the Mazda Miata when it first came
out. As excited as everybody seems to be, I
personally will not subject myself to 'additional
dealer mark-ups'. Let it get introduced and
produced for a couple of years. Then prices may
be more reasonable. Crud, if VW follows their
own pattern, they'll be producing the 'beetles'
in Mexico before too long. How'd you like to
pay $ 16,000 U.S. for a car it only costs
$ 7000.00 to produce south of the border. The other manufacturers do it too. On the bright side
might be able to pick up a Golf or Jetta for more reasonable prices.
prices too. -
drifter Posts: 4What don't I get in the New Beetle that I don't get in the Golf? Okay, the Golf doesn't have a flower vase, but they have same chassis/platform and same 2-liter engine. They have similar interior space (but you can have the Golf as a 4-door). And the Golf starts thousands less than the New Beetle! Okay, the Beetle is cuter, but I, for one, won't pay thousands more just for styling.
I have a friend who still owns a '74 Beetle (4-speed manual). It's still very reliable (but really slow), but I'm skeptical that VW can recreate the cult of the original Beetle with the "new" Beetle.
In my opinion, VW is producing the New Beetle for one reason only: pride. Currently, Beetle is THE MOST PRODUCED vehicle of all time, having produced over 22 million. Toyota Corolla is 2nd, with over 21 million copies, and since Corolla is still in production, it will overtake the Beetle as the most produced car in a few years. I guess VW has too much pride to let that happen. But I think VW is making a fatal mistake. Remember the Cadillac Cimarron (cira 1980)? It was a Chevy Cavalier with Cadillac badge and $4,000 higher sticker price.
Golf and the Beetle are essentially the same vehicle and probabaly will end up destroying each other's sales on the market.
For VW's defense, Golf GTI has Jetta's VR6 engine, while the Beetle will eventually get Audi/Passat's Turbo-4. -
mjb56 Posts: 170Hey Drifter, Style is 90% of the reason that people by a particular type of car, and the last time I looked at a Golf, well, style was not it's long suite. Besides a lot more things are standard in the Beetle than they are in the Golf. Check out the VW Australia website. It's got the best specs and pictures of all the VW sites. Also from what I understand from the VW folks I've talked to, this platform is the next generation of Golf not the one currently being sold in the US. You'd best with hold judgement until you drive one.
drifter Posts: 4Styling is 90% of the reason?!?!?! Reality check: Toyota Camry was the bestselling sedan in the US in '97, and I don't think 90% of its customers decided to buy it because of its styling. Or do you? I do believe that people bought Camrys for its refinement and the long-term reliability. If styling decided 90% of car purchases, the Intrepid or the Intrigue would've been the bestseller. I don't know about you, but I'd rather drive an affordable and reliable homely car rather than an expensive and unreliable car with style. Would you?
Patricia Posts: 1Hey, Drifter!
The reason the Camry was such a hot seller is because the people who bought it really wanted a Lexus and couldn't afford it. Style and one's personal idenity is a definite consideration when buying a car.
I went to the Houston Auto Show last night, saw the beetle and love it! It does rekindle the "magic" of the Bug. You can not see it and not think of Peter Paul and Mary, fun times at the beach and a hope for a better tomorrow.
I have followed the creation of the New Beatle and have to agree with mjb56 - its got style and quality. Just color me happy that this fun car has finally arrived! -
PaRoyboy Posts: 4(McKee4) The new Beetle IS made at VW's Mexico facility. Production of the old Beetle stopped about 1.5-2 years ago to retool the factory for production of the new Beetle. I've followed the Concept 1 from the beginning. I'm very surprised it retained all of the "beetle-esque" as the first show car. For that, I applaud VW. As for the base price....I think it's a little extreme. As someone else said, it's basically a Golf with a new body. Not as expensive to engineer or produce than a car with an entirely new chassis. I was always told never to buy a first or second year model. Let them get the "bugs" out of it and then I'll think about it. It's a great looking car.
mjb56 Posts: 170I saw the Bug at the Milwaukee auto show this past week and was pretty impressed by all the features. It sure seemed to be the hit of the show. It was the only vehicle with a waiting line to get a chance to sit inside. My only problem with the entire vehicle is the small trunk space with the back seat up. It's deep enough but the width won't allow for a set of golf clubs. Otherwise it looks and feels great. Excellent front seats. Most comfortable I think I've ever sat in. Anybody else had the chance to get a hands on experience yet?
mzn Posts: 727I had my VW Golf in for service the other day and I asked my mechanic team leader what he thought about the new Bug. He was just back from a four day course on the Beetle and he said he loves it. He's never bought a new car before, but the Beetle might be the one. I told him that he just wanted the bud vase and please can they make them as aftermarket accessories for my Golf. ;-)
Our local VW dealer is supposed to get one in this weekend and I for one will be looking for a test drive! -
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Peterun Posts: 83Hi - I saw the New Beetle at the LA autoshow during the first week of January. I was so smitten with it at first sight that I rushed over to my local dealership and plunked down $500 as a deposit. I ordered Silver with gray cloth. Arriving momentarily. I am paying MSRP, not a cent above. Dealer will install the CD player at his cost. This is pure whim, pure nostalgia for me. Takes me back to my 1970 bug. Pete in 90210
mjb56 Posts: 170MSRP seems to be a common theme among dealers I talked to. A Madison, WI dealer is having an introduction party on March 25. Zimbrick VW. My local dealer is also sticking to MSRP and I too have ordered a silver model, Diesel with black interior. As a fallback position I said I'd take a black/cream interior if it was easier to get. Looking for 1st week of April delivery. Yes, they are too cool!
