"Politics and religion can turn vitriolic..." 'James "Kimo" Rosen' (Kimo's world's #259)

James "Kimo" Rosen is a retired professional photographer

 and amongst other things lived in a tent outdoors for 7 years.

Rosen currently resides on the tropical island of Kaua'i

with his best friend and spiritual adviser Ivanka-Obama, The Bipartisan Dog!

Above photo;
James "Kimo" Rosen
with Kauai Mayor Bernard Cervalho Jr.
at the 2017 Mayorathon
Below Photo; Mayor Carvalho with
Bipartisan Dog Ivanka Obama!

Blog #2012~Kimo's world's #259

Politics and  religion  can turn vitriolic

Letting your politics be known publicly is a cancer.  I was brought up with both parents stressing never share your political or religious beliefs with strangers.  

Fast forward many decades later... Because of my politics I have lost many friends and have been given stink eye in local business establishments. 

There is a privacy curtain in the voting booth for a reason.

I need to learn and heed the example of Kaua'i Mayor Bernard Carvalho, he will not give his public endorsement for either candidate currently running for Kaua'i Mayor.

Mayor Carvalho will be sorely missed
when his term limits expire in
December after a 10 year tenure
as Kauai Mayor. 

  He is friends with both of Kauai's Mayoral candidates

Kauai' Mayoral candidates,
Mel Rapozo and
Derek Kawakami.
Two men of integrity,
may the best man win!

as I am, (was.) He was able to keep both of them as friends, I wasn't as blessed.

 
My experience, bringing up religion or politics seems almost like a cue card for the conversation to turn vitriolic. It totally kills the party mood. They're

sensitive topics which most people tend to feel strongly about and you're definitely not going to change someone's mind about God or their least favorite politician.

 If only I could keep my mouth shut on politics and religion.

It took me 63 years to figure out my parents were right! 

Good luck and God bless to Patsy and Mel...

Good luck and God bless to Monica and Derek...

Kapa'a sunrise
Saturday, 09-22-18
Photo, James "Kimo" Rosen

Hana Hou, (Encore)

"Why Diet Coke tastes orgasmic at Micky D’s..!" 'James "Kimo" Rosen' (Kimo's world #258)

James "Kimo" Rosen is a retired professional photographer

 and amongst other things lived in a tent outdoors for 7 years.

Rosen currently resides on the tropical island of Kaua'i

with his best friend and spiritual adviser Ivanka-Obama, The Bipartisan Dog!

Above photo;
 James "Kimo" Rosen smiling  in front
soda fountain tap at the Kapaa Hawaii Micky D's!

Blog #2011~Kimo's world's #258

Why Diet Coke tastes orgasmic at Micky D’s!

 I guess I got older and realized everyone dies. It doesn't matter if your vegan, vegetarian or carnivore, why not live life to the fullest?'Life Tastes Good,' 'Open Happiness,' 'Catch the Wave,' ' and Taste the Feeling are some of the tag lines of the product l  am going to talk about. 

 I now crave an afternoon pick me up, and it’s not coffee or green tea, it’s not bottled or canned soda—-It has to be Micky D’s— (McDonald’s) 'Diet Coke' fresh from their fountain! "Coke is it" probably the most famous tagline form 1982!

 There’s the old stories of the original Coca Cola actually having pharmaceutical cocaine as one of the ingredients, that’s why so many people were said to be  addicted to the old  soda shops. 

 I know McDonald's doesn’t use cocaine, however after doing some do diligence research I found out I do not stand alone in my cravings for Micky D’s Diet Coke, even their regular Coke is said to posses the same qualities that make you feel euphoric, complete and ease heartburn along with basic healing powers. 

 Coke and Diet Coke in bottles and cans does not come close to the results and quality of McDonald's diet and regular coke.  Since I am dietetic I go for the Diet Coke.  
 No other restaurants taps are as good as McDonald's, no fair, ball park, or food truck tap will come close and the reasons are many.  

1: McDonald's Uses Quality Water

First of all, McDonald's invests a fair amount of money—more than most (if not all) of the competition—to ensure that each of its restaurants has a high-end water filtration system. They use the best equipment money can buy and have routine maintenance programs in place to maintain the entire system.

The fountain tap at Kapaa
Micky D's

2: Cold Water Holds More Carbonation

Second, insulated tubing is run from the back refrigeration unit all the way to the front and drive through units. The soda water is constantly recirculated though this frigid tubing system so that it can remain between 33-38 degrees at all times.
Keeping this water chilled is necessary to maintain superior C-O2 levels.

3: More Soda Sold Means a Fresher Product

Third, McDonald's sells a very high volume of soda. This means that the syrup does not sit around for very long, unlike at other restaurants.

Most McDonald's sell so much in fact, that their syrup does not come in boxes like most franchises.

Coca-Cola actually ships McDonald's syrup in stainless steel tanks.
These syrup tanks keep the product cooler and a bit fresher.

