"Fly United..." 'Obama Da Dog' (Source)

Many Thanks to 'Obama Da Dog' for taking time out of her busy day to share with you a recent story she read on the Internet!  ;D)

Fly United  !!!

A musician named Dave Carroll recently had difficulty with United Airlines.
United apparently damaged his treasured Taylor guitar ($3500) during a
flight. Dave spent over 9 months trying to get United to pay for damages
caused by baggage handlers to his custom Taylor guitar. During his final
exchange with the United Customer Relations Manager, he stated that he was
left with no choice other than to create a music video for YouTube exposing
their lack of cooperation. The manager responded: “Good luck with that one, pal.”

So he posted a retaliatory video on YouTube. The video has since received
over 6 million hits. United Airlines contacted the musician and attempted
settlement in exchange for pulling the video. Naturally his response was:
“Good luck with that one, pal.”

Taylor Guitars sent the musician 2 new custom guitars in appreciation for
the product recognition from the video that has led to a sharp increase in orders

Here’s the video     http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=5YGc4zOqozo

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"New age Washing machines..."'Judith Whitehead' (Inspiration Monday)

"Guest-blogger Judith Whitehead lives in Amherst N.Y. and has worked in the ophthalmology field of medicine for over 30 years..." She talks about new age Washing machines with all the bells and whistles...:

NEW AGE WASHERS & ADVANCES IN MODERN TECHNOLOGY...

It has been 35 years since I have had to replace my washing machine…it is vintage all right.  It weighs a ton, made of heavy metal and shakes the room when it spins.  I decided to break down and buy a new one since it no longer spins fast enough to wring out the clothes and makes the poor dryer,  that is also an oldie, spin for 1-2 hours just to dry the clothing.

So I decided to explore the world of new age washing machines.  First of all, they look nothing like the one I had been using.  That old workhorse was obsolete in style and fashion.  What really opened my eyes was the new age prices that went along with the machines.  They had some with so many buttons on them,   it would take a  hour to read the manual  every  time a load of wash was to be done.  All I wanted was a simple, easy machine to use that just washed the clothing efficiently.  After much deliberation, I think we found the perfect one.  It was white, not a fancy color that was much more money, and had the least amount of buttons to push. It met all my criteria and it was on sale which was at the top of the list. 

Although I felt bad when they hauled the old one outside, I was able to get over it after a few loads of wash with my new machine.  Not only does my new washer spin at warp speed but it is quiet as it spins and we can still talk while it is in operation.  It uses much less water and gets the clothing much cleaner.  I think we made a good decision….now to think about what kind of dryer to investigate.  It is living on borrowed time as well, but is still hanging on.

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"Exercise for People over 60..." 'Debbie Eayrs' (Source)

Guest-blogger Debbie Eayrs co-owner of Eayrs plumbing and heating from Homer, Alaska is the source of this important information on exercise!  ;D)

EXERCISE FOR PEOPLE OVER 60

Begin by standing on a comfortable surface, where you have plenty of room at each side.
With a 2 kg potato bag in each hand, extend your arms straight out from your sides and hold them there as long as you can. Try to reach a full minute, and then relax

Each day you'll find that you can hold this position for just a bit longer. After a couple of weeks, move up to 3 kg potato bags.

Then try 4 kg potato bags and then eventually try to get to where you can lift a 4 kg potato bag in each hand and hold your arms straight for more than a full minute. (I'm at this level.)

After you feel confident at that level, put a potato in each bag.

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"Alaskan Humor..." 'Marvin Gross' (Source)

"Marvin Gross is a financial consultant from Western New York. He likes to consider himself somewhat of a comedian,  I believe he succeeded with the following Alaskan Humor, enjoy..."

The day after his wife disappeared In a kayaking accident, an

Anchorage man answered his door to find two grim faced Alaska State

Troopers.

"We're sorry Mr. Wilkens, but we have some information about your

wife", said one of the troopers.

"Tell me! Did you find her?", Wilkens exclaimed.

The troopers looked at each other.

