WHEN YOU'RE FEELING DOWN...
When you're feeling down, its easy to keep moving in a downward spiral. When you realize you don't have a lot of money, credit cards are piling up. You tell yourself, it'll be alright. When you're stocks lose a lot of its value and you wish you could eat out with your friends. You tell yourself, it'll be alright. When your car won't start and the check engine light goes on, you think to yourself, it'll be alright. I can ride my bike and try to put a grin on your face that I need the exercise. When you ride your bike and you have a flat tire, you tell yourself, I have an extra tube, I can change the tire. Two day later you ride your bike to school, it'll be a alright you say. A mile later you get a flat tire. You don't have an extra tube. On your way home, you fight the tears. Strangers wizz by in their cars and strangers walk by you. You look down as you walk, thinking if a cigarette is in order to help ease the pain. You realize, it won't. As you're crossing the street to head to your house, you hear a horn, a stranger in a pickup truck asks you if you want to throw your bike in the back and hitch a ride. You smile back and point, I live right there. You realize that it will be alright, it will be tough but people will always be there to help.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
Celebration
CELEBRATION
With the recent passing away of Michael Jackson, I realized that there aren't many musical legends alive.
There is one that comes to mind. Madonna. Madonna has an active career spanning decades.
Today, she released Celebration, a greatest hits album. The item that makes this standout is the iTunes - Deluxe Video Edition.
For $29.99, you will get 68 songs and music videos. 38 songs and 30 music videos to be exact. An extensive collection worth every penny!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
With the recent passing away of Michael Jackson, I realized that there aren't many musical legends alive.
There is one that comes to mind. Madonna. Madonna has an active career spanning decades.
Today, she released Celebration, a greatest hits album. The item that makes this standout is the iTunes - Deluxe Video Edition.
For $29.99, you will get 68 songs and music videos. 38 songs and 30 music videos to be exact. An extensive collection worth every penny!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Rest and Relaxation?
REST AND RELAXATION?
I have taken the past week off work and with only school to focus on, I find myself incredibly busy, in a good way.
It has been great hanging out with my best friend, spending time at home relaxing and taking many many naps.
1 more week of vacation to go!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I have taken the past week off work and with only school to focus on, I find myself incredibly busy, in a good way.
It has been great hanging out with my best friend, spending time at home relaxing and taking many many naps.
1 more week of vacation to go!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Friday, September 11, 2009
Taking My Time - Vanilla Wafers
TAKING MY TIME - VANILLA WAFERS
Aloha all,
Every week; hopefully more often, I will try to slow down life and enjoy one special thing we take for granted.
After class, I had 45 minutes to kill until the bus arrived, so I decided to stop by the vending machine. Besides your usual chocolate and chips, were multiple packs of vanilla wafers for $.85.
As I opened my package and walked towards my bus stop, I took a small bite of the first wafer. Crunchy, sweet and delicate. With a pep in my step, I greeted everyone along my path. Upon arriving at the bus stop, I had an idea; I took a wafer and removed the first layer, ate it like a rabbit would a carrot; at least as seen on tv. Unlink the first layer (which lacked icing, the 2nd layer, had double icing, double delicious!
After eating the rest of the wafers in that manner, I realized life is good.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Aloha all,
Every week; hopefully more often, I will try to slow down life and enjoy one special thing we take for granted.
After class, I had 45 minutes to kill until the bus arrived, so I decided to stop by the vending machine. Besides your usual chocolate and chips, were multiple packs of vanilla wafers for $.85.
As I opened my package and walked towards my bus stop, I took a small bite of the first wafer. Crunchy, sweet and delicate. With a pep in my step, I greeted everyone along my path. Upon arriving at the bus stop, I had an idea; I took a wafer and removed the first layer, ate it like a rabbit would a carrot; at least as seen on tv. Unlink the first layer (which lacked icing, the 2nd layer, had double icing, double delicious!
After eating the rest of the wafers in that manner, I realized life is good.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
1 Week later.
1 WEEK LATER
What a difference a week makes!
Last week, I would just worry about making it to training on Saturday morning then off to swim class and hanging out with Travis.
This weekend, the same, but I had to plan my meals and cook for the week, do tons of reading for school and barely had time for my DVR.
Busy, but good busy, I like staying ahead of the game and I'm glad I have the time and resources to do so.
ha! 6 A's here I come! (maybe 5 A's and a B).
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
What a difference a week makes!
Last week, I would just worry about making it to training on Saturday morning then off to swim class and hanging out with Travis.
This weekend, the same, but I had to plan my meals and cook for the week, do tons of reading for school and barely had time for my DVR.
Busy, but good busy, I like staying ahead of the game and I'm glad I have the time and resources to do so.
ha! 6 A's here I come! (maybe 5 A's and a B).
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
My First Day of School
MY FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
Aloha! It has been a while! I thought Twitter would kill my blogging habits and though it slowed it down, Twitter can't express all the thoughts in my head...
My first day of school was surprisingly easy. Classes were easy to find, instructors were friendly. All of my anxiety were for nothing. I took the bus arriving at school an hour before my classes started because I feared missing it. I didn't have a problem with the bus to and fro and the bus is really great! The bus goes directly from Hawaii Kai to UH and doesn't stop by Aina Haina nor Kaimuki, not to mention the bus stop is across the street from my last class.
Oh yeah, did I mention I only have 1 final? The rest of the instructors are foregoing finals in lieu of projects and essays due the week prior.
Sorry so short. Miss you blogspot.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Aloha! It has been a while! I thought Twitter would kill my blogging habits and though it slowed it down, Twitter can't express all the thoughts in my head...
