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Hertz Global And Dollar Thrifty's Management Host Joint Conference Call (Transcript)
The tender offer has not yet commenced, and this call is neither an offer to purchase nor a solicitation of an offer to sell shares of Dollar Thrifty's common stock. At the time of the tender offer is commenced, Hertz will file a tender offer statement and Dollar Thrifty will file a solicitation recommendation statement on Schedule 14D-9 with the SEC. Investors and stockholders of Dollar Thrifty are urged to read all documents carefully and in their entirety when they become available because they will contain important information about the proposed transaction. These documents will be available for free at the SEC's website, sec.gov. Copies of Hertz's filings with the SEC may be obtained from Hertz's website at hertz.com/investorrelations or by directing a request to Hertz at (201) 307-2100. Copies of Dollar Thrifty's filings with the SEC will be available free of charge on Dollar Thrifty's website at dtag.com or by contacting Dollar Thrifty's Investor Relations Department at (918) 669-2119. Additional information concerning these statements is contained in the company's joint press release regarding the acquisition issued yesterday and in the Risk Factors and Forward-Looking Statements section of the companies' respective 2011 Form 10-K and 2012 quarterly report. Copies of these filings are available from the SEC, the Hertz's and Dollar Thrifty's websites or the companies' respective Investor Relations departments.
I would like to remind you that today's call is being recorded and is also being made available for replay starting at 12:30 p.m. Eastern today, running through September 10, 2012.
I would now like to turn the call over to our host, Leslie Hunziker. Please go ahead.
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Slaggy, on 04 April 2014 - 01:55 AM, said:
reck doing 15% less chance but 10% increased dmg on crit is a fair trade methiks
Well they removed Skull Banner and merged its effects with Recklessness while reducing critical strike chance by 15% so it's a flat 15% nerf.
Also I don't like the hamstring change either. Sounds good if they implemented it how we think they will but you know its blizzard and they never do anything logically.
+10 yards on charge though.
Charge is now a root is gonna be fucking terrible against any class with freedom so we will have to spec Warbringer against comps with a pala / hunter / shaman so pretty much every comp = mobility nerf.
+50% on execute so it might actually do more than 30k damage.
anyway it's only alpha notes and we still got 6 months at least to find a little jezza to play with holinkas balls for some S16 love.


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I loooove this! I have tried Covergirl's champagne and tapestry taupe because of there great reviews but I hated them. Champagne didn't last and was too yellow and frosty and tapestry taupe had almost no pigment and had glitter in it :[
But Mink is amazing! It is shimmery not glittery light brownish color. The pigmentation is wonderful, it's smooth and is perfect to wear on the lid with a brown in the outer corner for everyday or school.
EDIT: Still love this but there's a lot of fall out.
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I just love this shade of eyeshadow.
Warm rose gold shimmer, its just mesmerising.
Its like someone has just rolled gold leafing all over your eyelid.
If you haven't tried this shade yet I recommend you do.
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This is one of my all-time favorite eyeshadows. I started using Mink when I was 15, and three years later I still love it! Like other reviewers have said before, it's a very versatile golden brown, slightly sparkly shade that can be worn to create a natural look or a dramatic look for a night out. This is a mainstay in my makeup bag. If you haven't tried it yet get it now! For the price (about $3.99 at my local drugstore), it's definitely worth it.
Every single woman should own this eyeshadow. Seriously it is the most flattering, versatile color on the market, IMO. It can be used as a great base for other e/s, as a shimmery wash over a darker base, to highlight cheekbones, and mixed with gloss for a shimmery gold lipgloss. Most products labeled universally flattering usu work for a small % and I'm never part of that, but this product truly is a wonder-product. I like to smudge this over some smudged black-kohl liner for a very smokey, shimmery eye. If I had known about this product around the holidays, every woman I know would be getting this shade. I still can't get over how great this product is. Highly pigmented, soft powder that doesn't go on chalky, easy to use, and lasts for hours and fades nicely without creasing. Will repurchase as long as this product is on the market! Love it!
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I've been using this colour forever, and I'm still in love with it. Goes great with CG "Champagne" e/s - try them together if you haven't yet!
Not sure what I would do if they discontinued this shade. It's been my "go to" colour for years!
Good color, cheap, lasts all day, what more could you want? I discovered this shadow when I was 14 and it has been 7 years. Because of me, my sister and two best friends use it daily ! I tried more expensive shadows, but they just don't cut it.
LOVE this color!!! like the pp said if this were to be discontinued it would be a very bad thing. I have NC25 skin with dark brown eyes and brown hair. this color is perfect for me. it is not too dark or light, the perfect neutral color that I can wear everyday. it also made me look more awake (which is a good thing coz I'm usually sleep deprived with a toddler) This one will always be in my makeup bag.
MY ALL-TIME FAVORITE EYESHADOW COLOR!! I have fair skin and brown eyes and this looks great! from reading the reviews it apparently looks good on people with all kinds of hair, eye, and skin colors! I would cry if this were ever discontinued :(
This is a FANTASTIC eye shadow. This is actually the only eye shadow I own. I have fair-medium skin and it always looks good! I was worried it would be super-glittery and slutty, but not at all! It's light, shimmery, and dusty gold! LOVE!
As another reviewer mentioned, this is a lovely color, but for my coloring it just doesn't work. The color itself is a warm caramel color that I thought might work for me since so many others have said it accents their green eyes. Luckily it was only $3.12 to try! I imagine this will be going to my warm-toned friend.


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- From: Stephan Assmus <superstippi@xxxxxx>
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- Date: Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:16:29 +0100
Hi everyone, sorry for cross-posting... This weekend, there will be the Chemnitzer Linux Days again. Daniel Wünsch and myself at least are going again. If you want to join us in Chemnitz to man the Haiku booth, that would be great! The event is great and the costs are really low. Dispite the name, a lot of different projects will be there including the BSDs and all sorts of other projects. They have great workshops too and the food is good. <http://chemnitzer.linux-tage.de/2010/> If you want to come, please write to me, so that we can prepare you as manning the booth, since that will make the event free for you. Otherwise it's 5 EURs for both days. Four people in total can go as manning the booth. Best regards, -Stephan
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Proof That Some Infinities Are Bigger Than Others
The always-excellent Vi Hart (previously) gives one of the most engaging explanations of multiple infinities we've come across in some time.
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Here's a fun little brain wrinkle pinch for all you non-math people out there (that should be everyone in the world*): the sum of all natural numbers, from one to infinity, is not a ridiculously big number like you would expect but actually just -1/12. Yes, the sum of every number from one to infinity is some weird… » 1/16/14 8:17pm 1/16/14 8:17pm
It's Monday morning and the work week ahead seems infinite. It's not though, and you should be glad because infinity isn't just long, it's also confusing. Take for instance this quartet of infinite paradoxes that will blow your groggy mind. » 7/15/13 9:06am 7/15/13 9:06am
Mirrors can be for so much more than just gawking at your slack-jawed mug first thing in the morning. They can, for example, be used to give the illusion that towering designs made of light reach out past you, to an indeterminable vanishing point seemingly so distant as to be infinitely far. That second one is what… » 10/28/12 10:00am 10/28/12 10:00am
It's probably time to fire up that second cup of coffee; the journey that TED-ED lecturer Dennis Wildfogel is about to take you on is one of infinite infinities. In other words, it's going to make your brain hurt. But it also just might make you smarter. » 8/07/12 9:00am 8/07/12 9:00am
There are probably more theories floating around to explain the birth, life and death of the universe than for any other scientific concept. Some scientists champion the idea of the Big Bang that created everything around us, others postulate that that we live in a steady state universe with no beginning or end. Now,… » 4/24/12 1:40pm 4/24/12 1:40pm
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Asus is on a roll with its rebranded 'Transformer Pads' tablet line, pushing out yet another version. The Infinity series takes the Prime and runs with it, packing either a Tegra 3 or a Snapdragon S4 and a 10.1-inch full-HD screen. » 2/27/12 6:30am 2/27/12 6:30am
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The notion of infinity is fundamentally beyond the human ability to comprehend, but that hasn't stopped mathematicians from trying. So just what is infinity, and why is there more than one of them? And just what is infinity plus one? » 6/08/11 7:40pm 6/08/11 7:40pm
Infinity is the idea of something going on, extending, without measure. But how can you conceptualize something without end, let alone SEE it? For this week's Shooting Challenge, you're going to figure that out. » 6/08/11 2:40pm 6/08/11 2:40pm
The Infinity Cocktail Table uses mirrors and LED lights to create the illusion of an infinite hole going down your home's floor, all the way down to Earth's magma core. It's like a fancy door to Hell's most exclusive club. » 6/14/10 12:40pm 6/14/10 12:40pm
Having just a shower in NYC, I miss my large Spanish bath and the tsunamis that sometimes ensued inside. Maybe that's why I got all glassy-eyed when I saw this beautiful Infinity Bath and its custom water-proof touchscreen. » 3/11/10 12:40pm 3/11/10 12:40pm
Consider it an IQ test for potential new friends: Those who think you're wearing an infinity watch pass; those who just see an "8"...well, we're sure they're still very nice (*ahem* Matt Buchanan *ahem*). » 10/08/09 11:50am 10/08/09 11:50am
Both Infinity and JBL have just dropped two wireless subwoofers. The subs function utilizing a 2.4GHz transmitter/receiver setup and there are four selectable channels to allow you to pick the best possible reception. » 9/23/07 1:20pm 9/23/07 1:20pm
It's hard to get excited about projector screens, but dnp's new Supernova Infinity is making us weak in the knees. It's the first front-projection screen that keeps a sharp image at all times, regardless of how much light is in your room. dnp claims the screen delivers a contrast ratio 10x better than what's out now.… » 6/13/07 9:46am 6/13/07 9:46am
When you design a gadget that tries to do everything under the sun, it invariably both sucks and blows. At the very least, this 3D render of the Infinity doesn't hurt our eyes. To the contrary, it soothes them. The wristwatch has a display on the front that you can use to show off digital photos and video clips. That,… » 2/02/07 9:20am 2/02/07 9:20am
Now this is where wireless routers are going. Besides its speedy wireless -N connectivity, Buffalo says this AirStation Wireless-N Infinity Dual Band Router is the first to receive the stamp of approval for Windows Vista. You can tell by those serious- looking antennas that this baby is a juggler, handling four… » 1/08/07 8:15am 1/08/07 8:15am
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Tokyoflash just posted the Ultra-Violet Watch by Infinity. It's a unique quartz timepiece that will look incredible after two tabs of acid. The watch uses two effects—day-glo hands and the "infinite mirror" trick to create a trippy amalgam. The hands light up when you press a button on the side which activates a black… » 2/06/06 1:47pm 2/06/06 1:47pm


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The last hurrah - show us your last blooms!
