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   THE DASH

   February 18, 2014 by KPL

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   Are you familiar with the DASH? Well, that is the longer hyphen mark between your birth and your death, representing you life! A friend of mine died Monday 10th February. This Pahoa woman was believed to be the Big Island's oldest resident. Born 4th April 1906. As stated by many, she had a wonderful full life! She died at home, where she lived with her daughter who is 81years young. I recall having dinner with her, at one of our favorite restaurant just last year 2013, after a meeting we all attended. I ordered hot soup for my appetizer, she ordered red wine. She said, "Karolyn, skip the soup and order the wine!" I loved that woman! She was and always …

   

   Last reply by KPL, February 20, 2014

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   Hike! Hut! Ho! I've been recruited...

   February 17, 2014 by Kim

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   The last few Saturday mornings have drawn me down to Mission Bay to join my daughter in a new activity, outrigger canoe paddling. She's done it for two seasons and gets in great shape, and wanted to recruit me, so, hey, why not? I like the ocean, let's go! "Makai" is Hawaiian for "to the ocean". Six people per boat. Seat one sets the pace, seat three calls the stroke changes, seat six is the steersman. As a novice, I've been in seats two, four, and five, just trying to maintain perfect synchronization and paddle technique. There is a certain twist of the torso, a triangle made with arms and body, setting the blade, and sitting up to move the water, th…

   

   Last reply by Kim, February 18, 2014

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   Skydive for Tiger's 15th

   February 16, 2014 by Pedro 65

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   Our son Tiger turned 15 yesterday and the best way for him to start the day was with a 12 000 ft Skydive and landing at Kirra bch on the Gold Coast, he of course "Loved it' and has been wanting to do it since he saw my 1st jump 12 yrs ago, he's hooked now Its now our family tradition that when our children turn 15 they start the day with a skydive, our 3 eldest have all loved it and our younger 2 cant wait. Pete

   

   Last reply by Pedro 65, February 17, 2014
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   Some drone action for you Triode

   February 7, 2014 by MattyB

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   My DP (director of photograhy) friend just got a cool quad-copter to run his go pro in. Here's his first flight. Some good shots of inland empire/SoCal desert. https://vimeo.com/86073750

   

   Last reply by Jastin, February 15, 2014
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   What do most people use to palm talk?

   February 14, 2014 by stevethegator

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   Just curious. Maybe it's because I'm young and just started posting here but I almost exclusively use "i" products (using my phone right now). I have used my computer and it definitely makes posting pictures easier but if just takes so much time!

   

   Last reply by _Keith, February 15, 2014

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   Happy Birthday to sonoranfans

   February 14, 2014 by edric

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   It is with great respect and honor, that I give this 98th birthday greeting to our member Tom Blanc, if in fact he's just joking, he had better change his first name to Mel; just kidding Tom, have a happy birthday, Ed

   

   Last reply by LilikoiLee, February 14, 2014

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   Rock Climber ascends 2,500 feet with no rope, palms seen in background

   February 14, 2014 by redbeard917

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   http://www.rockandice.com/video-gallery/the-un-cut-video-of-alex-honnold-free-soloing-el-sendero-luminoso-5-12c-d It's in El Potrero Chico, Mexico. An impressive feat, but I thought I'd share because of the palms. At 2:30, some kind of silver fan palm can be seen in the background. 3:02 and 3:56, maybe some kind of Dyckia? 5:53, some trunking palms can be seen on the left.

   

   Last reply by redbeard917, February 14, 2014
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   Happy birthday Rory

   February 12, 2014 by doranakandawatta

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   I wish you a very happy and palmy birthday, with 20 new palms in your garden Feel welcome on Palmtalk if you want to post pics of your palms, we'll enjoy. Best wishes Kindest regards Philippe

   

   Last reply by waykoolplantz, February 14, 2014
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    Stop the European Union bill Plant reproductive material

    February 10, 2014 by Ciczi in Sweden

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    The European Union wants all plants must be registered in order to be sold. This would lead to more small businesses going bankrupt and that Europe would have a narrow range of plants and crops. Help us to get the EU to scrap this extraordinarily stupid suggestions. Sign the petition here; http://namninsamling.se/index.php?sida=2&nid=8361 //Ciczi is for diversity, not monoculture The long text here is a summary of what the bill concretely means. The EU is currently considering a proposal for a law that could make it illegal to sell many seeds and seedlings. The proposal goes through , we will have a greatly limited access to seeds, especial…

    

    Last reply by Phoenikakias, February 14, 2014

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    Mini film idea for Palm tree promotion on Palmtalk

