According to MSNBC.com, a group of Argentinian scientists have discovered a new use for Viagra – jet lag. Apparently, there is a molecule in Viagra that inhibits the brain’s ability to tell time (circadian rhythm). I know erections have caused most of mankind to forget far more important things than time. It gives a new meaning to flying the friendly skies. Unfortunately, it only been tested on hamsters thus far.

Bill would allow legally blind Texans to hunt

Christine’s (my girlfriend) home state is Texas. Typically, I am not allowed to comment about her State in a negative light, but this is one of those moments where I must.

As a person that is visually impaired and who also spent three months blind, I cannot say that hunting with laser sighted rifles was ever on the top of my list. It seems in the Great State of Texas there are enough blind people interested that legislation be drafted to regulate this pastime. I just love when people think….er…shoot outside of the box.

I lament about very few things in life, but there is something dear to my heart that I have lost – Waiola’s Shaved Ice (Shave Ice as the locals call it). I had it (large or extra large just to keep details straight) up to three times a day often in the same visit. Its smooth, almost creamy texture was like having ice cream, but without a violent lactose reaction following (you have to be Asian to understand this). I know it was just ice and flavoring for heaven’s sakes (haupia and mango to be exact), but the way it slid across my tongue was pure bliss.

I have tried some replacements with little success: chewing on a mouthful of ice and fruit, crushed potato chips in a cup with coconut milk, a bowl of corn starch with flavoring. I even thought about powered soap, but common sense took over.

Yes, there are shaved ice places in California, but it is just like having a regular snow cone. Nothing here seems to replace the delicate, sensual experience of a Waiola’s Shaved Ice.

This just goes to show you, you do not need bells and whistles to be successful in this world. You just need to do something better than everyone else. This is like posture and body language if you do it well it will become the one standout experience in someone’s mind.

Mahalo Waiola’s

I just returned from a week in the beautiful state of Hawaii. Having spent a week in a wonderful location such as Hawaii gave me time to reflect and appreciate. I appreciated running my toes through the baby-powder-like sand of Lanikai and swimming in cobalt blue waters. I was awestruck by the beauty of the marine life and was privileged to see and interact with them. Even being home for just a few days now, I already miss the taste of shave ice from Wailoa’s, plate lunches from Diamond Head Market & Grill, and awa from the Health Bar.

I have also been reminiscing about all the friends I made in Hawaii. The friends I made at the Honolulu Club that were eager to learn about posture and core connection. The classes I taught there were both inspirational and fun. I am excited for them as they learn the effect of physiological response plus time. Martial arts instructor Egan Inoue and his students opened their dojo (studio) to learn about the flow of energy and its impact during martial arts and grappling. I spoke with a brave family that just lost a loved one and shared with them how such a loss can impact their bodies. Dr. Ishii and the surgical staff of Queen’s Hospital were curious about the influence of posture while spending many hours performing surgery. Mr. & Mrs. Gin opened their home and hearts to me, and then shared their experience of business body language with their employees.

To all that I met, thank you for your wonderful hospitality. I am very grateful for my experiences and hope to return soon to swim in the ocean, eat fresh fish and give you more cool insights into the human body. Mahalo, Michael Luan