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  1. Some reflector testing

    Back in mid-2009, I did some testing because of the variety of reflectors people were asking about. This entry will be about the Lumenbright series as well as the LumenMax Elite.

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    From this angle, you can see how thick (tall) each reflector is. After all, how much room you have in the canopy dictates what fits and what doesn't.

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    I set up a hanger in the kitchen, centering the reflector's ...
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  2. In honor of the fading snow...

    I love snow, and nothing is likely to change that. Last weekend on the very first official day of Spring, DFW got hit with an unusual snowstorm. People in north Dallas received 9" of snow. Where I lived, not a flake in sight. However, last month I enjoyed a weekend in the mountains of Arizona, and here are a few of those moments I enjoyed.

    The entire weekend it came down, giving me yet another good reason for a nice roaring fire in the fireplace.

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  3. My Three Year Addiction

    I have been in the saltwater reefing hobby now for 3+ years, and if I would have gave up at the first sign of trouble I would not be here today. Every day I see so many new and old reefers leaving this hobby. Problems develop in our tanks and they frustrating and very depressing. Not to mention the very bad economy that we find ourselves in these days. IMO, in the end this is a wonderful hobby. I'm still learning so much every day from everyone in this hobby. I hope in turn to return the favor. ...
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