Morganna Hayes (Morgan to most) asked for my help on creating a video, that she can send to tennis coaches as she applies to colleges around the United States. Morganna has improved her tennis skills over the past 3 yrs. She went from a girl who could barely hit the ball over the net, to now a girl who will make you feel as if you can barely hit the ball over the net. Morganna asked my advice on the forhand buggy whip. I was honored to pass the skill on to her.

So stop by The David Edgar Tennis Academy located at Turtle Bay resort,where you may see Morganna practicing her skills and/or helping Coach Dave with the pee-wee program. Good Luck Morgan, to where ever you go to school. Remember stay low,and make em sweat.

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The life expectancy of a Hawaiian monk seal is 25 to 30 yrs. The average weight is 300-400 pounds for adult males and 400-600 pounds for females. Adult males measure approximately 7 feet,and females between 7-8 feet. Newborn pups are 30-40 pouns and 30-40 inches in length.

Common food for monk seals are spiny lobsters, eels, flatfish, small reef fish, larval fish, and octopus. Monk seals eat as much as 10% of their body weight in a day. They can spend many days at sea before returning to the shore of the Hawaiian islands. They spend much of their daylight hours sleeping. When on land, they may look lathargic,sick or even dead. They are getting rest and shoud not be disturbed or approached. If they are approached a monk seal can raise their body’s up off the sand and lunge forward and deliver a deadly bite

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Is the daily ritual of putting on your face getting old?

Tired of spending too much time trying to get your eyebrows to match only to find half of one, or even worse… a full one, completely gone by noon?
 

Is your eyeliner just not quite the way you like it?

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Permanent makeup is the perfect solution.It gives you the natural look you want and restores the color and shape that time and gravity have taken away.
It’s great for anyone who:
•has a busy schedule
•is allergic to make-up
•has limited motor skills or vision
•wants to enhance their own natural look
•simply wants to be able to get up and go…every day!

Flawless Permanent Makeup Hawaii uses only the best pigments that have all been approved hypoallergenic through independent laboratory testing. The most commonly asked question is “does it hurt?” Since permanent makeup is a tattooing procedure, some discomfort can be expected. However, the liberal and frequent application of the highest grade of topical anesthetics keeps pain under control and to an absolute minimum.

I had the opportunity to sit and talk with the artist/owner George Davis of Flawless Permanent Makeup Hawaii. George Davis started painting and drawing in high school and received a degree in fine arts. He had over a 20 yr career as a graphic designer and illustrator and is now a licensed massage therapist and acupuncturist as well as a permanent makeup technician. During his spare time George Davis enjoys working on beautiful mosaic tile projects as well as painting. He is also a triathlete, you can see him training on Kalanianaole Hwy from Hawaii Kai to Chinaman’s Hat on Kamehameha Hwy to the North Shore.

ONE OF GEORGE’S BEAUTIFUL MOSAICS

     http://flawlesspm.com to see prices and get more info.  Click on Video below to hear a testimonial.

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Sorry it’s been a while since my last post. I have gone through a lot in the past two weeks. My life was turned upside down and inside out. Now I am back. Just sit back,watch the video and really listen to the words.

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I met a lady one day who asked me if I would watch the sunrise everyday. I looked at her with much puzzlement wondering how she knew. She told me that in Hawai`i it is believed that if you watch the sunrise and the sunset, everyday for 30 days, you will be very happy all the time. So I thought that I would give all the readers of my blog a nice Hawaiian sunrise to start their day.

Hawaiian word of the blog: Hine`ea = Goddess of sunrise and sunset

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Punalu’u is also home to the Menehune (pronounced meh-neh-HOO-neh), Hawaii’s legendary,mystical and shy forest dwellers. Menehune are small in size, at about two feet high, although some are only 6 inches high,and capable of fitting in one’s palm. According to legend they are industrious builders with great strength,capable of building structures overnight.Most Menehune’s are night owls,and perform their kolohe (rascal) tricks, or building at night. So although you may seldom see the Menehune during the day, Tropic`aina Bar and Grill offers the best viewing seats for Menehune watching.After leaving Tropic`aina be sure to see the fishing pond built by the Menehune in Kahana Bay.

When we entered the restaurant we were greeted by the friendly server Natasha.We sat near the back of the restaurant, in case any Menehune appeared we would have the best viewing seats. As we waited for our food we wondered around to visit with the tropical birds and miniature horse,which we soon found out were not on the friendly side.

