I used to roll my eyes whenever I heard someone say “Thirty is the new 20,” but now that I think about it, I ‘m pretty sure they may have been onto something. Yes, it’s my birthday. Today I am a whopping 30 years old. For some reason, I had this feeling like I’d be in my twenties forever. The decade went by really quick. In fact, … [Read more...] about The Big Three-Oh
Restless Native
One-Day Trip
Friday, 4 p.m. Head down to the airport from Makawao feeling like I’m forgetting something major. Turns out it’s just the baby. 4:25 The hubby and I are shocked at how empty the airport is. Seriously, it’s dead. Oddly, there are still boatloads of TSA workers. 5:05 Finally on the airplane even though technically, we’re supposed to be landing in Oahu in a few minutes. 5:06 … [Read more...] about One-Day Trip
That’s My Girl
How do you bond with your kids? Some mothers take their daughters to the Macy’s MAC counter. Others have them save up for an Oahu trip to Sephora or a fancy new pair of patent leather, glittery, totally-impractical-for-the-playground pair of slippers. I’ll be honest and say that these types of “Mommy and Me” outings and purchases irk the hell out me–especially when they … [Read more...] about That’s My Girl
Same Same
Same Same This week, I spent a tremendous amount of time with people. To many of you, this probably seems like a strange and rather boring statement, but hear me out. By nature, I’m kind of a hermit. Sure, I like a good party every now and then, but when I have the choice, most of the time I’d rather sit at home with a trashy novel and pair of fuzzy slippers. But this … [Read more...] about Same Same
Here’s to you, Mr. Ticket Writer!
Someone buy Officer Taguma a beer. I’m serious! The guy deserves a medal–or at least a raise–let alone a refreshingly cold, tasty malt beverage. But then again, I’m not sure that Taguma consumes people food. I have long speculated that he just plugs himself in at night, or possibly sleeps in a solar powered pod. Why? Because the only way to explain … [Read more...] about Here’s to you, Mr. Ticket Writer!