From the mighty Amazon River, to the biological diversity of the national parks, to the snowy peaks and the gaping valleys of the mountains, gorgeous Peru has it all for the nature oriented traveler.
How can Hawai`i control the invasive waiawi - strawberry guava? One option is to see it as a resource. The wood is useful, and the fruit is tasty. Humans have an amazing ability to deplete resources. Let's use our power for good! More »
Many times we blame technology for problems that are caused by humans. We often find ourselves searching for technical solutions to problems that are not technical in nature.
Most folks would benefit from the principle of Occam's Razor. This tenet suggests that, all else being equal, the simplest explanation is usually the most accurate. More »
Her parents watching intently, the temperature rising to 100 degrees and Michelle Wie looked cool and relaxed with her caddy by her side. It's the LPGA Q School, short for QUALIFYING school, something no one in the Wie circle expected her to have to go through. But as B.J. Wie told reporters earlier this year, "we've run out of options." More »
As the wedding peeks around the corner, showers are a wonderful way to remind the bride how much love and support she has from her dearest friends and family. After a whirlwind engagement, the wedding shower is often the first time a bride can relax, have fun and celebrate her upcoming day. Showers are a time to honor the bride with gifts and well wishes. A great shower, customarily thrown by the maid of honor and bridesmaids, is memorable, carefully planned and of course, a blast! More »
This month, we'll be chronicling a day-in-the-life of my boy Bari. A day that will forever live in infamy... Well, at least for him. You see, a few months ago, Bari underwent LASIK surgery to correct his "blind-as-a-bat" vision. And since his folks and lady friend were all out of town, I was the lucky third stringer to get the call to be his chauffeur/nurse/caretaker for the day. Lucky me. More »
Phyllis could be the poster child for disaster preparedness. Every hurricane season, her cupboards are stocked with bottled water, SPAM, flashlights, batteries and a first-aid kit. But, there was one time of year she was never ready for: flu season. "It seemed like I was getting sick every flu season. I had no resistance," says Phyllis. More »
August 19, 2008 was a great day for tattooing in Hawaii! On that day we held Hawaii's very first blood born pathogen seminar geared specifically to tattooers and body piercers. More »
So, about 120 days ago you signed a listing agreement and now you are sitting here wondering why your house hasn't sold yet. It could be for any number of reasons your home hasn't sold but most likely it can be attributed to just plain bad choices on part of the seller. Let's examine some of the reasons why your home hasn't sold yet that may not be so obvious to the general public. More »
Resumes are a critical part of any job search. They are the most effective marketing tool any of us have about who we are and what we can do. And all of us want our resume to be the best possible representation of our work. More »
Losing data can be such a painful thing! I know from personal experience how painful and more than that, how costly of a mistake it could be! I asked our techs in the office to try and take a look at my broken hard drive and even with the guru's standing right behind me, nothing. No pulse, no action no life. It was a horrible experience. But I learned from that experience and I am here to share it with you today. More »
If you were to take a look at the swings of the greatest players of all time, you would find a commonality amongst all of them... athleticism. Just take a look on YouTube to find the great old swings of Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan, Sam Snead, young Jack Nicklaus, Lee Trevino and now Tiger Woods. What you won't see is cookie cutter looking swings or compact, "efficient" techniques. But what you will see is pure, unadulterated athleticism. More »
September started out with a killer town swell, one of the best all summer. It was solid 3-5 with a few bigger ones and was more consistent than some of the earlier swells we had. The southeast direction of the swell was a bit off for Ala Moana bowls, but #3s down the way was said to be "all time" . The Northshore came back to life a little bit, but we are still anxiously awaiting some solid waves out here since there hasn't been anything over 4 ft since last spring. More »
Many times, you'll see a great movie at HIFF... but can only catch it again when it's on DVD. So it's a wonderful opportunity to watch very special or exclusive movies on the big screen! Munching on popcorn, sipping a cool drink, sitting in an air-conditioned theater with THX/Digital Stereo and plush stadium seating... and watching a much-anticipated movie before everyone else? Movie heaven! More »
It's October, and I cannot believe how the time has flown. Some folks are anticipating the Holidays and the festivities while others are dreading the expectations of the upcoming season. I will show you how to make you and your family feel good. More »
Recently, a group of my friends who are parents and I were engaged in a conversation about the trials and tribulations of parenthood. They were warning me about all the unpleasant situations that they've encountered in child rearing. More »
Movies directed by Ben Stiller, or starring him for that matter, have always been a joy to watch. Whether its Reality Bites (1994), The Cable Guy (1996), or Zoolander (2001), the stories innocently poke fun at the film industry and Hollywood. His latest release Tropic Thunder is now his witty parody on the same subjects, but with much more hilarious punches. More »
