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My husband and I recently purchased a parcel of land that has a large number of Lychee trees on it. One of our Lychee trees is not doing well and we are not sure what has affected it. Any help is appreciated. The leaves have a white substance on them, are seriously eaten, and are turning brown. Please see pictures here, as I'm not sure how to post pictures yet.
Pictures: http://www.flickr.com/photos/21346355@N05/4632393239/ Thanks so much! |
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- Posted by mango_kush 10b Hollywood, FL (My Page) on Sun, May 23, 10 at 16:52
hello, where in Florida are you? looks like you are getting visited by the Sri Lanka grey weevil (Aka Asian Grey Weevil, Myllocerus Weevil). they eat some of my old growth too but they are easier on my lychees then my citrus. i dont worry about them too much, my trees put on enough new growth to where it doesnt really effect the tree. they are impossible to eradicate without using a strong chemical like Sevin or Beyer insecticide that will be systemic in fruit trees for several months. the good news is i have never seen them destroy a lychee tree before, they are only a pest to it. if you could post some more pictures, it would help me assess how bad the overall problem is. lychees are sensitive to chemical burn |
- Posted by organic_monty (My Page) on Mon, Jun 14, 10 at 21:51
Mango_kush......sorry for the late reply, I was never notified of a follow-up post!! :( We are in Palm Beach County. Ugghhh, we had some of Grey weevil damage on a Poinciana tree as well, almost killed the tree. Haven't seen any of these guys on the trees around here, but I'll look again. The entire tree looks like those leaves in the picture....no fruit this year, and totally eaten alive. I'll get some more pictures up, now that I know how to post them. Thanks for the help. Johnna |
- Posted by hmhausman FL 10B (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Mon, Jun 14, 10 at 22:10
Mango Kush's suggested culprit is right on the money. However, in addition, I have also seen this type of damage done by what I call the Cuban May Beetle. For some reason I can't post the picture here, but if you Google Cuban May Beetle you see the little brown critter that mostly attacks Maney and Spanish Lime (momoncillo), but I have seen certain lychees also being eaten. They are voracious and eat throughout the night and disappear with the daylight. For some reason, only certain cultivars are affected. Harry |
My Lychee trees are constantly eaten by the "leaf weevil". They are lime green in color and are hard to spot since they tend to blend in with the leaf color. They not only eat the Lychee leaves but they also consume the leaves on the mango, persimmon, and guava trees. I have had to resort to using Neem oil mixed with some malathion to control these pest. But even that doesn't seem to deter them. |
- Posted by organic_monty (My Page) on Wed, Jun 16, 10 at 21:19
Does this beetle also cause the brown and white powder substance that seems to be on the leave? The entire tree is a strange color of brown. Not sure why this tree is the only affected tree, as I have about 25 trees all in the vicinity. Off to research how to kill this critter! |
- Posted by mango_kush 10b Hollywood, FL (My Page) on Thu, Jun 17, 10 at 14:16
monty, sounds like might be sooty mold because its only effecting one tree. is this tree in a specific location as opposed to the others? some more info in the link below |
Here is a link that might be useful: http://www.na.fs.fed.us/spfo/pubs/howtos/ht_sooty/ht_sooty.htm
- Posted by organic_monty (My Page) on Thu, Jun 17, 10 at 21:32
mango_kush......that's a thought, but it's more of a white/brown mold. I'll have to go out and look at the tree. It's mixed in with the rest of the Lychees, so I don't think it's location is causing the mold. Thanks for the help!! |
- Posted by hmhausman FL 10B (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Thu, Jun 17, 10 at 22:47
I don't think what you have is sooty mold. What you do have is harder to say. I found this in the literature: Diseases I wonder if what you have is a parasitic lichen. It looks like that is the possible diagnosis. If that is it, I have no idea what to do about it. Harry |
- Posted by mango_kush 10b Hollywood, FL (My Page) on Fri, Jun 18, 10 at 13:27
harry, do you know if theres an extension Monty could bring a leaf into to examine? |
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"Google Cuban May Beetle you see the little brown critter that mostly attacks Maney and Spanish Lime " Two years ago they went after my carambola and canistel. I went out there every night with a pair of needle nose pliers and kept squishing them. I must have killed a thousand of them but it seemed to have help put a stopper in their reproduction cycle locally :-) |
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If Alex Poythress, Archie Goodwin, Willie Cauley-Stein, Ryan Harrow and Kyle Wiltjer — the top five non-seniors on UK's roster other than injured Nerlens Noel — all return to UK as they indicated they would Tuesday, they better be prepared for a culture change daily. Kentucky coach John Calipari added Julius Randle to an already impressive recruiting haul Wednesday and will add six of the nation's top 20 players in what is being call the all-time best recruiting class in college basketball.
Kentucky players had no fear of the bench — or practice competition — this year. Next season the five players who could come back may not produce a starter among them. After all, who could argue with a freshman starting lineup of guards Andrew and Aaron Harrison, small forward James Young, power forward Julius Randle and either Dakari Johnson or Marcus Lee at center. Add Andrew Wiggins if he was to pick UK and the returning Cats will have to battle harder daily than they did at any time this year just to play.
