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Although the marriage and death of the 19th-century Bostonian Marian "Clover" Adams were well documented, it was the story that hadn't been told that most fascinated Dr. Natalie Dykstra of the Hope College English faculty.
In telling it in her newly published biography "Clover Adams: A Gilded and Heartbreaking Life" (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt), Dykstra had a crucial ally: Clover Adams herself, whose letters and artistic eye, as expressed in her portrait and landscape photography, provide a new and compelling view of her life.
The result, according to "Library Journal," "reads as well as any page-turning novel," while Booklist has said, "Dykstra's contextually rich and psychologically discerning portrait of an underappreciated luminary is enlightening and affecting."
Clover Adams was born to a prominent Boston family in 1843 and at 28 married Henry Adams, a respected historian and writer who was descended from two U.S. presidents. The couple's Washington, D.C., home hosted the city's intellectual and political elite. By the standards of the day, Clover Adams seemed to have everything, and yet in 1885, at age 42, she succumbed to depression and took her own life by drinking a poisonous chemical she used to develop her photographs.
Dykstra was interested in better understanding the fascinating woman who had been overshadowed by her marriage and the circumstances of her death. For a decade, she has dedicated herself to reviewing a rich mix of primary sources, including previously unknown family letters and a unique visual record: the 113 photographs that Clover had taken and developed herself in the last two years of her life, images that were technically and artistically remarkable, skillfully composed and accompanied by meticulous notes. The materials provided insight not only into Clover's life, but into her sharp mind and sensitive spirit.
"Clover was known for her marriage and for committing suicide. The last act of her life had defined her, and she'd become no more than an emblem of loss and suffering," said Dykstra, an associate professor of English who has taught at Hope since 2000. "This seemed so unfair. I tried to stay close to her words and her photographs and to understand these sources as fully as possible to see her life from her point of view."
Where Dykstra had seen Clover sometimes characterized as physically fragile or weak, Clover's letters and photographs—several of the latter are in the book--told a different story.
"She was far from that. She was an athlete. She was fearless on horseback. She was engaged by her world," Dykstra said. "She was this very vibrant person, with a sharp wit, who in her last years sank into a depression that engulfed her."
One of Clover's photographs, for example, shows three dogs posed at tea, an image, Dykstra said, created as "a send-up of a social convention she occasionally found tedious." Another shows graves at Arlington National Cemetery, accompanied by, in Latin, the sentence "You sleep in our memory," and a quote in German from Goethe's "Faust."
Dykstra's interest in Clover Adams began at the end of her doctoral studies at the University of Kansas, where her dissertation focused on self-representation in women's autobiographical writing in the 19th and 20th century. After completing her Ph.D., she conducted research through a Ruth R. Miller Fellowship in Women's History from the Massachusetts Historical Society, which houses Clover's photographs and letters in their large collection of Adams family papers.
Since 2001, she has spent most every summer and a series of sabbatical leaves working on the project at the Society, where she is now a Fellow. In 2005, she received a Fellowship for College Teachers and Independent Scholars from the National Endowment for the Humanities to support her research.
Although the book is complete, Dykstra is spending the current semester at the Society, where she has been putting together a gallery show of Clover's photographs. Dykstra selected almost 40 images and has written the accompanying wall text and labels for exhibition that the society is featuring from Thursday, Feb. 9, through Saturday, June 2.
At last, she noted, Clover Adams will be in the spotlight for what she accomplished.
"I think what I'm most happy about is that almost 130 years after she first picked up her camera, Clover is going to get her first photography show," Dykstra said.
Copies of "Clover Adams: A Gilded and Heartbreaking Life" are available for $26 at the college's Hope-Geneva Bookstore as well as at other area booksellers. More about Clover Adams, including examples of her photography, is available at the Massachusetts Historical Society's website, www.masshist.org.


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The university will welcome alumnus Dr. Kevin C. O'Connor, Physician to the Vice President of the United States, to campus as the inaugural guest of the Building Extraordinary Leaders series.
Dr. O'Connor, a 1988 graduate, attended St. Bonaventure on an Army ROTC scholarship, completing a major in biology and minor in theology. Dr. O'Connor served as class president and founder/director of the campus Medical Emergency Response Team and received a military commission as a Distinguished Military Graduate.
His Feb. 13-14 visit to St. Bonaventure will include several open presentations to the campus community, as well as small-group discussions. The Building Extraordinary Leaders program is a new leadership series sponsored by St. Bonaventure's Class of 1963 and organized by the Student Affairs division. The university is pleased to welcome Dr. O'Connor as the inaugural speaker. The 2014 program will spotlight the School of Arts and Sciences, with subsequent speakers rotating from each of the academic schools.
Schedule of Events: Thursday, February 13
2:30 – 3:45 p.m. Presentation and Q&A for biology, chemistry and
pre-health students Walsh Auditorium "From Bona's to Afghanistan to Iraq to The White House:
My Medical Career Journey"
4 – 5 p.m. Presentation and Q&A for all interested students with a focus on
Arts and Sciences and Honors students The Loft – Quick Center for the Arts "How My Liberal Arts Education Informed My Career Choices and Success"
6 – 8:30 p.m. Dinner and Keynote Leadership Address (invitation only)
Friday, February 14 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Class presentation
12 – 1 p.m. Luncheon with MERT and resident assistants
Doyle Dining Room
Dr. O'Connor completed medical school at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1992 and residency training at The Mountainside Hospital in Montclair, N.J. His military education has included Airborne School, Army Medical Department Officer Basic Course and U.S. Army Flight Surgeon training. He earned the designation of Master Flight Surgeon in 2010.
As an Army family physician, teacher, flight surgeon and hyperbaric medical officer for the last 18 years, Dr. O'Connor has served in clinical, academic, leadership and operational assignments at Fort Bragg and Fort Carson, including tours of duty with the 82nd Airborne Division, 75th Ranger Regiment, and United States Army Special Operations Command. He has deployed on numerous combat rotations in support of classified missions in Afghanistan, Iraq and Bosnia.
He has served as a White House physician since 2006 and, in February 2009, was appointed Physician to the Vice President. In this capacity, Dr. O'Connor provides primary care for the Vice President and Second Family, and is responsible for the medical planning and emergency actions in support of the Vice President at home, domestically and abroad. His military service thus far has required travel to approximately 60 countries.
Dr. O'Connor lives with his wife, Chris, and their three daughters in Crofton, Md.
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The Atlanta Falcons have hired former Jacksonville Jaguars offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter as their new play caller, replacing Mike Mularkey, who was named the head coach in Jacksonville, league and team sources told ESPN senior NFL analyst Chris Mortensen.
On Wednesday, Koetter had met with Alabama coach Nick Saban about the Crimson Tide's offensive coordinator position.
Koetter worked with Falcons head coach Mike Smith in Jacksonville when Smith was a member of the Jaguars' staff.
Mularkey named former Falcons quarterbacks coach Bob Bratkowski as his offensive coordinator in Jacksonville on Friday.
Really?Did Mike look at the Jacksonville Offense and go "Yea,thats what I want"?
Gues it's all about who you know in the NFL.


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VANCEBORO � Aaron Steele picked up his passion for soccer from his father, Dana Steele.
VANCEBORO � Aaron Steele picked up his passion for soccer from his father, Dana Steele.
Steele learned the game from his father, and enthusiastically enjoys playing the sport.
�The first time (my dad) gave me a ball, I never really put it down,� Steele said. �Anything my dad did, I felt like I had to out-do him. If he juggled 100 times, then I would have to do it.�
Steele, an art teacher at West Craven High, takes time to teach soccer players.
As the head soccer coach, he�s led the Eagles to the playoffs in four of the past five seasons.
This year�s squad entered the season with four returning starters, and a bunch of underclassmen.
The Eagles finished with a 7-7 record in the Coastal 3A Conference, and earned the fourth-seed in the state playoffs.
Steele, the 2012 Sun Journal Soccer Coach of the Year, got the most out of his players.
�It�s nice to have this honor, but it goes back to the kids,� Steele said. �You can only teach and motivate them enough, but it falls on the players you get.
�Sometimes the best coaches aren�t the most knowledgeable. They get the best out of their players.�
The preseason expectations weren�t high, especially with several newcomers.
The Eagles were fourth in the conference behind 3A state champion Jacksonville, powerhouse White Oak and West Carteret.
�We were happy to get the news that we made the playoffs,� Steele said. �It was an emotional season. This wasn�t supposed to happen. It takes a toll on you.�
West Craven�s soccer program was brought back for the 2006-07 school year � coached by Dana Steele.
Steele took over the team prior to the 2008-09 school year, and has gradually seen the Eagles improve.