One said, "We have some bad news, some good news, and some really great news. Which would you like to hear first?"

Fearing the worst, the ashen Mr. Wilkens said, "Give me the bad News

first."

The trooper said, "I'm sorry to tell you, sir, but this morning we found your wife's  body in Kachemak Bay ."

"Oh my God!", exclaimed Wilkens.

Swallowing hard, he asked, "What's the good news?"

The trooper continued, "When we pulled her up, she had 12 twenty five-pound king crabs and 6 good-sized Dungeness crabs clinging to her, and we feel you are entitled to a share in the catch."

Stunned, Mr. Wilkens demanded, "If that's the good news, then what's the great news?"

The trooper replied, "We're going to pull her up again tomorrow.

 

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"For now, enjoy your morning Joe..." 'Obama Da Dog' (Aloha Friday)

Obama Da Dog is sitting in this Aloha Friday for Michael Herr, hopefully Michael will be back next Friday!
"Many still read a hard copy of their daily newspaper, however studies show most are reading online..."This blog ran an an opinion article in the Friday May 11, 2012 edition of the Kaua'i Garden Island news titled; "The Times are indeed changing..."
http://thegardenisland.com/news/opinion/mailbag/letters-for-friday-may/article_ac8a7d34-9b43-11e1-b6ed-001a4bcf887a.html

The Garden Island newspaper recently announced they will no longer be printing a Saturday edition. Saturday has always statistically been  the least read day of most Newspapers around the globe.The Friday and Saturday's paper commencing May 4TH will be combined as a special weekend edition, however a Saturday paper will still be avail on line.

This is a  brilliant move by TGI since I believe the future of print media will go totally cyber-electric.  People now read novels electronically on their Kindles with a quick download, students do the same with their text books and most of us can read just about any newspaper across the planet with a simple click of the mouse.

The environment benefits, there are no polluting papers or inks and the business going totally electronic can save enormous amounts of capital.

Radio did not go belly-up the advent of the television, movie theatres did not go out business with the brainchild of the VCR and DVD, and although many may lose jobs, such as pressman and paper-boys, many others will gain employment in the cyber world.

For now  you can still enjoy your morning Joe with with a hard-copied 'TGI,' however to quote my friend Robert Zimmerman,  "These times they are a changin!"

http://thegardenisland.com/news/opinion/mailbag/letters-for-friday-may/article_ac8a7d34-9b43-11e1-b6ed-001a4bcf887a.html

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"Love this Doctor... 'Chester "Unc" Lau' (Source)

Chester "Unc" Lau is a retired cinematographer living his golden years on Oahu. "Unc" was a Master sergeant in the Korean war and enjoys the naturist lifestyle. Hope you enjoy 'Uncs" medical advice!

: Doctor, I've heard that cardiovascular exercise can
prolong life. Is this true?A: Heart only good for so many beats, and that it... Don't
waste on exercise. Everything wear out eventually. Speeding
up heart not make you live longer; it like saying you extend
life of car by driving faster. Want to live longer? Take nap.

Q: Should I reduce my alcohol intake?
A: Oh no. Wine made from fruit. Brandy distilled wine, that
mean they take water out of fruity bit so you get even more
of goodness that way. Beer also made of grain. Bottom up!Q: How can I calculate my body/fat ratio?A: Well, if you have body and you have fat, your ratio one
to one. If you have two body, your ratio two to one.Q: What are some of the advantages of participating
in a regular exercise program?A: Can't think of single one, sorry. My philosophy: No
pain...good!

Q: Aren't fried foods bad for you?
A: YOU NOT LISTENING! Food fried in vegetable oil.
How getting more vegetable be bad?

Q : Will sit-ups help prevent me from getting a little
soft around the middle?A: Oh no! When you exercise muscle, it get bigger. You
should only be doing sit-up if you want bigger stomach. Q: Is chocolate bad for me? A: You crazy?!? HEL-LO-O!! Cocoa bean! Another
vegetable! It best feel-good food around!Q: Is swimming good for your figure? A: If swimming good for figure, explain whale to me.Q: Is getting in shape important for my lifestyle? A: Hey! 'Round' is shape!