Calipari was beating that drum not long after Tuesday's loss.
"The best thing that's going to happen to us next year is we're going to have unbelievable competition at every spot. So there's no one here that's promised, 'OK, I played 30 minutes a game.' You may play five, but you will change," Calipari said. "The stuff I had to accept this year, the program almost got hijacked. Never in my career have I surrendered in any way to any team, and I did at times this year – to try to save guys, to try to help guys – and it never works.
"So what we're going to have is unbelievable competition. We may have three teams, so 15 guys that can play. Let's go. It's what we need, kind of like my first year when we had all those players. We're going to be a little young, but with guys coming back we'll still have some veteran guys."
Some critics are wondering if the one-and-done philosophy Calipari has embraced finally has caught up with UK even though the Cats won the national title in 2012 and could have won it the previous two years as well.
"Who's down on this program? The only good news is, because we have this group coming in, they're not going to be No. 1 in the country, because they'll say, 'Well, maybe you can't do it with young guys.' And I come back to, we did it last year, won a national title with young players. But that'll be out there," Calipari said.
"So we have something to prove: You can do it with young players if you have some veterans sprinkled in who come with a great attitude and understand what they have to do. If there's any doubters, have at it. You can doubt all you want. This program's in great shape. Kids across the country still want to come here. It's all good."
Randle's decision to pick UK over Kansas, Florida and Texas certainly seemed to validate what Calipari said after the NIT loss.
Remember back in November when Morehead coach Sean Woods, a former Wildcat, said he sensed the current Cats felt entitled and drew the wrath of UK fans. Calipari admitted Tuesday "maybe" Woods was right. Then he also explained a lot more about what went wrong this year.
"There was a combination of our skill set wasn't where it needed to be, we weren't real skilled and (we didn't) work as hard and together as we needed to. Was it a combination of all? Was it a lack of leadership or guard play? People have said our guard play stunk. I don't know if it stunk. I'll have to go look back. All I know is, there were things that we did this year we will not do. We will correct, and we'll be fine," Calipari said.
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A sport touring motorcycle is a type of motorcycle that blends the performance of a sport bike with the long-distance capabilities of a touring motorcycle, while providing comfort and relative safety to the rider. For the majority of the sport-tourer models on the market, manufacturers use an existing engine and technology from the current or last generation of their sport bikes. The Triumph Sprint motorcycle, for example, shared its engine with the Daytona, Speed Triple, and Tiger models. Similarly, Ducati sourced its 916 motor for its ST4 model. In some cases, whole sportbikes were re-invented as sport touring bikes. The 2000 Kawasaki ZX-6R sportbike became the 2004 ZZR600 with only a change in the front fairing bracket. This is cost effective because the maker can reuse existing tooling and parts, rather than creating a dedicated engine design from scratch.
The beginning of the sport-touring category has been attributed to the fully faired 1977 BMW R100RS.[1] [2] Journalist Peter Egan defines the sport-tourer as a "café racer that doesn't hurt your wrists and a touring bike that doesn't feel like a tank," and identified the R100RS as the first example he owned.[3]
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- A larger fairing than is implemented on sport-bikes, and an adjustable windscreen for better weather protection.
- A frame that is usually designed from scratch to provide a more upright, less aggressive riding position ("all day comfort").
- A longer wheelbase and more relaxed steering angle are usually also incorporated. These provide more straight-line stability than most sport bikes, but not to the degree that most pure tourers do. The addition of these heavier parts (full fairings, longer frames, heavier engine components) also serve to increase the ratio of sprung to unsprung weight, giving the bikes a smoother ride over poor surfaces.
- ABS is common on sports tourers, and some manufacturers offer linked brakes and traction control.
- A larger fuel tank to extend the range between fueling stops. A special fuel economy mode may exist to increase mileage.
- Ground clearance is usually left fairly high, permitting more sport-like riding on twisting roads than on a pure touring bike.
- Automotive-like shaft final drive is less maintenance intensive than chain drive.
- Locking, detachable waterproof hard luggage, color- and style matched to the bodywork, is typical.
- Luxury and convenience features such as electronically adjustable suspension, heated grips, cruise control, electrically adjustable windscreen, navigation system, electrical sockets, multiple tripmeters and tire pressure sensors.
The sport-tourer class has become important and competitive enough that many manufacturers now offer purpose-built engines for their sport touring models. The Honda ST series engines, for example, were not used in any other models until the ST was discontinued. The Yamaha FJR1300's engine, though closely related to the 1,000 cc R1 sport bike engines in design, is only available in the sport touring FJR models.
See also[edit]
- ^ Gantriis, Peter (2013), The Art of BMW: 90 Years of Motorcycle Excellence, Motorbooks, p. 121, ISBN 0760344124
- ^ https://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/bmw/first-ride-1999-bmw-r1100s-1425.html
- ^ Egan, Peter (January 23, 2014), "Built for comfort. Built for speed. A concise history of rambling around on sport-touring bikes.", Cycle World


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Ok, here's the strange question of the day. I recently got this red mark thing on my cheek. It could be an age spot or maybe rosacea. I just don't know. At first I thought it was just a blemish..about the size of a irregular penny, but it never went away. It seemed to become more pronounced after a bout of vomiting I had (sorry). It's like a blushing spot/red birthmark on my face and is really bothering me ...although I have a feeling others may not really notice it. It seems to have better days and not be as dark.
