PML Exploration Services LLC MudSlinger Page 1 How I Met My Sweetheart Look for these employee submitted stories of how they met their significant other. We received a lot of feedback on this one, and everyone was excited to share their stories. Thanks for the submissions, and keep it coming. We all enjoy the personal touch your submissions give this newsletter. MudSlinger PML Exploration Services LLC Volume 1, Issue 2 Early one morning on my way to work, I stopped at the convenience store to grab some coffee. After I poured my cup, I was trying to put the lid on, not doing a good job. I was paying attention to my cup and didn't notice the lovely lady that was waiting behind me to get her coffee. After I ran into her and my coffee spilled all over her purse and coat, I tried to help her wipe the coffee off best I could with a couple of napkins. She said it was no big deal; that accidents happen. I offered to pay to have it dry cleaned and insisted we exchanged numbers so she could call me and let me know how much I owed her. We ended up becoming friends. We dated for only 5 months before I popped the question. Oh, and she did send me the dry cleaning bill, $10 dollars. Looking back that was the best $10 I’d even spent. A s PML continues to grow and spread its industry wings, we are no longer known for just mud logging. In the fall of 2010, PML hired its first Geosteering Geologist and began its first geosteering job. Since then, we are now operating in the Bakken and are pursuing work throughout the United States. According to John Parsons, PML President & CEO, Geosteering is a great opportunity for PML in growth areas of the industry. It allows us to improve our value to our clients, which in turn means more jobs and opportunities for our employees.” As PML continues to gain geosteering experience and credibility, we gain more ground on separating ourselves from our competitors. Since the onset of horizontal wells, Geosteering has evolved into a necessary part of our industry. Over the last few years, Geosteering has gained respect in the industry and has become an important team player. As oil & gas companies strive to stay in smaller zones while drilling, the use of Geosteering Geologists has become vital. According to PML Geological Consultant, Gregg Donley, “Geosteering can be performed onsite, as well as remotely. It’s the same; their job is to guide the drilling while staying in the pay zone.” Geosteerers also help to avoid danger areas, which could potentially cost the client thousands of dollars if not avoided. Venturing into Geosteering is not only profitable for PML, it also improves the career path and options for our current employees. Prior to geosteering, our geologist had only one career path available to them, now they can venture into something new and exciting while gaining a valuable skill. It allows the geologist to use their expertise in geological analysis. A quality Geosteerer is an important member of the Geology Team. They are responsible for the interpretation of geological and geophysical data and accountable for the accurate placement of well path associated with the drilling of horizontal development wells. He/ she works closely with the drilling engineer and drilling supervision to insure the accurate placement of wellbores. They collect, review, and interpret the geological data to guide the directional drilling operator to stay in the “sweet spot.” The sweet spot equals money to the client, which equals more jobs for PML if we continue to provide top quality work. The future for PML and geosteering has never looked brighter. With this new venture, PML is one step closer in becoming an industry leader and top-quality competitor. PML is definitely a company on the move… Geosteering In the Right Direction
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How I Met My Sweetheart Look for these employee submitted stories of how they met their significant other. We received a lot of feedback on this one, and everyone was excited to share their stories. Thanks for the submissions, and keep it coming. We all enjoy the personal touch your submissions give this newsletter.
MudSlinger PML Exploration Services LLC
Volume 1, Issue 2
Early one morning on my way to work, I stopped at the convenience store to g
rab
some coffee. After I poured my cup, I was trying to put the lid on, not doing a
good job. I was paying attention to my cup and didn't notice the l
ovely lady that
was waiting behind me to get her coffee. After I ran into
her and my coffee spilled
all over her purse and coat, I tried to help her wipe the coffee
off best I could with a couple of napkins. She said it was no big
deal; that accidents happen. I
offered to pay to have it dry
cleaned and insisted we exchanged numbers so she could call
me and let me know how much I owed her. We ended up
becoming friends. We dated for only 5 months before I popped
the question. Oh, and she did send me the dry cleaning bill, $10
dollars. Looking back that was the best $10 I’d even spent.
A s PML continues to
grow and spread its
industry wings, we are
no longer known for
just mud logging. In the fall of
2010, PML hired its first
Geosteering Geologist and began
its first geosteering job. Since then,
we are now operating in the
Bakken and are pursuing work
throughout the United States.
According to John Parsons, PML
President & CEO, Geosteering is a
great opportunity for PML in
growth areas of the industry. It
allows us to improve our value to
our clients, which in turn means
more jobs and opportunities for
our employees.” As PML
continues to gain geosteering
experience and credibility, we gain
more ground on separating
ourselves from our competitors.
