Acquisitions and Divestitures Acquisitions (Revenue and Income of Acquiree Since Acquisition Date) (Details) - Devon Acquisition - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2019	Jun. 30, 2019
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business Combination, Pro Forma Information, Revenue of Acquiree since Acquisition Date, Actual	$ 4,342	$ 8,718
Business Combination, Pro Forma Information, Earnings or Loss of Acquiree since Acquisition Date, Actual	$ 2,020	$ 4,716

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