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- Posted by sylviatexas (My Page) on Mon, Jul 23, 07 at 7:35
I'd get it checked by a doctor pronto. Some skin cancers look like discolorations, & if that's what it is, you need to get that thing off you as soon as possible. If it's just rosacea or some such, there are special cosmetics for people who have marked discolorations like burns, birthmarks, etc. To get rid of it permanently, I seem to remember that laser treatments can be used to zap the blood vessels; (& if he/she doesn't, thank goodness for google!) |
- Posted by jcrowley99 (My Page) on Mon, Jul 23, 07 at 9:27
Rosacea is not generally localised. It usually covers the nose and cheeks in a mask-like effect. All the age spot I and my friends have are brown, and none are that large. I would second going to the doctor right away to get it checked. If it is nothing to worry about, your doctor can probably recommend a cover for it. You may need to go to a dermatologist, they could definitely tell you what would work for you as a cover if this is not something that needs to be removed. |
Thanks guys, coincidently I did recently see my doctor for a different 'thing' on my face that was closer to my ear.(It was nothing to worry about) but the doctor didn't even seem to notice or care about the red mark that was only a couple inches away. The red mark has no substance to it...if that makes sense...there is nothing there to feel or take off. It is more like those birthmarks that are within the skin, not on top of them...more like a blushing thing/popped capillary. Funny, the last couple days it seems almost gone...I've been getting more sleep and that seems to affect it. It also seems a lot redder when I cry, etc. It's just odd that it seems so pronounced a lot of the times. Maybe I'm just flushed or hot a lot of the time? I've never seen a dermatologist. Maybe I'll set up an appointment if it's something that can easily be zapped away; I would just hate to scar or make it worse though. I ordered some of that Mineral makeup stuff so maybe that will help cover it. Thanks again for your ideas and concern. |
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Travel means anything from planting a tent in your local campground to taking the grand European tour. Whatever the journey, capturing it in a photo book helps us relive the experience again and again. If you're planning your travel photo book [1], check out my five favorites from our All New Custom Path photo book Gallery [2], and learn why I love them.
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Last month the actor Forest Whitaker was stopped in a Manhattan delicatessen by an employee. Whitaker is one of the pre-eminent actors of his generation, with a diverse and celebrated catalog ranging from The Great Debaters to The Crying Game to Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai. By now it is likely that he has adjusted to random strangers who cant get his turn as Idi Amin out of their heads. But the man who approached the Oscar winner at the deli last month was in no mood for autographs. The employee stopped Whitaker, accused him of shoplifting and then promptly frisked him. The act of self-deputization was futile. Whitaker had stolen nothing. On the contrary, hed been robbed.
The deli where Whitaker was harassed happens to be in my neighborhood. Columbia University is up the street. Broadway, the main drag, is dotted with nice restaurants and classy bars that cater to beautiful people. I like my neighborhood. And Ive patronized the deli with some regularity, often several times in a single day. Ive sent my son in my stead. My wife would often trade small talk with whoever was working checkout. Last year when my beautiful niece visited, she loved the deli so much that I felt myself a sideshow. But its understandable. Its a good deli.
Since the Whitaker affair, Ive read and listened to interviews with the owner of the establishment. He is apologetic to a fault and is sincerely mortified. He says that it was a sincere mistake made by a decent man who was just doing his job. I believe him. And yet for weeks now I have walked up Broadway, glancing through its windows with a mood somewhere between Marvin Gayes Distant Lover and Al Greens For the Good Times.
In modern America we believe racism to be the property of the uniquely villainous and morally deformed, the ideology of trolls, gorgons and orcs. We believe this even when we are actually being racist. In 1957, neighbors in Levittown, Pa., uniting under the flag of segregation, wrote: As moral, religious and law-abiding citizens, we feel that we are unprejudiced and undiscriminating in our wish to keep our community a closed community.
A half-century later little had changed. The comedian Michael Richards (Kramer on Seinfeld) once yelled at a black heckler from the stage: Hes a nigger! Hes a nigger! Hes a nigger! Confronted about this, Richards apologized and then said, Im not a racist and called the claim insane.
The idea that racism lives in the heart of particularly evil individuals, as opposed to the heart of a democratic society, is reinforcing to anyone who might, from time to time, find their tongue sprinting ahead of their discretion. We can forgive Whitakers assailant. Much harder to forgive is all that makes Whitaker stand out in the first place. New York is a city, like most in America, that bears the scars of redlining, blockbusting and urban renewal. The ghost of those policies haunts us in a wealth gap between blacks and whites that has actually gotten worse over the past 20 years.