Mo_atl Posts: 2I'm most interested in hearing from anyone who has
test driven the new VW Beetle. I don't know when
Atlanta will get any for test driving. I'm most
interested in knowing about head room/ leg room
for a 6 footer. Please give me your impressions on
driveability, cabin space, trunk space, over all
fit and finish. Thanks! -
mjb56 Posts: 170To: Mo_Atl
At the last auto show in Milwaukee I had the opportunity to sit in the vehicle. I'm 6'2" and with the seat adjusted to maximum height I still had at least 4-5 inches of head room. Leg room was great. With the seat all the way back I could hardly get the clutch to the floor. Back seat leg space is fine, head room is for shorter adults or kids. The only concern I had was with trunk room with the back seat up. Depth is fine but I doubt if a set of golf clubs could fit due to limited width. Groceries could fit, no problem. Fit and finish were excellent. I now can't wait to drive it. I've ordered a diesel and just got a delivery date of the 3rd week in April. Seems like they're releasing them with an eye dropper. All the driving reviews I've read have been excellent. Good luck. -
Mo_atl Posts: 2mjb56
Thanks for the info. There was a great newspaper artical in the local paper about the New Beetle. Go to Auto Reviews -
mzn Posts: 727Right, drum roll please, if I'm reading my email correctly, this is the moment we've all been waiting for:
Carlady & bnormann meet the New Beetle!
I'll start by saying that our dealer only got one model and it is on the floor so we're not giving you the driving review yet. Bnormann will have that for you next week. In the meantime, here's what the carlady has to say:
Good Points:
The new Beetle MAXES OUT on the cool scale! They've done a lot to make you think you're in the old beetle. The front grill (especially if you get the fog lights - they come in the sports package with alloy wheels) brings out the nostalgia in all of us. The "strappies" are still there to help you get in and out of the back seat. The bud vase is charming!
From VW's perspective, this baby is a people magnet. In the 45 minutes we spent at the dealers, about 2 dozen people came to view! Several, like ourselves, showed up in other VWs. We saw a very nice yellow Rabbit that looked like it was still going strong!
Bearing in mind this is the carlady's review, I loved the under-the-hood simplicity. Everything is well marked, well organized, and looks trim. I knew just where to add more wiper fluid! Even the hood access is easier than in other VWs, a concession to the weakling market? ;-)
It manages to have a working glove compartment & airbags (front & side) which is a feat VW couldn't manage on my '96 Golf. There are also 2 "power outlets." I imagine this is the new politically correct term for lighters. To help you with the vocabulary transition, the words are printed right on the plugs. I'm not sure why they provide two but I suppose if you are faxing and talking on the cell phone at the same time it could be very handy....
So, what's the hatch like? Great! As a trunk alone, it's a bit tight. The upside to that is that you can pack it with groceries or suitcases and they probably won't fall over. Putting the seats down is easy. The trick is manuvering around the back seat headrests.
Now the bad points, and folks, I surprised myself by finding so many! :-(
In the new beetle, the driver & crew are seated more or less in the center of the vehicle. The plus on this is safety. The minus is that there is a huge dashboard looming in front of one that manages to be distracting and disorienting at the same time. It could be that because of my low vantage point :-) it is a challenge only for the stature-impaired like myself, however bnormann voiced his concerns as well.
The fabric looks & feels like it won't hold up. It was already a bit frayed on this floor model. There is a good deal of plastic on this car which makes it light and recalls the metal interior of the original. However, this plastic scratches easily. Even this floor model, with only 25 miles of what must have been very careful driving, had a visible bumper scratch.
The cupholders in the front are many (3) but awkwardly placed so that they can be used for a can of pop only, no room for sports cups or tall coffee mugs here. One larger cupholder is in the back but would be very difficult for the driver to use it.
The driver's seat height is adjustable which is good. It uses a crank mechanism (like a socket wrench) though and carlady found that a bit much. It's retro but maybe a little too..??
Now, here's a question about the car alarm (which is standard) that initially stumped the dealer. In the end, we had to organize a demo. If there are passengers remaining in the car and the driver uses his key to set the alarm while he runs a quick errand, the passengers are unable to exit the vehicle until he returns or they roll down the windows and climb out. Why is this? Setting the car alarm disables the electrical "open doors" button. In other VWs, the door locks are not flush in the locked position. In the new Beetle, they are flush. So, no "open doors" button and no way to pull up the locks on each door. Is this a big deal? Maybe not for you. It made the carlady a bit nervous...
The good & bad news: the current shipment of Beetles have a standard transmission; the next shipment of Beetles will have an automatic transmission as an option. Nope, I'm not commenting on this one, guys! ;-)
So, what's the bottom line?
The bottom line is that the Beetle is one coooool car and the carlady is just not cool enough to go for it. The dealer and bnormann pronounced her a young fogie and suggested she stick with her Golf!!
However, bnormann is a very cool guy and I don't doubt that when he drives it this week, there is a chance (slight) that he'll come home with a new car! -
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Milwaukee-based Alterra Opening Madison Café
Editor's note: Alterra has changed its name to Colectivo.
Coffee enthusiasts, rejoice!
The long-anticipated opening of the Alterra on the Square (25 S. Pinckney St., in Tenney Plaza) is but a week away. Next Friday, April 5, at 6 a.m., the company will open the doors to its first café outside of Milwaukee.