Well... I hope this has cleared up any misconceptions you may have
had about food and diets.

And remember: Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving
safely in an attractive and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in
sideways - Chardonnay in one hand - chocolate in the other - body
thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO-HOO, what a ride!!"

AND.....

For those of you who watch what you eat, here's the final word on nutrition
and health. It's a relief to know the truth after all those conflicting nutritional studies.

1. The Japanese eat very little fat and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

2. The Mexicans eat a lot of fat and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

3. The Chinese drink very little red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

4. The Italians drink a lot of red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans...

5. The Germans drink a lot of beer and eat lots of sausages and fats and suffer
fewer heart attacks than Americans.


CONCLUSION: Eat and drink what you like. Speaking English is apparently what kills you.

Editor's note, Dakinetalk guest bloggers do not necessarily represent the opinions of dakinetalk. Guest bloggers are given space to express their beliefs and or opinions. We feel there are many roads and like to give people space to express their thoughts,after-all that's what dakine is...Aloha, James "Kimo" Rosen, Publisher.

"What I learned in Afghanistan..." Charles Djou (Special Guest-blogger)

Charles Djou at Camp Bullis Afghanistan, Charles Djou is running for Congress in 2012 and in my mind is a true patriot and hero. Imagine if all our political leaders served in war zones?  Charles Djou is an American hero and dakinetalks guest-blogger today! (photos courtesy, Team Djou)

Charles Djou represented Hawaii’s 1st Congressional District from 2010 to 2011 and was a member of the House Armed Services Committee. He deployed with the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10Th Mountain Division (Light Infantry) at Forward Operating Base Pasab from 2011 to 2012.

Enclosed is my letter asking the Congressman for permission to publish the enclosed  essay along with his personal response and his heartfelt essay... James "kimo" Rosen, Publisher dakinetalk


Aloha Congressman Djou,

 Mahalo Nui Loa for your service to our great country. You are the real thing, a politician that's been on the front line, I wish all politicians did what you did. You are a hero! Imagine if each presidential candidate was required to experience war, a different world it would truly be, again from my heart, Mahalo!

 I am emailing you to ask permission to run the enclosed as a guest-blog within my daily blog titled ,"dakinetalk."

The congressman's response...Aloha Kimo, sorry for the long delay in responding. Certainly go ahead and
run the blog. I also deeply appreciate your kind words and support. But,
if there is any true hero it is my wife who had to manage the home front
by herself while I was deployed in Afghanistan. Best wishes, Charles


What I learned in Afghanistan- Charles Djou

Serving with the U.S. Army on a forward operating base in a violent combat zone in Afghanistan taught me many things. I have a new found appreciation for basics like running water. I treasure, more than ever, time with my family. But mostly, I have a renewed respect and appreciation for the men and women who place themselves in harm’s way to answer our country’s call.


It was an honor to serve with soldiers who gave selflessly, not for fame or fortune but to defend the cause of freedom and security for all Americans. Again and again, I witnessed true sacrifice in action.

I served with a West Point lieutenant, age 24, who stopped his platoon on patrol at a bridge over the Arghandab River. Though intelligence said the bridge was clear, the lieutenant had a “funny” feeling. So he approached the bridge alone to investigate. A Taliban insurgent, using a command wire, detonated an improvised explosive device that killed him, slicing his body in two and throwing the pieces 20 feet in the air. Because of the lieutenant’s actions, he most likely saved the lives of his platoon. He left behind a young wife and 1-year-old daughter.

I served with a staff sergeant who was leading a squad of 10 soldiers when radio traffic picked up Taliban insurgents massing to ambush his men. The sergeant, knowing the need to find cover quickly and get his soldiers protection, went alone into a nearby ditch, which had not been cleared for mines. He wanted to be sure that his men could take cover safely. He stepped on an IED. He lived but went home missing both legs.
But even as I learned something about our service members’ heroism and sacrifice, I also learned something about the enemy we face.