We ordered many different items:

• Fried Calamari and Jalapeno poppers:came to our table fresh from the fryer,nice and hot.
• Fish and Chips:good balance of crispy outside and moist inside
• Taro Battered Fried Chicken:secret recipe of garlic marinated chicken fried in a taro flour batter,Ono’liscious (ono=good)
• Shrimp N’ Turf plate: steak was a little salty,with a choice of Garlic,sweet chili,coconut or fried shrimp.I upgraded to 8 more shrimp for $5. With the upgrade I was able to sample 4 of each of the flavors.It was hard to pick a favorite.
• Mango smoothie: needed more ice; was more like a sorbet in a glass.
• Desserts: we didn’t have room to try the desserts,but they offer desserts from Ted’s Bakery-local bakery located in Sunset Beach on the north shore. You can never go wrong with a Ted’s Bakery Dessert that’s for sure. I would recommend trying it.

There is no alcohol served at this restaurant,but like most of the local grind places, it’s BYOB. There are many stops along the way to pick up your beer or wine, before stopping. If you are coming from the La`ie direction, be sure to stop at Tamura’s Market in Hau`ula for your BYOB. Coming from Kane`ohe there are many stops along the way, 7-11 in Ka`a`awa is only 3 minutes away.

We would recommend this stop to anyone traveling through looking for ono’liscious local kine grinds.

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The lu`au is an event that is not to be missed. It’s a good way to see some of the culture as well as sample some of the local foods. Paradise Cove Lu`au is one of Hawaii’s best. The best way to experience the lu`au is with the royal ali`i service . We were hesitant at first to select that package, but soon found out that it was well worth the extra money. From the time you enter you are welcomed with a picture taking crew, as well as your first mai tai. You are given 4 drink tickets each, and shown to your seats. Our seats were located in the “ali`i box” over looking the stage.  You are served your food versus having to stand in a buffet line. Anytime you want more food you just ask your friendly waiter.

Most lu`aus offer bland food,unlike  the “local grind” (plate lunch) places located around the island. Some of the favorite local grind places include zippy’s & L&L.

There are many lu`aus throughout the Hawaiian islands, and each one is unique to itself. Everyone has their favorite as well as their least favorite. That is why when you ask a local. “where’s the best luau?”, you will get different answers.

Aloha and Mahalo for visiting our blog

Hawaiian word of the blog:

  ho`okipa =  The value of Hawaiian-style hospitality, in which guests and strangers alike are welcomed with your spirit of Aloha.

Joshua buying trinkets from the locals.

Melissa,Mikey and Joshy from our seating area.

View of the lu`au from our elevated seating area.

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You can schedule to “beat the pro”,but you better bring your best game, or hope that David is having a rare off day.

The junior/pee wee program is a growing program that is not only limited to north shore, but island wide. Juniors have been known to travel from various parts of the island just to learn and grow at the David Edgar Tennis Academy. One of the star players is Tiffany DeVincent , who was a top ranked high school player and now plays at Chaminade University. It’s fun to stop by and watch David help the junior players blossom into fierce competetors.

Stop by and you can usually view their top players working out on the courts. Don’t feel intimidated to just ask one of them to hit with you. You can always call one of the friendly tennis shop staff for a player match up, check on clinic times,or even schedule a private lesson. During the week you can call Kiki-who knows the true meaning of “aloha spirit”. She is always more that willing to go that extra mile to make sure that you will have the best time. On the weekends you can call Lucia. Lucia is very friendly and has a very contagious laugh.

So if you are planning a circle island tour, make sure to add the David Edgar Tennis Academy to your list of “things to do”

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Soon after Captain Cook was killed at Kealakekua Bay in 1779, his ships, the H.M.S. Discovery and the H.M.S. Resolution - now under the overall command of Captain Charles Clerke - anchored off Waimea Bay in order to restock their water supply from the river. This event marked the first known contact with white foreigners on the island of Oahu.

On the Haleiwa side of the beach there is a rock that sticks out 30 feet above the water. During the winter months, the waves can been seen crashing over the top. Here you can see one of the local boys named Matt jumping from the rock.

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In order for coffee to be imported into Hawaii, it must first be fumigated by the department of agriculture. Title 4 Department of Agriculture, subtitle 6 Division of Plant Industry, chapter 70  Plant and non-domestic animal quarentine and plant import rules state:

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