Here's JJ's premium yellow (which could be Xanadu). It's my only plumie with blooms.
Sorry for the crappy washed out, taken in full sun on my lunch break camera pic.
It's my current fav plumie scent. Lovely perfume fragrance.
California Sunset is about to open but with the cooler, cloudy weather we've been having and the shortening days it's taking forever for the petals to unfurl. I'll post a pic when they do.
So what beauties are blooming for you before winter shuts us down?
Care to share any pics? :)
Nice last hurrah there Robert! Lucky you can visit your plumies on your lunch break!! I really don't want winter to come.
I don't have any pics yet but I have inflos growing on my Kimi Beauty, Kaneohe Sunburst, Loretta and a Mystery!!! I'm SO excited, can't wait to see the blooms!!! My Divine has bloomed profusely, non-stop since I got it.
Awesome! I hope you take pics when they do bloom! How long do you predict before they'll open? CS is taking forever. Laugh.
Visiting the plumies on my lunch break is just an added perk of going home and walking the dog. :)
Robert we'd love to see pics of your CS when it finally opens too! I don't know how long my inflos will take to mature and open - is there a normal time frame?! As Jen would say, probably a few "ohcomeonalready"s!! I'll try and take some pics, maybe you guys can give me an idea.
kms2 - congrats on the 1st time blooms! My Divine is well established, but I got it a few months ago and I swear this plant has had huge bunches of flowers on it the entire time - it's crazy! I haven't noticed how long they last because there's always so many of them. But they do have a lot of scent, which is really nice, I like it. I bet yours will do the same as it gets older - how old is your plant?
Beautiful pics of Divine! I'm starting to regret giving this one away since the scent wasn't that strong for me however the friend I gave it to was about to give up on plumerias since her NOID never bloomed. Hopefully Divine will pump out the blooms for her! :)
Checked my CS when I got home and it still hasn't opened. Laugh.
Looks great Robert! My CS is opening about 1 a week. Its quite interesting because its a lot more yellow then before. Tommorow morning is supposed to be chilly. Might be in the 40's out south. Southwood still has that scentsational ;)
I'm expecting my CS to have yellowish blooms like when we first got them in late May.
Can't believe you haven't broken down and picked up that Scentsational. Thought you needed a duplicate? ;)
I've been moving my plumies underneath the arbor at night. Probably not needed but figured it couldn't hurt. I think it's going to be really cold this weekend. :(
Hurricane is still blooming, Temptation and Divine just dropped thier last blooms. The California Sunset has three inflo's, I hope it will bloom before the colder weather gets here in a few weeks. It was 54 this morning, but will be back to highs in the low 90's by tomorrow.
I love the dark red centers! I read online it has a sweet, fruity scent? Thanks for sharing. Looks like we're both hoping our California Sunsets will bloom before the frosts! I checked this morning but mine still haven't unfurled. I've got two inflos however one is just emerging. I'm hoping the inflos don't drop over winter while the plant is dormant. :)
It's funny because I like both the yellow and the red streaked versions. It does seem to be a pretty cool plumie.
I'm sure I'll get some blooms soon!
That's one of the qualities I like best about plumerias...that they look a little different for everyone. :)
Hello Everyone,
Great thread Robert!!
Love all of the pics from all of you...
Here are a few of mine as of last week. I still have a few that are ready to open. My Kimi Moragne will be open by the time i get home..so im excited about that one..
Recent blooms..
Miami Rose
Noid White.. Smells like sweet honey!
Hilo Beauty
California Sunset
Backyard shot ..top
Just for fun.. Picture of Cotton Fields.. Thought some might like to see them.
Hope everyone is doing well..
Im back to work now... : (
It chilly up north.. Brrrr.. I can't wait to get back to VA!!! : )
Thank you for the beautiful pics! Of course I'm jealous of all your blooms. ;)
I love the Miami Rose and the Hilo Beauty!
Please post pics and let us know what you think about Kimi Moragne's scent. It's on my wish list. :)
Are these cotton fields near you?
Did you notice her CS looks completely different from ours? Weird. :)
Hi Robert,
Those cotton fields were at the border of NC and VA. I took those pics when i was heading up from seeing my daughter. They have many fields of Soybeans, Cotton, Tobacco and Corn. I tried to find some Tobacco, but i would have had to go off the main hwy. This is about 60 miles from my home. Lots of crops just a little west of us from the beach. My DH will be off in the fields "opening season" so he will be seeing some other interesting crops. I will ask him to take some pics if he sees anything...
I have always been facinated at cotton. Thought some might like to see it as it is grown in its natural fields. Lots of Cotton Processing plants around too.
I will let you know about Katie Moragne. This was one that i wanted and i have been waiting for a long time for this one to finally grace me with the beauty of an inflo..
Pics when i get home.. for you!!! : )
That CS has changed so many times with the heat in my area. That was the deepest color that i had on the CS this summer. I noticed that some of the other blooms have lightened up in just one week. It sure is amazing how these blooms respond to heat, humidity. That is why it is so much fun to see the same vareity around all parts of the country. You always have such a difference in the coloration of the bloom.
Jperilous.. Thank you as well. Miami Rose has been blooming all summer and the inflos have lasted longer than any other Plumeria that i have. This one just wants to keep going...
Take care,
Wildfire... still pretty light. But it's a very young plant so hopefully it will be more intense when it's older.
Scentsational only a few flowers left... but fragrance is still very strong!
Thumbalina is still going strong although it has major sun burnt leaves.
Thumbalina... still very beautiful.
Thumbalina pushing a new inflo!
Christina should be done blooming soon.
Inca Gold still going strong.
Divine blooming on every tip still. If you look closely a NEW inflo is growing in the back... so two infos on ONE tip in the same year?? Is that even normal??
Divine might be small but she's a performer.
Samoan Fluff... gorgeous white blooms with strong fragrance.
She too is pushing a new inflo! I guess they don't want to go to sleep yet.
Kimi M is about done...
The last of my Kimi M.
Hong Kong... gifted to me by a very special friend. :) I love how delicate she looks and oh the fragrance is awesome as well!
Hong Kong... she's a keeper alright.
Elsie... my sweet Elsie.
Elsie doing something strange. This inflo is almost done blooming. But then she decided to grow a new tip in the middle of the inflo! I have never seen anything so strange!
My own Lei Ring!! :)
Starting from the HUGE pink flower going to the right...