I oversaw detainee operations for my brigade. It was my responsibility to vet every enemy insurgent captured. I processed more than 100 enemy Taliban captured by U.S. and coalition forces in the Zharay District of Kandahar province, the most violent district in one of Afghanistan’s most violent provinces.

The insurgents I helped lock up included a Taliban who murdered local Afghans simply because they worked with Americans. After killing his victims, he would throw their bodies at the doorstep of the local mosque, with a note nailed into their forehead, threatening that he would “get” any other local nationals who dared to try to find work with coalition forces.

Another insurgent we captured gave hand grenades to young children, saying these “firecrackers” only worked if you threw them at U.S. soldiers.

Back home, things are understandably bleak. Our economic recovery is sluggish and fragile and our political system is dysfunctional and broken.
But having served in Afghanistan, I know that the problems and issues facing our country can be fixed through solid leadership that will put the best interests of our nation first. And by each and every one of us coming together to do our part.

Let’s agree that no matter how bitter the partisan gridlock in Washington, we are not enemies. I've looked into the eyes of radical Taliban insurgents. I know what it means to have a real enemy. Let’s agree that with the right leadership and hard work, we are capable of overcoming our nation’s major challenges and seemingly insurmountable obstacles.

Instead of focusing on the issues that divide, we need elected representatives who can unite, inspire and lead. If we can come together around the common cause of preserving what is great about America for the next generation, our best days are ahead of us.

For more on Charles go to;
http://www.djou.com/
http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0312/74070.html

Early life, education and career

Born in Los Angeles, California, to a Chinese-American father and a Thai-American mother, Djou grew up in Hawaii. He graduated from the same high school as President Barack Obama, Punahou School, and earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science and a Bachelor of Science in finance from the Wharton School of Finance of the University of Pennsylvania graduating magna cum laude. He earned his law degree at the University of Southern California Law School.

Editor's note, Dakinetalk guest bloggers do not necessarily represent the opinions of dakinetalk. Guest bloggers are given space to express their beliefs and or opinions. We feel there are many roads and like to give people space to express their thoughts,after-all that's what dakine is...Aloha, James "Kimo" Rosen, Publisher.

"To Keep the Penny or not…that is the question..?" 'Judith Whitehead' (Inspiration Monday)

"Guest-blogger Judith Whitehead lives in Amherst N.Y. and has worked in the ophthalmology field of medicine for over 30 years..." She talks about the days when a penny was actually worth something... Enjoy.

                                            To Keep the Penny or not?

It seems that our government is leaning towards the decision of discontinuing the use of the penny; I never thought I’d see that day come to be.  I was raised on the importance of the penny. 

The penny taught us all how to save money when we were young; it represented the value of saving for something big.  Our pennies would quickly add up to a large amount of currency in those days. 

 We would collect so many of them and ask the bank for rolls to put our pennies in.  Finding a penny on the ground is a symbol of good luck and if you then give that penny away, your luck will be all that more increased. 

When we would find an old penny, we would take an eraser from a pencil and shine it to look new again.  How many of us would go to the penny candy isle at the five and dime store and buy a pocket full of dots and penny candy, full of sugar and good times. 

I guess the generations that are coming up the ranks will have to collect the next best thing…..a nickel….life will never be the same.

Editor's note, Dakinetalk guest bloggers do not necessarily represent the opinions of dakinetalk. Guest bloggers are given space to express their beliefs and or opinions. We feel there are many roads and like to give people space to express their thoughts,after-all that's what dakine is...Aloha, James "Kimo" Rosen, Publisher

"The Smart Politician..." 'Obama Da Dog'

Obama Da dog believes smart meters should replace politicians, read on...

This blog was published an an opinion article in the 04-21-12 edition of the Kaua'i Garden Island News: "Smart meters not that smart..." http://thegardenisland.com/news/opinion/mailbag/letters-for-saturday-april/article_6773d694-8b50-11e1-a7dd-001a4bcf887a.html

Smart meters  seem to be the hottest topic in many newspaper  forums across the country these days. Many electric companies across the country are replacing old electric  meters with  new state of the art meters to  rage and protest from consumers.