�I love the game and I love sharing the passion of the game with the kids,� said Steele, an avid fan of Manchester United. �It�s a great sport. I don�t stop following, and I continue to learn. I just love the game.�
Steele, originally from Nevada, attended West Craven High as a senior in 2001. The school didn�t have a soccer team.
Four years later, as an assistant while attending college at East Carolina, he helped his father bring the soccer program back to Vanceboro.
�My dad then gave me the keys to the soccer team, and said he would help me,� Steele said. �I can�t ever thank my dad enough. With his 40-plus and my 20-plus years of experience, we put our heads together and figured out how we could take the program to a higher level.�
West Craven�s offensive production slipped from past years, but the defense was nearly impenetrable.
The Eagles, with a new starting defense, ranked third in the conference in goals allowed (33).
Senior goalkeeper Jesus Munoz tallied 157 saves. Ngen Rahlen and Javier Monk were key pieces in the back.
�My main focus was rebuilding the defense,� Steele said. �We were very fortunate Javier (Monk) and Ngen (Rahlen) filled in those roles. It took a while for them to learn our system, but they did it.�
West Craven�s offensive production was led by midfielder Lamberto Gomez, a four-year starter. Gomez dished out more than 100 assists at West Craven.
�You can see how comfortable he�s become as a senior,� Steele said. �He has a lot of confidence on the ball. He always felt like he could do something every time he touched the ball.
�He is unselfish, and would rather see someone else in the spotlight. It�s helped our program.�
The Eagles lose nine seniors from this year�s team.
Somehow, Steele will find a way to keep West Craven competitive.
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Acrylic painting with heavy texture detail. (Palette knife painting) on cardboard.
Used professional acrylic paints. Actual image size; 30 X40 cm, depth - 0.2cm
This painting sale with a white wooden frame.
Size with frame: 35 X 45, depth - 1.1cm
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Professional acrylic paints, cardboard, palette knife, white wooden frame
Abstract tulips (2017)
Acrylic painting by Alena Shymchonak
$155.03 Sold
- Acrylic painting
- One of a kind artwork
- Size: 13.78 x 17.72 x 0.43 in (framed) / 11.81 x 15.75 x 0.08 in (unframed) / 11.81 x 15.75 in (actual image size)
- Framed and ready to hang
- Signed on the front
- Style: Impressionistic
- Subject: Flowers and plants
This artwork is sold by Alena Shymchonak from Estonia


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Soooooo I've just watched the first episode of the US Kath and Kim. It's soooooooooooooooooo bad. It's so baaaddddddd. I don't get it. Can anyone who is American and watched it tell me if they get it? Is it true to any facet of American culture? The original Kath & Kim which I love dearly, to me is very strongly Aussie and that's what makes it special.
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British expats react to David Cameron's 'non' to the EU
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FRANCE 24 canvasses the opinions of British expatriates living and working in France following the UK's rejection of a treaty that will bring closer integration in the EU.
British Prime Minister David Cameron on Friday said the UK would not sign a new treaty aimed at tightening fiscal rules across the euro zone.
Is it a determined drift towards greater isolation from Europe, or is the UK right to protect its own interests beyond those of its continental neighbours?
FRANCE 24 spoke to some Britons living and working in France.
Peter Hawkins, freelance writer, Marseille
It's not an irreversible decision, and it's definitely more about British domestic policy than about the EU. Britain has always been the awkward partner in Europe, and I think Europe actually benefits from having an awkward partner.
From what I'm hearing I think the French are unfazed, unsurprised and unbothered. It's just the way that it has been reported in the UK that makes Britons feel that their country is a central player on the European scene. It isn't. Britain is on the fringes of Europe and it always has been.
Jonathan Holburn, entrepreneur, Paris
I am shocked and disappointed. This riles me incredibly. The UK is the one country in the EU that is the least committed to the euro, a currency whose survival is crucial to Britain's economic health.
And if we're not in Europe, where are we? Tied to the US? The euro may have been badly implemented, but Europe is committed to sorting this mess out. We should be pulling out all the stops to help our neighbours, because it is in our interests.
It's embarrassing that this news confirms the sad truth that it is the eurosceptic little Englanders who are running the ship, and that the UK is just fiddling around on the outskirts of Europe.
Gavin Doughty, banker with HSBC, Paris
David Cameron was protecting British interests and I believe he did the right thing. In principal, keeping out and protecting the British banking sector from having to contribute a damaging transaction tax is a good idea.
I disagree with many aspects of the banking industry, but a transaction tax, which would have been imposed if the UK signed the new treaty, is a bad idea.
My French colleagues actually appreciate the way the British stand up to people the way Cameron has. And I believe they wish their own leaders would do the same. I think Nicolas Sarkozy is in a corner and Angela Merkel has him exactly where she wants him.
Britain is different from France and Germany, we have an island mentality and the French understand that.
Iain Black, barman at the Bombadier pub, Paris
The euro isn't our currency, so why should we be expected to save it? It's as simple as that. The overwhelming majority of income from the proposed transaction tax would come from London. Why should the City pay for the survival of the euro?
As for Cameron, I don't really believe the reasons he gave. I think he was pandering to the right-wing British press, who love him for it, while protecting his rich friends, who will stay rich with the UK keeping its distance from Europe's problems.
As for the French, I honestly believe that they wish they were in the same position as the UK, with the power to say "no, we will not bail you out this time."
John Airson, tourism executive, Paris
I feel that this decision - which let's face it was inevitable - is just as much motivated by nostalgia for a time gone by, as it is in a getting-off the speeding train/economic-protectionism ploy.
I think it wouldn't be such a bad thing if more countries attempted to go down the road of economic-independence. This is what most people are crying out for after the recent series of domino-effect economic crises.
I think the French secretly envy the British for taking this path. They trust their politicians about as much as they understand the rules of cricket.


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Fucking Porn-Stars At A Dorm Party
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The ladies are back this week and they are going to fuck shit up! This week is a wild one we got Luna Stars amazing ass and the way she fucks whoah! Natalia Starr who can suck a mean dick and chomp down some good pussy. Rachel Starr who can rock around a dick and get pounded and of course finally Jessica Bangkok who ready to lead the crew and show these college students how to fuck. Enjoy!
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Rachel Starr gets fucked by some young
Milf Soup - 83,205 Views, 1 Likes, 2,036 Favorites
Rachel Starr is a sexy milf looking for a young stud to fuck out here in Miami. We had the perfect stud for and he has a big dick. It's homie Tony Rubino. Who couldn't resist fucking a sexy mom like Rachel Starr. I know I would love to fuck this MILF. Tony fucker her like every mom should get pounded. Making her scream with every stroke. Believe me! You're going love this weeks MilfSoup update.
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Rachel Starr Jerks A Dick!
Tugjobs - 80,486 Views, 76 Likes, 682 Favorites
Rachel Starr is the sexiest babe that has walk through these doors. She's here for one thing only. That's to jerk off a cock. Today is Girth's lucky day. Rachel Starr pulled on his cock so hard, he bust a nut within minutes.
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BangBros PornStars make this a college
Dorm Invasion - 75,529 Views, 1 Likes, 1,494 Favorites
The girls are rambunctiously at it again! This time Diamond KItty is back and she brought in the troops. Rachel Roxxx with that delicious ass and the sexy way she sucks dick. Rachel Starr the girl who can make boys nut in seconds flat with the flick of her mouth watering tongue and pussy pounding manuevers. And finally but not least Luna Star the hot pornstarlet who fucks like a blender on frappe. She really knows how to gyrate those hips. These girls are ready for action and theyre here to take down some college boys and girls because this is a Dorm Invasion.
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Threesome on the BangBus with a random
Bang Bus - 94,800 Views, 2 Likes, 1,668 Favorites
Today's BangBus update is a very good one. Rachel Starr is in Miami bitches! She's here to invade the BangBus and ride through the street of the 305 looking for pussy. Not for her, but for Bruno and his fat dick. Rachel Starr is one of the baddest if not, the baddest in the Porn Biz. Guys go crazy for her. Bruno could barely contain himself. Lucky for him we ran into a sexy Latina by the name of Calenita. This babe was exotic. Fuck me! Rachel Starr knows how to pick them. She chose her because Rachel wanted that sexy ass. Once on the BangBus shit got real. Bruno had his hands full with dime-pieces. What a lucky bastard. Bruno got to fuck a sexy Porn-Star and an Exotic Miami Native. Enjoy!