My first day of school was surprisingly easy. Classes were easy to find, instructors were friendly. All of my anxiety were for nothing. I took the bus arriving at school an hour before my classes started because I feared missing it. I didn't have a problem with the bus to and fro and the bus is really great! The bus goes directly from Hawaii Kai to UH and doesn't stop by Aina Haina nor Kaimuki, not to mention the bus stop is across the street from my last class.
Oh yeah, did I mention I only have 1 final? The rest of the instructors are foregoing finals in lieu of projects and essays due the week prior.
Sorry so short. Miss you blogspot.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Monday, July 13, 2009
NEW BALANCE 768
NEW BALANCE 768
I am sad to say that my favorite pairs of shoes are worn out. Its especially haunting as the line has been discontinued. Heading to the New Balance store to try the new model 769. I've looked online for 768, but my weird shoe size aren't to be found.
I enjoyed these shoes so so much, I gave up Nike shoes and Nike +, which never really fit me right but had awesome software.
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July 13 update - I originally meant to post this last week but I'm one lucky mug.
Endless.com has free shipping to Hawaii. Not to mention the $99 shoes.. were only $55. Not only that, if you spent over $100 you get $25 off... so I spent $85 on 2 brand new shoes.
I heart Endless.com and I heart New Balance.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I am sad to say that my favorite pairs of shoes are worn out. Its especially haunting as the line has been discontinued. Heading to the New Balance store to try the new model 769. I've looked online for 768, but my weird shoe size aren't to be found.
I enjoyed these shoes so so much, I gave up Nike shoes and Nike +, which never really fit me right but had awesome software.
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July 13 update - I originally meant to post this last week but I'm one lucky mug.
Endless.com has free shipping to Hawaii. Not to mention the $99 shoes.. were only $55. Not only that, if you spent over $100 you get $25 off... so I spent $85 on 2 brand new shoes.
I heart Endless.com and I heart New Balance.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Tuesday, July 07, 2009
The Power of A Dollar
THE POWER OF A DOLLAR
I am fundraising for the 2009 Honolulu Marathon and I thought I would try something different.
Instead of asking for large donations, $1 is all I ask and to spread the word.
Click here to find out more.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I am fundraising for the 2009 Honolulu Marathon and I thought I would try something different.
Instead of asking for large donations, $1 is all I ask and to spread the word.
Click here to find out more.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Recession
RECESSION
We all probably know all the bad things going on in the world; so I'll quickly talk about the good things I have noticed with the recession.
The major thing I have experienced is the shopping experience. Customer service agents are 200% nicer than last year.
I went to Toys R US and was asked if I needed help 5 times in about 10 minutes.
Hopefully the level of customer service keeps up when our economy recovers.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
We all probably know all the bad things going on in the world; so I'll quickly talk about the good things I have noticed with the recession.
The major thing I have experienced is the shopping experience. Customer service agents are 200% nicer than last year.
I went to Toys R US and was asked if I needed help 5 times in about 10 minutes.
Hopefully the level of customer service keeps up when our economy recovers.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Friday, June 19, 2009
Another Year
ANOTHER YEAR
Yes. Today, I am another year older.
Another year wiser? probably not. Another year richer? definitely no.
I might not be financially well off, but I am fortunate in so many other ways. I am the healthiest and fittest I have ever been. I am the happiest I have ever been. Finding a happy medium between spending time with others and my time alone.
What am I going to accomplish the next year? Who knows. I enjoy staying free and unpredictable.
Maybe a job in South America. Maybe going back to uni. Maybe selling everything I own and going around the world.
ima wo ikiru.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Yes. Today, I am another year older.
Another year wiser? probably not. Another year richer? definitely no.
I might not be financially well off, but I am fortunate in so many other ways. I am the healthiest and fittest I have ever been. I am the happiest I have ever been. Finding a happy medium between spending time with others and my time alone.
What am I going to accomplish the next year? Who knows. I enjoy staying free and unpredictable.
Maybe a job in South America. Maybe going back to uni. Maybe selling everything I own and going around the world.
ima wo ikiru.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Another Race.
ANOTHER RACE
This past Sunday, I participated in the 3rd Annual Hibiscus 1/2 Marathon which all the funds go to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
I haven't been training in running long distances and I hadn't exercised since the Honolulu Triathlon so my expectations were to take it east and run 10 minute miles.
I was very happy to finish. It was extremely hot.
I finished with a time of 2:06. I'm very happy with my time. Granted the winner came in at 1:10... lol
Off to the next race!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
This past Sunday, I participated in the 3rd Annual Hibiscus 1/2 Marathon which all the funds go to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
I haven't been training in running long distances and I hadn't exercised since the Honolulu Triathlon so my expectations were to take it east and run 10 minute miles.
I was very happy to finish. It was extremely hot.
I finished with a time of 2:06. I'm very happy with my time. Granted the winner came in at 1:10... lol
Off to the next race!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Friday, June 12, 2009
Another Vice - off the list
You heard it here 1st.
I am giving up gambling.
Its been fun and I've had my shares of up and downs, but its time to move on.
Goodbye Platinum membership. Goodbye Free buffets.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I am giving up gambling.
Its been fun and I've had my shares of up and downs, but its time to move on.
Goodbye Platinum membership. Goodbye Free buffets.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Apple Early Adopter - SUCKS!
EARLY ADOPTER
I love Apple products. I love buying their products the 1st day it comes out.
Unfortunately, this has a major setback. Since AT&T only allows an upgrade every 18 months, I will have to wait until December to get a full price upgrade.
Oh well.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I love Apple products. I love buying their products the 1st day it comes out.
Unfortunately, this has a major setback. Since AT&T only allows an upgrade every 18 months, I will have to wait until December to get a full price upgrade.
Oh well.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Friday, May 29, 2009
24 Hour - No More
24 HOUR FITNESS
I canceled my membership after a year.
