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I was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii and lived there for twenty two years before moving to Virginia where I now work and go to school. In my spare time I enjoy writing, gaming, and going to movies, as well as the occasional good book. I have been happily

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Sciences > Social Science (Other) Will written text survive as a communication medium?: 2 of 59
A former boss of mine, who was completely computer illiterate and opposed to his industry's new direction towards paperless, once told me in one simple short sentence why the world will never go paperless; "people are just too in love with paper." And I've come to believe that he's absolutely right. I realize that I love pape... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Immigration Should Americans fund the education of illegal immigrants?: 4 of 31
While it's difficult to take a stand against educating children without sounding like a jerk, I find it difficult to accept tax dollars being spent on immigrants who reside in our country illegally. Unless of course, the parents of those illegal immigrants, or if they're old enough, the illegal immigrants themselves are fundi... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Growing Up: 11 of 78
When I was six years old, my sister was friends with a girl named Lisa who lived across the street. She had Nintendo and we didn't; our relationship was that simple. I didn't care for her much myself. She wasn't very nice to me, and to be honest, she creeped me out a bit; but I put up with it to be with my sister. And for the... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Hawaii: Exploring the islands on a budget: 4 of 15
When you plan a trip to Hawaii, as with any other vacation, just remember to plan ahead. Plan way ahead. Planning ahead will mostly save you money on the plane tickets. The further you book in advance, the more likely your plane tickets will be cheaper than if you plan a couple of months before going. If at all possible, try ... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Advice What makes a best friend: 40 of 96
The most cliche definition of a best friend is "someone who accepts you for who you really are." But it is so much more than that. The problem I have with that definition or idea of a friend is that those types of friendships can grow apart, regardless of whether or not you "accept" them. When I was growing up, I had three or... More..
Education > Standardized Tests Should the SAT be abolished for college admissions decisions?: 8 of 19
First, let's look at what the SAT is designed to measure. An aptitude test as defined in the dictionary, is supposed to measure or predict a person's ability to learn certain skills. It does not measure intelligence, real-world skills or abilities, and most importantly it can't measure any important personal information about... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Strangers: 27 of 56
Sidewalk Pounding peopleWalk the streets at nightHustling and Bustling withpurpose in their steps.Voluptuous city streetscaress them home, orto work, or play. Downthe block, passion burstsFrom a woman dressed in yellow.Soft Peach lips, burn firein their eyes. Yearningtentacles grasping hungrilyat buried urges, sendingoverpowe... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Food: 70 of 139
When I was in the Eight Grade I was fortunate enough to live up the road from my best friend. Given our proximity, we naturally hung out many afternoons after school. We did things typical of 13-year-old boys; watch t.v., listen to music, talk about girls, and of course, eat. On one particular afternoon, hungry and perhaps bo... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Past relationships: 18 of 28
I see a man I recognizebut cannot place his face.Rewind memories through my mindto replay his mysterious place.His face is pale and strongbut with sorrow in his eyes;they're squinty, small and darkwhat have they seen?What do they hide?His mouth is small and roundencircled by a sinister goatee,pursed lips dead in betweenwhat d... More..
Education > College Search Is it worth it to go to college?: 31 of 43
If you know someone that can get you a job doing something you enjoy that will pay you a salary you find to be satisfactory, then I have to say don't waste any time in college. Life is much more about who you know, rather than what you know.Now there are certain things you just need to go to college for. If you want to become... More..