Charlotte Ebert
Samoan Fluff
Henry Apple Dunpree
JL Red
CA Sunset
Star of Siam
I don't remember this one. :(
Inca Gold
James... aha I got something you don't have. Woohoo... do you like? Should I get one for you? What color though... he has black or green. Let me know and I'll grab one for you.
Yes I got my Metallica TODAY as a matter of fact. I'm stoked!! Matt left some leaves on it for me but some of the roots broke off. But I think it still has enough to survive though. Right now it's sitting in some water w/ ST and Vit B1. Since it's super hot here AGAIN today I'm going to have to wait on potting her up until later this evening. I can't be outside on the patio now... it's still like triple digits out there. How are you coping with this crazy heat?
Laura - as always, your photos are spectacular!
Cotton... I'm getting a headache already just thinking about them spraying the defoliant. There is no escaping it around my house.
Lynn - you are one lucky girl to be able to start your addiction in a location where you can go get what you want whenever you want! I'm so jealous!
Your lei ring is gorgeous! should I ever have enough blooms to warrant having one, i will keep it in my kitchen and sniff all day long! :)
I would like to have your opinion on Inca Gold scent. Just over the last few days I've read what others have been saying, some that they can't detect scent, others can. How is it to your nose?
And also Henry Apples Dupree... the color of the flower is really not that appealing to me but I remember you saying the scent is awesome. The shape of your flower is somewhat different than what Matt's pic shows. I do like his pic, though. And I love the story that goes with it. I wish he would stop posting those sweet stories that makes potential buyers feel like they just -have- to have it! LOL
If you don't mind, please fill me in on the growth habit of your Elsie. Does she give the impression that she will remain a small compact plant? Describe her scent if you will.
I like your Hong Kong. Have you had many other 6 petal flowers? Congrats on your Metallica!
Thank you Mona!
Inca Gold smells like classic Plumeria to me. Almost like Celadine. It's medium scent so not as strong as Scentsational... but I like it a lot.
So far what I have noticed is that almost all of JJ's plants bloom the longest. For example... my Mary Helen Eggenberger while beautiful only bloomed for month. Where as Thumbalina, Divine, Elsie, J105, Rhonda, CA Sunset, Whirlwind, Christina, Wizard etc... are still blooming since April!! Not only that but JJ's plants are not leggy and they split a lot. Take Christina for example... I had 3 branches... now one branch split into 3 tips and the other two have two tips each. So going from 3 tips in April to 7 now while staying pretty short is very impressive! J105 was a one tip plant is now 3. Rhonda is still blooming gorgeous flowers. Sometimes I wonder if they will stop and go dormant.
Mona, I love Henry Apples Dupree!! The flowers smell so fresh and sweet.
As for Elsie, I do have one complaint against her. She has short tips and produces tons of flowers/foliage so she always looks crowded to me. LOL. I'm always trying to re-arrange her foliage so her flowers are not squished. She also is a good splitter but not a taller grower, at least not yet anyway. My Elsie has a light floral fragrance. So if you don't mind crowded looking tips then I would recommend her as well.
Hong Kong looks a lot better in person. I love how delicate looking she is. What a lady. So far all my flowers have six petals? Why is she not supposed to have 6 petals? Oh and Hong Kong has a beautiful fragrance as well!! I love her too.
Yes very exciting about Metallica. I waited forever for her. So happy she made it here safe and sound. Now let's hope I don't mess her up or something crazy!
Hey Lynn,
Congrats on your Metallica!!! You have time, probably till end of November. I think your Metallica will be fine.
As for the Lei Ring, I normally do not pick flower, usually I cut the whole inflo if I want to take it with me, like an inflo flower arrangement. Thanks for the offer though!!!
Actually its been mild here in LA, my patch was 78 yesterday and at my house it was like 82 today... Tanks again!!!
Thanks for all the beautiful flowers, everyone!
Can't wait for the Kimi Moragne pics. Thank you!
I see you also have KM.
Your thoughts on its scent...or should I look through your older posts? ;)
My Inca Gold definitely had a sweet scent. The scent intensified after being picked which was cool.
Beautiful pics, guys! Lots of nice late summer blooms out there.
Lynn, I'm amazed at how well all your JJ's are producing new inflos and secondary blooms. Also appreciate your comments on scent.
Unfortunately, of over 60(!) plants, only one is still blooming for me.
Yep, Lemon Drop, which I will henceforth refer to as The Big Yellow Beast:
Okay, so it's not a photo of the latest blooms, but you get the idea.
All these pics are making me jealous. Laugh.
I went over to a friend's house last night and sniffed her lone flower of California Sunset. It smelled awesome. Can't wait for my blooms to open!
I've never had a cutting do that! Looks strange to see flowers with no leaves.
At least you've got one blooming though that does suck to have that many trees and only have 1 with blooms. Laugh.
I wish Lynn would do a top 10 for her favorite plumerias for scent and try and give a scent description! :)
Checked on my California Sunset at lunch before walking the pooch and discovered a couple of blooms had aborted before opening. Wah!
Hopefully I'll get some to open before the end of the season.
If not I can always enjoy looking at everyone's beautiful pics! :)
Thanks for posting all these beautiful blooms. And to think the winter no bloom blues is right around the corner. I have to live through your blooms.
Laura-you need to get a follow up to the cotton and show the HUGH bales going to the gin and it looks like it's snowing. If you think hay bales are big, don't compare to cotton. Peg
Everyone's pictures are amazing. I always get sad come Sept Oct as I know the seasons near an end. On the other had I am glad I do not really have to worry about watering the plumies or cleaning up after them..lol
Hong Kong is known as a 6 petal plumeria and even will have 7 or 8 at times. So 6 is her norm. Post a pic of your Metallica when you can
Here in southern Ventura County, there are still a lot of flowers blooming. Some are on their last flowers, some are just starting.
Guillot's Sunset, like the man himself, is still going strong. A new inflo is ready to open its first bloom.
Hilo Beauty should be opening it's first bloom this week, too. The following are still going strong:
Lani's Beauty has more blooms than ever, and they're bigger, pinker, and more dramatic.
Kimi Moragne and My Valentine are still at it:
The biggest surprise is what was supposed to be a Maui Beauty. It started blooming first, and is still at it, with two inflos of non-stop flowers. It kills me that I accidentally broke off a third inflo when I was placing it. Does anybody have any idea what this is? Big 4" blooms, really long lasting, always blooming, fragrant and beautiful. I wonder if it can be a Moragne? If anyone knows, I'd love to hear. This is a great one.
Dean Conklin (with a plumie protector mantis) is still at it.
These are winding down - California Sunset and Katie Moragne. Two of my favorites.
And a yellow and white is still at it (all three yellow and white trees I have - don't ask!), in front of a wall of passionfruit flowers, with banana and plantain behind it and young Majestic palm and a young California Coconut palm (just off frame) on the side.
Here are the heartbreaks. Kauka WIlder has a lone flower. I put her behind a window that I can open it anytime and smell the coconut suntan lotion scent. There are a couple of little buds following it, but her days of giant clumps of fragrant blooms are gone for the year.
Here is the biggest heartbreak. I got this as a Pop's Red, and suspect it's not, but it's my second favorite flower. Why? The cameras (I've tried three differnt ones) totally fail to capture the color on this big beautiful blossom. It's like crimson and deep deep magenta on velvet petals. WIth all the pinks and reds I have, this one beckons from across the yard and you can't miss it. One bloom now and maybe two or three more left. I'll miss this one. It's about 6 feet tall, not too many branches. Can't wait till it's a huge tree, it will be a stunner. It even has it's own plumie protector outside the pic - a giant orange spider. (I know, that's for the plumie protector thread, I'll add a pic of this guy to that thread soon!)
My Jeannie M.s are slowing down. Lucky I have three (I promise I'll explain sometime, I didn't plan three), but I will miss these soon.
And finally, with the last Jeannie flowers, I couldn't help but get another plumie protector in the shot, cause I know he's gonna miss them too.
Here are the blooms (and some new seed pods) from the season so far:
Katie M seed pod
seedling (sold as Kauka Orange Donald)
EWC#3 seed pod
Aloha seedling (smells wonderful!!)
Mele Matson seedling
IP Peach seedling
Polynesian Sunset
J105 (love both the look and smell of this one)
IP Peach seedling
Katie Moragne
Aztec Gold
seedling (sold as Kauka Orange Donald)
Celadine (excellent bloomer)
Orange Zest
Kimo (first bloom - it darkened up on other inflos)
Love all of the pics!!!
Here are a few of my Kimi Moragne that opened a few days ago..
Take care,
Photobucket is not working properly... i tried to add some other pics.. and it iss messinng up... so here is one. i will post tomorrow..