Why? After 11 months of membership, I went to the gym 11 times.
I figured I have remained active on my own and its time that me and 24 hour fitness move our separate ways.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I canceled my membership after a year.
Why? After 11 months of membership, I went to the gym 11 times.
I figured I have remained active on my own and its time that me and 24 hour fitness move our separate ways.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Monday, May 18, 2009
2009 Honolulu Triathlon
2009 HONOLULU TRIATHLON
Its official. I have completed the 2009 Honolulu Triathlon.
I came in 25th place over all and 5th in my age division (M25-29).
I can't wait for next year's event.
Here are the results (CLICK ME)
There is definitely a lot of room for improvement.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Its official. I have completed the 2009 Honolulu Triathlon.
I came in 25th place over all and 5th in my age division (M25-29).
I can't wait for next year's event.
Here are the results (CLICK ME)
There is definitely a lot of room for improvement.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Friday, May 08, 2009
Epic Pet Wars!
EPIC PET WARS
Add me on! GUSSBM
Post your code on this thread for others to add you on!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Add me on! GUSSBM
Post your code on this thread for others to add you on!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Thursday, May 07, 2009
Mamma Mia!
MAMMA MIA!
Aloha everyone! Want to save $10 off Mamma Mia? Use the
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Aloha everyone! Want to save $10 off Mamma Mia? Use the
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Free Cinnabon!
FREE CINNABON!
To all the nurses out there! Free Cinnabon from May 6-12.
Click here!
Feel free to forward and share!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
To all the nurses out there! Free Cinnabon from May 6-12.
Click here!
Feel free to forward and share!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Tuesday, May 05, 2009
How to Install Car Speakers
HOW TO INSTALL CAR SPEAKERS
1) Dismantle door until there are no parts on the door left.
2) Take picture of crusty old speaker and remove.
3) Place new Sony speakers and take picture.
4) Test radio, place door panel back and enjoy better sounding music.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
1) Dismantle door until there are no parts on the door left.
2) Take picture of crusty old speaker and remove.
3) Place new Sony speakers and take picture.
4) Test radio, place door panel back and enjoy better sounding music.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Friday, May 01, 2009
Busy Busy!
BUSY BUSY
Sorry I haven't posted in a while...
My dad came to visit. It was his first time to Hawaii.
Trip was short and sweet!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Sorry I haven't posted in a while...
My dad came to visit. It was his first time to Hawaii.
Trip was short and sweet!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Miss USA
MISS USA
I rarely watch Miss USA but this year I decided to tune in and maybe catch some great moments like when Hawaii's own Brooke Lee won the title and later went on to win Miss Universe.
Unfortunately, the contest is more evaluated on looks than on brain power as I spent most of the time laughing at the contestants. Really! It should be a comedy show...
The biggest laughter of the night came when Miss California during the interview section.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Though there should be a clause that an opinion must be in a complete sentence and that the sentence make sense.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I rarely watch Miss USA but this year I decided to tune in and maybe catch some great moments like when Hawaii's own Brooke Lee won the title and later went on to win Miss Universe.
Unfortunately, the contest is more evaluated on looks than on brain power as I spent most of the time laughing at the contestants. Really! It should be a comedy show...
The biggest laughter of the night came when Miss California during the interview section.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Though there should be a clause that an opinion must be in a complete sentence and that the sentence make sense.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Saturday, April 18, 2009
How to Install a Car Stereo Receiver
HOW TO INSTALL A CAR RADIO RECEIVER
1) Take everyone out until beyond recognition.
1) Take everyone out until beyond recognition.
2) Plug in all wires and pray you did it correctly.
3) Test out Car Stereo
4) Take a long time so its dark when you're finally done putting stuff together.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Black & White
BLACK & WHITE
I really liked these photos but now with a change of color or lack there of, it really brings new life to photos.
And to think, this was all done on my iPhone.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I really liked these photos but now with a change of color or lack there of, it really brings new life to photos.
And to think, this was all done on my iPhone.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Monday, April 13, 2009
Practice Triathlon
PRACTICE TRIATHLON
This past Sunday we had our practice triathlon. Yes, we come in all ages, shapes and sizes. If we can do it... Seriously, you can to!
Ever wonder what goes into a practice triathlon?
1) SETUP - BRIEFING
Setup is important. You have to arrange your things for a quick transition from one event to another. There is also a quick briefing about the conditions and the route.
2. SWIM
The first event of the triathlon is swim. Normally we start on land and run into the water, this time around we decided to start in the water. Our swim route was to the windsock and back. About 500m swim.
3. BIKE
After swimming, you run to your transition area, put on your socks, shoes, helmet, sunglasses, grab your bike and go! This time out, we rode from Kaimana Beach park, over Diamond head through Kalaha and to the Aloha gas station, and back (TWICE!)
4. RUN
The last event of the triathlon. Normally a quick 3 mile run in itself, but after swimming and going over Diamond Head 4 times sometimes your legs and calves don't like to work as they normally do. Just breathe and push hard until you feel your kick come on!
5. AFTER PARTY
Yes! Its time to celebrate! High 5's, hugs, and food are in order! This is Team Jet Hawaii training group and yes, I wouldn't have it any other way!
Go Team!
You're all rockstars!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
This past Sunday we had our practice triathlon. Yes, we come in all ages, shapes and sizes. If we can do it... Seriously, you can to!
Ever wonder what goes into a practice triathlon?
1) SETUP - BRIEFING
Setup is important. You have to arrange your things for a quick transition from one event to another. There is also a quick briefing about the conditions and the route.
2. SWIM
The first event of the triathlon is swim. Normally we start on land and run into the water, this time around we decided to start in the water. Our swim route was to the windsock and back. About 500m swim.