Since the onset of horizontal wells,
Geosteering has evolved into a
necessary part of our industry.
Over the last few years,
Geosteering has gained respect in
the industry and has become an
important team player. As oil &
gas companies strive to stay in
smaller zones while drilling, the
use of Geosteering Geologists has
become vital. According to PML
Geological Consultant, Gregg
Donley, “Geosteering can be
performed onsite, as well as
remotely. It’s the same; their job is
to guide the drilling while staying
in the pay zone.” Geosteerers also
help to avoid danger areas, which
could potentially cost the client
thousands of dollars if not
avoided.
Venturing into Geosteering is not
only profitable for PML, it also
improves the career path and
options for our current employees.
Prior to geosteering, our geologist
had only one career path available
to them, now they can venture into
something new and exciting while
gaining a valuable skill. It allows
the geologist to use their expertise
in geological analysis.
A quality Geosteerer is an
important member of the Geology
Team. They are responsible for the
interpretation of geological and
geophysical data and accountable
for the accurate placement of well
path associated with the drilling of
horizontal development wells. He/
she works closely with the drilling
engineer and drilling supervision to
insure the accurate placement of
wellbores. They collect, review,
and interpret the geological data to
guide the directional drilling
operator to stay in the “sweet
spot.” The sweet spot equals
money to the client, which equals
more jobs for PML if we continue
to provide top quality work. The
future for PML and geosteering
has never looked brighter. With
this new venture, PML is one step
closer in becoming an industry
leader and top-quality competitor.
PML is definitely a company on
the move…
Geosteering In the Right Direction
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The two organs communicate via the muscular walls around the heart, which are connected to the brain in the circulatory system. As the brain releases hormones telling the body what to do, receptor cells in your blood vessels pick up these messages. In addition, there are nerve endings that travel from the brain to the muscular walls of the heart. These nerves send messages to the muscle tissue to either relax or contract. Since these two organs communicate, mental health can have a dramatic effect on heart health and vice versa.
Stress The mind’s response to a perceived or actual threatening situation is known as stress. The body responds to the stress by increasing:
Blood pressure
Respiratory rate
Heart rate
Oxygen consumption
Blood flow to skeletal muscles
Perspiration
Muscle tone
When you experience these responses on a regular basis as a result of stress, you are putting your body at an increased risk of heart disease. Stress-reducing Meditation To combat the potentially life-threatening damage stress could have on your heart, there are several meditation techniques you can try. These techniques aim to achieve a relaxation response to reduce stress, improve the immune system and prepare the body for traumatic situations in the future. Here are three ways to meditate:
Go into a quiet environment and sit or lie down in a comfortable position. Then, focus your attention on one thing such as a word, phrase or sound. Repeat that one thing over and over again. If you find that your mind wanders, refocus back. Do this exercise for 20 minutes to escape the stressors of your life.
Progressive relaxation is another useful exercise. Lie down or sit in a quiet area. Focus your attention on the muscle groups in your feet and slowly move through each group
until you reach your head. As you go through each muscle group, try to imagine that you are actually breathing through those organs. As you “exhale”, release the tension from the group. As an alternative, you may tighten the muscles in each group for several seconds, and then physically release the tension.
A third meditation exercise is to imagine that you are clearing your body of the toxins that you want to get rid of. For instance, visualize that you are ridding your arteries of plaque. Concentrate on releasing that energy, which will ultimately reduce the tension in your mind.
Even though the brain and the heart
are located far from one another in the
body, they are intrinsically connected
and have a significant impact on how
each other functions.
The Heart and Mind Connection The link between two vital organs
Heart Patients Need to Relax…
Research indicates that those who already have heart problems are at an increased
risk of a second heart attack if they are extremely stressed, depressed or hostile.
To avoid unnecessary strain on your heart, find ways to reduce the stress in your
10. 15% of Women send themselves flowers on Valentines Day every year.
9. More than 9 million pet owners will give Valentines Day gifts to their pets.
8. The Taj Mahal in India was a Valentines Day gift from Emperor Shahjahan to his deceased wife.
7. The Captain & Tenille were married on Valentines Day in 1974.
6. Other than the U.S., Valentines Day is only celebrated in Canada, Mexico, U.K., France, Australia, Denmark and Italy.
5. Each year over $1 billion worth of chocolate is sold for Valentines Day.
4. Teachers receive the most Valentines Day cards of anyone.
3. 64% of men will not make plans in advance for Valentines Day and choose to wing it with their sweethearts.