I love all the photos! Thanks, everyone!
You didn't mention Kimi Moragne's scent. ;)
My California Sunset is finally opening. Woo hoo!
Phet Pachara is just starting to push up an inflo.
Very excited about this one however I doubt I'll see blooms this year. :(
Still I'm bringing it inside at night and growing it under a fluorescent light just in case. Laugh.
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Thanks James!!
My trees are still going strong and i have many new inflos.. My Kimi is wanting to open even more and i have to leave tomorrow.. darn...
Divine is getting ready to open new blooms as well as Taj Mahal. I am so excited about these and the Hong Kong is growing well too! Mahalo!!
Robert.. I will post some more pics.. hopefully PhotoBucket will work a little better for me tonight. It was having issues last night and i just gave up.
Here are some more pics...
Robert.. I an going out right now and take another check on the scent... just for you!!
Ok.. Im back!! : ) It smells right now of a very fragrant sweet perfume scent. I wish i could describe it better than that, but it just has this wonderful sweet scent.
Im sure the neighbors are wondering about me again!! LOL.. it is after midnight and i am outside smelling flowers with my flashlight!!! LMAO!!!
Take care,
Laura, you made me want to go out and smell mine! I have noticed that my flowers smell even more at night. It's only 9:30 here. I agree on the scent, I can't describe it better either. It's a sweet perfume scent. It does smell great and it is a beautiful flower. I have it next to a Katie Moragne and a Jeannie Moragne, and they are all great unique flowers. I'd hate to lose any of them.
I think nature plays a part in the strongest smell at night.. the natural pollination happens with the moths that help out mother nature come to enjoy the strongest scent at night. This is when the magic happens...
Take care everyone!!!
Yay! Thank you, Laura, for all the lovely new pics (and I see you have a big, furry, black plumie protector)! Also a big thank you for the scent description.
I cam across 4222 yesterday and it's also supposed to have a lovely perfume scent so of course it's also on my wish list. ;)
great photos everyone!!
Robert, your patience has paid off. Im happy your CA.S finally opened up.
The weather channel has been saying that our fall and early winter is expected to be warmer than normal because of, well scientific stuff i dont understand. LOL
Anyways looking at our 10 day forecast and seeing highs in the 80's and low in the 50's sure makes me think it will be. Good for plumeria I guess.
Thanks, Mike!
Yes. Looks like we're lucking out with our weather. I've been moving plumies all over the backyard following the sun. Laugh.
Your possible Ted Chinn is gorgeous. I love the red line around the leaves. My Phet Pachara has that along with red veins on the young leaves.
How do they smell? :)
Lazy, is that the Ted Chinn you were going to get rid of? It must have heard you, LOL! Decided it better show off before it got banished. Lovely inflo after all that waiting! And I agree with Robert about the beautiful red margin on the leaves.
Robert, you might just get that inflo to bloom if you bring it in at night. I think it's the shorter daylight hours, as well as the cooler night temps, that make them drop inflos. We'll keep our fingers crossed for Phet Pachara! I'd love to know if it smells as good as advertised. Was it from Brad's?
Laura, that Kimi is lovely. And I bet your neighbors would sneak over in the night to smell your plumies if they knew what they were missing! Gosh, some of your plants are getting really big now. Let's hope we get that extended warm fall they keep talking about!
Yay! Yes I'm hoping by me bringing Phet Pachara in at night and placing it under a light (might just set up another light over it!) it will bloom this year. I too am dying to know if its scent lives up to the hype or not. I did get it from Brad's. It arrived on 6/27/12 (gotta luv those plant nerds that write down the dates when plants arrive on their calendars!). ;)
Now I'm waiting to hear back from Florida Colors on their thoughts of 4222's scent. Laugh.
Here are a few of mine that bloomed or are blooming. Some are still pushing up infos and I don't know if those will bloom for me or not.
White Shell
Aztec Gold
Bali Whirl
Bonnie Fox
My Favorite: Butterfly Gold
Another Pic of Butterfly Gold
Carl Hendrix
San Miguel
Raspberry Sundae
Salmon Brown Seed Pods
Penang Peach
Madame Poni
My Valentine
Cookstown Sunset
Clare Corre
Our beds:
Another pic of our beds
Bill was right - they do become "Volkswagons"!!!
Hope y'all enjoy the eye candy. I know I have enjoyed all the blooms. Joan
Love your pic!!! Reds are my favs. Thanks for sharing.
Love your bloom pics, I agree with you on Butterfly Gold...amazing. Did you get your Bonnie fox from Matt or Suki?? Rosemary had BF from both. Great show thanks!!
Beautiful flower, how large is it, scent???
I agree with James..Joan, that Butterfly Gold is gorgeous!!!
George.. love all of your pics!!! Lovely!!!
Please keep them coming...
Love to see these beauties!!!
Bill? Hope all is well in Costa.. love to see some of your beauties.. Please? : )
No problem, James. I just got scared for a moment, thinking what pic did I post, and why are people suddenly asking about it? :) I had to do a double-take and realize there were two of us with somewhat similar names, but if I go with George, there are a bunch of Georges on this forum, too! So I guess we all have to get out glasses on when we get to this site! LOL
Well here are a few from Southern California along the coast. A warm end of summer that still remains unseasonably hot. All pictures from the last 4 or 5 days.
JJ Inner Peace:
Double Singapore with Thortons's Lemon Drop in the background:
Irma 5:
Samoan Fluff:
Jeannie Moragne:
And finally Pretty Princess... first year I ever got any decent flowers despite the fact the tree is not looking the happiest:
I bought my Bonnie Fox from Florida Colors and it is actually showing more color now than when I took the picture.
My Butterfly Gold is just beautiful. The pictures do not do it justice. I go out and just stand and look at it.
I have a few more that are blooming that I will have to post pictures of.
And by the way James I am in love with all your blooms. It seems like you are always posting a pic of something I have never seen or heard of and I just sit and drool all over my computer :)
Thanks for the compliment. I do love the Butterfly Gold. If you ever get a chance to get one, I would definitely recommend it. And I just love your Miami Rose and Hilo Beauty. My Hilo is just a cutting so hopefully in a year or two I will have blooms also!
Too funny, I don't think anyone can "out plumie" you. I got my Bonnie Fox, Butterfly Gold, Clare Corre and Japanese Lantern from Luc & Carol (FC) and all but Japanese Lantern have bloomed and are excellent plants. I just looked at my Japanese Lantern yesterday and saw it is pushing up an info but don't know if it will bloom before we have to put them in the greenhouse - 1st part of November here.
I'll try to get my other photos posted soon. Love to look at everyones blooms so it is nice to share mine too.
Sometimes I just sit here in awe as I can not even imagine having all those gorgeous flowers. Yes, I have the plants, just can't imagine them blooming like I see in all the photos you guys post. It's unbelievable! LOL
joan - Thanks so much for posting your pics.
I also got my Bonnie Fox from FC, grafted. Can't remember where I had originally seen the first photo of BF but I thought it was stunning and had to have it. Lo and behold, there it was when Carol updated their website! I'm going to keep this one in the greenhouse at work this winter and hopefully shorten her dormant period.
Do you remember the Raspberry Sundae photo that Jen posted from the PSA sale? Yours is an exact replica! It was another one that I had to have, so I purchased mine from Brad. Hopefully next year it will bloom and my North Carolina climate will give me the same look. Gorgeous! :)
James - a couple of months ago when I was whining about how badly I was wanting Musk Rainbow, you convinced me that it is a must have. But at the time I had a hard time obtaining it so it's tops on my list for next year.
Great photos everyone!
I didn't think my Bonnie Fox would bloom this year. It was just a stick last year so don't give up hope. It should bloom next year for you!
My Raspberry Sundae was beautiful when it bloomed but I was disappointed that it did not bloom longer. Some of my plummies have been blooming since Spring (Slaughter Pink, Dalat Girl, Salmon Brown) but this one only lasted a short time. But it was also the first time it bloomed so hopefully it will bloom again next year and last longer.
My husband and I smell differently. I can't smell Butterfly Gold but he said it is a sweet smell so I know it does smell and my sister also said it smelled sweet. (They look at me like what is wrong with you but my sinuses keep me from smelling sometimes). Now there are others that I can smell that he doesn't smell - go figure.
I don't remember what Raspberry Sundae smelled like. I will have to ask him when he gets home.
But their beauty definitely makes up for any smell and these are two of the prettious ones I have seen. That they smell good too just makes them that much better to me!
Mark, I'm not sure what your two photos are. It's very difficult to tell from one photo, though the white looks quite distinctive. The second one looks like it could be one of a dozen different plumies.