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Never too much of Rachel Starr's big
Ass Parade - 87,203 Views, 3 Likes, 3,293 Favorites
When it comes to great asses in the industry, Rachel Starr is still in the top 5 for the fans and we could not agree more. Today, we bring you Rachel's perfectly shaped round juicy ass, ready to get ponded and make you dream about drilling through her tight hole. I personally watched this after shooting it and couldn't help myself and I had to get a release I'm sure you will do the same.
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Blow-Job From A Porn-Star!
BlowJob Fridays - 67,440 Views, 92 Likes, 981 Favorites
Who else better to see give an amazing blow-job, but Rachel Starr! She's the Queen in this house. Pure sexiness. Johnny is in for great one. Rachel Starr been in the porn biz for many years and knows what she's doing. Get your drink and some popcorn. Oh! Don't forget the lube or your partner. Enjoy the Rachel Starr show!
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The hottest MILF ever shows her love for
Milf Soup - 61,424 Views, 224 Likes, 1,829 Favorites
I don't think Rachel Starr needs an introduction guys! Rachel Starr is one of a kind and let me tell you, I stiil jerkoff to her videos at least once a week still! Before the milf thing, during the milf thing and if she's stilll around for after the milf thing I will still be a loyal masturbator to Rachel Starr videos. She performs like a PRO AS YOU KNOW!
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Two big asses that know how to get
Ass Parade - 83,623 Views, 2 Likes, 2,310 Favorites
There is no better way to start off a week than with your favorite weekly updating site Assparade.com. Starring in today's feature are Rachel Starr and Alexis Rodriguez. These two babes are blowin up the porn scene all over the business with Rachel and Alexis sexy fat asses. Were all pretty sure this video is gonna blow your minds. Lot's fucking, a ton of sucking and of course a bunch of hardcore pounding. It's a MUST SEE movie. Enjoy it!
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Pornstars can really suck the best dick
BlowJob Fridays - 58,649 Views, 139 Likes, 1,466 Favorites
On this weeks Blow Job Fridays we have the beautiful Rachel Starr and she is really horny and ready to suck some mean dick. She sets it off and I let's just say that my boy was loving every second of her going down on him I mean who wouldn't? lol hope you guys enjoy this superstar sucking some dick!
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How to throw a fucking college party
Dorm Invasion - 138,307 Views, 1 Likes, 2,571 Favorites
The girls are rocking it hard this week. This week we brought back Rachel Starr, Jamie Valentine and a new comer to the Dorm invasion Priya Anjali. These girls are here to fuck shit up and show these college co-eds how to do it. Thats right we got a wet T-shirt contest to get the girls going, then were gonna oil them up and make them Wrestle around a bit, make the boys eat whipped cream off some titties and maybe get some fucking done in between. Cause thats how we do it here in Bangbros!
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Rachel Starr Tugs It
Tugjobs - 35,987 Views, 1 Likes, 828 Favorites
We catch Rachel Starr in a dark room with a dick in her hand. This can only mean one thing she is trying to get a little bit of cum on herself before her next scene. Lucky guy gets jerked by one of the sexiest girls we have ever seen, with her perfect tits and flawless body. Bless this woman
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Fucking Chicks w/Rachel Starr
Party of 3 - 39,220 Views, 1 Likes, 771 Favorites
Rachel Starr Came to visit us and she brought this sexy little Asian with her named Lily. These girls all get down and Mercedes and rachel both take it in the ass. Pretty wild shoot for all you Lesbo fans!
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This White Girl Can Shake that Ass!
Pawg - 96,097 Views, 3 Likes, 3,373 Favorites
This is one PrettyAssWhiteGirl. In other words. A PAWG! many of you might know her by now. If not. Wake the fuck up! It's Rachel Starr! She one of the baddest females in the game. She has huge tits, a fat pussy and an ass that you guys can't handle. She knows how to shake her ass like a rump-shaker. put the smack-down on any cock he runs into. just ask tony. He can tell you better than I could. Look at how Rachel Starr fucks him. Insane!
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Rachel Starr Gets a Rub Down
Porn Star Spa - 34,491 Views, 1 Likes, 1,330 Favorites
Here we go again another Rachel Starr update. It never gets old watching hot pornstars getting rubbed down and turned out. Rachel is one of the best in the business she can swallow dick like a dream and ride it even better. There is a handful of women in this industry that can do what she does with a cock. So sit back relax and enjoy. Oh... and your welcome!
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Watch with a sock on your dick
Milf Soup - 110,684 Views, 2 Likes, 2,499 Favorites
Rachel Starr is a sexy milf on vacation looking for a young stud to fuck out here in Miami. We had the perfect guy in mind. My home boy Mirko stepped up to the challenge. Who couldn't resist fucking a sexy mom like Rachel Starr. I know I would love to fuck this MILF. Mirko is one lucky SOB. He took her down stairs and fuck the living day-lights out of her. Pounding her like every mom should get pounded. Making her scream with every stroke. Damn your gonna love this week MILF update.
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Ass and roller skates
Ass Parade - 70,432 Views, 2 Likes, 2,313 Favorites
Two sweet asses on this week Ass Parade update! Imani Rose and Rachel Starr are completely out of this world with there huge asses and rock solid bodies that could make any mans dreams a little wet! This hot mamis came out to play and boy did they provided a show. Skating all over South Beach with their asses hanging out. After a hot day of skating, they go home to get fuck hardcore, but not before proving in amazing blowjob. You guys gotta see this movie, its outrages! Enjoy it.
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Big wet asses are the best
Ass Parade - 141,320 Views, 3 Likes, 3,787 Favorites
We have some serious asses in this Assparade update. In today's feature we got the famous Rachel Starr & the sexy Latin Ms. Rose. These girls are amazing and man are they packing some huge asses! I promise your gonna love watching these two get there asses pounded by some hardcore cock. Not to mention the incredible blowjob scene. Tune in and watch this outrages car wash fuck fest. Enjoy!
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Dirty sex at the bowling alley
Fuck Team Five - 79,881 Views, 1 Likes, 2,002 Favorites
This week we have a fuck team five for the ages. For the first time we actually have five girls! Alexis Fawx, Anastasia Morna, Brandy Aniston, Diamond Kitty and Rachel Starr are he stars of this episode and they are going bowling. They went into a bowling alley to knock down a few pins. And maybe show off to all the boys. After the manager came to try to kick them out, the girls showed him that they know how to have a good time. Even some of the onlookers got taste of the action.
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Pornstars with huge asses
Ass Parade - 127,812 Views, 1 Likes, 3,772 Favorites
What better way to start the week with the perfect threesome on a Ass Parade update. We have two of the baddest babe showing off there flawless asses, Rachel Star and Bella Reese. For those of you that don't know them, were talking huge perfect asses, small waist, cute face, perfect enhanced tits and a nice juicy pussy I have ever seen. So watch this threesome get a little crazy with some hardcore ass pounding. Enjoy it!
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Pornstars go to college
Dorm Invasion - 82,905 Views, 2 Likes, 1,802 Favorites
The girls are at it again! this time the awesome threesome are making the boys and the girls take all their clothes off! These college co-eds are going to have to prove that they got what it takes to fuck a real porn star. They got to bounce on a bouncy ball thing and then then the boys need to prove themselves by chin fucking these girls..thats right i said chin fucking. These green boys and girls don't know what's up. Because we have the baddest pornstars on the planet! We got Alexis Fawx here wreck shit. Jamie Valentine to fuck shit up! And Rachel Starr to tear it all down!! ARe you ready for the college invasion?!
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Pussy party with 4 girls
Party of 3 - 41,462 Views, 95 Likes, 944 Favorites
Ladies and Ladies worldwide! What we have here is a spectacular event! We present to you, for the first time, all together, in the same room, Mercedes Lynn, Rachel Starr, Diamond Kitty & newcomer Jessica Rayne!! 4 chicks looking for some fun and frivolity. 4 lesbians, 4 tongues, 4 pussies! 12 reasons to watch!
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A MILF in Miami with Rachel Starr
Milf Soup - 62,658 Views, 1 Likes, 1,507 Favorites
Rachel Starr is a sexy milf on vacation looking for a young stud to fuck. She had the perfect guy in mind "Tony". Who would not think twice about turning down some hot juicy pussy like Rachel Starr. Tony headed to her house and fuck the living day-lights out of her. Pounding her hardcore and massively. Making her scream with every stroke. Damn, wait till you get a glance at her fat sexy ass. Wow, enjoy it.