Since opening its first location in 1994, Alterra Coffee Roasters has launched more than ten locations in and near Wisconsin's largest city.
And locavores can get in on the excitement, too: this Alterra Café will feature craft beer from the east side's One Barrel Brewing Company.
We got Alterra's marketing director Scott Schwebel to answer some questions about what this new coffeehouse will bring to Madison and how it's different from its MKE counterparts.
What most excites you about opening an Alterra in Madison?
This is our first café outside of Milwaukee, so that in its self is a big deal for us. We think Madison is an amazing community and we very excited to become part of the Square neighborhood and the city overall.
How long has there been a desire to open an Alterra in Madison?
We have been looking for the right spot in Madison for a while. Looking, waiting, looking…finally the Tenney Plaza location felt right.
What was the catalyst for opening a café here?
Madison is such a great city. Great food, culture, people, neighborhoods, and of course a fun college town. What more do you need!
For those unfamiliar with an Alterra café, how would you describe it?
Our café's are places to enjoy your self. Great coffee, foodstuff, scratch bakery & artisan bread—now even a craft beer. We take pride in making our spaces enjoyable with a little bit of funkiness and creativity.
What kind of food can people expect?
Everything is made by us. Sandwiches, wraps, burritos, seasonal soups quiches, and specialties items. A full bakery case of scratch-baked goodies—sweet and savory.
Will you use any local Madison products?
We have always used locally sourced ingredients since we began making bakery and food products years ago. Every day, all year round. You'll have to come to the café to see what's being offered each day and from where within Wisconsin, including Madison area partners.
Will Alterra bring something to Madison that it's been missing?
Yes, an Alterra Café.
Can you explain the connection with One Barrel Brewing?
Madison is going to debut our new craft beer offering. One Barrel was an obvious choice for the type of beer we wanted to brew and how we wanted to brew it.
Are there any specialty Alterra drinks that people won't find at other cafés?
Our beer is only available at this café, not even in Milwaukee at the moment. We also will offer specials across coffee & tea, smoothies and other drink categories that will be prepared by our specially trained baristas.
Will there be anything that distinguishes this Alterra café from the ones in the Milwaukee area?
We spend time with every café we build to make sure it has a unique personality and identity. One cool feature is the indoor/outdoor room on the corner of the café. A large glass wall slides open in good weather to expose the corner of the café to the street.
Is there a typical Alterra customer that you anticipate?
Our cafes have always been a collection of people—the more the merrier.
Alterra on the Square will be open to the public on Friday, April 5.
Photo of an Alterra café in Milwaukee by Saturn Photography.


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She was a native of Indiana and lived in Tennessee for the past 17 years.
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She enjoyed watching NASCAR and was an avid Jeff Gordan fan. Her passions included her family, her furry friends and being her husband, Brian's, better half. She was of the Baptist faith.
She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Brian Wisner of Cleveland; parents, Doug Bishop of Kentucky and Bonnie Bishop of Delphi, Ind.; siblings: Mark Bishop, Kathleen Bishop, Robert Bishop, John Bishop and Mitasha Owen; uncle Eddie and aunt Lucy Bishop; and her furry family, Tigger, Peanut and Tom; and special friends, Dan and Gena Benton, of Cleveland.
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SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Preliminary investigations show more than 40 buildings were damaged in the natural-gas explosion in Massachusetts that injured 18 people, building inspectors said Saturday.
A strip club was flattened and a day-care center was heavily damaged in the explosion Friday night in Springfield, one of New England's biggest cities.
No one was killed.
Investigators were trying Saturday to figure out what caused the blast that left a large crater where the multistory brick building housing Scores Gentleman's Club once stood and scattered debris over several blocks.
Officials had evacuated part of the neighborhood after responding to a gas leak and odor reported about an hour before the explosion.
Gas workers venting a gas leak got indications that the building was about to explode and they ducked for cover behind a utility truck — along with firefighters and police officers — just before the blast, said Mark McDonald, president of the New England Gas Workers Association.
Most of the injured were in that group, and the truck that saved their lives was essentially demolished, he said.
"It really is a miracle," State Fire Marshal Stephen Coan said.
Officials also marveled how the 5:30 p.m. blast occurred when a day-care center next door was closed. The center's building was heavily damaged.
Lt. Gov. Tim Murray and Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno were attending a tree-lighting ceremony when the explosion occurred. Sarno said some people mistakenly thought the boom was part of the holiday event.
The explosion blew out windows in a three-block radius, leaving at least three buildings irreparably damaged and causing emergency workers to evacuate a six-story apartment building that was buckling, police said.
Pieces of broken glass littered streets and sidewalks. It was unclear how many residents had been evacuated. A shelter was set up at a school, but city officials said no one stayed there overnight.
Authorities cordoned off the center of the explosion Saturday as building inspectors worked to identify unsafe structures.
Preliminary reports show the blast damaged 42 buildings housing 115 residential units, said Thomas Walsh, the mayor's spokesman.
Coan, the fire marshal, said his office is investigating the cause of the blast and its possible origin. The state's Department of Public Utilities was also investigating.
Springfield, 90 miles west of Boston, has about 150,000 residents. It's known as the home of the Basketball Hall of Fame, which is not near the blast site.