3. BIKE
After swimming, you run to your transition area, put on your socks, shoes, helmet, sunglasses, grab your bike and go! This time out, we rode from Kaimana Beach park, over Diamond head through Kalaha and to the Aloha gas station, and back (TWICE!)
4. RUN
The last event of the triathlon. Normally a quick 3 mile run in itself, but after swimming and going over Diamond Head 4 times sometimes your legs and calves don't like to work as they normally do. Just breathe and push hard until you feel your kick come on!
5. AFTER PARTY
Yes! Its time to celebrate! High 5's, hugs, and food are in order! This is Team Jet Hawaii training group and yes, I wouldn't have it any other way!
Go Team!
You're all rockstars!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
MS Walk
MS WALK
This past Saturday was the MS at Ala Moana Beach Park. It was great to be out there walking to support those with Multiple Sclerosis.
It was a great turnout this year. The walk though short was great in spirit. At least 500 people were there to show their support and to fundraise to help cure MS.
This past Saturday was the MS at Ala Moana Beach Park. It was great to be out there walking to support those with Multiple Sclerosis.
It was a great turnout this year. The walk though short was great in spirit. At least 500 people were there to show their support and to fundraise to help cure MS.
Tuesday, April 07, 2009
My New Bike!
NEW ROAD BIKE
Did I mention I was excited about my new Bike?
Also shown here are 2 very awesome people who not only put my bike together but the same 2 people who have helped me grow leaps and bound (is that the saying?) from day 1! [yeah yeah... see previous posts]
Mahalo Mike & Julie!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Did I mention I was excited about my new Bike?
Also shown here are 2 very awesome people who not only put my bike together but the same 2 people who have helped me grow leaps and bound (is that the saying?) from day 1! [yeah yeah... see previous posts]
Mahalo Mike & Julie!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Monday, April 06, 2009
Amazon Filler
AMAZON FILLER
Perhaps the best website ever created!
Have you wanted to buy something on Amazon and didn't want to pay for shipping, so you're looking for an item to go over the magic $25 (to qualify for Super Saver Shipping)?
Check out this website!
Happy Free Super Saver Shipping!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Perhaps the best website ever created!
Have you wanted to buy something on Amazon and didn't want to pay for shipping, so you're looking for an item to go over the magic $25 (to qualify for Super Saver Shipping)?
Check out this website!
Happy Free Super Saver Shipping!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Saturday, April 04, 2009
Bad Day
BAD DAY
Have you ever had a bad day that just wouldn't end, but you have mini breaks in-between so you're not completely insane and suicidal? You know the kind where you forgot your wallet and you're at the Enterprise rental car returning the car and fortunately they have your credit card information already. Then you realize you're going to pick up your car from the Saturn dealership, and you have no idea how you're going to pay... then fortunately they take personal checks... then you think if they can take it without an ID, then you realize they took it down the 1st time you dropped off your car... then you pick up your car and you think all is well and the air condition system isn't working (they forgot to plug in the AC receiver). Of course you did this after work and they close at 1800 so you have to do it the next day... so you have to drive down all the way to Nimitz again from Hawaii Kai, but then you might as well go to Pacific Air Cargo to ship your book, because you called Hawaiian Air and they charge 100 US DOLLARS to check in a bike (completely unassembled - in a box) and this is the weekend where your friends invite you go to to Kauai because the fares are $28 each way, but you have your Dr. Appt at 0800 then Saturn, then Pacific Air Cargo. You realize you're just destined to go. Not to mention you're sick from training on Thursday... swim and run at Ala Moana and work is the busiest ever because someone took a day off so you can't go home.
Hopefully all bad karma was expelled yesterday.
Here's to a beautiful day.
ALOHA.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Have you ever had a bad day that just wouldn't end, but you have mini breaks in-between so you're not completely insane and suicidal? You know the kind where you forgot your wallet and you're at the Enterprise rental car returning the car and fortunately they have your credit card information already. Then you realize you're going to pick up your car from the Saturn dealership, and you have no idea how you're going to pay... then fortunately they take personal checks... then you think if they can take it without an ID, then you realize they took it down the 1st time you dropped off your car... then you pick up your car and you think all is well and the air condition system isn't working (they forgot to plug in the AC receiver). Of course you did this after work and they close at 1800 so you have to do it the next day... so you have to drive down all the way to Nimitz again from Hawaii Kai, but then you might as well go to Pacific Air Cargo to ship your book, because you called Hawaiian Air and they charge 100 US DOLLARS to check in a bike (completely unassembled - in a box) and this is the weekend where your friends invite you go to to Kauai because the fares are $28 each way, but you have your Dr. Appt at 0800 then Saturn, then Pacific Air Cargo. You realize you're just destined to go. Not to mention you're sick from training on Thursday... swim and run at Ala Moana and work is the busiest ever because someone took a day off so you can't go home.
Hopefully all bad karma was expelled yesterday.
Here's to a beautiful day.
ALOHA.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
Aloha... My Name is Max and...
ALOHA... MY NAME IS MAX AND...
I love to gamble.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I love to gamble.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Lava Tubes
LAVA TUBES
Hiking in the Lava Tubes was an awesome experience. Its not for people who are scared of the dark or small spaces.
It was great to be underground and see the different texture types. Definitely something that has to be experienced in person as my camera (though a decent camera) cannot capture the ambiance and mood of the lava tubes.
At the end of the lava tube, it was really cool to be underground. We all decided to turn off our flashlights. You could hear the water dripping and my imagination just ran wild. I imagined a huge spider eating me whole. (creepy!) Fortunately there were no bugs!
Sorry for the photo layout. I normally embed them, but I've been trying the photo uploader via Blogger
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Hiking in the Lava Tubes was an awesome experience. Its not for people who are scared of the dark or small spaces.
