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When I first got into law school, my husband, Derek, teased me about living "Legally Blonde." Throughout the three years of getting my J.D., Derek would say, "Hey, that's just like 'Legally Blonde'!" Nevermind that I'm not blonde, rich or a pink-loving member of a sorority. Well, last month I finally had my bona fide "Legally Blonde" moment. More »

Lifestyle :: Computers :: The One Minute Geek

Chain E-mails

The internet is full of lies. Just take a look at some of the stuff making it into your inbox. A lot simply aren't true. When you see something that seems a little over the top, take a moment and check its validity before forwarding it to your friends and family. A good place to start is TruthOrFiction.com, where you can check out everything from urban legends to pleas for help. More »

Lifestyle :: Computers :: Explore Web Design

Search Engine Optimization: Topical Relevance

Search Engine Optimization will always remain the most vital website promotion and marketing method. Search Engine algorithms establish which factors determine the sites that obtain top rankings. These algorithms are relentlessly altering which is the reason search engine results are continuously changing. Understanding how search engines work by learning about the fundamental aspects of search engine optimization can give your website the utmost potential for unremitting exposure and high rankings. More »

Lifestyle :: Computers :: Tech Tips

The Newer Newspaper

The on-line newspapers are delivered instantaneously as they are written and edited. However, everyone gets the same news pages. But everyone has different interest and likes, so what one person might be interested may not interest others. Once again, through the â€œmagicâ€ of the web, this problem is solved. Everyone can get news or stories that they are interested in. More »

Lifestyle :: Around Town :: World Wide Ed

Tokkuri Tei - The Izaka-ya to Die-ya For

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Our company recently completed a weight-loss competition, in which we - depending on how serious you were - stripped ourselves of the bare essentials. For some, these "essentials" included cake, pork chops, deep fried foods, or a combination of the three. For me, it was sushi! More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Picture This

Smell The Roses, A Lesson On Composition

Have you ever been walking or driving along and something catches your eye? No matter how important your destination, you stop and gaze with wonder at what you see. More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Hawaii Wedding Tips

Ask Tanna - Wedding Gifts

Do the people at the check in table hold onto the gifts until the end of the reception to be transferred later to the hotel safe (envelopes) and room (gifts), or are they transferred when the reception table closes? More »

Lifestyle :: Computers :: Internet Safety

In My Own Words - An Internet Predator's Cautionary Story

You've heard all the warnings about the dangers of the Internet. Your parents may have warned you not to chat with strangers and not to give out personal information online. But are the dangers real or just the paranoia of over-protective parents and adults? More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Baby Talk

Thanking Mom on Mother’s Day

On this, my first Mother's Day, I'd like to honor my own mother, Vera Ako, with an extra heap of gratitude. I could not know how hard the job of mothering was until I had my own child. More »

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

Why Tattooers Stood Against HB 2283

Many people may wonder why Oahu's tattooers stood in unison against HB 2283. Why wouldn't we want to be rid of testing and licensing? More »

Lifestyle :: Health/Fitness :: Speed Training

Flex Those Biceps to Lower Your Distance!

So you wanna hit the ball far but you don't want to look like ze little girly man? Hanz and Franz, Aaahold Schwarzenegger's fictitious cousins, can help you to build those biceps and help you get rid of your flabulence. But hear me now and believe me later, your biceps might be the cause of a major loss of speed and therefore distance. More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Ask Buddy

Woof, Woof, I Am Now a Delta Society Therapy Dog

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Do you know the difference between being a therapy dog and companion dog? Mom took me to the Delta Society training class a year ago. Mom learned things to teach me so I could pass the test. Mom had some tests to pass. It has been a year of training for mom and I. I am proud to be part of the Delta Society as a therapy dog. More »

Lifestyle :: Travel :: Kimo's Vegas

The Man With the Golden Arm, Part I

On May 28th, 1989, a Hawaii man walked up to "Craps Three" and set a record that stands to this day. Stanley Fujitake held the dice for 3 hours and 6 minutes, 118 rolls. On the anniversary month of this historic event almost 19 years later Kimo's Vegas talked with the Sr. VP of the Downtown Region, John Repeti (who was the General Manager) and Casino Manager, Jeff Weiss (who was the Shift Manager) of the California Hotel when the longest roll in craps history happened. More »

Lifestyle :: Travel :: Small World

Science Tourism On Hawaii Island

Would you book a trip somewhere just to learn about science? That's what the officials at the Big Island Visitors Bureau hope, and they're putting some effort into a new campaign to attract visitors in a niche market. More »