Smart meter talk will soon be replaced with the upcoming 2012  local state and national elections.

Imagine if smart meters were actually smart and could replace what we currently have for politicians.

Imagine smart meters solving  the recession, putting an end to barking dogs, leaf blowers and all noise pollution. Now imagine they could end traffic congestion, GMOs, racial tensions and drug abuse!

Smart meters just need to be re-programmed to replace human politicians  and we would  all live happily ever after, now that would be smart!

Editor's note, Dakinetalk guest bloggers do not necessarily represent the opinions of dakinetalk. Guest bloggers are given space to express their beliefs and or opinions. We feel there are many roads and like to give people space to express their thoughts,after-all that's what dakine is...Aloha, James "Kimo" Rosen, Publisher.

"Chewdaism..." 'James "Kimo" Rosen'

"Remember to chew your food at least 25 times before swallowing if you wish to become a member of 'Chewdaism!' ;D)"

I was recently  watching on television the "View "and saw an interview with author A.J. Jacobs who recently penned a book called, " Drop dead Healthy." Jacobs lost twenty lbs by doing things like literally running errands, taking the stairs, parking far away at mall and shopping centers, and changing his diet to eating no white food, except broccoli.

The main ingredient he credits to a new movement called Chewdaism, not to be confused with Judaism. Chewdaism is where you chew your food numerous  times until you swallow.

WE are a country of under-chewers which has  health implications. If we started using our molars by chewing more before swallowing  it would not only improve our digestion but our waistlines. A recent study financed by the  American journal of Nutrition found that when people chew almonds at least 25 times they absorbed more unsaturated fat (the good kind of fat) than those who chewed 10 times or less.
 

Funny thing is people always tell me I don't look Chewish, none the less I am a full fledged convert!

Unlike Judaism, Chewdaism requires no yearly membership dues,  attending services, circumcision or tax deductible donations.

Chewdaism is free and has my vote as  another  great  health  and spiritual alternative!

FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO; http://www.ajjacobs.com/content/home.asp

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Is Seeing Believing...? 'Michael Herr' (Aloha Friday)

Renowned author Michael Herr is back guest-blogging on this awesome Aloha Friday talking about  what is really real... Make sure and check out Michael's website at; http://www.michaelherr.com/

ALOHA FRIDAY

April 20, 2012Ó

It's Aloha Friday.

Is Seeing Believing Anymore?

Aloha folks.

Got an email from a "friend" recently.  It contained nude photos of President Barack Obama's mother.  Putting aside the issue of poor taste, especially when it concerns the man who is our elected President, this message started me thinking.

The pictures in the email were real.  But the woman was not President Obama's mother.  She was a "pin-up" model from the 50's who bore a close resemblance to President Obama's mother.  Close but no cigar (possible pun related to President Clinton).

But what I got to thinking about goes way back.  Fifty some years ago my father worked in advertising.  He frequently did paste-ups of photos to include in circulars and catalogs.  He also did our Xmas cards and joke newsletters for people who were retiring.  It was easy for him to affix some one's face to someone else's body.  Years later photographers found ways in the darkroom to manipulate images humorously (or maliciously).

Then, a few years back, someone came up with PhotoShop (and other similar programs) that allowed anyone with a modest amount of skill to put together false images.  Some of these images are so blatantly false that they become quite humorous.  Others become quite slanderous.  As Raj in "The Big Bang Theory" once asked Leonard, "Do you think that's really Hillary doing the nasty with those five Japanese businessmen?"

When I look at images these days I frequently have to ask myself whether or not I think the person sending them had an ulterior motive.  Were they manipulated in order to present someone in a bad light?  Should I just ignore them, should I simply discard them, or should I reply to the person who sent them and call them to account?  I usually choose the later.

So, is seeing believing?  Unfortunately, not as much as it once was.

Okay folks, see you next week. 

check out Michael's website at http://www.michaelherr.com/ 

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"Burritos and Wraps..." 'James "Kimo" Rosen'

Burritos  and Wraps can be made from any food groups, the question remains what is a burrito and what is a wrap?