As most of you know, I spend lots of time looking at new tech stuff and reading reviews, press releases and feature articles. Most months also feature technology oriented trade shows where companies unveil their latest innovations... some of which, BTW, never make it to market. Nevertheless, I enjoy looking at and reading about all of them. More »
Did you know that many home appliances and electronic devices consume small amounts of electricity even when they appear to be inactive or turned off? This draw of electricity is referred to as an "energy sneaker" or a "phantom load." You can prove this yourself by touching the wall adaptor of your cordless phone or cellular phone recharger. If it is warm, you know it's using electricity. More »
When connected to the Internet, your computer is attacked at least a few hundred times every hour. But, you can take steps to help protect your machine, and there are a few things you can do - or not do - to decrease your chances of getting infected. Cyber security may be a 21st century challenge, but, it's one that's best tackled if you think back to medieval times. More »
Charles Dickens never rang truer. It seems the best - and quite possibly the worst - of times are upon us. On one hand, we have the best of everything available to us. And if not the best, at least better than ever before. More »
Glass is God. Photographically speaking anyway. If you have ever attended any of our classes you have heard me say this at one point or another. What does it mean? More »
One of the most popular pastimes after gambling and eating in Las Vegas is shopping. A quick trip to WalMart, Sam's Club, Costco, Sears, Longs or Kmart on a Saturday is proof positive that local people love to shop. The natural extension of this logic is that a local person in Vegas will go shopping even if it's only for the requisite omiyage. So how can you save money shopping in Vegas? More »
The economy is putting a strain on businesses in Hawaii and across the nation. However, there are a number of steps you can take help your company weather rough economic times. More »
Picture a dark attic with exposed wiring draped with spider webs and scurrying rats. Stick your head into a slimy crawl space with dripping, moldy pipes and tilted foundation blocks. A termite-ridden cabinet under a rusty kitchen sink reveals a dozen B-52 cockroaches running for cover. Is your home haunted by the ghost of past leaks, cracks, or even perhaps the spirit of long-departed residents? More »
Hawaii's Fastest Internet Service brings you corporate security expert Brian Ishikawa for the 15th installment of the Road Runner Interactive Webinar series. View and chat along as Brian helps us minimize risk by establishing an awareness of Advance Fee Fraud Schemes, and teaches us what actions to take if we are victimized. Submit your questions to Brian ahead of time or ask your questions live in the chat room during the event! Don't miss it! More »
When the waves get over 8' on the North Shore, I surf Puaena Point. It's a D-list spot that for some bathymetric reason, tames down swell size so that aged geezers like me can still hit the surf without drowning. PP sits on the north edge of the Haleiwa Boat Harbor channel and the wave breaks right along it. So, when you're sitting in the lineup between sets, you see every imaginable type of ocean craft going out and coming in. More »
The federal and state government encourages citizens to invest in real estate and gives tax benefits to real estate investors that is not available to investors of stocks. Investing in real estate is not for everyone. Most of the investors that have invested in real estate over the years have done very well and they have a source of cash flow from the rental income. More »
From the mighty Amazon River, to the biological diversity of the national parks, to the snowy peaks and the gaping valleys of the mountains, gorgeous Peru has it all for the nature oriented traveler. More »
Many consumers are moving toward Cushion Cut Diamonds as their choice for their center stone. They have a romantic and classic look that sets them apart from the crowd of round brilliants. This surge in popularity is being fueled by the marketing efforts of many of the world's leading jewelers such as Tiffany & Co. and Harry Winston. More »
The Oheo Gulch on Maui's lush Hana Side was carved into Haleakala's cone over the last million years by wind and rain and the steady flow of the Pipiwai Stream. The series of magnificent waterfalls and tranquil sculpted pools is part of the Haleakala National Park System. The pools are open to the public for hiking, visiting historical sites, picnicing and swimming. More »
What's the best way to get a lot of photos you have taken with your digital camera to others who may want them? Now days with the high mega-pixel cameras, each photo maybe on the average of one to two megabytes. So sending 20-30 photos will most likely not make it through most of e-mail systems. You could burn them a CD but that takes time and then you would need mail it to them or deliver it to them. Who has time for that? So what other choices do you have? More »
Urdhva Baddhangullyasana is a standing pose where the fingers are bound together and the arms are stretched overhead. This pose is wonderful for creating flexibility in the wrists, arms and shoulders and relieves tightness in the neck. People who work at computers, taxi drivers, surfers, hair stylists, or anyone whose activities cause tension in the neck and upper body, will gain great benefit from this asana. More »