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Fuck party with 3 huge asses
Ass Parade - 72,613 Views, 1 Likes, 2,448 Favorites
Don't miss out on this week update cause it's fucking awesome! Today we got Rachel Starr, Karen Fisher, & Marissa on this Ass Parade update. These three fine sexy ladies got it all from perfect asses to huge tits. This has got to be one of the biggest updates of the year. So watch this bad ass movie cause it's guarantee to stroke your cock to it. Hardcore ass pounding, threesome, dick stroking, and eating pussy. It's outrages! Enjoy
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Rachel Starr gets fucked hard
Milf Soup - 60,581 Views, 2 Likes, 1,684 Favorites
Rachel Starr is one sexy MILF. She's definitely a mom that many would love to fuck on a daily basis. This babe has huge tits, and a fat juicy ass. On this update of Milf Soup, Rachel Starr gets the absolute pleasure of having Tony fuck her like she loves it. Tony is one young stud that's been graving a MILF for weeks. Rachel took the cock like a pro. Letting Tony go crazy on that pussy on multiple position till she cant take it anymore. Enjoy it cause its some hot stuff!
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The Perfect Ass is Back!
Ass Parade - 53,592 Views, 1 Likes, 2,103 Favorites
It never gets old here on Assparade.com. This week your gonna see a little outdoor action poolside with Rachel Starr. This girl is fucking amazing. Putting Rachel in front of a camera is like flipping a light switch. She just becomes an animal wanting to get stuffed. Tony Rubino had no problem fucking her til she cums and releasing his baby mix all over her juicy pussy. Don't miss this Assparade update.
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Rachel Starr Jerked Me Off. Nice.
Tugjobs - 45,206 Views, 185 Likes, 1,083 Favorites
Back on tugjobs this week is the eternally sexy Rachel Starr. She's bringing her sexy self on over to rub out some cock and, like always, she doesn't disappoint. She doesn't half ass at all. I'm talking reverse cowgirl reach arounds, dick in tits man meat jerks, the works. If you miss out on any updates, make sure you don't miss this one. Rachel will have you spraying your sex glue all over the place in no time! Enjoy!
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Professional Blowjob from Rachel
BlowJob Fridays - 46,181 Views, 164 Likes, 1,106 Favorites
Thank god is Friday! Today's new update of Blowjob Friday is a must see. We have the baddest of the baddest sexy Rachel Star in town providing her outrages blowjob techniques. When it comes to describing her im lost for words! Her beauty and presents will leave you amazed. You guys get the absolute pleasure of watching this babe suck and stroke a dick like you never seen before. Watch and enjoy how Rachel shows the world how a blowjob must go down. Fucking awesome dude!
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Rachel Starr Gets Fucked Before Going
Milf Soup - 67,908 Views, 261 Likes, 1,812 Favorites
Wow! We have a fucking sexy milf on today's new update of Milf-Soup! Rachel Star is a sexy latin MILF that know what she wants when it comes to sex. Rachel is a sex freak that will love to fuck all day every day if she could. Today is her lucky day! One of our Bangbros stud is really going to give her what she is in search of before going out. My buddy Mirko fucked Rachel in the pussy in more ways then one. Making her moan like she's never done before. So check out this amazing hardcore fuck which takes place in the bathroom. Enjoy!
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Rachel Starr worships cock
Tugjobs - 31,708 Views, 196 Likes, 981 Favorites
Who is ready to witness the special and amazing techniques performed by the one and only cock goddess Rachel Starr. After giving us a quick tutorial she goes on to the give us a in depth performance of her so called famous techniques. She introduces Over the Mountain, The Never Ending Pussy, and the Dick Worship, they are all going down as all time hand job classics. Hope you all take your notes, enjoy
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3 Huge Ass Pornstars Fuck Like Crazy
Ass Parade - 135,271 Views, 2 Likes, 3,790 Favorites
So today's Ass Parade got a little crazy. This kind of thing was bound to happen when you put three hot sexy horny pornstars together. Now this three lucky SOBs got the chance to feel the insides of a porn star. What first started to be a tease turn out to be a hardcore fuck fest. We're talking about hardcore riding, bounding, spooning, doggy style, and of course my favorite in awesome blowjob. Enjoy guys.
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Rachel Starr and Kitty Ride the Bus
Bang Bus - 94,223 Views, 323 Likes, 2,273 Favorites
Hey ladies and gentlemen from all over the world! I'm here to bring you guys great treat for you all I mean you guys are gonna love it! Diamond kitty & Rachel Starr and man are these girls crazy picking at random guys in the streets flashing all the goodies but of course only the brave survive and they found just that. They went ahead and talked some guys into coming with us Im sure there wasnt much convincing but either way they got them to come with us and man was it ON! from them on. These girls gave this guys a show and then went in for the kill! It was so good that I had to join the party and lets face it I wasnt gonna miss out on these two at the same time so there you have it...
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Tips from a pornstar Rachel Starr
Facial Fest - 61,107 Views, 1 Likes, 2,368 Favorites
I think we all can agree Rachel Starr is a goddess. This week on Facialfest this girl Amber who is a stripper by trade gets a lesson on fucking by Rachel Starr as the two of them have a suck off contest with Preston. Amber is a complete newbie that has a glorious round Booty. Preston had no problem stuffing this little broad along side Rachel Starr's joyous ass play. Nothing wrong with tagging a newbie along with a bomb ass veteran pornstar coaching the whole way to a nasty facial that could paint a wall. Lovin it!
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Rachel Starr Perfect Blowjob
BlowJob Fridays - 46,046 Views, 1 Likes, 1,467 Favorites
Professional pornstar Rachel Starr shows us how much she loves to suck cock behind the scenes at BangBros. Plenty of ball sucking and deep throating happens. She strokes and sucks on it so well till the guy explodes all over her mouth, till the cum drips to her perfect tits. The whole time she talks so dirty, its perfect.
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Rachel Starr and Her Pretty Feet!
Magical Feet - 35,078 Views, 92 Likes, 556 Favorites
Today we have the famous Rachel Starr show off her very pretty feet. So we brought in Preston for this one cause he has never had a foot massage. Being the pro that Rachel is she totally had Preston all over the place laughing away at him. Lets just say this one is a very special one and must be seen by every bangbros fan out there. She really knows how to work those pretty sexy feet of hers without a doubt in my mind and the rest of the staff.
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Double Blowjob with 2 Pornstars
BlowJob Fridays - 35,964 Views, 1 Likes, 1,039 Favorites
Well people, It's about that day of the week. It's Blow Job Fridays! What more could you ask for, but to get a in awesome blow job on a Friday by a nice piece of ass that loves to suck cock. The famous Rachel Starr makes any man get a hard one just by looking at her . She has a juicy ass, natural tits, and a mouth thats made to blow cocks. She sure does an awesome job stroking and sucking Jacob's cock until he bust a huge load on her. Hopefully your Friday is as good as Jacob. Enjoy!
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Anal Lesson w/ Rachel Starr
Party of 3 - 29,632 Views, 1 Likes, 997 Favorites
We got a real treat today here on Party of 3. This weeks scene Rachel Starr throws on a strap on and goes to town on Mercedes Lynn, Brandy Aniston & Anastasia Morna. All three of these ladies get there booty holes fucked out and it's glorious. There is nothing more inviting than 4 hot porn stars having a lesbian lovefest with plenty of pussy licking and dildo stuffing for anyone to rip one out to when ever the the mood may strike. I promise all of you horny guys are going to be blissful as you disgrace yourself watching this video!
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Working Her Sexy Toes Feat. Rachel Starr
Magical Feet - 29,863 Views, 1 Likes, 459 Favorites
On this episode of Magical Feet we introduce to you the baddest of the bad, Rachel Starr. This babe has the ability to use her feet like she would stroke your cock with her hands. Fucking amazing to see her jerking a cock off with just her sexy toes. This chick has a banging ass body which makes it hard to concentrate on her foot stroking skills. We guarantee you will enjoy this hot babe stroking Tony's cock with just her sexy toes.
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Rachel Starr Ass Parade
Ass Parade - 94,623 Views, 2 Likes, 3,634 Favorites
This weeks Assparade.com update is a smashing good-time. We brought in the always phenomenal Rachel Starr who's body is breath taking every time we see it. Also getting her brains screwed out in this shoot is Nikki Stone. Nikki is a bomb ass baby with a huge fucking ass for a white girl. I was really surprised to see how well she could shake her ass next to Rachel. To hang with Rachel Starr in ass shaking is a feet on its own. Cum watch Preston and Mirko knock out these two fine asses here on assparade.com!
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The All Star Fuck Team Five
Fuck Team Five - 83,532 Views, 1 Likes, 2,521 Favorites
Dude what do you do when you know you're getting ripped off?! You call the Fuck Team Five thats who!! These girls went into the Mechanix shop and started an uproar over the price of my truck. Rachel Starr took charge and sucked the owners dick, to let him know who's the real boss. Diamond kitty, Anastasia Morna and Alexis FAwx handled the rest of the employees. What happened next is the orgy of fantastic sex! These girls were all over the place sucking dick and making them chomp down on their wet pussies. Anastasia is fucking hot the way she rides the cock. Diamond Kitty was getting pounded by the tool box. Alexis Fawx was handling the Balls and the always sexy Rachel Starr was fucking...
