My knee-jerk reaction being, of course, have Hawaiian DNA.
Otherwise, we howlie mainlanders, intensely jealous and in constant scheme-mode to make the move once and for all, could, indeed, take a lesson or two from the locals in application to our daily, mundane, urbane race with the rats.
The twelve were all (for once) outstanding, each carrying the obligatory Maui-wowie, way better than iPhone pic.
Once especially caught my eye.
4) Do what you love (picture of surfer chick) daily.
As I sit (that is being addressed today as well) vigilant in my routine to write something every day, the profundity of number four on the list strikes me like a falling coconut.
Duh.
What is it so hard then? Because of the (my) ultra judgmental tendencies of our relentlessly sheepish society? Because of political pressure? Because our (my) puritanical proclivities proclaim work to be the sole meaning of life? Because the capitalists have won and now need to dominate? Because the timid and frightened are still wary of anybody who smiles on cloudy days? Because religion dogma demands that thou shalt not indulge in what feels good?
These, perhaps, and many more, well;
Fuck them and fuck that.
Do what you love. Every day.
Need some time to segue? Alright, fair enough.
I will add a sub category.
4) Do what you love daily.
4.a) Do what you must everyday after (or before) doing what you love.
That way you get the best of both worlds. The Island way and the Mainland way.
You get to ride your bike, train, eat good, smile, appreciate the fact that geography has nothing to do with it, and be a responsible contributor to your community.
Aloha brah.
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