A Tale of Two Cities Part II

When is the last time you took a risk? How did it work out? San Francisco . . . The state of Muni. Honolulu. . . Waiting for Jackson. I took a risk to move during Covid. I stopped working and it was fantastic. But I like structure and work and the purpose of it. …

Kona Volcano

On Oahu in Waikiki in Honolulu, I don’t have to waste any time in guessing the answer to this question. It’s about the desert at Hula’s Grill above Dukes at the beach. Of course if the question asked about hamburger joint, it would have to be Teddy’s Burgers: But in order to look good–I’d have …

Quiet Time

For much of my life, I grappled with feelings of dissatisfaction, anxiety, or discontent. This stemmed from various life experiences, societal pressures, or personal expectations. Finding Joy in Daily Routines Embracing the Journey: Driving a bus allowed me to discover joy in the everyday. The rhythms of my daily route became a source of solace, …

Litterbugs Beware

OMG guys, look–extra-long Twizzlers! Strawberry no-less! Half the fun of candy is how you eat it. Think of the possibilities of twirling, gnashing, sucking and licking–offered by these licorice sticks–kinda like the ‘ruffles have ridges’ counterpart to the–“No one can eat just one.” – of Lays fame! Daresay do. But as a public service announcement, …

Nothing More Than Feelings

My first time I wanted to get away from negative feelings, I signed-up to be a Marine, and moved to Virginia. I figured if I could get strong physically, with a world renowned military group, I would become impenetrable to withstand negative feelings. That helped a lot – but only for awhile. That ended in …

Turning Failure into Success: A Bus Driver’s Journey

In the journey of life, failure often acts as a catalyst for growth and success. This theme resonates deeply within my experiences as a bus driver in San Francisco, a role that has not only shaped my professional identity but also provided profound insights into the interconnectedness of service, community, and personal development. Embracing Service …

Day Light Savings Time

It’s nice to be in Hawaii on Standard time. Many business entities are tied-in to California–and they run on California time. This means we change from a two-hour time difference to a three-hour time difference–and back again, whether we “Fall Back,” or “Spring Ahead.” Phoenix, in the state of Arizona, also remains on standard time. …

Meat and Potatoes

I’m a meat and potatoes persona with grata cheese sometimes. I like this old-fashioned combo–usually with cauliflower and broccoli thrown on top. I’ve learned I need to add veggies to the mix if I want to eat healthy. Fresh green beans are great if added right at the end. I do love my kitchen–more than …