Joan--hubba, hubba! Fantastic collection you have! Of course BG is a knockout along with RS, but I also loved the Duke and My Valentine. In fact, some of them like Madame Poni, Clare Corre and MV look textbook-perfect. Hope the new PSA database project can use them!
Dang it, I need a bigger yard! Love the way you've clustered your plunged pots together.
MJ, how is it all yours look so, well, leafy? Like they're all very heavily branched. There doesn't seem to be a gangly plant in your bunch. Beautiful! Especially Irma 5 and Wildfire. Waiting for my Wildfire to grow has been like watching a glacier melt.
Today, I had flowers open on a new inflo in my mystery red plumeria (Gina?). This inflo looks better than the last (the flowers got very small and didn't last long in the previous inflo, which actually is still going).
These are big wide flowers.
I was surprised to find out that my Mardi Gras, which I didn't expect to bloom this year, has an inflo. And Hilo Beauty started blooming last week. Kaneohe Sunburst is still at it big time. And I have a Guillot's Sunset that should start blooming shortly. Still lots of the plumies are blooming as some are wrapping up for the year.
I made my first leis this week. It was easier than I thought, and took less flowers than I thought, which was good (I didn't think I'd have enough for one, but I was able to make two). Used mostly Lani's Beauty with Wildfire and Bali Gold. And some Rainbow 36.
But Kauka Wilder is on its last flower, and Katie and Kimi Moragne are almost done. My (possible) Pop's Red (my second favorite whatever it is) is having it's last hurrah - one last flower, opening tonight. This is my first year, I've never known what to expect. About 30 plumies are blooming right now, but it is starting to get colder.
SCORE! If that's Gina--heck, even if it isn't Gina--that is one gorgeous bloom on your mystery red! Maybe the seller confused "Jeannie" with "Gina".
Must have been some beautiful leis with that color combo you put together. Way to start off your obsession with a bang, George!
Thanks, Jandey. It's a six foot tree, not too many branches. I can't stop staring at these blooms. I remember how disappointed I was when it turned out it wasn't a Jeannie M. Not disappointed any more. I got seven trees and a cutting from this seller (one car trip, very full car), and even the cutting turned out to be something different. Next year, hopefully, the two that haven't opened will open. Could be anything, so I'm ready for a surprise! All the surprises have been very good.
Yep! love em all.
great job everyone. Mine are done for the year. most have had their hair cut for storage. Even thought they go in the greenhouse I helps make more room and cut down on bugs.
I do have one lone delightful flower that keeps looking and smelling great.
your plumeria patch is amazing!!
glad you got to enjoy that one before the cold snap. How cool you have a new inflo! All mine got a hair cut except for my Delightful and my White NOID. My NOID bloomed this time last year so I hoping it will do it again. Everything is in the garage for now until I can get them moved to the new greenhouse. Crazy that we are going back into the 80's by the weekend.
here is the lone delightful flower that has been open for a couple weeks now. still smells pretty good.
weve just come into blooming season i believe here in far north QLD australia. My plants are all quite young so i dont know if i will get any blooms. I hope i do. I have a white and yellow and an australian fruit salad. I gave my mother a white and yellow also. Id love a sunset or peach coloured one but have never seen them in the shops here...would probably have to buy seeds or rooted cuttings online. I saw one labled dragons blood today with a very dark pinky red flower...was quite nice looking...tempting :P It was great looking at everyones beautiful pics though...i have been a silent forum follower here at Plumeria for awhile while busy posting over at the Adenium forum. :P thought id come out of the shadows and say something :P
Always great to be reminded that the growing season is just starting for some folks while ours is winding down. :)
I hope you get some blooms this year and score some cool finds!
I keep reading about how great Duke's scent is...I might just have to put it on my wish list. ;)
Sbrow, have you seen this website: Sunshine Coast Frangipani? They have Penang Peach, which is a favorite for many of us. See link below.
Here is a link that might be useful: Sunshine Coast plumerias
I got a first bloom on my Kaneohe Sunburst today!!! The lighting wouldn't let my camera capture the deepness of the pink and I had to make sure you could see the yellow to orange center - this bloom is amazingly saturated with color, the picture doesn't do it justice. I have another bud to open soon but I didn't want to miss this one.
A bit dark but the pink is even darker than that!
I'll see if I can get a more accurate color on this bud or the next, it was raining and overcast, getting dark. This one is HIGH up on my list of favorites. It smells wonderful too, and to me it smelled like classic plumeria with a little bit of coconut or something just a tad extra.
OHHHHH Emily..
I just love the colors!!! Huge smiles here on that one!!!
Sarah... Welcome to the Plumeria Forum!!
I did see you post over at the DR forum and i appreciate the kind comments on my thread. Ill b there later to post under you!! I also hope you see blooms soon!
Please keep posting... it is nice to see you here!!
Take care everyone!!
Jen.. just in case you missed my post about Kimi.. She is grafted.. I was having a moment when i was out on a trip and i was thinking of Katie.. she is not ggrafted.. but Kimi is. I bought her from FC. LOVE HER!!
Night all,
Here's my 'Come on, already!' Laugh.
I've got today and tomorrow before the cold front hits.
I've been growing my Phet Pachara outside in the sun during the warm days and under the fluorescent lights at night and it has paid off. Any day now it will open...right? :)
My hope is it will open outside while it's warm and not inside. I'm growing it for the fragrance and I know the best fragrance will be outside but I'll take whatever I can get. ;)
Robert, I think I'm almost as excited to see those blooms as you are! The buds look intriguing. Your plants in the background look great, too.
Bracing for the cold front tomorrow night. Elucas warned me winds will be up to 30mph here. Would probably help if I turned on the t.v. to check the weather every now and then!
We're both excited! :)
Yes. I love the dark pink forming on the buds. I doubt it will open outside with the fast moving cold front coming our way. It's currently out on the back deck however I'll move it back under the lights inside at lunch since our temps are supposed to plummet. :(
Sucks cuz I have several blooms on my California Sunset (I picked one to bring to work with me). Guess I'll give it a haircut tonight before shoving it down in the basement.
Yesterday I noticed a tiny inflo developing on my Dwarf Deciduous White. I plan on growing it under the lights in the basement. Hopefully I can keep the inflo until next year. :)
I also have a gigantic Betty Marshall Brugmansia in full bloom growing in the ground that I'll have to cut back and dig up come tomorrow. Looks like we have a busy weekend ahead!
Mike that's an impressive inflo! looks like it's a reliable seeds producer too.
I have a "last hurrah" I'd like to add. I bought this rooted plant 2 weeks ago. There were a lot of buds on the original stock photo but by the time the plant made it to me, most of buds had broken off :(
I've always wanted to smell the fragrant from Vera Cruz Rose. I had hope that the inflo on this plant would last me through a couple of a months in the winter time. I guess it's not going to happen.
Fuzzy's photo listing:
My VCR as of Sunday (10/28/2012)
I really enjoy the fragrant from this bloom. The plant is also very robust! This makes it even more exciting to look forward to see her in full bloom again!
Robert, Kenny. Those are some great plants you have there. VCR is one I would like to get.
Looks like us Okies can grow some plumeria, LOL.
I was at Southwood yesterday and they still have that big Scentsational. One of you needs to get it so I can quit thinking about it. $40 isnt too bad for the size of it.
VCR's very fragrant and smells just like a rose. Even with just this single bloom I can still detect faint whiff of it from a distance. I know a vendor in Oahu who sells VCR cutting for $16. If you want it, let me know and I'll be happy to pick one up for you when I'm there.
Wow!! that Scentational is still there? I kinda wanted to get it last month but it wasn't on sale. $40 seems reasonable enough! :) Did you see that giant plumeria plant I found in the Asian market around here? Could it be a promising sign plumerias will soon be available in our state? LOL
Hey guys. I guess i missed this over the weekend but Im glad to see you got it Kenny. It has pretty good shape too.
It was tucked in with all the succulents in the north west greenhouse kinda pushed up against the wall.
We really need to get with them around February or so and see if we can put in a request for types. We might even be able to pre-order.
My Inca Gold I got finally gave up so Ill be looking to replace it with another yellow for sure.