2. Penicillin was first introduced to the world on February 14, 1929.
1. More at-home pregnancy tests are sold in March than any other month.
10 Fun Facts You M ight Not Know About Valentine’s Day
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**********QUICK REMINDERS**********
> Wanting to revisit your tax withholdings? Simply fill out a 2011 W-4 Form. Forms are located on the
website and in the Payroll Dept.
> Questions about your wages? Hours reported? Rate of pay? Please remember to forward all
initial payroll questions to your immediate supervisor for help; Your supervisor will include the
Payroll Department, if necessary.
> Don’t forget to check with Payroll to ensure your
“worked in” and “lived in” states are correct
to ensure accurate tax reporting.
Help welcome the newest PML teammates. You will be seeing these
new faces around, make sure to make them feel welcome!
Mid-Continent Mud Loggers
Steve Emfinger
Pat Williams
Northeast Mud Loggers
Kristen Mulholland
Southern Mud Loggers
Clint Brown
PML is looking for experienced Mud Loggers in the following areas;
OK, LA, TX, CO, ND, MT, WV and PA
If you know someone you would like to refer, please have them contact Angela Harris in Human Resources
at [email protected] or 405-606-2701 or apply online at www.pmles.com
Effective January 1, 2011, The following Vacation Policy is an attempt to revise and align both field and office staff
vacation leave.
> Vacation leave is use it or lose it, meaning all vacation accrued throughout the year must be used by December 31st of that year or the
employee loses it.
> Vacation accrued during 2010 will be carried over to 2011 but the total carried over cannot exceed the annual accrued maximum of 10 days or
15 days for any employee of PML. (10 or 15 depends on the years of service, see below.) if the carryover amount is not used during 2011, it
will be fortified as of January 1, 2012.
> Moving forward, on Jan 1st all employees begin the new calendar year with a 0 vacation balance.
> Loggers hired in 2011 and moving forward will not be offered vacation leave.
> All current loggers will continue to receive vacation leave under the new policy as
defined below as long as they are employed continuously.
> All employees eligible for vacation will accrue vacation at the same rate:
> 0-5 years of service = 10 days annually.
> 5+ years of service = 15 days annually.
> Vacation days are defined as 8 hours for office staff and 12 hours for field staff.
> When using vacation leave, all employees must fill out a Vacation Request Form,
forward to their supervisor and the signed form must be sent in to HR/Payroll two
weeks prior to the leave. To get a Vacation Request Form, see your supervisor or visit
the PML website and download it.
> If an employee, with an accrued vacation balance, resigns giving a written two (2) week notice and leaves on good terms, they will be paid for
their unused accrued vacation hours. The total amount paid is not to exceed one (1) year worth of accrued vacation. Failure to give two (2)
week notice, failure to fulfill an approved two (2) week notice, or termination of employment will result in the forfeiture of payment for
accumulated vacation hours.
PML Vacation Policy Change
Lose the SALT But Not the Flavor
Cutting back on the salt in your diet is one way to help control blood pressure. Many people consume much more salt than their bodies need—on average, at least 12 times as much, according to the American Heart Association. If you’re used to salty flavors, know that you can shake the salt habit without feeling deprived. Here’s how…
Limit processed foods, which are usually high in sodium. Eat more
fruits, vegetables and other low-sodium foods instead.
Drain and rinse canned vegetables before preparing them. They’ll
keep a little of their salty flavor, but you’ll rinse away about a third of the sodium, according to the USDA.
Try packaged foods labeled as low sodium.
Season vegetables, poultry and fish with lemon juice rather than
salt.
Try cooking with salt-free seasonings, such as vinegar and herbs.
Prepare plain brown or white rice instead of flavored mixes. Flavor
with herbs or olive oil.
Snack on “lightly salted” popcorn and pretzels and “no-salt-
added” peanuts.
Remember: Try adding these tips gradually to get used to a lower
-salt life. You’ll eat healthier without sacrificing taste.
I’d just came off a 24 hour logging shift and my sister had invited a girlfriend over that she hadn’t seen in about 10 years. My sister had just went through a bad divorce and was staying with me until she could get back on her feet. I was worn smooth that night and in no mood for company. I know I was grouchy as hell to the both of them but my sister’s friend Becky just kept on talking away. We all watched TV until I passed out in the recliner. The next morning I woke up to the smell of sausage. Becky and my sister was making breakfast. After we ate I got dressed and headed to the rig. Becky called me that night. We talked and talked. She ended up coming over for the next month or so. My sister got her own place and moved out. I asked Becky to move in and she’s been with me ever since. That was 5 years ago.