But much worse, it haunts black people with a kind of invisible violence that is given tell only when the victim happens to be an Oscar winner. The promise of America is that those who play by the rules, who observe the norms of the middle class, will be treated as such. But this injunction is only half-enforced when it comes to black people, in large part because we were never meant to be part of the American story. Forest Whitaker fits that bill, and he was addressed as such.
I am trying to imagine a white president forced to show his papers at a national news conference, and coming up blank. I am trying to imagine a prominent white Harvard professor arrested for breaking into his own home, and coming up with nothing. I am trying to see Sean Penn or Nicolas Cage being frisked at an upscale deli, and I find myself laughing in the dark. It is worth considering the messaging here. It says to black kids: Dont leave home. They dont want you around. It is messaging propagated by moral people.
The other day I walked past this particular deli. I believe its owners to be good people. I felt ashamed at withholding business for something far beyond the merchants reach. I mentioned this to my wife. My wife is not like me. When she was 6, a little white boy called her cousin a nigger, and it has been war ever since. What if they did that to your son? she asked.
And right then I knew that I was tired of good people, that I had had all the good people I could take.
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The final three Big Brother 2 contestantsincluding Monica Bailey, whose cousin was listed as missing in the World Trade Center collapsewere likely the only Americans deprived of almost all reports of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks until the show's Sept. 20 finale. ''We knew a tragedy had taken place involving planes in New York,'' says Will Kirby, the $500,000 winner. ''That was really the extent of it.''
BB2 broke the show's news-blackout rule and told the trio the day of the attack because of Monica's personal connection (her sister called to alert producers that day), but decided not to show disaster video because ''that would have meant putting a TV in the house [for follow-up reports],'' says exec producer Arnold Shapiro. ''No one inside asked for that.''
Viewers, however, got to see tape of producers telling Monica about her missing cousin on the Sept. 18 episode, which some critics said was exploitative. But since those watching BB2 onlinevia 24-hour Internet camswere speculating about what CBS was not airing, Shapiro says he felt the need to show how the news was delivered. ''If Monica had become hysterical we wouldn't have shown that,'' he says. ''But they [all] took it, with shock and concern, but very maturely.''
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The cabinet above the sink is 50" above the countertop and the cabinet is 45" wide. I would like to use cree led lighting but not sure if I should use the 4" or 6" or use 2-4" bulbs.
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do you mean something like this: http://ledneonlight.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=11_60&zenid=aecaa133080f7544b93658145eb44b5c I must say I'm not real thrilled about cutting the wood cabinet to install the cree. What length would you recommend and do you know if the lutron DVSCCL-153P is compatible with this fixture? I already purchased this dimmer based on lutron's rec thinking I was going to install the cree. |
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"Would you like to round up the change to help needy kids?"
"Would you like to buy a book and donate it to a local school?"
"Would you like to contribute a dollar to our food drive?"
Increasingly, shoppers are asked to open their pocketbooks a little wider when patronizing their favorite stores. That's because more stores are partnering with nonprofits as a means of boosting their local presence or assuaging their social conscience.
Some people don't think twice about the offers to give to a company's cause. Last year, shoppers at Barnes & Noble bookstore in Orland Park donated some 1,200 books to Roosevelt School in Chicago Heights.
Because of shoppers' generosity, every child in the school received a new book to take home.
"Most of our students qualify for free or reduced-cost lunch," said Mary Beth Meehan, a first-grade teacher at Roosevelt. "They just don't have books at home."
There's no doubt that impromptu giving can produce great results. But a lot of consumers wrestle with a heartfelt desire to be helpful and an intellectual need to be sure the donation really is headed where it should be.
Wrestle no more. We've got some expert advice on how to deal with "embedded giving."
Mark Ingwer, author of the newly released "Empathetic Marketing: How to Satisfy the 6 Core Emotional Needs of Your Customers," said a lot of companies use "cause marketing" to improve their brand reputation.
For some, such as the Barnes & Noble partnerships with local schools, the system is working. For others, there's evidence it may be backfiring.
"Companies are trying to appeal to people's need to be helpful and to belong," he said. "However, catching people at the register is viewed by many as a disruption, much like a salesperson calling on the phone during dinner."
Even worse is, intentionally or not, making people feel bad about declining the offer, he said.
"Generous people want to be recognized as such," he said. They are uncomfortable saying no, especially when standing in a long line at a crowded store. It makes them feel bad, he said.
Bad enough to change their shopping habits, in some cases, he added.
The stores that seem to have the greatest success with cause marketing are those that draw consumers already inclined to support their charity, such as pet stores that ask for donations for local animal shelters.
For the most part, Ingwer said, it comes down to this: "People want to give on their own terms, on their own time."
Both the Better Business Bureau and GuideStar.org, an organization that keeps tabs on nonprofits, have tips for shoppers.
Before you give a dime to anyone, do your research, both groups say.
"Do not be influenced by high-pressure or emotional appeals," said Tom Joyce, vice president of marketing and communications for the Better Business Bureau. "Giving on the spot is normally not necessary. The charity that needs your money today will welcome it just as much tomorrow."
Far better to say no, go home, check on the organization and think about whether or not a given cause is something that meets your values and preferences, said Lindsay Nichols, a spokesperson for GuideStar.