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Since hemp protein has entered the arena of dietary supplements it has been argued that it is superior to some other forms of natural protein. Compared to soy and whey protein the hemp protein appears to be a better choice all around, for nutrition and for lack of side effects. Health enthusiasts and body builders claim that hemp protein in any form is a good choice. It should be noted here that industrial hemp and hemp for consumption as a dietary supplement is not the same strain of hemp (cannabis) that produces a psychoactive effect. That hemp is from the female plant while this is from the male plant. This type of hemp has a tiny amount of THC compared to marijuana.
Hemp is a nutritionally full food choice. It contains protein and is loaded with fiber. It has vitamin E, phytosterols, carbohydrates and some trace minerals. Edistine is known to boost the immune system and help with digestion. Hemp protein is considered to be a "complete protein" and contains all 8 essential amino acids. (the ones that the human body does not produce) Another area of interest for hemp enthusiasts is its high concentration of EFAs, or essential fatty acids. This includes important omega-3 and -6 in a recommended ratio of 1:3, plus gamma-linolenic and stearidonic polyunsaturated acids.
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Hemp protein powder is sometimes preferred over whey protein. Body builders use whey protein to bulk up but the product can bulk up inside the digestive track which is not what is wanted. Soy protein can cause some allergies and contains inhibitors that block absorption of protein. Other problems with consuming soy protein include stomach upset and gas. It should be noted, that if you are into body building, then it can become expensive, to get the same amount of protein with hemp protein supplements, than with whey products. Whey supplements often comes extremely cheap, but the quality is often very low.
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Norwood, MA (10/20/2009) - Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), a global leader in high-performance semiconductors for signal-processing applications, today introduced a high-performance 6-channel video reconstruction filter that allows designers of consumer media players and professional video systems to easily filter and drive video signals ranging from standard to high definition. The ADA4424-6 features three SD (standard definition) and three ED/HD (enhanced/high definition) channels and an exceptionally flat frequency response, providing 0.1-dB passband flatness with no peaking, which is required by 1080p high-definition-compliant media players and recorders.
The luma channels of the ADA4424-6 feature four distinct modes for detecting and cancelling dc-input offset voltages up to 1.1 V, and there is no dc offset at the output pins. The ADA4424-6 fully supports S1/S2 signaling defined by the EIA CPR-1202 specification and the D-connector interface defined in EIAJ CP-4120 standard.
The new filter's SD channels operate flat to 6.75 MHz and include two fifth-order Butterworth filters for SD filtering. The SD section also includes internal summation of Y/C channels for composite-video baseband signal output. The ED/HD channels are composed of three fifth-order Butterworth filters and operate within +0.1 dB peaking typically, out to 13.5 MHz and 30 MHz.
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Destrade, a Miami native, managed the Fulton Railroaders, defending champions of the Ohio Valley League, during the summer of 2012.
After serving one season as an assistant in 2009, Destrade served as Head Varsity Baseball Coach for Plantation Senior High School from 2010-12. For the first time in 20 years, Destrade led the Colonels to post season District 16-7A semifinal in back-to-back seasons.
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History of East Gardendale Baptist Church
June 10, 2012
In June 1998, a small group of Christians, led by Brother Ray Moore, ventured out on a journey of faith with a dream to build a new church in Gardendale. Under his leadership, East Gardendale Baptist Church was organized on June 21, 1998 and became a chartered church on November 16, 1998. The first services were held in the Moore's old family home on Tarrant Road. As our church grew, more space was needed. In November 1998, we purchased the property at 805 Main Street in Gardendale. Faithful members spent many hours working to transform the former KinderCare facility into a church building including a sanctuary with a sitting capacity of 144. The first service was held on January 3, 1999. On June 9, 1999, a dedication ceremony was held.
The Founding Pastor retired in December 2000. Brother Allen Davis began serving as Interim Pastor in September 1999 and was called as Pastor in January 2001. In 2002, we voted to join the Birmingham Baptist Association. We have been privileged to send members on six foreign mission trips, contributed to the Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund, we participate in Operation Christmas Child, Food for Friends and support Lottie Moon, Annie Armstrong, and World Changers along with numerous local mission efforts. Our first VBS was held in June 2004, 37 children attended and 13 accepted Christ. In April 2005, we implemented a Children's Program including Children's Church. We have an active Adult Choir that rehearses on Wednesday night after Bible Study.
From the beginning, we knew that someday we would build a new Church building. Pastor Allen Davis had a vision that we would build our new Church in the East Gardendale area and in June 2002, we purchased six acres on Tarrant Road in the same area where the journey began in 1998. The property was prepared for construction, a building committee was formed and on Saturday, May 5, 2007, we held our groundbreaking ceremony for a new one-story brick building with 14,000 square feet. We selected Southwood Construction to design and build and Superior Bank to finance our new facility. On Sunday, March 30, 2008, we held a Special Last Service at 805 Main Street. During this service, members participated by placing memory cards in the little replica church as Brother Allen read aloud the names of those members who had gone to be with the Lord. We also placed attribute cards in the replica church reflecting those traits that we wanted to carry with us as we prepared to cross over to 360 Tarrant Road.
On Wednesday night, April 2, 2008, we held our first service at our new location and received four new members. Our Dedication Ceremony was held on Saturday, April 5, 2008, and while Kerry Sparks blew the Shofar, we marched around the sanctuary seven times carrying the replica church building on supports with our desired attribute cards inside. Our first Sunday Worship Service was held April 6, 2008 and five new members were received into our fellowship. On Sunday, April 20, 2008, we held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House. On Sunday, May 4, 2008, eleven believers were baptized at the first Baptismal Service at East Gardendale Baptist Church.