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Rachel Starr and The Hoagie Hero
Can He Score? - 91,927 Views, 1 Likes, 2,448 Favorites
We got a lucky guy this week. His name is Jason and he's a sandwich maker. He sent us a tape pleading with us to put him on a Bangbros movie. So we hooked him up with not just a regular porn star, we hooked him up with Rachel Starr! If you know your pornstars then you know she is smoking hot! She's got a fat Ass that will make you drool and juicy wet pussy you just want to lick dry. Well we took her to go pick up that lucky guy at his job and boy was he surprised! But can he do it..CAN HE SCORE?!
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Halloween Pussy Party!
Party of 3 - 33,022 Views, 1 Likes, 1,073 Favorites
Man oh man this was a fun day, Rachel Star, Anastasia, Alexis and Blair!!! We're getting ready to go to this Halloween party tonight, and I have a bunch of outfits for us all to try on. Rachel put on this skimpy purple outfit that showed off her awesome ass, Anastasia dressed up as a sexy ass Indian, and the rest of us were mixing and matching all the outfits, until we just ripped them off of each other! I got to fuck Rachel Star with a strap on, ah it was a beautiful sight! It was an all out pussy buffet!
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Rachel Starr Parade
Ass Parade - 78,372 Views, 1 Likes, 2,207 Favorites
She's baaack.... That's right people. We brought Rachel Starr in for some ass shaken here on Assparade.com. There is no better way to start off your Monday than to watch Rachel Starr get fucked. Shit... she doesn't even need to get fucked to make this video the fucking shit. In this video there is plenty of cock sucking and sixty-nining to last you for weeks. So break out the lube and get to work! Peace
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A Rub Down From Heaven
Porn Star Spa - 47,942 Views, 186 Likes, 1,457 Favorites
Today on Porn Star Spa we have the lovely Rachel Starr, man this chicks body is just amazing, it is flawless. She has these massive beautiful tits, and a huge juicy booty to go along with the package. Not only is her body sexy but she is a gorgeous face to complete the trifecta. Rachel decides to call over a masseur to get a good and much needed rub down. Anthony stops by to help her out in this department and gets straight down to business, oiling her up and rubbing down those stiff and tense spot. He makes a move and turns out to be the right move, next thing you know he is massaging Rachel's stomach from the inside. Enjoy
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Rachel Starr and her Phat Ass Cuban
Ass Parade - 84,488 Views, 1 Likes, 2,940 Favorites
Assparade fans your welcome. This week we brought in Rachel Starr and her shockingly amazing friend Liz. Rachel Starr needs no introduction but her friend liz is new to the business of getting fucked and sucking dick for money... other wise known as the porn world. Liz has got huge fake tits that look real as can be with a phat Cuban ass to match. Her and Rachel Starr get the shit fucked out of them and whined up covered in cum. Cum watch these two bad ass ladies scream for joy as they take some dick!
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Double Ass Shaking w/Rachel Starr &
Ass Parade - 138,909 Views, 1 Likes, 4,333 Favorites
Rachel Starr & Abella Anderson shows us what ass shaking is all about. There's nothing but non-stop ass shaking, oil shining, and water dripping action going on. Oh! And let's not forget all the ass pounding as well. These two gals can definitely put on a show. They suck a dick better the rest and ride cocks like broncos at a rodeo. This a shoot that will leave you speechless. Check it out. Enjoy!
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Rachel Starr's Juicy Ass!
Ass Parade - 148,764 Views, 1 Likes, 4,041 Favorites
Who else better than to have the sexy Rachel Starr on today's new update of Ass Parade. This babe rocks. Tony should consider himself lucky. Fucking Rachel Starr is every mans dream and today's his lucky day. She takes the cock like a champ. Beeging for it deep and hard. You guys have to stay tune an watch this action. Rachel Starr is a nust see.
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Rachel Starr, Alanah Rae & Jenny
Ass Parade - 71,065 Views, 2 Likes, 3,284 Favorites
I said god damn! Today we got Rachel Starr, Alanah Rae & Jenny Hendrix on this assparade update. These three fine ladies have got it all from perfect asses to huge tits. This has got to be one of the biggest updates of the year. There is no reason to look anywhere else cause my friends this video has it all from ass fetish to ass pounding. I promise you will not be disappointed. These are the biggest names in porn and in one shoot together. So stop reading and watch this video.
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The Fucking Amazing Rachel Starr
Ass Parade - 34,182 Views, 144 Likes, 1,113 Favorites
Rachel Starr is on the island secluded to show off her ass. And what a marvelous ass it is. Its bouncy, and firm, and she knows how to wiggle it. Preston and Joey are having a ball looking at this beauty. Rachel gets turned on being watched as she fucks. After she finishes shaking her ass, she gets down to business on the sand sucking cock. Then she gets fucked doggy style standing up, and she begs for the cock. The highlight of this island delight is when she bounces on the cock while Joey sits on the bench. Rachel rides cock everywhere, even in the pavilion, until she finally gets the jizz on her face.
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Rachel Starr Cum Swallower Extraordinar
Big Mouthfuls - 38,887 Views, 1 Likes, 1,379 Favorites
WOW! what a shoot this was, Rachel Starr came into my office naked and ready to fuck! Which took me for surprise, because usually I have a talk with the girls to see what they're willing to do, but Rachel wanted it so bad... well she wanted me so bad that she cut the bullshit and took charge. But let me tell you she is one seductive hottie! she had me wanting it just a bad as she did. but in the end. I pounded her in a way only Dave Pounder could. I had her begging for more. and she swallowed every last drop of my man yogurt.
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All I Want For Xmas Is Ass!
Ass Parade - 39,235 Views, 205 Likes, 1,491 Favorites
Merry Fucking Christmas to all you hardcore ass fans! I must say I've been fortunate enough this year to fuck many beautiful women, and yet today I got to fuck two more of the most beautiful women I've ever known throughout my porn career. These two have bodies for days, curves for miles, and asses that could drive any man insane. I'm talking about Jayden Jaymes and Rachel Starr! Both of them have perfect asses and big beautiful tits. Not to mention Jayden and Rachel both pretty as fuck. Well it just so happened to be that Rachel and Jayden are roommates, so they invited me over for some Christmas fun. I brought them some sexy gifts so they could try them on in front of me, and they got...
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Twinkle, Twinkle Rachel Starr
Blowjob Ninjas - 35,027 Views, 112 Likes, 1,024 Favorites
Guys!!!! you have to check this out! This girl is so freaking hot, I wanted to fuck her in the tub, the bed and anywhere I could. Our stud was so happy to have her suck his cock, but so frustrated not to be able to fuck her. Her ass, is incredible, her pussy out of this world, and her tits are so freaking juicy it's really hard not to jerk off when you think about them. At first she gave us a nice teaser with the bubbles, then she went to business and sucked our stud's dick really god.
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Rachel of the Jungle
Ass Parade - 124,838 Views, 1 Likes, 3,665 Favorites
I love ass, and I especially love sexxy women with great asses. This week I chilled with Rachel, this girl is freakin' amazing, she has the perfect body, a gorgeous face and a great bubble ass. We relaxed at my friends pad, his place is pimped out, he has this funky jungle in his back yard that we hit up and I got he buck ass naked and ade her shake her sexxy booty all over the place. Rachel loves showing off her perfect body, man her tits are fucking amazing, you know I had to get a feel..I took her to this fountain in the back, and she dunked her juicy ass all in it, you thought her ass looked good before, you need to see it dripping wet, that shit got me hard as fuck, I think she...
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Tugjobs - 41,430 Views, 1 Likes, 662 Favorites
I finally got this girl alone the other day, we sat at the fire place and after a few cups of wine, we let our inhibitions go. I have to admit that this was the moment I was expecting, does it make me a pervert???, hell yeah.... She got in front of the fire place and danced for me slowly, carressing, her body, touching all her parts. I could feel her pussy getting wet and I couldn't help getting hard as a rock. So I had to ask her for a little help to solve my HUGE problem. She gave me one of the best tug jobs ever, rubbing and stroking my cock in so many different and pleasure ways. Come and check it out for yourself. Hope you enjoy as much as I did......
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NATO-sponsored project helps Ukraine destroy dangerous stocks of munitions
Stocks of unused and obsolete munitions pose a serious problem for many countries. Untended depots can be dangerous. In Ukraine, several unplanned explosions at munitions sites have led to loss of life, injury and significant damage. To protect people living near such depots, NATO is sponsoring a project to help safely dispose of the country's excess munitions.