"There are so many nonprofits out there, make sure you're giving your money, even if it is just a dollar, to the causes that mean the most to you," Nichols said.
Of course, stores know that shoppers can be vulnerable. For one, they're already in a spending mood. Secondly, they may be prone to feelings of guilt, especially if they're spending on themselves.
"It's well known that donors give with their hearts; it's an emotional thing," Nichols said.
But don't let your sense of altruism lead you to give outside your comfort zone, she said.
"Our advice is to not give at the cash register unless you've done your research," she said.
Part of that research should include making sure a nonprofit is legitimate. If you donate to a charity that does not meet IRS criteria for tax-exempt organizations and then attempt to write that donation off on your taxes, you could be fined, Nichols said.
Nonprofits are required by law to file with the IRS for three consecutive years or face having their license revoked, she said. Right now, there are 270,000 nonprofits on the revoked list.
"Few people know about this," she said. "The store partnering with the charity may not even know about this."
You can search for a nonprofit's status at GuideStar.org.
Other ways to research an organization include checking out the group's website. Nichols said, "It should make some sense. Does it look legitimate? What are the programs it sponsors? Where are they sending the money?"
Nichols said consumers can designate how their money is to be spent. If you'd like it to go toward a particular program within a nonprofit, say that, she said.
Some definite red flags include a cashier's persistence and a company's inability to produce its cause's mission statement or annual report.
"If you say 'no' and a clerk keeps bugging you, don't do it," Nichols said. "Donors should be empowered to ask questions. And stores should have answers."
If you do decide to give, Nichols advises you to keep all receipts, even those that show a donation of less than $1.
"It's important to help the needy, but it's also important to help yourself to tax advantages," she said.
Whatever you decide, whether to donate when making a purchase or not, you should leave the store feeling confident you made the right decision — for you.


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How can we begin to describe this beautiful wedding we were blessed to document. Rebecca and Jacob have a beautiful love for each other, and an amazing love story with their Savior that took center stage at their intimate San Luis Obispo, California destination wedding.
Everything about this wedding was beautiful, personal, and inspiringly honest. With just close family gathered around the lakeside dock of their grandparents' home (who have been married for over 50 years!), they gave deeply personal vows that committed their lives to each other as they walked in Christ's love and leading. Beautiful flowers were generously donated from neighbors' gardens to adorn the ceremony site with fragrance and beauty. Rebecca looked absolutely stunning in her dress. And Jacob's humility, confidence, and exuberant love for his wife spoke volumes in times where words were simply not enough.
Even more so, Rebecca and Jacob got away to the secluded shores of Montana De Oro to enjoy an intimate first dance serenaded by stringed instruments accompanied by the crashing of the Pacific.
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Rebecca and Jacob, a heartfelt congratulations on the beginning of your beautiful story. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for blessing us with your love, your generosity, and your celebration.
Honestly, ever since I left the snow blanketed state of Kansas from Rachel and Nathan's wedding, I have had a smile on my face. Nathan and Rachel share an infectious chemistry for one another and a passion and zeal for life that inspires everyone around them. It was an amazingly cold day and Rachel and Nathan held their first look on top of a snowy dike just outside Saint John's Military Academy. Looking back on their first look, I am met with memories of pure happiness, coming away feeling utterly and completely blessed to have shared in their love and celebration…if even just for moments as long as 1/200th of a second. One thing made this wedding even more special to me – Alyssa was able to come along and rock her mad photography skills with me.
I absolutely love photographing military weddings and truly appreciate the sacrifice and dedication to our country that not only our soldiers display every day, but their spouses as well. We offer a 10% discount for all active military.
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With my last California Wine Country wedding wrapped up just a few weeks ago, I find myself starting to look at what an incredible journey this year has been. Alyssa and I moved closer to Denver and Fort Collins, a long time goal of ours. We decided to intentionally slow down and just take on a few weddings this year because of the biggest news we have had yet…the arrival of Carter Thomas Stebner this summer. So with our abbreviated year in the books, we are now able to take a look back at what an amazing year it has been and look forward to what is already shaping up to be an incredible 2013 wedding with shoots lined up from California to North Carolina, and everywhere in-between. We cannot wait for another year filled with wedding art.
Art is truly the expression of one's soul. In a photographer's case, it's the heart breaking free with something to say in the opening and closing of a shutter in thousands of a second. I've not only seen how my art has grown this year, but also how I have grown. It gives me a glimpse into where I'm going and who I want to become. With a new family, I've been desperately trying to remove distractions in life and just focus on the simplicity that drives my soul. That is, to remove anything that's not from God..anything that takes away from my family and His will. This is true in my art, and no doubt why you see more black and white images focusing on the relationships between light and shadow, emotion and the moment. As I have been desperately seeking to remove clutter from my life and heart, I find myself seeking minimalism that much more. Minimalism and simplicity isn't boring and it sure isn't easy. Simplicity is timeless. Simplicity is beautiful. After all, love is simple. It's the unwavering, all-giving expression that comes from the depth of who you are. We know when we are in love…there's no wavering or second guessing. It's simple nature resonates with us and changes the course of our lives. I think that is what is going to drive me towards simplicity that much more. I will still be using my off camera lighting techniques, I'll never give that up, so don't worry But above all else, this is just a confession to everyone that I am just yearning for the simple life…my heart desires only what matters and nothing else. I want my wedding art to focus only on what matters: the story, the love, the beauty, the emotion…the people.