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If you had—or wanted—a loft bed back in college or in your first apartment, then this is a project you're going to like. But your kids will probably like it more because it's cool, fun, and their friends probably won't have one. This loft bed is designed to open up floor space usually consumed by a bed. It also provides a location underneath it for a kid or kids to play, do activities or set up a desk. And, it because it ties in with the wall, it can work for kids of all ages.Because you can tie into the wall, this loft bed probably has a little more oomph than the one you might have built with your old roommate. And, a built-in safety rail adds an extra layer of protection for younger kids. While you can make the bed to your own specifications following the techniques below, the bed design here is based on a twin-sized mattress, which is 39" x 75".The outside dimensions of the bed frame are 48 3/4" x 80", which allows room up top for books, a drink, and a little extra room for the bedding to drape when the bed is made. Your little princess or prince will love climbing the ladder to get in bed. Safety Note: Never attach hooks or handles to the loft bed and do not hang items from it, including rope and belts. Children can catch themselves on these items when playing or in the event that an accidental fall occurs.From: Complete Guide to Custom Shelves & Built-Ins, 978-1-58923-303-4
Miter sawTable sawCircular sawDrill/driverLevelStud finderHammerTape measureNail setPneumatic nailer/compressorRouter and bitsSanderCarpenter's squareShooting board or straightedge
(2) 3/4" x 4 x 8 ft. maple plywood(6) 1 x 2 x 8 ft. maple(4) 1 x 6 x 8 ft. maple(3) 2 x 2 x 8 ft. pineBrass screws with grommet washersDeck screwsTrim head wood screwsFinishing materials[IMG] LOFT_BED_02.AICutting ListPart No. Desc. Size MaterialA 1 Box front 3⁄4 x 8 x 80" Maple plywoodB 1 Box end–left 3⁄4 x 8 x 48" Maple plywoodC 1 Box back 3⁄4 x 5 3⁄4 x 78 1⁄2" Maple plywoodD 1 Box end–right 3⁄4 x 5 3⁄4 x 48 Maple plywoodE 1 Box bottom 3⁄4 x 48 x 80" Maple plywoodF 2 Box/rail cap–front 3⁄4 x 1 1⁄2 x 80" 1 x 2 mapleG 2 Box cap–end 3⁄4 x 1 1⁄2 x 48" 1 x 2 mapleH 1 Box cap–back 3⁄4 x 1 1⁄2 x 78 1⁄2 1 x 2 mapleI 1 Rail cap–end 3⁄4 x 1 1⁄2 x 30 1⁄4 1 x 2 mapleJ 10 Rail post 3⁄4 x 1 1⁄2 x 4 1 x 2 mapleK 2 Ladder leg–short 3⁄4 x 5 1⁄2 x 59 1⁄2" 1 x 6 mapleL 2 Ladder leg–long 3⁄4 x 5 1⁄2 x 79 1⁄4" 1 x 6 mapleM 6 Ladder rung 3⁄4 x 1 1⁄2 x 24 1 x 2 mapleN 2 Ladder filler 3⁄4 x 5 1⁄2 x 6 1⁄2" 1 x 6 mapleO 8 Ladder filler 3⁄4 x 5 1⁄2 x 10 1⁄2" 1 x 6 mapleP 2 Ladder filler 3⁄4 x 5 1⁄2 x 3 1⁄2 1 x 6 mapleQ 2 Cleat–long 1 1⁄2 x 1 1⁄2 x 79 1⁄4 2 x 2 maple (or pine)R 5 Cleat–short 1 1⁄2 x 1 1⁄2 x 45 2 x 2 maple (or pine)
The ladder/post is made from built-up 1 x 6 maple boards. The rungs are 1 x 2 maple boards with bull-nosed edges. To simplify the machining, cut the bullnoses by profiling all four edges of your 8-ft. 1 x 2 stock on a router table fitted with a 3/8" roundover bit. The rungs should have a more pronounced bullnose than the top of the 1 x 2 box caps. Then cut the rungs to length with a miter saw or power miter saw (a stop block is a good idea for ensuring uniform lengths).
Cut the ladder legs and ladder blocks to length from 1 x 6 maple stock. Arrange the shorter legs on a flat surface with the outside edges 24" apart and the end flush. Make sure legs stay parallel at all times. Install the 6 1/2" blocks first flush with the top ends of the legs. Use glue and a couple of finish nails or pneumatic nails to secure the blocks. Then begin working downward, adding rungs and blocks.
Fasten the longer legs over the assembly, sandwiching the blocks and rung ends between 1 x 6 legs. The extra 15" of length should be at the top of the longer legs.
Before installing the loft bed, apply your finish of choice (a few coats of durable polyurethane varnish is a good option). Pre-assemble the long side cleat and short side cleat into an L-shape, using glue and 3" deck screws. Attach the cleat to the wall at the mattress box layout lines. Apply panel adhesive to the back faces of the cleats before installing. Attach with 3/8 x 3 1/2" countersunk lag screws with washer at each stud location.
Clamp a long 2 x 4 to the front face of the mattress box so the 2 x 4 will support the front at roughly the correct height when it is installed. With a couple of helpers (or more), raise the box and rest the back and right end on the walls cleats, making sure the box is square to the corners and flush against the walls. Place a level on the box and adjust the clamp and 2 x 4 brace so the box is level. Once the mattress box is level, face-nail through the front and left ends of the box and into the wall cleats to hold the bed in place. After the ladder is secured and attached to the bed it will be safe enough to go topside and drive some nails through the box bottom and into the wall cleats.
Position the ladder under the mattress support box. Make sure that the right side of the ladder is flush with the long, outside edge of the mattress support box. Plumb it and fasten using glue and screws. The short legs of the ladder create a ledge to help support the free end of the box. Drive 3 1/2" brass screws with grommet washers through the ladder leg and upper ladder block at 8" intervals to secure the ladder (which functions as a post) to the mattress box. Locate the screws so they hit the 2 x 2 cleat at the bottom, inside edge of the box. Also drive a few countersunk 2" screws down through the plywood box bottom and into the top ends of the short legs.
Double-check the ladder to make sure it is plumb and then screw the sixth ladder rung to the floor, directly behind the bottom of the ladder, laying flat. The ends of the rungs should be flush with the outside faces of the ladder legs. Drive screws or nails through the rungs and into the bottoms of the legs to prevent the ladder from moving. Also attach the top ends of the long ladder legs to the top railing caps with trim-head screws. Drive a few extra nails through the box bottom and into the cleats, remove the temporary 2 x 4 brace, and add your mattress.
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The Dark at the End of the Tunnel . . . A National and Personal Dilemma
More than twenty million Americans are suffering from depression severe enough to need help. Feelings of depression are often related to an event or series of events in one's life.
Divorce, the death of a loved one, the loss of a friendship, or failing to achieve an important goal will sometimes trigger a bout of depression that may linger for an extended period of time. This is especially true if the person feels a sense of guilt, shame, resentment, or betrayal due to what has occurred. Fortunately, there are things we can do to resolve depressed feelings and to improve our outlook on life. Nearly all depression responds to healthy choices and professional intervention.
Skilled therapists work with depressed individuals to:
- resolve problems that contribute to depression.
- identify thinking patterns that contribute to depressed feelings.
- suggest ways to improve relationships with other people.
- help depressed people to regain a sense of control and pleasure.
- set realistic goals and identify options for the future.
- help depressed people to bring enjoyable activities back into their lives.
TO BE WORTH LIVING, life needs meaning and value. Otherwise we feel chronic emptiness and a sense of despair. To overcome depression, we must search to find reasons for living. This can lead to an increased awareness of our worth and potential. We can find answers to the anxieties and frustrations that cause us to see nothing but the "dark at the end of the tunnel."
Symptoms of Depression Include:
- Persistent sad or "empty" mood
- Loss of interest or pleasure in ordinary activities, including sex
- Decreased energy, fatigue, being "slowed down"
- Sleep disturbances (insomnia or oversleeping)
- Eating disturbances (loss of appetite and weight, or weight gain)
- Excessive crying
- Difficulty concentrating, remembering, making decisions
- Feelings of hopelessness, pessimism
- Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness
- Irritability
- Aches and pains that don't respond to treatment
- Thoughts of death or suicide, suicide attempts
Unlocking the door . . .
Family or marital therapy may help individuals affected by depression to learn effective ways to live together. Therapy can also provide an opportunity for individuals who have never experienced depression to learn more about it and to identify constructive ways to support a loved one who is suffering from depression.
Are medications useful for treating depression?
Medications can be very helpful for reducing the symptoms of depression. Many health care providers treating depression favor using a combination of therapy and medication.