    February 12, 2014 by Walter John

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    How about a short 10 minute show, like an interview style with someone at a desk,for arguments sake let's have his name as Matt. You can design a simple set with some palmy backdrop or plain backdrop, doesn't matter. So Matt introduces himself and the theme of this weeks show, "Hello folks, Matt here again with you for another Palm In, Palm Out show and this week the Palm in is none other than Bismarkia nobilis, or bizzy." Further dialogue and discussion with photos etc, some funny bits, some overdubs, some intro and outro music and the whole thing last 10 mins. You can film it on any reasonable cell or mobile phone and upload it etc. What do you think ? Would you watch …

    

    Last reply by Kim, February 14, 2014
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    RIP Sid Caesar

    February 12, 2014 by DoomsDave

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    He was 91. He was a hoot as the coach in "Grease" among much else. RIP, sir, we'll keep laughing.

    

    Last reply by PalmatierMeg, February 12, 2014
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    Any chance of this forum using tapatalk

    February 12, 2014 by redant

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    I use it else where on my iphone, great software and when you post pictures they are hosted by tapatalk so less server usage. I have no idea whats involved in the integration so just bringing this up as a thought. http://tapatalk.com/

    

    Last reply by Turtile, February 12, 2014
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    how long can you store greenhouse plastic?

    February 10, 2014 by MattyB

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    I'm going to need to replace the plastic on my greenhouse. It's lasted 7 years. I still have a good amount from the original roll of heavy duty 6 mil plastic that Dean gave me about 8 years ago. I bet he bought it at least 10 years prior to that. So we're talking about plastic that's about 20 years old. It's been sealed up in a box, in the basement, and it appears to be in good condition, but I'm still wondering if I might be wasting my time by using it. Does anyone know how long you can keep this stuff in storage? You know how some plastic just breaks down after a while? I don't want to spend time and money rebuilding the greenhouse only to have it fail premature…

    

    Last reply by edbrown_III, February 11, 2014
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    Manning's gonna whoopaz!

    January 10, 2014 by Gonzer

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    Last reply by Gonzer, February 9, 2014

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    Palms at Sochi

    February 8, 2014 by palmislandRandy

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    Without a doubt my favorite team uniform at Sochi. Team Tonga. Go get em, Tonga.

    

    Last reply by Palm crazy, February 8, 2014

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    Six inches of ice in Slovenia

    February 6, 2014 by tjwalters

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    Unbelievable. Be sure to watch the video. I wonder why this wasn't featured more prominently in the news. http://www.businessinsider.com/photos-of-ice-storm-in-slovenia-2014-2

    

    Last reply by DoomsDave, February 7, 2014

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    Good idea for a palmy dinner

    February 6, 2014 by Alberto

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    Good idea for a palmy dinner

    

    Last reply by Phoenikakias, February 7, 2014
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    Just something I like

    February 7, 2014 by _Keith

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    Last reply by Jerry@TreeZoo, February 7, 2014
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    Causarium or causiarum?

    February 6, 2014 by Rafael

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    I have been reading "sabal causiarum", but i thought it was causarium. Which one is the correct one?

    

    Last reply by Jerry@TreeZoo, February 7, 2014
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    Best 10 Minute clip :)

    February 6, 2014 by Pedro 65

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    LilHub - You Won't Be Able To Stop Watching This - Over 240 Incredible HD Clips This a Must Watch, its "Fantastic" , BEST clip Ive seen in years Pete

    

    Last reply by Dypsisdean, February 6, 2014

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    Sochi Olympics--No Thank You

    February 6, 2014 by sur4z

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    I feel sorry for all involved http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/worldviews/wp/2014/02/05/15-signs-that-russia-is-not-very-ready-for-the-olympics/

    

    Last reply by PALM MOD, February 6, 2014

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    Snake ID

    February 2, 2014 by Trópico

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    Photo coming up....

    

    Last reply by Silas_Sancona, February 6, 2014

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    SUPER BOWL FOOTBALL

    February 3, 2014 by Jeff Searle

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    It's halftime and Seattle is winning 22-0. That's right, Denver is down by 3 touchdowns. Hardly what was expected! And Peyton Manning has thrown 2 inceptions in the first half ? Something nobody saw coming. Who's your favorite team? What's your thoughts?

    

    Last reply by Jeff Searle, February 3, 2014
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    Nasa's video of the worlds climate change since 1950!

    January 30, 2014 by yachtingone

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    http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=gaJJtS_WDmI Start zone pushing now! Quite alarming. Randy

    

    Last reply by amazondk, February 2, 2014
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    January 2014 Stock Talk 1 2 3

    January 2, 2014 by tank

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    2014 is definitely starting off flat for me . Folks just taking profits? Anyone buy a gallon of milk through Amazon.com yet? Happy New Year.

    

    Last reply by Dypsisdean, February 1, 2014