Christina challenged me to find a cheap flight from the Big Island to Maui. Hipmunk really paid off because for $86 I got us to Maui for the day, and we had the time of my life. I don't think, from the time we checked in to the time we landed, a smile ever left my face. When I was growing up, I wanted to be a pilot. Truth be told, I wanted to be...
What I Learned About Coffee in Hawaii's Famous Region If you know me, you know I love coffee. Yesterday we went to Kona Joe's in the 20-mile Kona Coffee Belt of Hawaii. We went on the tour, which ended up being private, so I got the chance to ask all my coffee questions. As you can see, their plantation overlooks the ocean in Kona, and it is some seriously prime real estate. Here is what...
Our Hawaiian Adventure Begins Christina and I are spending the week in Hawaii right now. We often joke that we'd make the most hilarious contestants on The Amazing Race because while we love traveling, traveling doesn't exactly return the sentiment. I think we'd make a fantastic team though, and at minimum provide some great comedic relief for viewers. Christina's the smooth-talking, patient one who has all the time in the world for ticket agents and...
A Timeless Poem of Comfort and Remembrance Image Source: dailymail.co.uk Do not stand at my grave and weep is a poem written in 1932 by Mary Elizabeth Frye. Although the origin of the poem was disputed until later in her life, Mary Frye's authorship was confirmed in 1998 after research by Abigail Van Buren, a newspaper columnist. Mary Elizabeth Frye (1905-2004) was an American housewife and florist who, despite having no formal education or training...
When was the last time you had fun at work? For many of us it has been a while and fun at work is usually something you do during lunch or around a watercooler. Employees may view work as dull, boring, unimaginative, and very often we see employees who are completely disengaged. Do a search for "employee engagement facts" and see what results you find. If you think employees are actively engaged, you may be...
Savoring one of Arizona's best burgers in America's largest ghost town MMM The Haunted Hamburger was one of the best hamburgers I've ever had! We're having lots of fun and have had some great food if you can't tell. What started as a simple meal stop during our Arizona adventure turned into an unforgettable dining experience with both incredible flavors and fascinating history. Perched on the side of Cleopatra Hill in the historic mining town...