The Burrito has been around for centuries, The basic burrito consists of a flour tortilla filled with the likes but not limited to  beans and cheese, beef, chicken or fish.

The wrap is any kind of tortilla filled with chicken, fish, leftover Chinese food, tuna fish and at times a Caesar salad, any food group can go into a wrap.

The question remains where does one draw the line between a burrito and a wrap?  It has been said a wrap is a yuppies version of a burrito. I have heard it mentioned that real men don't eat wraps, (especially quiche wraps,) they eat burritos.

The wrap is just  a marketing tool, anything can go into a wrap just as any food group can go into a burrito even hot-dogs and peanut and jelly.

How about a burrito wrap, placing a burrito in a wrap,  or  a wrap burrito, placing a wrap in a burrito,  better yet  for a true 'rap' place the burrito on a turntable and turn up the speakers, now that's a rap~!

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"Rocks and Roses on Kaua'i..." 'Bettejo Dux' (Classic Wednesdays)

Bettejo Dux a few years back...

Guest-blogger Bettejo Dux is one of Kauai's most colorful people, she has lived on the cosmic island of Kaua'i for over 40 years... She is an animal lover, people lover and enjoys life to the fullest.Today she guest blogs about  a party a few years back, enjoy... She also  publishes her own blog column.

You can check it out at ;  http://www.bettejo.wordpress.com .   Besides her blog she recently published and authored the humorous fiction book, "The Scam," check it out at(www.bettejodux.com) or  on Amazon.

Tonight in Hanapepe was all roses. I must admit I loved it. I do seem to be the kind of person you either like or you hate-for who knows what reasons-and while I often say I don't know which role I prefer, in truth I do love  the roses. But I'm lucky, most of the rock throwers have lousy aim.

In Manila I was the brash young American everybody loved to love. I simply could do no wrong. When I returned to America-suburbia USA, at least for most of my years back on the home turf-I was the one 'they' loved to hate. One of the first things Bill said when he landed the job as Engineering Department Head at McBryde Sugar, was "...and I'm going to have to keep you on a plantation." That was certainly prophetic and profound.

Kauai, which I immediately fell in love with, was my spot. I felt I'd been born to live here; but it was a feudal state. Benevolent. but the 'high' society  into which I'd been tossed was not my cup of tea. Plantation managers, at that time, were kings and department heads and their wives lords and ladies of the court with a much higher rank and station than the common ordinary working bloke. And field hands?  Well, my dear, like true aristocracy it was best to ignore their existence.  My egalitarian blood and up-bringing did not sit  well with that one. Besides, I rode my horse in those fields. I was out there with the field hands and felt quite comfortable with them. The mule handlers and I were on a first name bases.

The very first incident was one I could easily have avoided but stirred my sassy bone and tickled my tendency to tail tweak.

It was a call from the manager's wife. Not a social call, more an order. A company party had been arranged  to welcome us into the elite fold. There was no human concern. No interest in my  adaptation. Just a curt, "We do not wear mini skirts..." and goodbye.

Okay, I'll admit, the little hairs at the back of my neck began twitching. What was this? Was this a kid's party? Should I bring a balloon? Anyway, I wasn't defiant. I searched and found the perfect dress. Long in the hem. It dragged on the floor. But the neckline was low enough to make a baby cry. Okay, I'll admit, it was a wrong move. But me? Make a wrong move? Never.

At any rate, this sealed my fate. I, obviously, did not belong.  Well, all newcomers were gifted with gorgeous red carnation leis. But not this night. I got them all. They covered up the view. I looked like I'd just won the Kentucky Derby. I took them off and passed them around to other newcomers.

This gracious gesture didn't go over, either.

Until just a few months before Bill died, I was the one never invited to the party's the ladies went to. but since I didn't even know about them I wasn't bother by them. Even  if I had known about them I'd not have been bothered by them.