It was great to be underground and see the different texture types. Definitely something that has to be experienced in person as my camera (though a decent camera) cannot capture the ambiance and mood of the lava tubes.
At the end of the lava tube, it was really cool to be underground. We all decided to turn off our flashlights. You could hear the water dripping and my imagination just ran wild. I imagined a huge spider eating me whole. (creepy!) Fortunately there were no bugs!
Sorry for the photo layout. I normally embed them, but I've been trying the photo uploader via Blogger
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Goodbye... Roxanne
GOODBYE... ROXANNE
Goodbye to old reliable Roxanne... and Hello to my Saturn Vue.
I haven't come up with a name for her yet...
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Goodbye to old reliable Roxanne... and Hello to my Saturn Vue.
I haven't come up with a name for her yet...
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Big Hair
BIG HAIR
This pic was taken 3/22/2009 right after the mini practice triathlon.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
This pic was taken 3/22/2009 right after the mini practice triathlon.
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| From ima wo ikiru |
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Monday, March 23, 2009
Triathlete
TRIATHLETE
That particular word is something I thought I'd never be able to use to describe myself.
This past weekend, we had our practice triathlon. Swim, bike and run. Granted the lengths weren't very long, but its a starting off point.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
That particular word is something I thought I'd never be able to use to describe myself.
This past weekend, we had our practice triathlon. Swim, bike and run. Granted the lengths weren't very long, but its a starting off point.
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| From ima wo ikiru |
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
2009 Honolulu Triathlon
2009 HONOLULU TRIATHLON
Are you kidding me? Seriously?
My goal this year was to do a triathlon, you know just one of those things to remove from my bucket list.
I will be doing a triathlon in the future, but it will not be the 2009 Honolulu Triathlon.
We received news yesterday that the organizers have scheduled the event on a day when there are jellyfish.
ARE YOU KIDDING ME? SERIOUSLY? This isn't the 1st Annual Honolulu Triathlon.
This is seriously just a shame. There are people who travel from all points of the Earth to pour their heart and soul only to be informed that there will not be a swimming portion in the event this year.
Instead of the usual triathlon: swim, bike, run. This year's event will be a run, bike, run.
Consider me peeved.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Are you kidding me? Seriously?
My goal this year was to do a triathlon, you know just one of those things to remove from my bucket list.
I will be doing a triathlon in the future, but it will not be the 2009 Honolulu Triathlon.
We received news yesterday that the organizers have scheduled the event on a day when there are jellyfish.
ARE YOU KIDDING ME? SERIOUSLY? This isn't the 1st Annual Honolulu Triathlon.
This is seriously just a shame. There are people who travel from all points of the Earth to pour their heart and soul only to be informed that there will not be a swimming portion in the event this year.
Instead of the usual triathlon: swim, bike, run. This year's event will be a run, bike, run.
Consider me peeved.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Apple iPhone 3.0
APPLE IPHONE 3.0
I can't believe all the changes that will be coming for Apple 3.0.
It will basically make the current iPhone, pretty much perfect.
Cut and paste? Check
MMS? Check
Background Notification? Check
Note Sync? Check
Shake to Shuffle? Check
Delete individual SMS? Check
Text VCards? Check
OMG... there are so many new changes coming.. I am going to fall in love with my iPhone all over again.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I can't believe all the changes that will be coming for Apple 3.0.
It will basically make the current iPhone, pretty much perfect.
Cut and paste? Check
MMS? Check
Background Notification? Check
Note Sync? Check
Shake to Shuffle? Check
Delete individual SMS? Check
Text VCards? Check
OMG... there are so many new changes coming.. I am going to fall in love with my iPhone all over again.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
2 weeks
2 WEEKS
I am still in disbelief.
2 Sundays ago, I was learning how to ride a bike. Last Sunday, was my first time riding on the street in a pack.
Today, we had our first time trial and I can't believe the progress I have made.
Just goes to show. Anything is possible.
Pic of me & some new friends.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I am still in disbelief.
2 Sundays ago, I was learning how to ride a bike. Last Sunday, was my first time riding on the street in a pack.
Today, we had our first time trial and I can't believe the progress I have made.
Just goes to show. Anything is possible.
Pic of me & some new friends.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Protein, Part Deux
PROTEIN PART DEUX
Just in case yesterday's 1 lb t-bone steak wasn't enough, I'd thought I'd have another steak. Today, 1 pound rib-eye steak with bone in with sauteed mushrooms and garlic.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Just in case yesterday's 1 lb t-bone steak wasn't enough, I'd thought I'd have another steak. Today, 1 pound rib-eye steak with bone in with sauteed mushrooms and garlic.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Friday, March 13, 2009
Protein
PROTEIN
I've been very tired recently from training and after speaking to my trainer; she thinks its from a lack of protein.
Well, PROTEIN this!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I've been very tired recently from training and after speaking to my trainer; she thinks its from a lack of protein.
Well, PROTEIN this!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Je Veux Te Voir
JE VEUX TE VOIR
This song was free on iTunes a while back and it played on my iPhone while I was driving.
I have no idea what she is saying, but I love this song.
Arrgghh! I wish I understood French!
Au revoir!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
This song was free on iTunes a while back and it played on my iPhone while I was driving.
I have no idea what she is saying, but I love this song.
Arrgghh! I wish I understood French!
Au revoir!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Wednesday, March 04, 2009
Beyond Exhausted
BEYOND EXHAUSTED
I am just tired and sore and tired and sore and tired and sore.
Yesterday, our training group broke into two: ones that are running first and the other cycling first. I volunteered to run 1st since I like to run.