Place green beans and cooked ham into a greased casserole dish. Add mushroom soup and dash of
black pepper. Next, sprinkle cheese on top of bean and soup mixture. Top with French onions. Place in
microwave for 10 minutes on medium-high or until cheese is melted and bean mixture is warm..
3 cans French Style Green Beans, drained
2 cups of chopped cooked ham
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 (8oz) pkg. shredded Cheddar cheese
1 can French fried onions
Dash of black pepper
Cooking oil spray
Desserts
Easy Microwave Fudge
Easy Microwave Fudge
Add milk, oil, egg white and vanilla. Stir vigorously for 2 minutes. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Bake
in microwave for 2 minutes. Check to make sure it is cooked on the bottom by lifting it with a spoon. If it
is runny, cook 10 more seconds at a time until done.
1 (12oz) pkg. of Semi Sweet chocolate chips
1 (14oz) can condensed milk
1 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans pre-
ferred)
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Fat Needed to Function
Besides being an energy source, fat is a nutrient used in the production of cell membranes, and in several hormone-like compounds that help regulate blood pressure, heart rate, blood vessel constriction, blood clotting and the nervous system. Fat also helps maintain healthy hair and skin, protects vital organs, keeps your body insulated and provides a sense of fullness after meals.
However, too much fat can be harmful. Eating large amounts of high-fat foods adds excess calories, which can lead to weight gain and obesity. Obesity is a risk factor for many diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, cancer, sleep apnea and osteoarthritis. Too much of certain types of fats, such as saturated fat or trans fat, can increase your blood cholesterol levels and your risk of coronary artery disease.
Bad Fats
All fats are not created equal. The key is to replace bad fats with good fats in our diet. Saturated fats raise total blood cholesterol levels more than dietary cholesterol because they tend to boost both good HDL and bad LDL cholesterol. The net effect is negative, meaning it's important to limit
saturated fats. Limiting saturated fats in your diet, and eliminating trans fat from partially-hydrogenated oils, is key in maintaining a healthy weight, good cholesterol levels, and avoiding conditions such as heart disease, obesity and diabetes. Saturated Fat Foods
Saturated fat is most often found in animal products like beef, beef fat, lamb, pork, seafood, poultry fat, butter, eggs, cheese and other dairy products made from whole and two-percent milk. Other foods high in saturated fat include coconut, palm and other tropical oils.
Trimming the Fat
Limit fat in your diet, but don't cut it out completely. Focus on reducing foods high in
saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol, and select foods made with unsaturated fats. Consider these tips when making your choices:
Sauté with olive oil instead of butter.
Use olive oil instead of vegetable oil in salad dressings and marinades.
Sprinkle nuts or sunflower seeds on salads instead of bacon bits.
Snack on a small handful of nuts rather than potato chips or processed crackers. Or, try nut-butter spreads, (non-hydrogenated), on celery, bananas, or rice cakes.
Add slices of avocado, rather than cheese, to your sandwich.
Prepare fish such as salmon and mackerel, which contain monounsaturated and omega-3 fats.
Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats have fewer adverse effects, but you still need to consume all fats in moderation. Eating large amounts of any fat adds excess calories. Make sure that fatty foods don't replace more nutritious options, like fruits, vegetables, legumes or whole grains.
Did You Know…? Many foods contain different kinds of fat and varying levels of each type. For example,
butter contains unsaturated fats, but a large percentage of the total fat is saturated fat.
A better option is canola oil, which has a high percentage of monounsaturated fat, but
also contains smaller amounts of polyunsaturated and saturated fat.
Now that trans fat has been
upgraded to the worst kind of
fat, saturated fat comes in at a
close second as the “other”
bad fat.
Walking can add years to your life and life to your years. And it couldn’t be easier. You don’t need to join a health club, wear special
equipment or go into training to reap the rewards:
THE CONDITIONER: Walking conditions your heart and lungs and improves your body’s ability to use oxygen more efficiently. Fact: In one study, women who walked briskly (3-4mph) at least three hours a week cut their risk of heart attack and stroke by more than half.
THE PROTECTOR: Walking helps beat other health problems too. It reduces your risk of some forms of cancer and osteoporosis. It fights the battle of the bulge, reducing body fat and building muscle. Walking can even help people with diabetes reduce or
eliminate their need for medication.
THE JOINT-SAVER: Walking can burn about as many calories per mile as jogging does. But it delivers less of the jolt, so it’s much easier on your joints and muscles.