These are a few favorites. These are not a "best of". These images are simply ones that made me smile a little more at night and when I woke up in the morning.
Thank you to all of our brides who trusted us with your most important and beautiful day. We were so blessed by our experiences at each one of your weddings. Words cannot express how thankful we are for your trust and inspiration.
Scott & Alyssa
Thank you Steve Stanton and Amanda Forbes for letting me second shoot for you this year. Image #5 and #13 were while photographing with Steve Stanton. Image #10, #11, and#17 were while second shooting for Amanda Forbes.
A beautiful equestrian ranch served as the backdrop for this amazing couple's celebration, full of laughter, Dressage, and beautiful scenery courtesy the Flying Cloud Farm
Thank you Sheila and John for letting me Celebrate with you at your Santa Rosa, CA wedding. You truly make being a wedding photographer a blessing.
My oh my, I've been looking forward to this wedding for quite some time.
Cayla has been a good friend of Alyssa's for as long as I can remember, and she was even in our wedding party. Cayla left for school at the Culinary Institute of America and we soon started hearing more about a nice guy named Mark than we did about her amazing cooking. Soon we got the call that she was engaged and were so excited to be joining her and her family for an intimate wedding at the beautiful Beaver Creek Lodge in Garden City, Utah.
A big shout out to Matthieu Ryan Photographer for second shooting
Scott and Alyssa Stebner are Colorado Wedding Photographers.
As a little kid I always loved looking out the window of my plane as we flew over the mid-west. What shocked me were the patchwork creations of many round, circular crops.
Being from California, we didn't have Center Pivots where I grew up. We had Avocados, strawberries, and just about any type of fruit or vegetable you could think of. It wasn't until I moved out to Colorado that I saw Center Pivots. Round, circular irrigation systems that go around a farm providing water and fertilizer to crops like corn.
I'm amazed at how they seem to stretch the horizon and how vastly important they are.
A month ago I had the opportunity to do Cayla's bridal session for a special gift to her parents. We met up at the Poudre River Nature Preserve at sunset for some beautiful bridal portraits. Cayla and Mark had an AMAZING destination wedding in Utah, and I can't wait to share their wedding images…but I've been waiting a month to share these, so here ya go
This last photograph is near and dear to my heart as I'm sure it is also to Cayla. Her brother is an American Hero who gave his life in the Iraq war. She wanted to make a portrait in her wedding dress with her brother and give the print to her mom. I'm not sure I"ve been moved like this by an image. Cayla, thank you for allowing us to photograph how beautiful you are.
Scott Stebner is a Colorado Wedding Photographer. To contact him, contact email@example.com
Have we said enough that we absolutely love being Northern Colorado Photographers? Last summer we were blessed with being able to photograph the amazing Bryan and Maree. Well, this week we were blessed with being able to photograph their beautiful newborn Braya.
Since we're expecting our own baby this summer, we've truly begun to enjoy baby photography. Alyssa is such a natural with the little ones and getting them to be photographed. And it definitely doesn't hurt to have such an adorable little one like Braya.


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Venrock Nabs Recently Promoted Principal, Marissa Campise, From Greycroft
One week after being promoted from senior associate to principal at Greycroft Ventures, Marissa Campise has taken a new job as vice president at Venrock's New York office.
Peter Kafka reports the poach was made with a more aggressive offer. Beyond just the dollars, Campise will also be part of a smaller team and Read More


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science — especially questionable science. But here at
Top5 Kids, we aren't afraid to tackle the issues that other
scientists avoid. This week we look at dinosaurs. Many types
of these large and terrifying prehistoric creatures have been
identified such as Diplodocus, Apatasaurus, and Barney — but
we're convinced that there are many more yet to be discovered.
And we think we know what they are…
8> Moronodon — Also known as the "dunder lizard." Unlike other
dinos, the Moronodon was believed to have ONLY the small
secondary brain in its butt.
7> Achibrachiosoaurus — Also know as Billyraycyrisaurus. This
large animal flourished for a very short time before lapsing
into near-extinction.
6> Scootersaurus Rex — Fast-moving dino that was king of the
trendy beasts, but became extinct after trying to execute a
Grind with a Manhattan Transfer on the back of a Stegosaurus.
5> Naggadon — This beast's call was a non-stop high-pitched
squeal that caused other dinosaurs to stop what they were
doing and clean up their caves.
4> Thesaurus — a small, bookish dinosaur with an extremely
large vocabulary.
3> Frisbeesaur — a round, flat, flying dino. Currently
undiscovered because they always got stuck on top of — or
under — other, larger dinosaurs.
2> Diplodorkus — The only known naturally-plaid dinosaur, this
massive reptile could be identified by its call: "Check out
my Spock ears!"
is far too disgusting to mention; believed to be the direct
ancestor of the common pigeon.