We currently have ten Sunday School classes meeting before Sunday morning Worship Service. Our Tuesday Women's Bible Study, Wednesday morning Men's Prayer Group and our Wednesday night Bible Study provides additional fellowship and growth for adults, youth and children.
In the Spring, we host an Egg Hunt for the children in the community. On May 19, 2012 we held our fourth annual Fisher of Souls Fish Fry attendance exceeded 400. In August, we have one night per week revival meetings where we invite special speakers and musical guests for August Alive. In the fall, we host Trunk 'r Treat, another free event for the children in the community. These rewarding outreach events are free to the community.
God has richly blessed our Church and since moving to our present location; we have added many to our church family, we have a current membership of 333.
When we look back over the past fourteen years, we praise God for His blessings and pause to reflect on our vision.
"To provide a haven of rest, fellowship and love for the believer and a place of hope for the lost."
As we continue to move forward, let us always be true to both our vision and mission statements, opening our doors to a lost and hurting world.
East Gardendale Baptist Church 360 Tarrant Road Gardendale, AL 35071 205 608-0889
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TROY -- A man is in serious condition on Saturday after being stabbed at a party in Troy.
Around 12:15 am on Saturday, Troy Police responded to 81 Jay St. for a reported disturbance. Officers discovered 45 year-old Jerome Rakestraw, of in Albany, with a visible stab wound to the upper torso. He was transported to Albany in serious condition.
With the help of Witnesses at the scene Police identified a man who was still there as the person who inflicted the stab wound to Rakestraw as well as a knife.
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Bible Verses About Diligence
Bible verses related to Diligence from the King James Version (KJV) by Relevance
Proverbs 13:4 - The soul of the sluggard desireth, and [hath] nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
Proverbs 10:4 - He becometh poor that dealeth [with] a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich.
2 Peter 3:14 - Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless.
2 Timothy 2:15 - Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
Galatians 6:9 - And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
1 Corinthians 15:58 - Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.
Proverbs 22:29 - Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean [men].
2 Peter 1:10 - Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall:
Proverbs 12:24 - The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.
Proverbs 11:27 - He that diligently seeketh good procureth favour: but he that seeketh mischief, it shall come unto him.
Exodus 15:26 - And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the LORD thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I [am] the LORD that healeth thee.
James 1:12 - Blessed [is] the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
Ecclesiastes 9:10 - Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do [it] with thy might; for [there is] no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goest.
Psalms 77:6 - I call to remembrance my song in the night: I commune with mine own heart: and my spirit made diligent search.
Philippians 3:14 - I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
Proverbs 10:22 - The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
Proverbs 6:6-8 - Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise: (Read More...)
2 Chronicles 31:21 - And in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and in the law, and in the commandments, to seek his God, he did [it] with all his heart, and prospered.
2 Peter 1:5 - And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge;
2 Corinthians 8:7 - Therefore, as ye abound in every [thing, in] faith, and utterance, and knowledge, and [in] all diligence, and [in] your love to us, [see] that ye abound in this grace also.
Romans 12:2 - And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what [is] that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
Jeremiah 15:16 - Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart: for I am called by thy name, O LORD God of hosts.
Psalms 119:60 - I made haste, and delayed not to keep thy commandments.
Hebrews 6:10-12 - For God [is] not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister. (Read More...)
Philippians 3:13 - Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but [this] one thing [I do], forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before,
John 9:4 - I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work.
Proverbs 4:23 - Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it [are] the issues of life.
2 Peter 1:5-7 - And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge; (Read More...)
1 Corinthians 2:14 - But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know [them], because they are spiritually discerned.
1 Chronicles 22:19 - Now set your heart and your soul to seek the LORD your God; arise therefore, and build ye the sanctuary of the LORD God, to bring the ark of the covenant of the LORD, and the holy vessels of God, into the house that is to be built to the name of the LORD.
Hebrews 6:11 - And we desire that every one of you do shew the same diligence to the full assurance of hope unto the end:
2 Timothy 4:2 - Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.
John 14:1-31 - Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. (Read More...)
Isaiah 55:11 - So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper [in the thing] whereto I sent it.
Nehemiah 4:6 - So built we the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto the half thereof: for the people had a mind to work.
2 Corinthians 8:22 - And we have sent with them our brother, whom we have oftentimes proved diligent in many things, but now much more diligent, upon the great confidence which [I have] in you.
Acts 18:25 - This man was instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in the spirit, he spake and taught diligently the things of the Lord, knowing only the baptism of John.
Isaiah 55:2 - Wherefore do ye spend money for [that which is] not bread? and your labour for [that which] satisfieth not? hearken diligently unto me, and eat ye [that which is] good, and let your soul delight itself in fatness.
Proverbs 12:11 - He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that followeth vain [persons is] void of understanding.
Proverbs 4:13 - Take fast hold of instruction; let [her] not go: keep her; for she [is] thy life.
2 Peter 1:3 - According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that [pertain] unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue:
Mark 1:35 - And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed.
Revelation 22:17 - And the Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is athirst come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.
Hebrews 11:6 - But without faith [it is] impossible to please [him]: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and [that] he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Hebrews 4:12 - For the word of God [is] quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and [is] a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
1 Timothy 3:10 - And let these also first be proved; then let them use the office of a deacon, being [found] blameless.
Romans 6:13 - Neither yield ye your members [as] instruments of unrighteousness unto sin: but yield yourselves unto God, as those that are alive from the dead, and your members [as] instruments of righteousness unto God.