I am doing the 2009 Honolulu Triathlon Sprint (which is a shorter version of the full triathlon), with that said, everyone agreed since I just did the Honolulu Marathon that I should run with the group running the longer distance (the running group was further broken down into 2 groups - one training for the full triathlon and the other training for the Sprint Tri).
My running group took off quite quickly, I stayed behind (about 20 ft. behind), as I liked to run at my own pace (and start off slowly). 6.5 miles later (felt like 13.1 - but that's just me)... Time for cycling...
Cycling was grooling. I took all of my energy to keep up. Granted we were on trainers and basically like spinning class, but I didn't want to spin way slower than others.
Around 2000 training was completed, I was SOOOO happy I stopped by L&L and got a BBQ Chicken Musubi, which I inhaled before leaving the parking lot.
As soon as I got home, Epsom salt bath was started, and I started rolling my calves on the foam circle thing that I have and fortunately, I woke up this morning, just tired, not as sore as I expected to be...
Going to run my bike again tonight... arrgghh!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I am just tired and sore and tired and sore and tired and sore.
Yesterday, our training group broke into two: ones that are running first and the other cycling first. I volunteered to run 1st since I like to run.
I am doing the 2009 Honolulu Triathlon Sprint (which is a shorter version of the full triathlon), with that said, everyone agreed since I just did the Honolulu Marathon that I should run with the group running the longer distance (the running group was further broken down into 2 groups - one training for the full triathlon and the other training for the Sprint Tri).
My running group took off quite quickly, I stayed behind (about 20 ft. behind), as I liked to run at my own pace (and start off slowly). 6.5 miles later (felt like 13.1 - but that's just me)... Time for cycling...
Cycling was grooling. I took all of my energy to keep up. Granted we were on trainers and basically like spinning class, but I didn't want to spin way slower than others.
Around 2000 training was completed, I was SOOOO happy I stopped by L&L and got a BBQ Chicken Musubi, which I inhaled before leaving the parking lot.
As soon as I got home, Epsom salt bath was started, and I started rolling my calves on the foam circle thing that I have and fortunately, I woke up this morning, just tired, not as sore as I expected to be...
Going to run my bike again tonight... arrgghh!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Monday, March 02, 2009
Learning to ride...
LEARNING TO RIDE
Yesterday I woke up with anxiety. I didn't know how to ride a bike and here I am training with a Team Jet Hawaii for the 2009 Honolulu Triathlon.
An hour after the training started, I was just in shock. I couldn't believe it. Here I am going stopping/going, fast, switching gears, riding against/with 30 MPH winds. Beat part is... No blood! (I never fell!)
Granted its in a huge parking lot... but considering I've been trying to learn for a while, I can't believe what some 1 on 1 training can do. That's exactly what I had, 1 on 1 time with a trainer, Mike (pic below). Yup, he's the man...
Mahalo Mike!
This is just the beginning. GO TEAM!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Yesterday I woke up with anxiety. I didn't know how to ride a bike and here I am training with a Team Jet Hawaii for the 2009 Honolulu Triathlon.
An hour after the training started, I was just in shock. I couldn't believe it. Here I am going stopping/going, fast, switching gears, riding against/with 30 MPH winds. Beat part is... No blood! (I never fell!)
Granted its in a huge parking lot... but considering I've been trying to learn for a while, I can't believe what some 1 on 1 training can do. That's exactly what I had, 1 on 1 time with a trainer, Mike (pic below). Yup, he's the man...
Mahalo Mike!
This is just the beginning. GO TEAM!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Friday, February 27, 2009
Life's for Sharing
LIFE'S FOR SHARING
I wanted to post about how exhausted I am but after seeing this Life is for sharing...
Have a great weekend!
Share, live, love....
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I wanted to post about how exhausted I am but after seeing this Life is for sharing...
Have a great weekend!
Share, live, love....
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Triathlon Training
TRIATHLON TRAINING
Hmmm... I thought I was in decent shape... but not even close. The people I train with are just 2 extremes, the triathletes and us...
At least I like my new Triathlon jersey!
Hopefully, I can finish training and finish the 2009 Honolulu Triathlon
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Hmmm... I thought I was in decent shape... but not even close. The people I train with are just 2 extremes, the triathletes and us...
At least I like my new Triathlon jersey!
Hopefully, I can finish training and finish the 2009 Honolulu Triathlon
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
My New Baby!
MY NEW BABY!
Yup, here she is. She's still getting use to her new home. Lots of things to familiarize her with through updates.
Welcome home!
I still don't have a name for her yet, but she's very fast (with 4GB RAM) and surprisingly has lots of storage (1.5 TB HD @ 7200 RPMs).
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Yup, here she is. She's still getting use to her new home. Lots of things to familiarize her with through updates.
Welcome home!
I still don't have a name for her yet, but she's very fast (with 4GB RAM) and surprisingly has lots of storage (1.5 TB HD @ 7200 RPMs).
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
An Open Letter to Amazon.com
Dear Amazon.com,
I am utterly amazed on how amazing Amazon is. I am surprised its not amazing.com
I placed an order that never arrived, yet USPS shows the package as delivered. This really surprised me as I have ordered 100s of items on Amazon and I have never ever had a problem.
To my surprise, my whole order has been replaced and will be shipped with upgraded shipping. I was honestly expecting Amazon to refer me to USPS.
Mahalo nui loa for replacing my order.
A loyal customer,
Max
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I am utterly amazed on how amazing Amazon is. I am surprised its not amazing.com
I placed an order that never arrived, yet USPS shows the package as delivered. This really surprised me as I have ordered 100s of items on Amazon and I have never ever had a problem.
To my surprise, my whole order has been replaced and will be shipped with upgraded shipping. I was honestly expecting Amazon to refer me to USPS.
Mahalo nui loa for replacing my order.
