Since it is Softball Season for Chaminade, I thought it would be appropriate to blog about everything that is going on with baseball. No, I am not talking about Spring Training and its almost time to start buying peanuts in the bleachers, or heckling at the opposing team, or even the smell of the fresh cut grass, I am talking Barry Bonds and his personal trainer who is keeping his mouth shut. "Greg Anderson, one-time youth baseball teammate of, personal trainer to, forever silent soldier for and likely legal savior of Barry Lamar Bonds." I read this in a Yahoo Sports report about how Greg Anderson won’t talk, won’t testify and won’t cooperate with authorities in a case about Barry Bonds. Anderson has done more than a year in prison for refusing to testify against his long time friend.
This article has caught my attention because Federal prosecutors have won about 95% of their cases due to the rush of the witnessess to cooperate to lessen their penalty or so they can get off the hook. This man, Mr. Anderson, has gone in and out of jail, has been on house arrest and he still hasn't cracked. I would say that he is being more than a good friend to Barry Bonds. Maybe he really does take the word friendship to heart, or maybe he knows if Bonds gets off, then that could mean big bucks for Mr. Anderson for keeping quiet. And just to throw this in, Barry Bonds isn't that popular with fans, media, or anybody really, but no matter what people think of him or even Mr. Anderson, the level of loyalty here is something to behold. Right or wrong, I look at the loyalty to the friendship that Mr. Anderson has towards Barry Bonds and am in awe of it. When it comes down to it, jail did not break him, house arrest did not break him, and the Feds still haven't broke him, it truly is an undying loyalty.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
successful advertising.
New week, new blog, and this week I just so happen to be attracted to an ad.
Ever heard of a Himalyan Rock Salt Lamp? It's a natural salt rock from the Himalayas that ranges from shades of pinks to peach. They can be lit with a light bulb or by candle light. With the different sites that I visited, they always get good reviews for their "stunning effect."
But here's what sold me..
Apparently they offer homeopathic health benefits that have been scientifically proven. Owners of these salt lamps claim that the air in their homes are easier to breath and that it has a cleansing effect. It is said to be formed 250 million years ago when the light and energy of the dun dried up the original primal ocean. It is completely pristine and natural and identical to the composition of the ancient sea. It also contains 84 minerals essential to our body, 74 of which are actually found in the human body. Salt lamps have been recommended for people with respiratory illness and or asthma because the rock removes moisture from indoor air which eliminates bacteria, mold spores, and other respiratory allergens. It in turn makes a great ionizer. They are also used for the treatments of stress, insomnia, body-aches, arthritis, muscle spasms, skin conditions and fatigue.
Pretty amazing if you ask me!
In any case.. I saw an advertisement for this unfamiliar "Himalayan Rock Salt Lamp" and I've done my research... it's official, I want one.
FYI:
Showroom at Walter's Karaoke Shop
2337 N. King St.
842-7003
www.walterkaraoke.com
more or less...
sites:
http://www.gascoals.net/Products/ElectricFireplaces/ElectricLogsOtherSimpleElectricFires/HimalayanRockSaltLamps/tabid/1468/Default.aspx
http://www.himalayanrocksaltcrystallamps.com/
p e a c e
Ever heard of a Himalyan Rock Salt Lamp? It's a natural salt rock from the Himalayas that ranges from shades of pinks to peach. They can be lit with a light bulb or by candle light. With the different sites that I visited, they always get good reviews for their "stunning effect."
But here's what sold me..
Apparently they offer homeopathic health benefits that have been scientifically proven. Owners of these salt lamps claim that the air in their homes are easier to breath and that it has a cleansing effect. It is said to be formed 250 million years ago when the light and energy of the dun dried up the original primal ocean. It is completely pristine and natural and identical to the composition of the ancient sea. It also contains 84 minerals essential to our body, 74 of which are actually found in the human body. Salt lamps have been recommended for people with respiratory illness and or asthma because the rock removes moisture from indoor air which eliminates bacteria, mold spores, and other respiratory allergens. It in turn makes a great ionizer. They are also used for the treatments of stress, insomnia, body-aches, arthritis, muscle spasms, skin conditions and fatigue.
Pretty amazing if you ask me!
In any case.. I saw an advertisement for this unfamiliar "Himalayan Rock Salt Lamp" and I've done my research... it's official, I want one.