After the break up of the former Soviet Union, Ukraine inherited large quantities of weapons and ammunition. At the end of their service life, the surplus munitions become unusable. Often they are left outside, exposed to heat and humidity, which can cause them to become very unstable. Explosions at storage depots are always a risk. Sudden and often unexplained detonations pose a threat to people in the area.
To help make the area around depots safer for the local population, NATO is currently running a Trust Fund project in Ukraine to destroy the surplus munitions. "The primary purpose of the project is the destruction of stockpiles which are a threat to the population," says Dr Frederic Peugeot, Trust Fund project manager with the NATO Maintenance and Supply Agency (NAMSA), which oversees work on the project.
Col. Oleh Levchenko, First Secretary of Defence and representative of the National Armament Director at Ukraine's diplomatic mission to NATO, underscores the value of the initiative: "As the Trust Fund project provides not only the expertise and assets, but also allocates most of the funds needed for weapons destruction and ammunition demilitarization, its importance cannot be underestimated," he says. "This project serves as a good example of constructive cooperation between Ukraine and NATO."
Disposing of a deadly legacy
This project is a continuation of a previous five-year NATO Trust Fund project in Ukraine. During the first phase of the project, an explosive waste incinerator was built at the Donetsk State Chemical Plant and 400,000 small arms and light weapons, 15,000 tonnes of ammunition, 1,000 man-portable air-defense systems (MANPADS) and 500 grip stocks were destroyed.
The second phase of the project, launched in May 2012, is focusing on disposing of an additional 366,000 small arms and light weapons, demilitarizing 76,000 tonnes of conventional ammunition including three million PFM-1 anti-personnel landmines.
The United States is the lead nation for the 25 million Euro project. "There is a basic need in Ukraine for this type of work and NATO is fulfilling that requirement," says Rigo Garza, Political Officer with the United States Mission to NATO.
Building on the experience contractors gained in the first phase of the project means faster implementation this time around. The project is expected to be completed within four years.


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race harness kit, air funnel kit, racing oil pump gearing kit, adjustable camshaft sprocket kit, manual camshaft tensioner and blade kit, a reusable engine cover gasket set and racing cylinder head gaskets. Here's a closer look at the new racing parts and their associated performance improvements: TRACS – Triumph Race Calibration Software TRACS ( T riumph Ra ce C alibration S oftware) is a new computer program that allows racers to tune Triumph's programmable race ECU from a laptop PC. Developed by one of Triumph's most experienced EFI calibration engineers, the programmable ECU and software was created for the growing number of competitors that are riding Triumph motorcycles at the track. The new software provides racers with quick access to a wide range of adjustments that can be downloaded to the race ECU in about 35 seconds for tuning during testing, practice and qualifying sessions. Features include: Fully programmable fuel mapping (500rpm increments, for individual cylinders). Fully programmable ignition mapping. Switchable wet and dry maps. Adjustable pit lane speed limiter and speedo calibration. Adjustable quickshifter cut duration (adjustable at low, mid and high RPM) Adjustable rev limiter up to 15,000rpm. New software strategies to improve throttle progression. Optimized software to run faster to cater for the higher RPMs involved in a race environment. Ability to save multiple maps within the memory of the PC. Ability to update an existing 2007/2008 Race ECU to 2009 specification and functionality.* (*Not all features will be available if using the 2007/08 Race harness.) Exhaust – Triumph/Arrow Titanium "Stage 3″ System Triumph has continued to collaborate with Italian race exhaust specialists Arrow Special Parts to develop a new, full titanium racing exhaust system. This system complies with current FIM regulations, works as part of the factory race kit, and offers a significant weight reduction and considerable power gains.


text: Washtenaw Community College's Office of Design & Construction began renovations to the Morris Lawrence Building's Towsley Auditorium on May 20, 2013. This renovation project, which is part of the College's Deferred Maintenance program, includes changing 55 house lights to LED; adding step lighting; replacing carpet and wall covering; and repairing seating. Upon completion, Towsley Auditorium will be a safer, brighter, more functional space for the College Community to enjoy the auditorium's events. All work is expected to be complete by July 1, 2013.


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JACKSONVILLE-Onslow Volunteer Center will hold its annual Golden Rule Awards ceremony at 8 a.m. Nov. 15 at Court House Caffe. Call 910-347-2646.
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SATURDAY with Santa sponsored by Onslow Parks and Recreation at 9 a.m. Dec. 1 at Carmike Cinema 16 with arrival of Santa and movie following. Admission is three canned goods per person.
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Strasbourg, 6 February 2013
Commission welcomes vote of European Parliament supporting its proposal for a new Common Fisheries Policy
The European Commission welcomes today's vote of the European Parliament on the Commission's proposal for a new Common Fisheries Policy (CFP). With this vote the Parliament is paving the way for negotiations with the Council with a view to concluding an agreement on the new policy.
Commissioner for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Maria Damanaki stated: "The European Parliament has supported with a broad majority an ambitious reform of the CFP by endorsing the approach put forward by the Commission. I welcome the vote and I am especially pleased with the Parliament's support for a policy that is based on exploiting fisheries resources sustainably (according to the principle of Maximum Sustainable Yield from 2015), a policy that introduces a discard ban with clear dates to put an end to wasteful practices that we can no longer afford. I would like to congratulate the Parliament on this success and I am looking forward to the work that the Council and the Parliament will soon start to ensure the adoption of the reform of the CFP. "
The 2011 proposal for the reform of the CFP aims to create the conditions for EU fishing fleets to be economically viable and to promote EU aquaculture, for the benefit of the communities that depend on these activities as well as for the benefit of consumers. The Commission's proposal to reform the basic rules of the Common Fisheries Policy is based on sustainability. Fisheries management should allow all stocks to be rebuilt to healthy levels that will maximise catches for fishermen. The wasteful practice of discarding perfectly edible fish must be gradually stopped with clear obligations and deadlines, allowing fishermen the time to adapt. Decisions on fisheries management must be taken with the involvement of fishermen and stakeholders, and must take into account the specificities of the sea basins.
See also: Memo/13/72
More information on Common Fisheries Policy reform: http://ec.europa.eu/fisheries/reform/proposals/index_en.htm
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A Change Of Pace
SPIT coming your way... Part I
By Steele Coddington | January 28, 2009
(Flash Forward) January 1, 2010: The government's new Socialized Physicians Involuntary Treatment program (SPIT) was just announced by those liberal media still in business. Much like Vladimir Putin's Russian propaganda apparatus, they dutifully reported the Democrat National Committee's press release: "New government universal health care program smoothly implemented." The story's lead paragraph blathered on that former Senator Tom Daschle, America's new health care czar and Secretary of the newly named Health, Affirmative Redistribution of Medicine Department (HARMD) announced that the new socialized medicine program for all the people of the United States, including unnaturalized and illegal immigrants, is now fully implemented.
He also conveyed his thanks to the hard working Congressional majority. Behind closed doors, it was also reported, that the Senate Majority leader joked, "Thanks also to a few pusillanimous progressive Republicans we were able to con into voting with us on this monumental boondoggle."
The delay in implementing was basically caused because they had trouble finding an appropriate name for the new program. Opponents suggested "Social Transition Involving Compulsory Incompetent Treatment for Older Uninsured Seniors." But the acronym STICITOUS was found to be unacceptable. Many Senators liked "Socialized Treatment Universal Program Involving Doctors." But that acronym, STUPID, was deemed to be too close to accurate and was discarded. They finally settled on SPIT, or as the critics labeled the program, "Canada's Blunder." There is panic north of the border . . . where will they go now if they need an operation?
Unreported by the DNC propaganda agencies were rather telling interviews with seniors trying to register early for treatment:
Mr. Mulligan, 85, Cave Creek, AZ: "SPIT's local office told me I wasn't on the "Priority List" (P list) which determines who gets what treatment if an opening occurs; who gets what drugs; which operations; and the waiting time. Current criteria for qualification as 'a patient' will depend on age bracket, ethnic group, political party, campaign contributions (so-called Blagojevich factor) and how many times you say 'you know' in 60 seconds."
SPIT Screener: "The government decides whether you are sick enough to get treatment. Doctors are now just part of the bureaucracy and members of the Government Employees Union. So they do what we tell them. Now what's your medical problem old geezer?"
Mr. Mulligan: "Well first, the paper work is a pain in the butt. Secondly, could you prescribe some anti depressants?"
SPIT Screener: "OK. So you have a pain in the butt. We can handle that as an out patient. But why are you depressed?"