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I had phone/sim contract coming to an end so said im moving to Orange, and i was getting cashback. sot they also threw in £11 cashback (offset against my monthly £5.99 payments)
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text: 'The Hobbit' holds No. 1 spot, 'Jack Reacher' and 'This is 40' disappointBy Lindsey Bahr, EW.comUpdated 1341 GMT (2141 HKT) December 24, 2012Just WatchedCast: 'Hobbit' technology draws you inreplayMore Videos ...Cast: 'Hobbit' technology draws you in 03:49Story highlights"The Hobbit" experienced a significant 57% drop off in its second week"Jack Reacher" opened this past weekend in second place with a modest $15.6 millionJudd Apatow's "This is 40" also opened this weekend at $12 million to take third placeIt was a fairly slow weekend at the box office.Despite a record-breaking opening, "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" experienced a significant 57% drop off in its second week, bringing in an estimated $36.7 million, with an $8,952 per screen average. This brings "The Hobbit's" ten-day gross to $149.9 million, tracking about 8% behind "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King's" ten-day gross.Paramount's "Jack Reacher" (Cinema Score: A-) opened this past weekend in second place with a modest $15.6 million. Based on the popular Lee Child-created character, the Tom Cruise action flick has been somewhat of a box office wild card and will have to struggle to maintain momentum to make up the costs for the $60 million production. The weekend prior to the Christmas holiday isn't usually the strongest at the box office, but last year Cruise's "Mission: Impossible -- Ghost Protocol" opened wide on December 21 at $29.6 million. As many have already mentioned, "Jack Reacher" fans are perhaps put off by the casting, since the character is supposed to be physically imposing at 6'5″.Judd Apatow's comedy "This is 40" (Cinema Score: B-) also opened this weekend at $12 million to take third place. Though not abysmal, it doesn't hold a candle to the $22.7 million, number one opening for "Funny People," Apatow's last directorial effort. But of course, "Funny People" starred Adam Sandler, which likely contributed to the strong opening. Just Watched'Hobbit' stars weigh in on 3-D criticsreplayMore Videos ...'Hobbit' stars weigh in on 3-D critics 02:16PLAY VIDEOJust WatchedStars reveal Tolkien power wish listreplayMore Videos ...Stars reveal Tolkien power wish list 01:12PLAY VIDEOJust WatchedPeter Jackson: Iconic moments are vitalreplayMore Videos ...Peter Jackson: Iconic moments are vital 02:01PLAY VIDEOA sort of-sequel to "Knocked Up" (which opened at $30.7 million), "This is 40" stars Paul Rudd, Leslie Mann, and Albert Brooks, and boasts an impressively large cast including John Lithgow, Jason Segel, Chris O'Dowd, Megan Fox, Michael Ian Black, and Lena Dunham. But the 134-minute run time and Paul Rudd's relatively low box office draw may have contributed to the low first weekend earnings.Things did not fare as well for other weekend openings, including the Barbara Streisand and Seth Rogen road trip comedy "The Guilt Trip" (Cinema Score: B-) and "Monsters, Inc. 3D," both of which failed to break the top five, bringing in $5.4 million and $5 million, respectively.Showing in 356 fewer theaters this week, "Rise of the Guardians" dropped from the number two spot to fourth place with $5.9 million, a 17% drop off from the previous week. "Lincoln," now in its seventh week, just barely took the fifth spot with $5.6 million, bringing its domestic total gross to $116.8 million."Skyfall" dropped off the top five for the first time since it went wide. It still made $4.7 million and continues to add to its franchise topping gross of $279.8 million. "Life of Pi" also fell to ninth place after maintaining a steady hold of the fifth place spot for its first four weeks in theaters.1. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey -- $36.7 million2. Jack Reacher -- $15.6 million3. This Is 40 -- $12 million4. The Rise of the Guardians -- $5.9 million5. Lincoln -- $5.6 million"The Impossible," the Naomi Watts drama about a family struggling to survive the 2004 Tsunami, opened this weekend in limited release and earned $138,750 for a respectable $9,250 per screen average. Kathryn Bigelow's "Zero Dark Thirty" (out nationwide January 11) also opened in five theaters in Los Angeles and New York with an impressive $82,000 per theater average, bringing in a total of $410,000.See the original article at EW.com.More from showbizWhat to look forward to in 2015The sexiest night on TVWhy we're obsessed with spiesPowered by Livefyre


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Article brought to you by: Catholic Online (www.catholic.org)Iranian president Ahmadinejad makes ominous statements about 'new order'
By Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)
September 26th, 2012 Catholic Online (www.catholic.org) Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad made some ominous comments at a recent press conference. Asked the usual questions about his nation's nuclear program and the death toll in neighboring Syria, Ahmadinejad tuned the conversation to the topic of a "new order" that would replace the current era of purported U.S. bullying. LOS ANGELES, CA (Catholic Online) - Ahmadinejad appeared bored when the topic of Iran's nuclear program and the possibility of impending war, he said he would much rather be talking about his vision of what the next world order might be.His vision is one in which the U.S. and the traditional powers play a smaller role and every country has equal standing - with the exception of Israel. "God willing, a new order will come and will do away with ... everything that distances us," Ahmadinejad told The Associated Press this week. Speaking through a translator, Ahmadinejad said that "All of the animosity, all of the lack of sincerity will come to an end. It will institute fairness and justice. "Now even elementary school kids throughout the world have understood that the United States government is following an international policy of bullying," he said. "I do believe the system of empires has reached the end of the road. The world can no longer see an emperor commanding it." Held on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, it was Ahmadinejad's last as president of Iran. Addressing the Syrian civil war, he dismissed the question of Iran's nuclear ambition and claimed that despite Western sanctions, his country is far better off than it was when he took office in 2005. U.S. President Barack Obama had warned Iran that time is running out to resolve the dispute over its nuclear program in his speech to the General Assembly. Obama has made it clear that the U.S. could not tolerate an Iran with atomic weapons. Ahmadinejad would not respond directly to the president's remarks, saying he did not want to influence the U.S. presidential election in November. He dismissed the outcry over his country's nuclear enrichment program as merely an excuse by the West to dominate his country. He claimed that the United States has never accepted Iran's choice of government after the 1979 Islamic revolution. "Everyone is aware the nuclear issue is the imposition of the will of the United States," he said. "I see the nuclear issue as a non-issue. It has become a form of one-upmanship." Ahmadinejad says he favors more dialogue, even though negotiations with world powers remain stalled after three rounds of high-level meetings since April. He said some world leaders have advised that Iran would be better off holding nuclear talks only with the United States. "Of course I am not dismissing such talks," he said, asked if he were open to discussions with the winner of the American presidential election. . Article brought to you by: Catholic Online (www.catholic.org) |


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Monthly Archive for September, 2010
Friends of Music up for Pepsi grant, too
A message from the North Colonie Friends of Music, a booster organization: North Colonie Friends of Music, a 501(c)(3) organization, is a group of parents, students and teachers whose mission is "to encourage and support music education, music programs, and performance opportunities in the North Colonie School District." We are currently in the running to […]
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Home haircuts or 'I'm sorry, Andrew and Matilda'
I've cut Andrew's hair on my own, with mixed results, since the beginning. I've only ever trimmed Matilda's bangs, as I was afraid to touch all those golden curls with scissors. (A friend told me she had curly hair as a baby until the first time it was cut. The curls never came back. But […]
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And the winner gets … homework books
Congratulations to Kay, who won our giveaway of two books to help parents help with homework. Here was her answer to the burning question, Which math operation have you actually used regularly in your life since leaving school? Metric conversion. I remember saying to myself "when the heck will I ever need this – I […]
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Don't forget this week's True Mom Confessions
The topic this week is about when you took a hard stance with your kid and then backed off. Make sure you get yours in before Friday's Top 10, and try not to get yourself in the "I don't get True Mom Confessions" hall of fame.
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Your child isn't popular? At least they won't get the flu
Take a look at this health study.
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Try skin glue — and other parenting advice from LeAnn Rimes
LeAnn Rimes is in hot water with Eddie Cibrian's ex, Brandi Glanville, because one of Cibrian and Glanville's sons had to go to the ER with a cut he obtained while with Rimes. Read about it on Perez Hilton's blog. And on the Us Weekly website. Glanville called Rimes a bad parent. But I'm thinking […]
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Is the Church of Body Modification enough to override school rules?