A loyal customer,
Max
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Monday, February 09, 2009
Australia - Needs your help!
AUSTRALIA
Living on a rock sometimes makes me quite complacent and forget about the world that is going on around me. I know times are tough with the credit crisis and the current state of the economy but I was really surprised the lack of American Media Coverage regarding the fires in Victoria, Australia.
Don't take my word for it. Google it. Visit BBC (best world news).
Help those who could really use your help. With the exchange rate a little goes a long way!
Click here to donate to Red Cross Australia!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Living on a rock sometimes makes me quite complacent and forget about the world that is going on around me. I know times are tough with the credit crisis and the current state of the economy but I was really surprised the lack of American Media Coverage regarding the fires in Victoria, Australia.
Don't take my word for it. Google it. Visit BBC (best world news).
Help those who could really use your help. With the exchange rate a little goes a long way!
Click here to donate to Red Cross Australia!
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Friday, February 06, 2009
Lazy
LAZY
Ugh! I can't wait for the summer to begin. This cold snap, lack of sun at 6AM are making life really hard.
I've ran once since the Honolulu marathon back in Dec 2008. I've set my alarm for 6AM, but its just ridiculously cold. I've just given up on working out for this month and now set my alarm at 7AM.
I have noticed because of my lack of physical activity:
1) I have a hard time sleeping at 10pm (now sleeping around 11)
2) I don't have deep sleep (I wake up 1-2 times a night)
Sun oh sun! Please come back nice and early so I can get back to running and hopefully a great night's sleep.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Ugh! I can't wait for the summer to begin. This cold snap, lack of sun at 6AM are making life really hard.
I've ran once since the Honolulu marathon back in Dec 2008. I've set my alarm for 6AM, but its just ridiculously cold. I've just given up on working out for this month and now set my alarm at 7AM.
I have noticed because of my lack of physical activity:
1) I have a hard time sleeping at 10pm (now sleeping around 11)
2) I don't have deep sleep (I wake up 1-2 times a night)
Sun oh sun! Please come back nice and early so I can get back to running and hopefully a great night's sleep.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
An open letter to University of Hawaii.
AN OPEN LETTER TO UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII
Aloha,
My name is Max and after a 5 year hiatus of being self-employed. I have saved up enough funds to attend school full time to finish my degree.
My main concern with the process of going back to school is how disjointed University of Hawaii system is. I understand there are different schools within the system and for logistic reasons beyond my comprehension applying to schools within the UH system is more complicated than reading self-employed tax returns.
My 1 suggestion: have a centralized database for official transcripts.
If a student applies to UH system, he/she would send official transcripts to 1 address. Should the student decide to attend another university within the UH-system, that school can also access that secured database with official transcripts.
This is where my problem lies. I have applied and have been accepted to UH-Manoa. After analyzing my options and financial situation, it would be beneficial if I attended UH-Hilo, due to lower cost of living.
In addition to costs of applying to UH-Hilo, that particular university is now requiring me to request official transcripts. Why the UH system doesn't communicate with its fellow members to help its students is beyond me.
It would not only be beneficial to the students to have to only send 1 set of official transcripts, but also to the UH-system itself. Instead of having each school devote resources to transcripts, there can be 1 centralized location for official transcripts.
Hopefully, the UH system can move forward and greater assist its future students.
Mahalo for your time.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Aloha,
My name is Max and after a 5 year hiatus of being self-employed. I have saved up enough funds to attend school full time to finish my degree.
My main concern with the process of going back to school is how disjointed University of Hawaii system is. I understand there are different schools within the system and for logistic reasons beyond my comprehension applying to schools within the UH system is more complicated than reading self-employed tax returns.
My 1 suggestion: have a centralized database for official transcripts.
If a student applies to UH system, he/she would send official transcripts to 1 address. Should the student decide to attend another university within the UH-system, that school can also access that secured database with official transcripts.
This is where my problem lies. I have applied and have been accepted to UH-Manoa. After analyzing my options and financial situation, it would be beneficial if I attended UH-Hilo, due to lower cost of living.
In addition to costs of applying to UH-Hilo, that particular university is now requiring me to request official transcripts. Why the UH system doesn't communicate with its fellow members to help its students is beyond me.
It would not only be beneficial to the students to have to only send 1 set of official transcripts, but also to the UH-system itself. Instead of having each school devote resources to transcripts, there can be 1 centralized location for official transcripts.
Hopefully, the UH system can move forward and greater assist its future students.
Mahalo for your time.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Apple = Greenest Company?
APPLE = GREENEST COMPANY?
Apple has recently touted its recent MacBook and MacBook Pro to be the greenest on the planet.
One thing that Apple can work on is packaging.
Seriously? You sent a product the size of 2 CDs in a container that can fit 15-20 of the same product.
I love my Apple, but today its leaving a sour aftertaste.
iLife 09
Same box with a few things
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Apple has recently touted its recent MacBook and MacBook Pro to be the greenest on the planet.
One thing that Apple can work on is packaging.
Seriously? You sent a product the size of 2 CDs in a container that can fit 15-20 of the same product.
I love my Apple, but today its leaving a sour aftertaste.
iLife 09
Same box with a few things
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Shopaholics
SHOPAHOLICS
Attention to all shopaholics and super thrifty shoppers alike.
I've added a retailmenot.com widget on the right hand site of this blog.
If you shop online often, check out the website to see if there are any promotional codes. Maybe you'll get free shipping, or maybe even 40% off! I'd even suggest joining me at retailmenot.com and sharing your deals with the rest of the online community.
My user name is hawaiiinsomniac if you want to add me.
http://hawaiiinsomniac.blogspot.com/
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Attention to all shopaholics and super thrifty shoppers alike.
I've added a retailmenot.com widget on the right hand site of this blog.
