When an area is disturbed, it upsets the natural balance and creates an ecological open space that gives non-natives a read more

When an area is disturbed, it upsets the natural balance and creates an ecological open space that gives non-natives a foothold, ... Another thing is that Florida is not very species-diverse, so there are more options for invasion because there aren't many native species.

Be thou incapable of change in that which is right, and men will rely upon thee. Establish unto thyself principles read more

Be thou incapable of change in that which is right, and men will rely upon thee. Establish unto thyself principles of action; and see that thou ever act according to them. First know that thy principles are just, and then be thou.

It seems the storm is not going to be as strong as we feared and that was enough to take read more

It seems the storm is not going to be as strong as we feared and that was enough to take some of the selling pressure off stocks today. We are not likely to see real stock-buying this afternoon as most investors still want to see what happens with the storm during the weekend, but if damage is minimal, we might be bound for a rally on Monday.

Richard was a bright guy. He had a lot of good travel skills, obviously. Many (escapees) just stay right around read more

Richard was a bright guy. He had a lot of good travel skills, obviously. Many (escapees) just stay right around Salem, so we've been able to bring them back into the hospital. We haven't been that lucky with Richard.

Deciding whether to trust or credit a person is always an uncertain task.

Deciding whether to trust or credit a person is always an uncertain task.

The choice was between shutting down service or delaying service, because the recovery operation would have blocked the yard, too. read more

The choice was between shutting down service or delaying service, because the recovery operation would have blocked the yard, too. So we decided to wait until after the morning rush to do the job.

The priorities would have remained the same ? first medical care, then law enforcement alert.

The priorities would have remained the same ? first medical care, then law enforcement alert.

I am really proud of the kids. We were not hitting the open shots tonight but we kept fighting and read more

I am really proud of the kids. We were not hitting the open shots tonight but we kept fighting and still had a chance. We wanted to win it all and this is a really disappointing way to end the season but it is a great accomplishment to get as far as we did and I am really proud of the team.

We've come here with several things on our mind and goals to achieve,

We've come here with several things on our mind and goals to achieve,