Mr. Mulligan: "The new socialized health care program, the administration and Congress all cause extreme anxiety and fear."
SPIT Screener: "That comment constitutes a negative political comment about the government. I'll have to have a shop steward nurse discipline you for failure to observe protocol. Nurse, put Mr. Mulligan on hold for the P list and schedule him for a DRE."
Designated decoy
Recently a routine police patrol parked outside a bar. After last call the officer noticed a man leaving the bar so intoxicated that he could barely walk. The man stumbled around the parking lot for a few minutes, with the officer quietly observing.
After what seemed an eternity in which he tried his keys on five different vehicles, the man managed to find his car and fall into it. He sat there for a few minutes as a number of other patrons left the bar and drove off. Finally he started the car, switched the wipers on and off – it was a fine, dry summer night – flicked the blinkers on and off a couple of times, honked the horn, and then switched on the lights.
He moved the vehicle forward a few inches, reversed a little and then remained still for a few more minutes as some more of the other patrons' vehicles left. At last, when his was the only car left in the parking lot, he pulled out and drove slowly down the road.
The police officer, having waited patiently all this time, now started up his patrol car, put on the flashing lights, promptly pulled the man over and administered a breathalyzer test. To his amazement, the breathalyzer indicated no evidence that the man had consumed any alcohol at all!
Dumbfounded, the officer said, 'I'll have to ask you to accompany me to the police station. This breathalyzer equipment must be broken.'
'I doubt it,' said the truly proud drunk, 'Tonight I'm the designated decoy.'
A tall fishing tale
One morning the husband returns after several hours of fishing and decides to take a nap.
Although not familiar with the lake, the wife decides to take the boat out. She motors out a short distance, anchors, and reads her book.
Along comes a Game Warden in his boat. He pulls up alongside the woman and says, "Good morning, Ma'am. What are you doing?"
"Reading a book," she replies, (thinking, "Isn't that obvious?")
"You're in a Restricted Fishing Area," he informs her.
"I'm sorry, officer, but I'm not fishing. I'm reading."
"Yes, but you have all the equipment. For all I know you could start at any moment. I'll have to take you in and write you up."
"If you do that, I'll have to charge you with sexual assault," says the woman.
"But I haven't even touched you," says the game warden.
"That's true, but you have all the equipment. For all I know you could start at any moment."
"Have a nice day ma'am," and he left.


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Preparing the Soil
Roses prefer a near-neutral pH range of 5.5–7.0. A pH of 6.5 is just about right for most home gardens (slightly acidic to neutral).
An accurate soil test will tell you where your pH currently stands. Acidic (sour) soil is counteracted by applying finely ground limestone, and alkaline (sweet) soil is treated with ground sulfur.
Before you plant, be sure that you choose varieties proven in your climate. When in doubt, All-America Rose Selections winners are good bets. Or check with your local nursery.
Ordering Plants
If you order roses from a mail-order company, order early, in January or February (March at the latest). They are usually shipped in the spring as bare roots when plants are fully dormant, well before they have leafed out. They'll look like a bundle of sticks on arrival. Note, they are not dead—simply dormant.
If you are buying container-grown roses (vs. bare-root roses), plant them by May or early June for best results.
Planting Tips
- Plant roses where they will receive a minimum of 5 to 6 hours of full sun per day. Roses grown in weak sun may not die at once, but they weaken gradually. Give them plenty of organic matter when planting and don't crowd them.
- Wear sturdy gloves to protect your hands from prickly thorns. Have a hose or bucket of water and all your planting tools nearby. Keep your bare-root rose in water until you are ready to place it in the ground.
- Roses can be cut back and moved in either spring or fall, but not in midsummer, as they might suffer and die in the heat. Large rose canes can be cut back by as much as two thirds, and smaller ones to within 6 to 12 inches of the ground.
- When you transplant your roses, be sure to dig a much bigger hole than you think you need (for most types, the planting hole should be about 15 to 18 inches wide) and add plenty of organic matter such as compost or aged manure.
- Some old-timers recommend placing a 4-inch square of gypsum wallboard and a 16-penny nail in the hole to provide calcium and iron, both appreciated by roses.
Watering Roses
- Diligently water your roses. Soak the entire root zone at least twice a week in dry summer weather. Avoid frequent shallow sprinklings, which won't reach the deeper roots and may encourage fungus. Roses do best with 90 inches of rain per year, so unless you live in a rain forest, water regularly.
- Roses love water—but don't drown them. That is, they don't like to sit in water, and they'll die if the soil is too wet in winter. The ideal soil is rich and loose, with good drainage. One of the worst mistakes you can make is to not provide adequate drainage.
- Use mulch. To help conserve water, reduce stress, and encourage healthy growth, apply a 2- to 4-inch layer of chopped and shredded leaves, grass clippings, or shredded bark around the base of your roses. Allow about an inch of space between the mulch and the base stem of the plant.
Feeding Roses
- Feed roses on a regular basis before and throughout the blooming cycle (avoid chemical fertilizers and pesticides if you're harvesting for the kitchen).
- Once a month between April and July, apply a balanced granular fertilizer (5-10-5 or 5-10-10). Allow 3/4 to 1 cup for each bush, and sprinkle it around the drip line, not against the stem.
- In May and June, scratch in an additional tablespoon of Epsom salts along with your fertilizer; the magnesium sulfate will encourage new growth from the bottom of the bush.
Pruning Roses
- Prune roses every spring and destroy all old or diseased plant material. Wear elbow-length gloves that are thick enough to protect your hands from thorns or a clumsy slip, but flexible enough to allow you to hold your tools. Always wear safety goggles; branches can whip back when released.
- Start with pruning shears for smaller growth. Use loppers, which look like giant, long-handle shears, for growth that is more than half an inch thick. A small pruning saw is handy, as it cuts on both the push and the pull.
- Deadhead religiously and keep beds clean. Every leaf has a growth bud, so removing old flower blossoms encourages the plant to make more flowers instead of using the energy to make seeds. Clean away from around the base of the rosebushes any trimmed debris that can harbor disease and insects.
- Late in the season, stop deadheading rugosas so that hips will form on the plants; these can be harvested and dried on screens, away from sunlight, then stored in an airtight container. Stop deadheading all your rose plants 3 to 4 weeks before the first hard frost so as not to encourage new growth at a time when new shoots may be damaged by the cold.
Winterizing Roses
- Do not prune roses in the fall. Simply cut off any dead or diseased canes.
- Stop fertilizing 6 weeks before the first frost but continue watering during dry autumn weather to help keep plants fortified during the dry winter.
- Mound, mulch, or add compost after a few frosts but before the ground freezes. Where temperatures stay below freezing during winter, enclose the plant with a sturdy mesh cylinder, filling the enclosure with compost, mulch, dry wood chips, pine needles, or chopped leaves.
- Don't use heavy, wet, maple leaves for mulch. Mulch instead with oak leaves, pine needles, compost, or straw.
- Clean up the rose beds to prevent overwintering of diseases. One last spray for fungus with a dormant spray is a good idea.
Good gardening practices such as removing dead leaves and canes will help reduce pests. Find out which pests are most prevalent in your area by checking with your local nursery. Here are some of the more common problems:
- Stem Borers
- Japanese Beetles
- Aphids
- Black Spot/Powdery Mildew
- Spider Mites
- Deer: Roses are a delectable tidbit, so try planting lavender near your roses. Not only will you have the makings of a nice potpourri, but the scent of lavender will discourage browsers. You can also spread human or dog hair around the garden area.
Recommended Varieties
- Rugosas, with their showy, bright-pink, five-petal blooms, are good for hedges and wherever a barrier is needed in an exposed or difficult site. They are disease-resistant and cold hardy to Zone 3. 'Jens Munk' is a good rose that blooms through most of the summer.
- Pink roses such as 'Carefree Wonder' are well-rounded shrub roses. They are 3 feet tall with a quiet character. They require only a little shaping in early spring and are hardy to Zone 5.
- Yellow roses such as 'Harrison's Yellow' (Zones 4 to 9), also called 'Pioneer Rose', blooms early, brightly, and sweetly and will survive Zone 4 winters.
Cooking Notes
The tart, reddish-orange hips of rugosa roses are loaded with vitamins and used for jams, jellies, syrups, pies, teas, and wine. The petals can be tossed into salads for color, candied to decorate cakes, or distilled to make rose water.
Wit & Wisdom
- Rose hips are mildly laxative and diuretic.
- Rose petals are brewed for tea blends and sometimes used in gargles and tonics to treat congestion, sore throats, and stomach disorders.