Acts 5:42 - And daily in the temple, and in every house, they ceased not to teach and preach Jesus Christ.
Ruth 2:17 - So she gleaned in the field until even, and beat out that she had gleaned: and it was about an ephah of barley.
1 Peter 2:1 - Wherefore laying aside all malice, and all guile, and hypocrisies, and envies, and all evil speakings,
Colossians 3:2 - Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.
Proverbs 27:23 - Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, [and] look well to thy herds.
Jude 1:3 - Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort [you] that ye should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints.
Hebrews 12:15 - Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble [you], and thereby many be defiled;
2 Timothy 3:16 - All scripture [is] given by inspiration of God, and [is] profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
2 Timothy 1:17 - But, when he was in Rome, he sought me out very diligently, and found [me].
Romans 10:17 - So then faith [cometh] by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
John 3:16-17 - For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (Read More...)
1 Thessalonians 2:9 - For ye remember, brethren, our labour and travail: for labouring night and day, because we would not be chargeable unto any of you, we preached unto you the gospel of God.
1 Peter 2:2 - As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby:
1 Peter 2:1-3 - Wherefore laying aside all malice, and all guile, and hypocrisies, and envies, and all evil speakings, (Read More...)
Jeremiah 33:3 - Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not.
Ephesians 1:13 - In whom ye also [trusted], after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,
Galatians 2:16 - Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
John 10:10 - The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have [it] more abundantly.
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I don't think anyone did, since the OP was asking about Princess. Here's your laugh for the day, though. I thought the Carnival Magic was FAR above and beyond DCL in every area. The only thing it didn't have were characters in costumes. |
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wdrl, is my DH as he said in his post above, our cruise on the DCL Magic was our 26th cruise, and 20 of the cruises have been on Princess.
Disney is about families and doing activities on board on on Disney's private island, Castaway Cay (or with Galveston cruises going to Port Canaveral). The whole idea is to immerse yourself into Disney. Princess is able to handle families with children ages 3 and up in their children's centers if there are 20 or more children(ages 3 to 17) traveling on the larger Princess ships. Princess has two very small ships that do not have kid programs, these ships do world cruises. Other that the kids clubs, the only other entertainment for the kids is dance parties for the older children 8 and up and karaoke parties, but they are limited to certain hours and locations. The dance parties are really dancing. Not the aerobic instructor dance moves taught during a Disney dance party. There are some family entertainers but it's more like a regular entertainer dumbing down the early show for the children dining in first sitting. Late show is for adults. Unlike Disney there no 6:30 early show but shows 45 minutes after each traditional dinner time. I have never heard any adult nor a child complain about the children's programs on Princess. They always cheer them during the closing show. It's quite possible that a Disney parent would prefer DCL over Princess, but I don't know. I really doubt kids would hate a Princess cruise. Some might want to know where the Princesses are, but that's easily explainable, with "you're the princess on this ship". Just let the children know up front it's not a Disney vacation. However, I too, as my DH said in his post, would take my nieces and nephews and their families (all 24 of them) on a Disney cruise, not a Princess cruise, because the children, infants to age 10, are the perfect ages for a Disney cruise. But at some point they will mature and be ready for more adventures beyond Disney.
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We have make great memories on all the cruise lines we have been on.
The trick is to not compare them. Just enjoy the moments We have found things that other lines have done better than DCL. We have sailed DCl, NCL, RCI, HAL, Carnival and Princess. The only line we won't sail again is Carnival. We tried them twice and we don't like it. We look at prices and ports. Although, we enjoy DCL. We get bored with their ports. There are only so many Eastern and Western cruises we can take. We have sailed on DCL Transatlantic, Alaska, Eastern Carr., Western Carr., Bahamas and California Coast. We are sailing on an 8 night Galveston in a few weeks. We sail other lines for different ports. Plus, we get bored of DCL shows and like the change. Any day on a cruise ship is better than being at home. ETA: FOr $2000 savings, I would go with Princess. Last edited by stsomewhere; 03-06-2013 at 06:46 PM. |
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I am sure you will find that almost everyone on the Dis and other line sites will give you the most honest answers, discriptions of thier expriences and opinions. Yes they are all fans of their line, but they are more interested in helping another cruise people or famiies find the best line for their needs and interests. The ones to ignore are the few that think there is no other line worth a dam except their favorite line and the people that hang around, putting down other person opinions and/or mocking other poeples ability to offer honest opinions. In agree with the past poster who suggesting trying sites with other line themes........Its the best way to explore all the lines your interested in. AKK |
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I'm new to this website, but eager to learn. Here goes nothing.
My question is on the topic of dwarf citrus trees. I have recently become interested in acquiring several (maybe one to begin with) dwarf citrus trees. These I would grow in pots and bring indoors for the winter. For my first I was thinking along the lines of a Moro blood orange, or a Meyer lemon. These are two of my favorite citruses. Through this website, and other sources, I have been informed, generally, that the highest quality citrus trees can be found at Four Winds Growers. (As I live in zone 5b, in Northeast Ohio, a local purchase is out of the question.) Please correct me if there is a higher quality, more diverse source. My question is: does size matter in this case? They offer 1- and 2-year-old specimens. Both are ridiculously expensive, but I believe the 1-year-old trees are closer to my price point. Again- my question: Is it really worth it to purchase the larger, bareroot trees?