Selected from 30 submissions from 9 contributors.
Today's Top 5 List authors are:
Jonathan P. Bernick, Macomb, IL — 1, 4 (Woohoo! 1st #1!)
March Roseland, Claremont, CA — 2
Bill Wickart, Hillsboro, OR — 3
David W. James, Los Angeles, CA — 5
Wade Kwon, Birmingham, AL — 6
Sandra Hull, Arlington, VA — 7
Phil McCracken, Chicago, IL — 8, Topic
Walter Plinge, Yorkshire, England — RU list name, Banner Tag
Kevin Paul Wickart, Normal, IL — Class Clown


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Jamie Spinello, a jewelry designer based in Austin, Texas, creates bold accessories inspired by the Ancient Egyptian culture. From stacked golden bangles to caged rings and oversized necklaces, there is a focus on geometric lines that will appeal to modern women everywhere. Nevertheless, Jamie Spinello has introduced a bit of history through the use of dark metals that have a weathered appearance.
Working predominantly with copper, brass and aluminum, Jamie Spinello operates a one woman studio that makes all of the jewelry by hand from scratch. Incredibly impressive, Jamie Spinello's creations can be worn by everyone from stylish working women to history-loving, cosplaying nerds.
Fit for the strong and independent woman, Jamie Spinello definitely channels Cleopatra, the last pharaoh of Ancient Egypt, when designing her jewelry pieces. They are made for warriors.


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College Guide: College Prep Starts Now!
Maritza Cosano Gomez
December 3, 2009
If you are a high school student, it's never too early to start planning for college. There are only four years that stand between you and the world. So how you choose to spend them will mark your next steps in life. This week at CCA, classes have resumed and many high school students are getting back... Read more »
Maritza Cosano Gomez, Editor-in-Chief
September 3, 2009
Maritza Cosano Gomez teaches the Journalism class that produces The Messenger, Calvary Christian Academy's high school news magazine, both print and online. Before working with Calvary Christian Academy in 2007, she was the senior writer/editor for Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, where she wrote... Read more »


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Why GIS Services are Essential to Your Growth Strategy
Do you spend hours integrating newly acquired data from a lease or propery purchase? Do you miss out on opportunities because you don't have the property data you need to make informed decisions like which plays to enter or where to drill? These pain points can be felt by companies large and small—companies with or without an existing GIS department.
Learn why GIS Services are essential and how they can save you both time and money so that you can focus on the next lease or well opportunity and on really building your business.
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As activity in the shale plays continues to grow, so does the amount of land data oil and gas companies need to acquire and manage. Having this data at your fingertips and in a flexible format offers market intelligence that gives you a competitive advantage. Learn how you can better manage your land data.
Revolutionize Your Tobin Map Data
Hart Energy, along with P2 Energy Solutions, will show you how to revolutionize your Tobin Map Data. Today, companies spend hours downloading and compiling data before it becomes usable data for making decisions that drive your business. P2 now offers Tobin Online, which provides easy access to the data you need.
Solving the Top 3 Issues in the Back Office
Would you consider using a hosted solution? Find out what your industry peers are saying about hosted accounting systems.
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Find out how Beyond Compliance can help your company gain cost-effective operational compliance.
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Leverage IDEAS to make better, more effective and efficient decisions in the global marketplace.
Find out how IDEAS can target delivery of actionable information to all levels of your organization. Better information means better decision making and competitive intelligence.
Leveraging Technology to Thrive in the Global Economy
How can international oil and gas venture management software provide a significant ROI for global projects? Find out how companies benefit from financial consolidation, foreign exchange management and in-country statutory reporting in this 30-minute webinar.
Tobin Online: Fast, Flexible Access to Tobin Data
Tobin Online is a new way to consume Tobin Data - through either your Web browser or through a Web map service. Watch this webinar to see how flexible Tobin Online is, and how it can allow everyone in an oil and gas company to research using map data - not just the GIS department.
P2 Analytics | Driving Better Analytics
In the last part of our four part series, we look at how P2 Analytics will drive better analysis of your AFE, production and LOS data.
P2 Analytics | Optimize Production With Visual Reporting
It's time to transform your production reports from spreadsheets into something more actionable. Forget about typical well reports. P2 Analytics for Production can give you the insight to spot which wells are producing the most - and which are costing you cash due to downtime.
P2 Analytics | Manage your lease operating expenses & maximize revenue
Getting a handle on lease operating expenses can provide key insight into an oil and gas company's efforts to cut costs. Watch this archived webinar and find out how P2 Analytics LOS gives you the knowledge you need to be a budget-conscious hero to your c-suite.
P2 Analytics | Empower Your Operations with AFE Cost Control and Visibility
Having full visualization into your AFEs allows users to monitor spend and budget amounts accordingly and analyze those items that could negatively impact operations.
The Top 5 Benefits of Visual Reporting in Oil & Gas
Juggling spreadsheets is a thing of the past. Get up to speed on the power of what visual reporting can do for you.