The bottom line as to why McDonald's Diet Coke—and, for that matter, the rest of their sodas, their coffee, and even their tap water—tastes better is because of the extra attention paid to the beverage systems. 

There's also the rumor about the straws at McDonald's are thicker and bigger than their competition and  drinking out of a bigger straw brings in more oxygen. Just hope your state doesn't outlaw straws as they did in California.

Now think about this: Why would you pay for a bottled water when you now know that there is a good chance the water coming from the soda fountain at Micky D's may be as good if not better? 
More Coca-Cola and McDonald's Facts
https://delishably.com/dining-out/Why-does-Diet-Coke-taste-better-at-Mcdonalds

My  lady friend says,"When my kids were sick I would ALWAYS get them a Coke from M.D. To settle their stomachs plus French Fries. It always worked for them."

"My husband would always say we have Coke at home, why do you always ask me to get a fountain Coke when we get take home? I tell him it tastes better than the canned Coke. He always tells me I am crazy a Coke is a Coke. Now I can tell him why it tastes better from the fountain. Thanks McDonald's!"

Next time your in the mood for a pick me up download the McDonald's App on your smart phone and purchase a large a diet coke for $1.00 and you can get medium fries  for free--- and if your really hungry you can also get a Big Mac, McDouble or Quarter pounder  for only $1.00 too using the most amazing App on the internet. 

"I'm Lovin it!" (McDonald's signature jingle)

A rainbow appears on the anniversary
of 911 as seen from the Kapaa switchback
pedestrian bridge in Kapaa.
Photo, James "Kimo" Rosen

Hana Hou, (Encore)

"Mayors need a VP or Lt. Governor type running mate..." 'James "Kimo" Rosen' (Kimo's world #257) ~Happy Rosh Hashanah(Jewish New Year) to all our Jewish friends!~

James "Kimo" Rosen is a retired professional photographer

 and amongst other things lived in a tent outdoors for 7 years.

Rosen currently resides on the tropical island of Kaua'i

with his best friend and spiritual adviser Ivanka-Obama, The Bipartisan Dog!

Photo above is the current Kaua'i county council.

Left to right; Mason Chock, Arthur Brun, Mel Rapozo,

JoAnn Yukimura, Ross Kagawa, Derek Kawakami 

and Arryl Kanashiro. 2 members are running for Mayor

 in the general election in November,

Mel Rapozo and Derek Kawakimi.  JoAnn Yukimura

 is leaving since her term limits have expired therefore 

opening up a minimum of 3 new seats. The election results

are posted below in the Hana Hou section.

The Jewish Year is now 5779-

Happy new Year to all my Jewish Friends.

It is traditional to eat apples with honey to welcome in

a sweet year. We say, 'May God inscribe you in the book of life!'

Blog #2010~Kimo's world's #257

Mayors need a VP or Lt. Governor type running mate
Publishers note- (This is written tongue-n-cheek)

 Why do Mayors not have a replacement, a shadow, a helper, a running mate so to speak? The President has a Vice President-and most Governors have Lt. Governors? I propose our county institute the position of Lt. Mayor.

Mel Rapozo on the left, Derek Kawakami
 on the right are the 2 finalists in Kauai's
 mayor race. Lenny Rapozo in the
 middle came in 4th in the primary
 and did not make it to
 the general election...

 

Kauai island has a real dilemma on their hands, 2 outstanding men of integrity and honor (2 mensch's) for the job of Mayor and many people are friends with both, Derek Kawakami and Mel Rapozo including yours truly. 

Sharing is something we were all taught as 'keiki' and I believe most 'children' to this day are still instilled the values of Aloha which include sharing.

My friends, Monica and Derek Kawakami

  
Since so many on this island  are friends with both candidates  and as far as I know both candidates respect each other, serve on the same council and until this mayors race developed would had called each other friends---and as far as I know still do.

Why not do what no other Mayor's race in history has done?  Have both candidates concede and agree to share the responsibilities of being our Mayor? God forbid if anything tragic happened to either of them the other would be there to step right in like a Vice President or Lt. Governor. They could also work alternate months, one month on, one month off.

My friends, Patsy and Mel Rapozo

  
Since Derek Kawakami received more votes in the primary use his last name as the prefix and Mel Rapozo's last name as the suffix to create;  Ready....
Drum roll.....

The 'Kawapozo' administration! However since Mel is Derek's elder (kupuna) some would consider it pono to use Mel's name first therefore calling it the 'Rakami' administration.  'Kawapozo' or 'Rakami,' you be da judge!  ;-)

For all you so serious people out there, it’s OK to laugh. 

 Let's not have what's happened in National politics with all the hatred and partisanship happen here on our cosmic island, we're better than that! I think?

Good luck to both my friends, Derek and Mel, or should I say, Mel and Derek!  God bless and may the best man win! 

Classic Throwback photo!
Kauai Mayor Bernard Carvalho Jr in yellow
and Councilman Derek Kawakami in blue
dancing at the 2015 'Taste of Hawaii!' 

Hana Hou, (Encore)----Kaua'i Primary Election results