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Comment on Not A Hawaiian Aphrodisiac Chant – Pray for Sex Beach by Deleze

Deleze — Wed, 22 May 2013 00:20:25 +0000

I lived there for 12 years, and what I had heard was that the term 'Pray for Sex', is a modern, loose translation of the original Hawaiian meaning, which was much more about 'Pray for fertility', than anything to do with surfing or erotica. It was a Spiritual Place.

Comment on NBC’s Today Show Comes to Hawaii by Barbara Rathmann

Barbara Rathmann — Wed, 22 May 2013 00:01:16 +0000

Great job with your interview, Bruce. Their very positive impression of Hawaii was exactly what I had when I booked my travel through you 2 years ago. I am not a celebrity, however I was treated just as warmly as these special guests. Can't wait to get back there again.

Comment on New App Showcases Kauai’s Beaches by Carol Simmons

Carol Simmons — Tue, 21 May 2013 05:25:31 +0000

How can we make an app like the one for Kauai?

Can you help me promote a local farmers and crafts market on the North Shore of Oahu on Saturdays?

We can send pictures and copy. What do you think? Can you come out and visit one Saturday? We are at Sunset Elementary School across from Pipeline.

Thank you,

Carol

Comment on Lifeguarded Beaches on Kauai by mike lyons

mike lyons — Fri, 17 May 2013 02:04:07 +0000

quick comments on your post about ocean tragedies on Kauai. Horrible events are far too common here and do not have to occur. We strive to pre warn anyone we see while out jogging the beaches, surfing and diving before they may get in over their heads.I use to be a fire fighter EMT here as well as ocean life guard and even with intense new marketing tactics by Dr Downs and the visitors bureau to increase awareness, the drownings continue. Many point to the new guide books showcasing formally secret coves and secluded trecherous tide pools that only us locals knew or visited. Others blame visitors lack of self responsibility. Its extremely saddening when another drowning occurs and we as a communty hurt, continually dialoguing about what more can we do. Just know that everyone here cares enough about visitors safety to jump in verbally and or physically when we see a guests about to make a bad choice. Gone are the days of just pulling some one out. There have been hundreds of "preventative" rescues over this past year alone that could have lead to other deaths. Proactive and more education are in play. mahalo for your time. mike

Comment on Hawaiian Air, On Time Again by mike lyons

mike lyons — Fri, 17 May 2013 01:48:32 +0000

I am continually reminded how epic our local airline is!!! Just spent 10 days with some wonderful clients form Australia, touring them throughout the hawaiian islands. Had to coordinate flight times, pickups, tours, etc with ample amount of stress built into such schedulig. ALWAYS a pleasure to board a flight, no matter time of day or local airport, everyone is always gracious, filled with kokua and kahiau(selfless generosity). Chances are you'll know an attendant or pilot if you've been flying with them long enough. I love the warm greeting you get almost every time from the pilot as you board. Unseen in vaste expanses of the world! carry on…

Comment on Oahu Farmers Markets by HAWAII: Make it or Break it! - Lucky We Live Hawaii

HAWAII: Make it or Break it! - Lucky We Live Hawaii — Wed, 15 May 2013 03:26:09 +0000

[...] We personal thank a listen and comment writer to our Podcast for writing a spirited and passionate response to our last Pod cast “LIVING IN HAOLEWOOD” because we know this is a touchy subject for many. We hit on the weather here in Hawaii which has been sunny one minute and Rainy the next…but the best thing about this wacky weather are the Rainbows and Double Rainbows that we happen to catch in front of Koko Crater this week…Rainbows and even double rainbows can be seen daily here in Hawaii, but where they show up is what makes it special, almost as if you are in a SPIRITUAL TRANCE as we had been when we saw the double Rainbow in front and below the Volcanic Crater rim of Koko…VERY RARE and another AMAZING reason why we are so LUCKY WE LIVE HAWAII! Considering this podcast this week is mainly about making ends meet here in Hawaii we touch on some GREAT Farmers Markets which are essential if you intend to survive the Sticker Shock of food prices here…You need to buy LOCAL from local Farmers, NOT major food chains…This just isn’t cheaper for you, it’s better for the local economy, for the Farmers and you KNOW you are getting Organic Pure Produce which is one of the reasons why those who live here are happier and healthier, so if visiting or now living here check out the link to find the best Farmers Markets around: http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/blog/2013/05/10/oahu-farmers-markets/ [...]

Comment on Kaena: The End of the Road by John Holland

John Holland — Tue, 14 May 2013 20:00:43 +0000

This is one of my favorite places on a Oahu. I use it as an example for people who complain that Oahu is overcrowded. You can always find a place to go on Oahu if you want to be alone, and this is one of the best bets. But, really, you can find solitude just 15 minutes outside of Honolulu.

Comment on Fresh fish, flowers and more at Hawaii farmers markets by Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:17:52 +0000

Oh yes!!! when I get to go and am there I soooo want to support local businesses!!!

Mahalo Bruce for another informative blog post!!!

Comment on Endless vacation in Hawaii by Linda

Linda — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:54:01 +0000

I can’t wait until I’m able to share the Aloha Spirit. That has always been my motivation with moving to Hawaii.

Comment on What the Pho!? by kenn

kenn — Sat, 11 May 2013 16:20:44 +0000

I love Vietnamese food, if your in kailua try. Lemongrass Vietnamese and Thai . They have the best chicken pho ever! I ate chicken pho a lot of places and this is the best! And also they have the best Vietnamese sandwish ! …haven’t try their Thai food yet . But I heard it was also good. Maybe next time