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Big Island Swims!
I couldn’t visit the Big Island without getting wet. Into the water I went, on the famous Manta Ray night snorkel trip and on a visit to Captain Cook’s monument. Both highly recommended – though I was so busy enjoying I did not get a lot of pics – so be sure to visit the …
Big Island Eats
Nothing beats local delights on vacation – and the Big Island did not disappoint! From traditional dishes to exotic fusion, here were the standouts on my recent trip to Hawaii. Roy’s Waikoloa Roy’s Waikoloa offers a Sunset Prix Fixe menu featuring three courses designed to showcase their Hawaiian-inspired cuisine. This special menu is available daily …
Hawaii Trip – Mauna Kea
One of the highlights of the trip was absolutely the summit of Mauna Kea to see the Observatory and view the stars after dark. Thanks to Hawaii Forest and Trail for this outstanding trip – definitely consider them if you are visiting! The tour included transportation to the Visitors Center, where we stopped for dinner …
Hawaii Trip – Part Two
I spent a week on the Kona/Waikoloa side of the Big Island, but wanted to experience the Hilo side as well. So I took a day to drive over and made the first stop at Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens. Open daily from 9:00 to 5:00, there is an entrance fee of $32.00 currently, but well …
TBR: The Great Nerve
Today, I’m excited to talk about a fascinating new book that’s making waves in the world of neuroscience and bioelectronic medicine: The Great Nerve: The New Science of the Vagus Nerve and How to Harness Its Healing Reflexes by Kevin J. Tracey, MD. Released earlier this year on May 13, 2025, this book sheds light …
Big Island Trip Review – Part 1
Freshly back from the Big Island of Hawaii, and here to give you the lowdown on my up-island birthday trip! 8 out of 10 on all fronts – with some definite highlights and cautions. Let’s dive in! Flying into Kona Airport is a step back in time. It’s an open-air hub. Truly. It has very …
Legacybox
If you’ve ever stumbled across a dusty box of VHS tapes, film reels, or old cassettes in your attic, you know the bittersweet feeling: the memories are priceless, but the technology to enjoy them has long since disappeared. That’s where Legacybox steps in—a service designed to bring your most treasured family memories back to life …
Ancestry Project – 23 & Me and Beyond
UPDATE: 23 and Me has expanded (and deepened) their composition analysis. It is more refined and includes more geographic regions. If you haven’t checked yours lately – you might just find new data! Are you down the ancestry, 23 & Me rabbit hole the way I am? As you may know, I have planned to …
Spooky Season Inbound
It’s almost time…Fall y’all…and spooky season inbound. I don’t know about you, but it’s my favorite season of the year. In case you need some inspiration, these YouTubers have been getting me in the mood: