I have friends who are hotly debating healthcare reform. I’m not too knowledgeable about the situation, but it seems to me the biggest problem with the cost of healthcare has more to do with civil law than anything else. Medical care cost so much because it is so easy to sue a doctor for malpractice. … Read more
Living in a third world region (yes, i consider hawaii the third world), I am often disconnected from the internet at random times. Wind blowing forcefully? Internet and power go off line. Earthquake on another island? Internet and power go offline. Gerbils go on strike in Sumatra? Internet and power go offline. You get the … Read more
My niece asked to be my “friend” on facebook. I agreed, even though I haven’t spoken to her father (my older brother) for quite some time. Since the day that I have agreed, I have gotten requests from people in her life for friendship. I have no intention of allowing these people access to my … Read more
Ever see the whole “FREE TIBET” thing going on? A number of celebrities and entertainers have stood up for the cause over the last dozen years or so, but it is doubtful they actually understand what they are standing up for. See, like most people who put passion before understanding, these celebrities, like Richard Gere … Read more
I love this time of year. Aside from two of my favorite holidays occurring in this stretch of days before december, football season starts. This year, aside from my home town San Diego Chargers once again picked to win it all by various sports pundits, my nephew Brandon is playing High School Football. I’m looking … Read more
I often wonder about the US criminal justice system. The idea that proven criminals can actually evade justice through a system that is supposed to protect its citizens from criminals is confusing to say the least. It kills me that people can commit a crime, have the evidence stacked against them, and still have the … Read more
Mike Vick played in his first football game since being released from prison tonight. Some people think the man should never be allowed to play in the NFL again, and though I think dog fighting is among the most despicable things you can participate in, he has served his time for his crime and it … Read more
Quentin Tarantino is quite possibly America’s answer to Kubrick. I say that fresh from a screening of Inglorious Basterds. If that film doesn’t win awards in bushels, there is clearly something wrong with the Hollywood Industrial Complex and the cock knockers who vote. Pure genius that film.
I really don’t want it to seem as though I hold any ill will toward my mother. She is what she is and no one need apologize for staying true to what they believe. She was abusive and she beat us… no amount of apologies or explanations will change any of it. My belief, even … Read more
The Red Queen found another Indian food restaurant today. I understand that it has only been open for about three days and if the number of people who were eating nearby is any indication, they’re gonna do really well. Maui doesn’t have a lot of great restaurants. Well, at least I don’t think so. I … Read more