THE DE-STRESSOR: Walking is easy on your mind too, since it lessens stress and lightens depression. Beginning walkers usually report that they feel and sleep better, and that their mental outlook improves.
THE WINNER: Best of all, walking has the lowest dropout rate of any form of exercise. So you’re more likely to stick with it and get all these benefits and more, like better digestion, improved regularity and lower blood pressure.
Earth’s Easiest Exercise
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At noon on Friday, January 28th, 2011 Bob Cook was celebrated and honored with a
retirement luncheon at the corporate offices of PML. Earl’s BBQ was catered in and many
co-workers were in attendance to show their support for Bob. He spent over 10 years
working for PML as a technician in the Production Department. He always had a witty
comment or a smile to share. He was a dependable and loyal employee and will truly be
missed by all. While employed, Bob worked very hard to streamline processes in production
to allow for better software & hardware rollouts.
Prior to coming to PML, Bob worked for Totco out of Oklahoma City as an Electronics
Supervisor. Bob spent 3 years in the United States Navy as an Electronic Gun Fire Control
Technician after attending the U.S. Navy Fire Control Tech School. Bob also attended
Glendale College and the College of the Canyons, where he received his Electronic
Certification.
We want to wish Bob and his family the very best in all their future endeavors.
Thanks Bob for ten good years…Good luck!
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Please help celebrate the following birthdays from January and February
JANUARY
John Boles
Stanley Davis
Charisse Dye
Emery Fields
Alex Hickman
Joshua Pace
Joshua Ritter
James Wells
FEBRUARY
Thomas Chapman
Richard Davis
Brad Horn
Richard Landry
John McKinley
Christopher Phillips
Joseph Phillips
Derek Riggs
We would like to say THANK YOU to all of you who have put in your
dedicated time and effort to making PML a great place to work. Please
help celebrate the following employees who have reached a new
milestone with PML in January and February.
3-4 Years John Parsons—3 Years Joseph Venable—3 Years
Cynthia Williams—3 Years
Keith Allen—4 Years Charisse Dye—4 Years
David LoBaugh—4 Years
1-2 Years Jennifer DeBlaer—1 Year
Orbie Hairston—1 Year
Mark Knapp—1 Year
Chad Walker—1 Year James Wells—1 Year
Justin Tate—1 Year
5+ Years Laun Post—6 Years
Dwayne Weigand—15 YEARS!!!!
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I was working off shore at the time. I was looking for a cell phone, and little did I know she had a thing for ole cowpokes like me. When I was getting my phone we just got to talking and I just could not ignore the fact that this beautiful brown eyed baby girl was staring at me as well. Before I left the store there was a note in my bag saying “if you would like to stare more here is my number maybe over a dinner and dancing night”. Well the Cajun people are famous for their music and dancing, so one night we went out and got to know each other. For three yrs I didn’t have a clue that it would start the true beginning of my life, and not a day goes by that we don’t talk about that very special night. See the Cajun folks have four things they live by; God for one, Family, work and last but not least the party side of us. So, my advice is, a lady is like a rose, if you treat her right, keep refreshing her she will bloom. If you don’t she will welter away and I found out I don’t have to be as smart as I think am sometimes; she was smart enough for the both of us. 12 yrs later still fighting and punching it out but I don’t know where I would have wound up if I wasn’t living what we called the Val la vive if I didn’t. That’s about all I can say. As Cajun folks say it, guys you just there to show up, they make all the rules you just go with it cause if mama is happy EVERYBODY is happy!!
Pictures From the Field
Thanks to James Howell for submitting these pictures of PML Unit MS01 in the snow on the Felderhoff 18 rig in Decatur, TX.
877-502-9466
If you are injured or on the
job and need medical
attention, please notify your
supervisor and contact Axiom
Medical to be connected with
a registered nurse that will
make sure you get the best
medical care available.
Axiom Medical Hotline
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I had went out to a nightclub with my girlfriends to celebrate our college graduation. The club had two levels and the second level allowed you to overlook the dance floor on the first level. My friend Julie noticed a guy dancing with a group of people and commented on his green Adidas sneakers. She loved them and wanted to talk with him so we all went downstairs and approached his group. They exchanged numbers that night. At the same time, I became good friends with another guy in their group. After a month of Julie hanging out with the green sneakers guy, she asked me if it was ok if she called the guy that I had befriended; she had really started having feelings for him. Of course I said go for it, because we were only friends. We all went out that night and the guy with the green sneakers and I laughed and danced all evening. From that day on, he became my best friend and we married two years later.
Come on… Be My
Valentine.
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