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Hey Leo welcome to the site. Have you tried any local nurseries or even the big box stores. You might be surprised. Im on the line of 6b and 7a and some of ours here carry 9 and 10 stuff. anyways many members here have purchased from Four Winds and have been very pleased. Their trees are great specimens. Yes they are high priced but I think the quality is worth the money. On size I would get the oldest tree you can afford. The larger the tree is the more fruit it can support if that is your goal. When well taken care of they will grow pretty quick. be careful though, you wont be able to stop at one. Eventually youll have a dozen. Mike |
- Posted by bgtimber75 (My Page) on Thu, Jun 16, 11 at 17:20
I was in the same situation as you, a novice so I wasn't sure if it was worth the investment. I picked up a Key Lime when I was on vacation in Florida and since I was able to keep that through the winter (a first for me) I decided to give Four Winds a try. I wouldn't say they're expensive but their shipping certainly is. If I were you I'd probably go with the 1 year if they have it in the variety you want. You'll still get a great looking tree, not as big obviously, but it'll be a smaller investment and will get you comfortable with them. BTW you might want to try Lowes or HD. I'm in zone 7 and to my surprise they did get a selection of citrus trees in. They are beautiful but are $25 per which minus shipping is the same you'll be paying at Four Winds and the same size. |
- Posted by lsepoinos 5b (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Thu, Jun 16, 11 at 17:35
Thank you both so much for your insight! You have confirmed all of my assumptions. All is still a conundrum thoughďż˝ What I think I will do is just buy one of the 2-year specimens, as a fail-safe. Perhaps as I get better acclimated to citrus-growing, and two Four Winds, I will branch out and buy several more of the smaller (1-year) plants. Who knows. My next, related, question is to the type of citrus to choose. Really, I am deciding between the Moro and the Meyer. At the moment I am leaning towards the Moro. Does anyone have any advice on a "starter tree"? Both of these are listed on their website to grow well in containers. Finally, does anyone have a favorite citrus, one that could grow well in a container? Cheers -Leo |
Here is a link that might be useful: Blood Oranges @ Four Winds
- Posted by redshirtcat 6a MO StL (My Page) on Thu, Jun 16, 11 at 18:17
4winds is worth it. The plants come healthy and bare-root which makes it much easier to put them into a quality potting medium. Were I you I would spend the extra few dollars for the 2 year old trees. You are more likely to have a good fruit set. Even some of the 2 year old trees are on the small side but I've been very pleased with 4winds (and I've ordered from a few other places in the past). Personally I would go with the Meyer. They can fruit basically year round and are, in my opinion, much easier to care for than the average orange tree. I also find that I use lemons far more than I use blood oranges... |
Meyer lemon blossoms smell great. I can smell mine from across my backyard. This year it flowered from February to May and should again this fall. When the fruit is ripe its not real tart like a store bought lemon, which someone correct me if Im wrong, are typically eureka lemons. That would be my pick if I had to choose. mike |
- Posted by meyermike_1micha 5 (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Fri, Jun 17, 11 at 9:32
I am TOTALLY in agreement with Redshirt! Meyer is a very reliable bloomer! I know some that have gone with Moro along with knowing many that have them in perfect coniditions in-ground, and they all complain it takes forever for them to bloom. Cheers Mike |
- Posted by greenman28 NorCal 7b/8a (My Page) on Fri, Jun 17, 11 at 12:01
For a first tree, you might be more satisfied with the Meyer. I started with a Moro, which has done well....but it still hasn't bloomed.
Josh |
- Posted by lsepoinos 5b (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Fri, Jun 17, 11 at 13:35
Mike (both!) and Josh- Thank you for your knowledgeable insight. I have read through Josh's Moro thread, and so this just confirms what I had thought. Josh- how old was your Moro when purchased? Your pictures look lovely. Mike- I have noticed that you are sort of an "expert" in this forum. I will definitely take your adviceďż˝ I will be sure to keep a log of my tree when I finally get around to purchasing it, as Josh did hereďż˝ -Leo |
Here is a link that might be useful: Josh's Moro Thread
Thanks Leo!!!! im far from an "expert" but I really appreciate the.....oh wait you probably meant meyer mike, LOL yes he is very knowledgeable and his trees show it. be sure you show us some pictures when you get a tree. mike |
- Posted by greenman28 NorCal 7b/8a (My Page) on Fri, Jun 17, 11 at 15:18
Hehe...good one, Mike ;-) Hey, guys, Mike and Mike, and Leo.