 Bettejo has a blog of her own you can check out at ; http://www.bettejo.wordpress.com  

www.bettejodux.com

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http://www.bettejodux.com/

 



"A well planned retirement..." 'Chester "Unc" Lau' (Source)

Chester "Unc" Lau  is a retired cinematographer living his retirement years on the island of Oahu. "Unc" is a former army master sergeant of the Korean war and  is fond of the naturist lifestyle. Welcome "Unc" back as the source of today's guest blog," A true story from the London Times, " A well planned retirement."

This one is one of the best. From The London Times:

A Well-Planned Retirement
Outside England 's Bristol Zoo there is a parking lot for 150 cars and 8 buses. For 25 years, its parking fees were managed by a very pleasant attendant. The fees were for cars, about $1.40, for buses about $7.

Then, one day, after 25 solid years of never missing a day of work, he just didn't show up; so the Zoo Management called the City Council and asked it to send them another parking agent..

The Council did some research and replied that the parking lot was the Zoo's own responsibility. The Zoo advised the Council that the attendant was a City employee. The City Council responded that the lot attendant had never been on the City payroll.

Meanwhile, sitting in his villa somewhere on the coast of Spain (or some such scenario), is a man who'd apparently had a ticket machine installed completely on his own; and then had simply begun to show up every day, commencing to collect and keep the parking fees, estimated at about $560 per day -- for 25 years.
Assuming 7 days a week, this amounts to just over $7 million dollars!
......
And no one even knows his name.

Uncs" added commentary on da story!

 I Knew his name,but I won't tell,he his the Rabbi with the black dog name Lady Obama now having fun living in the prettiest island in Hawaii call Kauai surrounded by good cyber friends around da world with a huge taro farm to make Kosher POI for gentiles :-D

Editor's note, Dakinetalk guest bloggers do not necessarily represent the opinions of dakinetalk. Guest bloggers are given space to express their beliefs and or opinions. We feel there are many roads and like to give people space to express their thoughts,after-all that's what dakine is...Aloha, James "Kimo" Rosen, Publisher.

"A Day to Look Forward to…." 'Judith Whitehead' (Inspiration Monday)

"Guest-blogger Judith Whitehead lives in Amherst N.Y. and has worked in the ophthalmology field of medicine for over 30 years..." She talks about  showers and how one should have a shower every few years..."

A Day to Look Forward to….

Now that my children and my friends children are reaching the age of marriage I am returning to the events that I enjoyed when I was their age…a Wedding Shower. 

It seems like only yesterday that I was enjoying the festivities prior to my own wedding; all those useful gifts that a new bride needs to set up housekeeping.   

There are a few differences today though in shower giving.  In my invitation were cards from stores with website address on them to browse through on the computer to choose a gift for the bride. 

 Everything can be ordered on line now with a quick click of the mouse, no more schlepping from store to store to look for the items on the couples wish list to buy. 

Years ago we used to play games at the shower to warm up the crowd; I wonder if those traditions are still going  on today. 

Wedding, showers and engagement parties are such joyous festivities to attend once again; in a way it makes me feel young again.  It also makes me think….after being married for so many years, I think we should devise a repeat shower every so many years to replenish those worn out things from many years ago.

You've heard of vows being renewed…how about a shower to go along with them??

Editor's note, Dakinetalk guest bloggers do not necessarily represent the opinions of dakinetalk. Guest bloggers are given space to express their beliefs and or opinions. We feel there are many roads and like to give people space to express their thoughts,after-all that's what dakine is...Aloha, James "Kimo" Rosen, Publisher

"Where is your chicken..?" 'Obama Da Dog'

"Check for yourself, I look nothing like the guy with the chicken..!"

Bicycling  is my main form of transportation on the island where I reside. My dog "Obama" is my constant companion, she runs along side my bike as I cruise about my daily activities. 

There is another man on the cosmic hamlet of an island that rides a bicycle with a wild Kaua'i chicken on the handlebars. This man and myself look nothing alike, yet on a daily basis people will consistently  ask me "where's your chicken?"