Lifestyle :: Computers :: Technology In Plain English

Catch a Falling Star and Put it In Your Pocket

Remember that oldie? Well, for this column I'm going to tell you about how you can kinda do a similar thing with a couple programs and a really large capacity flash drive that will easily fit in your pocket! So, with a tip of the fedora to Lee Pockriss and Paul Vance who wrote the song that begins, "Catch a falling star and put it in your pocket, Never let it fade away! Catch a falling star and put it in your pocket, Save it for a rainy day!" here's how: More »

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

Mad About Two

While vacationing in Hawaii seven years ago, I took my first surf lesson at Puena Point on the North Shore. When I returned to New York City, I bought my first surfboard and started making weekend treks from the East Village to Long Beach, Long Island. More »

Lifestyle :: Food :: Creative Recipes

Onolicious Brie, Pear and Pecan Tart

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I am always looking for a fast, easy to make, and healthy recipe. This tart combines the creamy smoothness of brie with the sweet and tartness of pears. The olive oil drizzles and the salt balance all the flavors. It takes only 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to bake. This appetizer can also be served as a light lunch entree or a dessert. This recipe is a keeper. More »

Lifestyle :: Health/Fitness :: Healing Hands

Foot Pain: Plantar Fasciitis

What is Plantar Fasciitis? The plantar fascia is a dense fibrous band of connective tissue that originates from the medial heel of the foot and inserts on the bones in the forefoot. This tension band supports the medial arch of the foot and can assist in push-off when running and/or jumping. Plantar fasciitis ("itis" = inflammation) results from the biomechanical abuse of the plantar fascia leading to microtrauma and inflammation. It is often a chronic condition that may take months to resolve. Risk factors include: obesity, high impact training, pes cavus (high arch) and/or pes planus (flat feet). More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Ask Buddy

Things We Can Learn From Dogs

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Have you ever wondered where those dog sayings came from? “Let sleeping dog’s lie”, “Sick as a dog”, “dog eat dog world”, etc. My mom did some research and we were amazed at how all these doggie phrases originated. More »

Lifestyle :: Travel :: Coaster Crazy

Virginia Is for (Roller Coaster) Lovers

Virginia is for Lovers, and for lovers of roller coasters, Paramount's Kings Dominion, located in Doswell, will satisfy your heart's desire. It offers an even dozen heart pounding scream machines. We visited the park during the American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE) convention in 2003. More »

Lifestyle :: Health/Fitness :: Healing Hands

Caregiving for Patients After a Stroke Continued...

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This article will address assisting a patient after a stroke with walking, wheel chair to bed transfers and proper sequencing for getting up off the floor. More »

Lifestyle :: Health/Fitness :: Healthy Back Tips

The Patience of a Stonecutter

Expectations of quick results usually lead to giving up too soon. More »

Lifestyle :: Travel :: Small World

Packing Along the Pooch: Tips on Traveling With Pets

Two dedicated dog owners in Canada are the inspiration for this column. My wife's cousin Annie Lam and husband Victor in Vancouver, British Columbia, sent out photos from their annual summer vacation with their dog that made us a little wistful. More »

Lifestyle :: Health/Fitness :: Speed Training

SpeedLearning: The New Paradigm for Skill AND Speed Development

In my formative years as a golf instructor I learned many facets of teaching that influenced me in one way or another. I've kept what worked and what didn't work was tossed aside. It was a perfectly logical and pragmatic approach to learning my trade. More »

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

Bedside Manners: Create a Good Relationship with Your Doctor

Doctors who take the time to listen and keep an open mind help patients feel more at ease. Having this type of relationship with your doctor can ultimately lead to better care, says Christopher Brace, D.O., a geriatrics physician with Queen's Health Care Centers. More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Sculpting

Vandalism to Public Sculpture

On a recent visit to see the portrait sculpture of Israel Kamakawiwo'ole in Waianae, I discovered that the bottom fishhook that rested on IZ's chest was missing, i.e. apparently stolen. Who would do such a thing? And who would evoke such negative mana against a man who gave so much of himself to the people of Hawaii? More »

Lifestyle :: Health/Fitness :: Healing Hands

Recovering From Open Heart Coronary Bypass Graft Surgery

An open surgical procedure used to treat moderate to severe coronary artery disease. Clogged arteries are bypassed with grafts to provide alternate routes of blood flow to the heart. Although other grafts may be used, this surgical procedure most commonly involves a saphenous vein graft from the leg to route blood around areas of vessel blockage in the heart. More »

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