The Top 5 Best Practices for Managing Your AFE Workflow
Knowing the difference between your budgeted costs and actual spend can save your company time and money.
The Top 3 Reasons to Integrate Mapping With Your Land System
Why integrate GIS mapping with your land management software? It's more than a "pretty" way to see your leases.
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Is Software as a Service Right for You?
As a newly formed E&P firm, Urban Oil and Gas Group faced many questions when choosing their software delivery model. Attend this webcast to hear why they chose Software as a Service and how it has affected their business. Also, hear advice from a seasoned consultant on how to determine if SaaS is right for you and how to evaluate software hosting providers.
When to Outsource Your Back Office
Recognize when it may be time to outsource your back office accounting and land administration by viewing an actual case scenario provided by Fairway Resources, LLC. Utilizing outsourcing services, Fairway managed to gain resources, take advantage of shared services and lower their operating costs. Also, hear about the benefits and value that outsourcing provides from the perspective of a certified public accounting firm.
Software Solutions to Better Manage AFE, JIB and Increase Productivity
It's not uncommon for many emerging oil and gas companies to use spreadsheets or software non-specific to the oil and gas industry to manage their critical business functions. What they don't know is how much money they can save by moving to a more robust system that's accessible online - no infrastructure or software installation is necessary. Watch the webinar now, available on-demand at the Oil and Gas Financial Journal website.
Visualize Your Assets in Real Time
Find out how you can manage your leases and assets visually, in real-time. Forget about exporting datasets to your GIS solution and creating custom maps. With P2 Energy Solutions' land management software and GIS tools, you can have all the information you need to make quick, strategic decisions at your fingertips. You'll also hear how Forestar Minerals uses integrated land management and GIS tools to save time and money.


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Train Yourself Happy
Exercise can play a key role in alleviating anxiety and depression.
"I've been active much of my life but have also struggled with depression from a young age," says Kris Cameron, ACE- certified personal trainer and owner of ReNu Your Life— Mobile Personal Training & Wellness in Iowa City, Iowa. "I come from a family full of depression, abuse, even suicide. About 18 years ago I was put on a very low dose of Zoloft (25 milligrams). It helped, but I also continued to be active, to work out—and I started my training career.
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UoP SEOESUniversity of Plymouth, School of Earth, Ocean and Environmental Sciences | |
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Name | UoP SEOES |
Full Name | University of Plymouth, School of Earth, Ocean and Environmental Sciences |
Country | United Kingdom |
Type of organisation | Research Organisation |
Address | School of Earth, Ocean and Environmental Sciences (SEOES) Faculty of Science University of Plymouth Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA United Kingdom |
Web Site | http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/ |
Organisation Description | The University of Plymouth, Faculty of Science is involved with several research and teaching
centres including the Plymouth Environmental Research Centre and National Subject Centre for
Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences. This Faculty is split into several schools including
the School of Earth, Ocean and Environmental Sciences (SEOES).
SEOES is a large multi-disciplinary school that has over 60 members of academic staff with 28 undergraduate and fourteen postgraduate degree courses. It recognises the vital link between commercial marine activities and research agencies, and this is reflected in the broad range of environmental management and industry relevant research. Much of the postgraduate work is internationally based and aims to enhance European links with many research groups being active within EU programmes. The University of Plymouth's course in Hydrography conforms to the academic requirements of the Joint Board of Competence of the Federation Internationale Geometres and the International Hydrographic Organisation. |
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In 1999, we backed the secondary management buyout of MC International (MCI), a leading supplier of refrigeration and air-conditioning services (design, installation, remodelling and maintenance) to retail and industrial clients.
The strategy was to fund an aggressive growth plan designed to expand MCI's business through a combination of organic and acquisitive growth. MCI was an attractive company, with a strong brand and market position. Led by a highly capable management team, experienced in acquisitions, the business operated from a total of 69 branches in France, Spain and Poland. Thirty-nine branches in France made them the only national network in the market. Retail refrigeration (particularly strong in the hypermarket sub-sector), with 40% market share, was the largest part of the business.
The company had also recently moved into industrial refrigeration - a natural extension of its core-business -- and air-conditioning via the acquisition of a national chain of air conditioning companies servicing the retail market. The growth prospects for the business were good: the fragmented French refrigeration and air conditioning markets offered excellent consolidation opportunities and the under-developed French air conditioning market forecasted for sharp growth.
The strategy was to focus on these two new market areas, while at the same time driving international expansion by shadowing the expansion of French hypermarket chains - MCI's core client base - into new geographies. Within its industrial refrigeration business, the plan was to focus on building revenues through the growth of its higher-margin maintenance activities. An enhanced sales and marketing focus, including the adoption of cross-selling, and the development of innovative products through strategic partnering in key markets were also key elements of the plan.
Post investment, the business made several acquisitions, completed a successful joint venture in the Hungarian market and successfully diversified into industrial refrigeration, meeting its global targets. In 2001, the business was acquired by Johnson Controls Inc, the global market leader in building control systems, energy and facility management. The strategy is to use the business as a consolidation platform for Johnson's European operations.
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