I look nothing like this guy, the only thing we have in common is we are both of the same color of skin. I believe people mix this man and myself up because to them, all the people of my skin color look alike?

I try explaining this guy is someone else, but for some reason they do not believe me.  

 I came to the conclusion that  "where is your chicken," is a metaphorical way of asking, are you Haole, and my response as always is, " Why, what I did?(sic) After all is said and done we end a fowl situation  with a hen (sic) shake.

"Truthful comebacks in lieu of your in a meeting.... 'Obama Da Dog'

Don't you just hate being brushed off by some receptionist telling you the person you wish to speak with is in a meeting? Read what is really happening through the eyes of Obama Da dog!

Don't you hate it when you call a business person, politician or someone who thinks there important with a secretary and switchboard and  are told, 'I'm sorry they are  in a meeting."


It's 2012, I always say, " come on, can't you think of something more original than the old  he or she is a meeting excuse?" Granted there are times when they are actually in meetings but how often is that in reality?


Here are some better comebacks for all you VI P's, politicians and business people.


Have your secretary or switchboard tell the truth with the likes of;  your busy commenting to the Letters to editor section in the Garden island news,  or that you are currently in an affair with an intern, or  you are making friends with people you don't know on Facebook as you try and look busy.


However don't insult my intelligence and tell me they are in a meeting.


How about saying, "look  bruddah, they said if you called, "get rid of him."

Funny thing, everyone I called this morning was in a meeting.  Don't worry, promise, I'll call  back!

The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the various authors and forum participants on this blog site do not necessarily reflect the opinions, beliefs and viewpoints of the Publisher of Dakinetalk the blog, but they could? ;D)

If you would like to express yourself about any subject you feel passionate about, please  feel free to submit a guest blog to dakinetalk. Please limit guest blogs between 200-500 words, along with a short bio and photo of yourself. Send all blog submissions to; jrsensei@hotmail.com  who knows your blog could go viral!

"The IRS..." 'Marvin Gross' (Aloha Friday)

 Guest blogger for this Aloha Friday  is Marvin Gross  a financial consultant from Western New York, Marvin after this blog get ready for an audit!  ;D) 

The IRS sent my Tax Return back! AGAIN!!!

I guess it was because of my response to the question : "List all dependents?"

I replied -

"3 million crack heads;
"42 million unemployable people on food stamps,
"2 million people in over 243 prisons;
and
"535 fools in the U.S. House and Senate.

Apparently, this was NOT an acceptable answer.

Editor's note, Dakinetalk guest bloggers do not necessarily represent the opinions of dakinetalk. Guest bloggers are given space to express their beliefs and or opinions. We feel there are many roads and like to give people space to express their thoughts,after-all that's what dakine is...Aloha, James "Kimo" Rosen, Publisher.

"Tinted windshield need to go..." 'James "Kimo" Rosen'

"Tinted windows on motor vehicles most go before more people are killed and injured..."This blog also appeared as an  opinion article in today's (04-12-12) Kaua'i Garden Island News,"Tinted windows."

http://thegardenisland.com/news/opinion/mailbag/letters-for-thursday-april/article_0c1cfdae-8478-11e1-9424-0019bb2963f4.html

 Motor vehicles are a major obstacle to pedestrians and bicyclists on Kaua'i. There's minimum shoulder and sidewalk area's where bicyclists and pedestrians can feel safe, therefore it is most important to maintain eye contact with drivers, especially crossing intersections with no signals or crosswalks.

Most cars and pick-up trucks on Kaua'i  these days have tinted windows and are running AC, with all windows rolled up, making it impossible to establish eye contact for a right of way from a bicyclists or pedestrians vantage point.

The reason many have tinted windshields is so law enforcement cannot see them texting, talking on cell phones, no seat-belts, or at times  smoking pot and alcohol consumption while driving.

Those with tinted windows as a common courtesy should at least drive with windows open in populated bicycle and pedestrian areas.

Tinted windshields are as much a problem as any other traffic violation. It's imperative that law enforcement start ticketing for windshields that are to dark to see the driver, otherwise we are sure to see future injury and deaths.