- Rose water is a refreshing skin splash. Try a flower facial! Gentle, aromatic steam cleanses your pores. For oily skin, add a few rose petals to boiling water in a heatproof bowl. Make a bath towel tent and lean your face about 10 inches above the water. It should feel warm, not hot. After 10 minutes, rinse your face with cool water, then blot dry.
And I will make thee beds of roses,
And a thousand fragrant posies.
–Christopher Marlowe (1564-93)
Credit: Danis Benguria
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- How To Care For Roses (backyardgardeningtips.com)
- Tips For Planting Roses And Proper Rose Bush Care (backyardgardeningtips.com)
- Prepare roses for fall blooming (mysanantonio.com)
- An Easy Guide to Transplanting Roses (hbb2obm.com)


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So there's this eyesore in my home....and I was truly going to just remove it completely and hang a picture in its place but then I stopped and thought that this would be a great opportunity for breathing some new life into a fixture. Upon taking this picture and reviewing in on my computer I'm quite embarrassed at how dusty it is. But it was a high shelf and as I am quite challenged in the height department I won't beat myself up about it.


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Young High-Tech Firms Outpace Private Sector Job Creation
New Engine/Kauffman Foundation research lists top 10 metro areas
with highest tech startup density
(KANSAS CITY, Mo.) Aug. 14, 2013 – High-tech startups are a key driver of job creation throughout the United States, according to research released today by technology policy coalition Engine and the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. Though they start lean, new high-tech companies grow rapidly in the early years, adding thousands of jobs along the way. In fact, high-tech startup job creation is so robust that it more than makes up for the job destruction from early-stage businesses failures – a key distinction from the private sector as a whole where job losses from early-stage failures turns this group into net job destroyers.
Previous Kauffman research has shown that new and young firms are responsible for net job creation, not small businesses in general. This report contrasts business and job creation dynamics in the entire U.S. private sector with the innovative high-tech sector – defined here as the group of industries with very high shares of employees in the STEM fields of science, technology, engineering and math. These differences are highlighted at the national level, as well as detailing regions throughout the country where high-tech startups are being formed each year.
"Not all entrepreneurs are the same. In fact, the majority don't even set out to innovate or grow their businesses, and many more never do," said Ian Hathaway, an economic advisor to Engine and author of the report. "By comparing the high-tech sector with other firms across the economy, we see the job-creating power that growth-oriented technology startups harness, compared with other young businesses. Observing these trends, it is clear that encouraging the creation of new tech businesses can boost our economy."
High-tech firm births were 69 percent higher in 2011 than in 1980, and drilling down within high-tech to isolate just the ICT sector (Information and Communications Technology), new firm births grew by 210 percent. At the same time, private-sector business creation was down 9 percent.
"This report confirms the dynamism of the technology sector and its disproportionate contributions to the U.S. economy. It also underscores the need for policies that enable and support that dynamism," said Dane Stangler, director of Research and Policy at the Kauffman Foundation.
What's more, these high-tech startups are becoming increasingly geographically diverse, while the opposite is true for new businesses across the economy generally.
Top 10 Metro Areas for High-Tech Startup Density:
1. Boulder, Colo.
2. Fort Collins-Loveland, Colo.
3. San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, Calif.
4. Cambridge-Newton-Framingham, Mass.
5. Seattle, Wash.
6. Denver, Colo.
7. San Francisco, Calif.
8. Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-Va.-Md.
9. Colorado Springs, Colo.
10. Cheyenne, Wyo.
"In the case of Boulder, a startup community whose evolution I've observed and participated in closely over the past many years, the cultural and economic transformation has been extraordinary," said Brad Feld, co-founder of Boulder, Colo.'s Foundry Group and author of numerous books about creating startups and startup communities. "While there isn't one, definitive blueprint to building a technology industry, this research can hopefully inspire communities and policymakers to work together to ensure that the spread of high-tech entrepreneurship isn't just a trend, but a long-term phenomenon."
The full report is available at www.kauffman.org/bdstech.
The report used data from the Business Dynamics Statistics (BDS) series, which is compiled by the U.S. Census Bureau and tracks the annual number of new businesses (startups and new locations) from 1976 to 2011. More information about the BDS can be found at http://www.census.gov/ces/dataproducts/bds/overview.html. The BDS represents the gold standard of business creation data. In contrast to other indicators that lump employer firms (those coming into existence with employees) together with non-employers and self-employment, the BDS tracks only employer companies. It also allows researchers to separate firms (unique businesses) from establishments (multiple locations of single firms, such as a new Starbucks location) and make important advances in data collection and policymaking.
About Engine
Engine is a research and policy foundation that educates technology startups and government about the impact of high-tech entrepreneurship, and the policies and issues that impact economic growth. Engine has worked with the White House, Congress, federal agencies, state and local governments and international advocacy organizations to educate and inform them of the changing face of American high-tech entrepreneurship. Its more than 500 members are high-growth businesses, pioneers, innovators, investors and technologists all over the country, committed to taking action on the policy issues that affect the way they run their businesses. Members include Mozilla, Uber, AgLocal, LivingSocial, Yelp and Causes. Visit http://engine.is/ for more information.
About the Kauffman Foundation
The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation is a private, nonpartisan foundation that aims to foster economic independence by advancing educational achievement and entrepreneurial success. Founded by late entrepreneur and philanthropist Ewing Marion Kauffman, the Foundation is based in Kansas City, Mo., and has approximately $2 billion in assets. For more information, visit www.kauffman.org, and follow the Foundation on www.twitter.com/kauffmanfdn and www.facebook.com/kauffmanfdn.


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Last week I was wondering around the containment room looking for something to do. It's not like I had nothing to do, but I was just looking for something different that day. I decided to tackle the 24 containers full of dirt and grubs. About a year ago right after we opened Erin got an exciting phone call. A guy had LIVE beetle grubs in a wood/compost pile in his back yard and he didn't know what to do with them, so he decided to call us. We jumped on this one and told him to bring them our way. Phone calls like that are normal around here, but they are extra special when it involves a large live insect that we get to keep. He brought the grubs in a large trashbag with lots of dirt and wood. It was like opening up a huge Christmas present with lots of little presents inside. We found 24 grubs. We weren't sure what type of beetle they were, but we knew they could either be the Ox Beetle or the Eastern Hercules Beetle.
Erin and I were fortunate enought to raise a few Dynastes hercules grubs a few years back, but it was only a few, not 24. We decided to give each grub an individual container. We kept the dirt they came in and mixed in some potting soil, ecoearth, and lots of rotten wood. After that we sat back and waited. About once a month we would make sure they were all still alive and add new dirt and wood if needed. We would also check the moisture in the containers every now and then and added water as needed.
So . . . last week I thought I would add all new dirt and wood to all the grub containers. Erin and I had collected some rotten wood the week before just for that purpose. I was a little nervous to dump out all the dirt from each container because there was a possibility one of the grubs had pupated. Beetles have complete metamorphosis in which they have an egg, larva, pupae, and adult stage. The grubs enclose themselves in a cell of dirt and saliva before they go into the pupae stage and the last thing I wanted to do was bust open that enclosure.
This is what happened . . . I got the first container with great anticipation. I read that it takes about 12 months for the grub to grow, pupae, and become an adult. Maybe, just maybe we would have adults. I slowly and carefully dumped out the dirt and to my surprise there was NOTHING. I was very puzzled but Erin soon informed me that she had found a wandering escapee and put it into another large dirt bucket we had. So, I moved onto the second containter and found a grub. I added all new dirt and fresh rotten wood and went to the next one. I think I found 4 grubs and then my luck changed. I dumped out all the dirt and discovered an ADULT! I'm pretty sure Erin thought I was crazy because I screamed and was so estatic. We had a female ox beetle, Strategus aloeus. We really wanted the eastern hercules beetle, Dynastes tityus, but this was still cool. I found a total of 8 adult females but no males. Fortunately, we have a male that we collected last summer, so maybe we will get babies. On the last container that I opened I busted open a pupal cell and found a wiggly pupae. I decided to just leave it in the containter on top of the dirt. I kept checking on it last week and yesterday I found that a female had emerged from it. It always makes us feel like such good parents when we successfully raise baby bugs. All the beetles are on display in the insect zoo so you should definitely come and check them out.
One more quick story that happened last night after I wrote this blog. My husband, Nick, called me outside because he thought our dog had caught a snake or something and he wasn't about to investigate it himself. I crept out into the grass and saw something moving. After I got a flashlight I discovered that is was in fact an Ox beetle, just what I had written about that day. Fortunately, it was still alive so I released it into my front yard away from my dogs. It must be the time of year for Ox beetles so keep an eye out in your yard for these amazing creatures.