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Rule Number One

"How do you get so close to the ____?" is a question I often hear from people looking at my photographs. Often people expect to hear some trick or some secret method I use for getting animals to get near or stay still while I pose them.

Octopus’ Garden

This is a short video of a diving expedition to the Philippines. The video was shot by myself, Terry Lilley, a marine biologist located in Hanalei. The music is Octopus' Garden by the Beatles. More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Safety & the Art of Tattoo

When NO is the RIGHT thing to say.....

In tattoo studios we are often presented with ideas that we may decline for various reasons. It is very frustrating to explain in detail why we are giving sound advice that the tattoo is not a good idea only to have the potential client ask, "Well, do you know someone who will?" More »

Business :: Finance :: Creating Your Financial Security

Bonds and Interest Rates: A look at how one can greatly affect the other.

Is the bond bull history? Bond titan Bill Gross called an end to the 30-year bull market in fixed income back in 2010, and he has repeated his opinion since. Legendary investor Jim Rogers predicted an end to the bond bull in 2009, and he still sees it happening. More »

Lifestyle :: Health/Fitness :: Speed Training

What's Your Release Style? Part 3: The Fixes

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Since I've spent the last two months describing all the moves and different release styles of pros and amateurs, let's spend some time looking at how you are going to fix your problems. In most cases, the quick fix or the Band Aid solution isn't really the answer. More »

Lifestyle :: Computers :: Technology In Plain English

CHARGE!... DIY and some free favorites

How would u like to have a 4 unit charging device right where u want it and install it in about 20 minutes? Yes u can... this is a Power 2U wall outlet u can install yourself (DIY) and have the capability of charging any 4 devices at once... 2 plugged into the USB outlets and 2 plugged into the power outlets. More »

Community :: Features :: Civil Beat

Ala Wai Canal: Hawaii's Biggest Mistake?

In the 1920s, Dillingham's Ala Wai Canal project helped Waikiki grow into the business and tourist mecca that it is today, where high-rise hotels crowd the skyline and attract more than 4 million visitors a year... But it might have been Hawaii's biggest mistake... More »

Business :: Careers :: CareerBuilder Career Center

Are you a good fit for a small company?

If you're job hunting, one way to potentially increase your chances of success is to look for a position with a small business ... Pursuing employment opportunities with smaller companies can be a wise move. More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: The Freedive Camera

Rule Number One

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Community :: Features :: Community Features

Army to host July 4th event for military members, families

U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii will host a July 4th celebration, here, for military members and their families to pay tribute to their contributions in the defense of freedom. Because of capacity and safety concerns, the event will be open to Department of Defense ID cardholders only. More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Energy Tips

Are you prepared for a hurricane?

The best time to prepare for a hurricane is before the threat of an approaching tropical storm. Gather emergency supplies for seven days. Some preparations may take longer, such as implementing measures to minimize the damage to your home from high winds... More »

Lifestyle :: Around Town :: World Wide Ed

Chad Owens - A Born Fighter

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Chad Owens is no stranger to competition. He came into this world fighting... Fighting for his life. Weighing just 3 pounds, Owens was born a month and a half premature. It was the determination of his mother to never give up on him that became the driving force behind who he is today and how he approaches life's daily challenges. More »

Business :: Real Estate :: Hawaii Home Help

What Buyers Want

The Hawaii home buying season is in full swing. Summer is the season when more people plan to make a move. Whether you are a business exec or a family with backpack-toting kids, now is the time when you are likely to be house-hunting. More »

Sports :: Outdoor :: The Golf Club

The Death of a Tourney

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The 2013 Honda Hawaii Pearl Open was the last. It is sad not to have a 36th Hawaii Pearl Open to celebrate all that's been accomplished over the years with a final tournament at Pearl Country Club. But the Honda Motor Company pulled the plug on the tournament a couple of months after the last edition was played. More »

Lifestyle :: Food :: Creative Recipes

Flavored Fruit Waters

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You will be tempted to enjoy drinking more water to quench yourself this summer with no sugar added but plenty of flavor. Monica Shigenaga owner of Cocojor Dog Emporium and Spaw in Honolulu shared this refreshing recipe with me. More »

Lifestyle :: Health/Fitness :: HMSA's Island Scene

Arthritis: A Joint Venture

Do you believe arthritis is light-years away? About 1,200 keiki in Hawaii and 300,000 children nationwide have it. In women, it commonly starts at age 30. And 50 million Americans - one in five adults in Hawaii - live with it. More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Jewels of the Isle

Jewelry Market Niches

Have you ever wondered what the differences are between high end jewelry stores and a discount jewelry stores, aside from the notion that one store has better quality? Which has the better value? One definition of value may be emotional value which is immeasurable, but may play a huge role in determining perceived value. More »

Business :: Real Estate :: Understanding the Hawaii Real Estate Ma...

So What's Happening in Oahu's High End Market?

Early in year in 2011 I began tracking the numbers for the Top 7 Neighborhoods which had the highest Unit Volume Sales for all homes that sold at $1,500,000+. Now that there are two years of data to draw upon, the reports are even more interesting as they supply information to us over an extended period. More »

Business :: Real Estate :: Hawaii Real Estate Coach

Wills, Trusts and Real Estate

I will be discussing wills, trusts and real estate for next few months. This month will focus on wills. I am not an attorney and what I am discussing in this and other future articles is based on years of going to seminars, reading books and working with trust attorneys in helping my clients with their estate planning. More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Hawaii Auto Repair Advice

How’s your car battery?

Today's vehicles have more electrical components and do-dads than ever before. This really strains your electrical system, making it hard for the battery to keep up. Think about it: electric seats, seat heaters, power door locks, windows and sun roofs... More »

Community :: Features :: Civil Beat

How One Lawmaker Blocks Hawaii's Ethics Reform Year After Year

A powerful state senator is blocking efforts to strengthen Hawaii's ethics and campaign spending laws, state officials and nonprofit leaders say. They point to Sen. Clayton Hee, chair of the Judiciary and Labor Committee, as the major roadblock to good government and political reform laws... More »