If you shop online often, check out the website to see if there are any promotional codes. Maybe you'll get free shipping, or maybe even 40% off! I'd even suggest joining me at retailmenot.com and sharing your deals with the rest of the online community.
My user name is hawaiiinsomniac if you want to add me.
http://hawaiiinsomniac.blogspot.com/
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Monday, January 26, 2009
Next International Travel Destination
NEXT INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL DESTINATION
Where to go? For my 29th birthday, I definitely want to spend at least 5 days in the Philippines in another island than Luzon.
Upon doing my research, I was surprised the amount of low cost carrier airlines that fly to/from Manila and all over. There are plenty of airlines to choose from (I'll list by website in case you want to take a peek): tigerairways.com, flyseair.com, cebupacificair.com, asianspirit.com, airphilippines.com and even more!
Here is a pic of Cebu Pacific's Route.
I am really having a hard time... I'm debating on Thailand, Vietnam, or mainland China. I haven't been to any of those places.
So little time, so many places...
Where to go???
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Where to go? For my 29th birthday, I definitely want to spend at least 5 days in the Philippines in another island than Luzon.
Upon doing my research, I was surprised the amount of low cost carrier airlines that fly to/from Manila and all over. There are plenty of airlines to choose from (I'll list by website in case you want to take a peek): tigerairways.com, flyseair.com, cebupacificair.com, asianspirit.com, airphilippines.com and even more!
Here is a pic of Cebu Pacific's Route.
I am really having a hard time... I'm debating on Thailand, Vietnam, or mainland China. I haven't been to any of those places.
So little time, so many places...
Where to go???
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Goodbye, Mr. Reliable
MR. RELIABLE
I can't believe its been almost 4 years, and yes, its time for us now to part.
We've paid bills together, gone shopping, read the latest news. We've been to 3 continents together, met countless friends, kept in touch with our closest siblings, and make a couple of appointments here and there.
This is been an unbelievable run and I am sad to see you go, but as you know sometimes the grass is greener on the other side.
I am surprised that there are many people out there that want you, so off you go to your new home. Hopefully, you will be taken care of as well as I have taken care of you and vice versa. Show them the kindness and ease of the new world that you opened my eyes to.
I can't believe you still fetch a premium price after all these years. Yes, I know what I did isn't the best thing, selling you on eBay. But it just goes to show that you are still a top notch product.
Wish you all the best with your new owner. Fortunately, he's in Maui. You won't have to go anywhere cold, and maybe I can stop by and see you sometime.
PS. You had a winning bid of $459.00. I can't believe it! Going to miss you mucho!
Your friend always,
-Max
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
I can't believe its been almost 4 years, and yes, its time for us now to part.
We've paid bills together, gone shopping, read the latest news. We've been to 3 continents together, met countless friends, kept in touch with our closest siblings, and make a couple of appointments here and there.
This is been an unbelievable run and I am sad to see you go, but as you know sometimes the grass is greener on the other side.
I am surprised that there are many people out there that want you, so off you go to your new home. Hopefully, you will be taken care of as well as I have taken care of you and vice versa. Show them the kindness and ease of the new world that you opened my eyes to.
I can't believe you still fetch a premium price after all these years. Yes, I know what I did isn't the best thing, selling you on eBay. But it just goes to show that you are still a top notch product.
Wish you all the best with your new owner. Fortunately, he's in Maui. You won't have to go anywhere cold, and maybe I can stop by and see you sometime.
PS. You had a winning bid of $459.00. I can't believe it! Going to miss you mucho!
Your friend always,
-Max
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Friday, January 23, 2009
Official Marathon Picture
OFFICIAL MARATHON PICTURE
Yes! I paid for 1 picture and 1 picture only. It was rather pricey and shipping was $4.99. Are you kidding me?! Anywho a picture is worth 1000 words, so they say...
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Yes! I paid for 1 picture and 1 picture only. It was rather pricey and shipping was $4.99. Are you kidding me?! Anywho a picture is worth 1000 words, so they say...
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Australian Open
AUSTRALIAN OPEN
Last night I stayed up until 1AM watching my pick to win the 2009 Australian Open.
I am very upset that Venus Williams has lost in the 2nd round, and so are my neighbours.
Just to share the magnitude of this loss... let's talk about some facts... Venus Williams ranked 6th in the world. 6'1" tall, 7 Grand Slam titles. Carla Suarez Navarro (you're not alone if you've never heard of her...) ranked in the 40s, 5'4" tall, 1st time in a Grand Slam event. I am just shocked. Ms. Carla Suarez Navarro never served over 100 mph. After the 2nd set and Venus was up a break on the 3rd, I thought the game was hers...
Ugh! I really could talk about this for days. I was thinking I'd love to see Venus in Melbourne (my fav city)... If I went down there this year and saw her lose, I'd lose it. SERIOUSLY.
I'm tired and cranky. blah.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
Last night I stayed up until 1AM watching my pick to win the 2009 Australian Open.
I am very upset that Venus Williams has lost in the 2nd round, and so are my neighbours.
Just to share the magnitude of this loss... let's talk about some facts... Venus Williams ranked 6th in the world. 6'1" tall, 7 Grand Slam titles. Carla Suarez Navarro (you're not alone if you've never heard of her...) ranked in the 40s, 5'4" tall, 1st time in a Grand Slam event. I am just shocked. Ms. Carla Suarez Navarro never served over 100 mph. After the 2nd set and Venus was up a break on the 3rd, I thought the game was hers...
Ugh! I really could talk about this for days. I was thinking I'd love to see Venus in Melbourne (my fav city)... If I went down there this year and saw her lose, I'd lose it. SERIOUSLY.
I'm tired and cranky. blah.
Mahalo for reading.
Until next time.
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