Josh |
Hi folks! Since you're on the east coast, another vendor that I have used and gotten very respectable trees is McKenzie Farms. This is my second year with citrus and I decided to buy some from here due to positive reviews on the citrus growers f o r u m. Shipping was very reasonable, well packaged and the trees were very nice. I got a 1 Gallon Meyer Lemon, Eureka Lemon, Key Lime, Kaffir Lime and a 3 gallon Moro. The 1G trees were about 12" tall. The 3G Moro was fantastic, about 4-5 feet tall and still had 4 small green oranges on it. The 1G trees were $20 and the 3G was $40. I repotted all into a 511 mix. I had used CHC+Peat last year, but decided that it dried out too fast inside over winter. I'll post a picture when I get home. |
Here is a link that might be useful: McKenzie Farms
The 5-1-1 mix (5 parts bark and 1 part peat plus some perlite if one wishes)) is pretty much the same as the CHC mix (4 parts CHC and 1 part peat. Just replacing bark for Coconut husks. Actually Coconut husks absorb more water than bark. |
Here is the picture I promised of these trees: From left to right: Moro Orange, Meyer Lemon, Eureka Lemon, Kaffir Lime, Key Lime |
- Posted by lsepoinos 5b (email@example.com) on Sun, Jun 26, 11 at 22:19
BUMP Anyone know any citrus tree sources in SE GA? Or any nurseries whatsoever? I will be there on vacation in a week or so. Hope to bring home some goodiesďż˝ for way cheaper than having them shippedďż˝ |
- Posted by redshirtcat 6a MO StL (My Page) on Mon, Jun 27, 11 at 4:30
It is my understanding that the entire state of Georgia is under quarantine. I believe it will be illegal for you to take a citrus plant out of the state and in some cases even moving them around in-state is illegal. You can read more about it here: http://saveourcitrus.org/ I'm not sure but it might be possible to buy and move them if you get a phytosanitary certificate but they usually involve a hefty fee. |
- Posted by AmericanGardner none (My Page) on Sat, Jan 5, 13 at 21:40
Hello, I am looking at the dwarf citrus as well. I'm in zone 6b, so I assume I'll need to keep the plants indoor most of the year (too cold in winter, too hot in summer). My question is how much light do the plants really need? I'm in a sub-division so I keep my mini-blinds basically closed during the day, and even at that, don't have a full wall of south-facing windows. Thanks, |
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B-2 pilots don't drop ordnance with bombsights and trigger pulls, but with buttons and keystrokes. The bomber calculates the time of release at the particular airspeed, and automatically opens the bomb-bay doors to release the weapons from either a rotary launcher or a bomb rack. Published reports say the B-2 can deliver 80 unguided bombs to within 500 feet of their target. The B-2 can also carry up to 16 Joint Direct Attack Munitions, 2000-pound bombs converted into guided weapons by adding strakes and fins that adjust the weapons' course. Explosive bolts detonate during a JDAM release. "You can feel the jet punch them out," Scar says.
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There's a button on the B-2 console, just larger than a laptop key, that says PEN. It stands for Penetration. When a B-2 pilot pushes it, the airplane readies itself to enter defended airspace by retracting protruding antennas, restricting communications emissions, and reducing other telltales of the bomber's presence.
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The lesson is clear: No airplane is truly invisible on a radar screen, so the less time spent in defended airspace, the better. But the B-2 isn't capable of great bursts of speed. The next stealth bombers will have engines that operate in two modes: one for fuel economy and another for high-speed acceleration. (See "Inside the Future Engine," opposite.)
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Less prominent but no less spectacular are the dahlias. On a triangle of land across the road from the house, with the full vista of Mount Monadnock as backdrop, Ted opens up a long row into which he places the tropics-loving tubers (once beloved by the Aztecs) that will later in the summer become a broad stripe of color across the cool New England landscape. They grow tall, their flowers opening in almost any color you can imagine: tangerine, lemon chiffon, Mexican orange, blood red, pure white. Some blooms are as big as dinner plates, some as small as crabapples, but all of them blaze in vivid hues.
Ted's uncle, gone now, gave him some dahlia tubers to get him started long ago, before Ted brought his gardening prowess to this hill. Now Ted grows something like 175 plants in his long, narrow garden–90 or so varieties–
but the ones from his uncle bloom purple. Ted says that when they open, it's like seeing old friends. He believes that
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When I drive by, I see Ted down there in his colorful paradise, communicating with his old friends, human and
floral. He works steadily, long hours, his bare back browning in the sun. A few years ago, Ted added a beehive and painted it a bright, sunny yellow. While he works, the bees buzz from bloom to bloom as he steps carefully from flower to flower, fussing, tending. During the summer, he ties their bobbing heads to tall stakes to keep them from falling over (some of them grow seven feet tall!), and he weeds around their roots, waters them if it's a dry year. His yield is terrific. They're in full flower all summer long.
Most gardeners (including myself) think dahlias are too much work: planting the delicate tubers in the spring, digging them up in the fall, tagging them for variety and color, and storing them in the cellar until spring. It's a notion that Ted scoffs at. He says only, "The earth smiles in flowers." He loves the joy he gets from just watching them grow–and he especially loves sharing his dahlias with others. While he's working, sometimes he's thinking about who in town might enjoy some of this color in a vase on their table. "I like to make people smile," he says.
On Sunday afternoons, before leaving to go back to their other life, Ted and Wendy fill their car with bundles of these dazzling flowers and start out on their route. As if on angel's wings, they make their phantom deliveries. Occasionally during the summer, while I'm working at my desk, I hear someone on the porch, the dogs barking a bit. By the time I get out there, no one's there, but a big, showy bunch of dahlias on the table greets me. Or, if I'm not home, this is what I come home to. Believe me, I smile.
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Notice of Meeting on March 9, 2006, in Linden, Texas Concerning the Cass County Treating Company The purpose of the meeting is to obtain public input and information concerning a proposal of the Cass County Treating Company to the state registry of Superfund sites, the identification of potentially responsible parties, and the proposal of non-residential land use. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ or commission) is required under Texas Solid Waste Disposal Act, Health and Safety Code (the Act), Chapter 361, as amended, to annually publish a state registry that identifies facilities that may constitute an imminent and substantial endangerment to public health and safety or the environment due to a release or threatened release of hazardous substances into the environment. The most recent registry listing of these facilities was published in the March 26, 2004, issue of the Texas Register (29 TexReg 3278). 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