Check out this story about a 14-year-old girl from North Carolina, who's trying to keep her nose piercing even though it violates school policy. (I find the policy questionable to begin with.) Anyway, she and her mother are apparently members of the Church of Body Modification, and so they're arguing the girl has a religious […]
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Naughty Mommy Time: fantasy worlds
The Stir has a post called "How to have sex with a stranger — guilt and STD free." It's all about fantasies, and how they're a healthy, normal part of life. It also lists five common fantasy themes: The Dominatrix (I do like control.) An Anonymous Tryst (Never. I need an emotional connection.) Submissive Sex […]
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When your family hates your baby's name
Interesting post here from Parent Dish on a mom-to-be who has selected the name Bodhi for her son, but no one else in the family likes it. A friend of mine just had a family member select a name for her child that no one in the family likes. I won't put the name out […]
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Kids say …
Yesterday my husband was taking the kids out for a stroll late in the day, and he was talking to them about the clouds and the sky, and they were pointing up and saying "clouds" and "sky" for most of the walk. Then he noticed the moon was just starting to faintly appear, and so […]
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Alter Bridge are the American band made up of former members of Creed and Myles Lewis of The Mayfield Four who have become known as one of the biggest names around. The rock supergroup will be performing some of the huge tracks from their albums 'One Day Remains' and most recent release 'Blackbird' in some truly amazing gigs. Alter Bridge tickets are bound to be popular so don't miss out on seeing one of their huge arena shows.
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Abramson: Obama Administration Has 'Put A Freeze' On Journalists
Former executive editor of The New York Times, Jill Abramson, spoke of being "fired" from the paper in May, and also her belief that the Obama White House is the most secretive administration she ever dealt with in her career.
Report: US Drone Policy A 'Slippery Slope' Toward 'Continual Conflict'
One year after President Obama vowed to create greater transparency and guidelines for drone strikes, a new bipartisan report from senior military and intelligence officials warns the "secret war" of lethal drone strikes risks putting the U.S. on a "slippery slope" toward perpetual war.
Veteran White House Correspondents: Obama 'Least Accessible' Of Any President
Three past presidents and veterans of The White House Correspondents Association agreed that Barack Obama is the "least accessible" of any modern president.
AP Chief Urges Obama Against Using 'National Security' To Conceal Transparency
The Associated Press' executive editor called on governments around the world to support an independent press, warning Monday that efforts to silence the media through intimidation and violence are "in effect an attack on a nation's people."
Twitter Threatens To Sue Obama Administration Over Gov't Surveillance Requests
Twitter is prepared to sue the Obama administration for the right to disclose more detailed information on surveillance requests it receives from the government.
House Intel Chair: Obama's Drone Policy Changes Put 'American Lives At Risk'
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Mike Rogers, R-Mich., cautioned against "self-imposed red tape" on U.S. drone strikes, saying that restrictions on the targeted strikes puts "Americans' lives at risk."
Poll: Only 11 Percent Say NSA Now Less Likely To Monitor Americans' Phone Calls
Despite President Barack Obama's vow for greater "transparency" and tighter National Security Agency restrictions, only 11 percent of American voters think the government is now less likely to monitor their private phone calls.
Despite Vow Of Transparency, White House Declines Comment On Drone Attack
The White House is declining to confirm reports that a U.S. drone killed the Pakistani Taliban's second-in-command.
Obama Administration Censored, Withheld Record Amount Of Government Documents In 2012
The Obama administration answered more requests from the public to see government records under the Freedom of Information Act last year, but more often than it ever has it cited legal exceptions to censor or withhold the material, according to a new analysis by The Associated Press. It frequently cited the need to protect national security and internal deliberations.
Dan Rather: Obama Hasn't Met Promises, Has 'Delivered Less Transparency'
Longtime reporter Dan Rather stated that he believes President Obama has been "fairly good" in office, but that he has broken his promise of increased transparency in The White House.


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Sydney Incognita organises private and small group tours, in English, German and Dutch. They offer Sydney highlight tours, and also specialise in tailor made excursions.
Discover with them the eventful past of this ex-convicts' settlement and explore the cultural Sydney of the present. Listen to the historical details and stories of this magnificent harbour city. The Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, The Rocks, Manly, Bondi, Watsons Bay, the Blue Mountains and much more is on offer: they look after you during half day and full day excursions, during city and bush walks and minibus excursions in and around Sydney.
As German-Australian citizens, they know Sydney's and Australia's sights, history and living habits. This is their home.
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Rocks Tour Read More Hide Sydney 1788. Captain Arthur Phillip reaches Sydney with the First Fleet. 1350 convicts, seamen and settlers arrived at their new home. Sydney Cove and The Rocks bear witness of the beginnings of this new penal settlement. Walk through small alleys passed old buildings. Listen to stories of early life and survival. And then the present Rocks: the Rocks Markets, museums and galleries, concerts, festivals, restaurants and pubs. Look forward to Sydney Incognita - the unknown Sydney - at The Rocks. |
Sydney Highlights Read More Hide City walk including the most famous sites in Sydney. Visit The Rocks, Circular Quay, Queen Victoria Building, St. James Church (outside), Hyde Park Barracks (outside) and the Botanic Gardens. Hear stories about life in the early days of Sydney and enjoy the buildings and parks. An eye opening walk through the history of this fabulous Harbour City, changing from a penal colony to a world city. Be amazed at this Sydney Incognita - the unknown Sydney - City Highlights. |
Watsons Bay and South Head Read More Hide Food and water shortage forced Captain Phillip to leave Botany Bay in January 1788. Sailing up the coast, he found the entrance to 'the finest harbour in the world'. He stayed here, at Camp Cove, before heading further into the harbour and into Sydney Cove. Camp Cove, Watsons Bay and South Head offer stunning views of the city, the harbour and the coastline. Remnants of harbour defences, lighthouses and shipwrecks bear witness to the rough past. Enjoy a ferry trip from Circular Quay to Watsons Bay. Then walk along the coastline and take in the history, stories and views. If you love eating fish, you might want to stay for lunch at Doyles Restaurant at Watsons Bay, Sydney's most famous fish restaurant (optional). |
Northern Beaches Tour Read More Hide Sydney offers some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Start with breakfast at Balmoral. Watch the morning activities on the beach while you enjoy your coffee and breakfast. After a short walk, they head for Manly. Stops along the way offer fabulous views of the harbour and the coast. A short stroll along the Corso and Manly Beach and they continue to Barrenjoey Head. A 1.5 hour round trip walk brings you to the light house with breathtaking views of the coastline. If you are lucky, you can watch the humpback whales (April to December). They also offer the possibility for a swim in the ocean, so don't forget to bring a towel and your swimmers! A barbecue lunch is included. |
Blue Mountains Tour Read More Hide World Heritage listed and only 80 kilometres from Sydney. Steep cliffs, waterfalls, pure nature. In 1815, Lawson, Wentworth and Blaxland crossed this mountain range while searching for new pasture for the expanding colony. After a short stop at Homebush, site of the Olympic Games 2000, spend the rest of the day in this fascinating mountain region: Wentworth Falls, Leura, Katoomba and Blackheath. Discover fabulous viewing points and take in the beautiful scenery. Return travel is via Mount Tomah Botanic Gardens. Enjoy a real hot chocolate (included), stops for coffee and lunch (at own expense), and browsing through boutiques. Optional: at Scenic World, descend to the valley floor on board the steepest railway in the world (or for those who prefer by cableway). |
Experienc Australia - Animals and Culture Read More Hide Travel north passed the Hawkesbury River and the Ku-Ring-Gai National Park and stop near Gosford to visit an Aboriginal rock carving. After a short visit to the Mount Penang Gardens (time and weather permitting) arrive at the Australian Reptile Park, famous for breeding, research and venom extraction. It offers a 'hands-on' experience. Short 15 minute demonstrations explain the life and habits of reptiles, spiders, snakes, wombats, koalas and Tasmanian Devils. Check out the Spider World exhibition and the Reptile House. Pet and feed the kangaroos that roam around freely and pet a Koala (photo opportunity, included). There are also short bush walks that lead you past bird enclosures and through Australian bush. A barbecue lunch is included in the tour. |


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- Projects
- Fate and Transport Studies
- Wolf Creek Watershed Restoration
- Microbial Tracking in Maumee Bay
- Alternative Landfill Cover Design
- Passive Treatment of Arsenic
E. Coli Transport in Fields
Modeling Mesocosm Flows - Staff
- Publications and Reports
- Stranahan Arboretum
Environmental Remediation & Restoration Lab
Research and Teaching Interests
The Environmental Remediation and Restoration Laboratory is under the direction of Daryl F. Dwyer, Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences and Director of the Stranahan Arboretum. Research projects focus on investigating and modeling the interactions of soil, water, microorganisms and plants for the purpose of protecting our environment, mitigating pollution, and restoring degraded sites, ideally by incorporating native plants. Current and past funding has come from United States Department of Agriculture, National Resource Conservation Service, Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Lake Erie Protection Fund, and Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments.
Our mission is to investigate ecological and environmental principles to develop sustainable technologies that can be used to remediate human-induced environmental contamination and restore native habitat at ecologically degraded sites.