FYI:
Showroom at Walter's Karaoke Shop
2337 N. King St.
842-7003
www.walterkaraoke.com
more or less...
sites:
http://www.gascoals.net/Products/ElectricFireplaces/ElectricLogsOtherSimpleElectricFires/HimalayanRockSaltLamps/tabid/1468/Default.aspx
http://www.himalayanrocksaltcrystallamps.com/
p e a c e
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Land Down Under
Australia, Australia, Australia.
In today's paper there was an update about the wildfires in Australia. Apparently, deadly firestorms sweep across Australia every few years and this article said that the death toll for the wildfires will surpass 200.
I have never been to Australia, so the landscape and environment are strictly from my imagination and influence of few pictures. I began to wonder just how strong Australia must be as a country. If people are dying left and right from natural disatsters, it must bring Australia close together as a nation. Being from an island, whenever we are hit with strong-winded storms and typhoons, our community keeps us together and gives even more endless support to one another. We bring the life back to our island together.
I was also considering the latest , "Best Job in Queensland." This job is in search of a caretaker of the islands of the Great Barrier Reef. The website says that this job is specifically aimed at bringing the tourism back to Queensland. There are a few responisibilities pertaining to feeding the fish in the ocean, checking the mail, and blogging about their duties and stay as a caretaker.
The applicants are to apply via online and start the job on June 1. More information can be found at http://www.islandreefjob.com/?cmpid=66.
My point with this bit of information is since tourism is not thriving as much as it used to, the community of australia must be strong despite both wildfires and tourism decline altogether. Thumbs up Australia.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9bbzvdYi7g
In today's paper there was an update about the wildfires in Australia. Apparently, deadly firestorms sweep across Australia every few years and this article said that the death toll for the wildfires will surpass 200.
I have never been to Australia, so the landscape and environment are strictly from my imagination and influence of few pictures. I began to wonder just how strong Australia must be as a country. If people are dying left and right from natural disatsters, it must bring Australia close together as a nation. Being from an island, whenever we are hit with strong-winded storms and typhoons, our community keeps us together and gives even more endless support to one another. We bring the life back to our island together.
I was also considering the latest , "Best Job in Queensland." This job is in search of a caretaker of the islands of the Great Barrier Reef. The website says that this job is specifically aimed at bringing the tourism back to Queensland. There are a few responisibilities pertaining to feeding the fish in the ocean, checking the mail, and blogging about their duties and stay as a caretaker.
The applicants are to apply via online and start the job on June 1. More information can be found at http://www.islandreefjob.com/?cmpid=66.
My point with this bit of information is since tourism is not thriving as much as it used to, the community of australia must be strong despite both wildfires and tourism decline altogether. Thumbs up Australia.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9bbzvdYi7g
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
It's official, I'm a news-reader-regular, and I'm proud.
Monday's paper--Koko head stabbings.
Before this weeked I never, in my entire life heard about Koko head. Diamond head maybe, but not Koko head. Friday night I had been invited, moreso, dared to hike Koko head. My "compadres" said it'd be great fun and a nice jot of a work out. WRONG! It was good fun at the top and walking back to the car, and a hell of a work out PLUS life scares because of the height differential and steepness. I thought I'd only hear about Koko head when remeniscing about '09 memories.
Wrong again. Come Monday, Stabbing at Koko head was right there, whaabam front page headline. I seriously couldn't believe me eyes. I began to read the article, one man, two men STABBED at Koko crater?! I saw that crater at the top of my hike! There was a thorough discussion about the rim of the crater and whether or not we would like to venture out and hike that as well. And then I read about a stabbing. I don't like that kind of stuff. One, panic attack about the next time I decide to hike somewhere. Two, who wants to panic anyway?! Three, there are some "interesting" people on this island--and i've always been told not to judge people--but as of monday, I will judge but for my safety alone.
It kind of brings you back to reality--to know that yes, you might just be out and about trying to have a good time..but always be cautious of your surroundings. Sometimes it's just best to go with your gut feelings--like the guy on his cell phone "I was on the phone and this guy was just in his underwear--I knew something wasn't right......."
In all seriousness, thank God everyone was safe and that despite the crazy things some of us resort to, there are still those of us who will do anything in our power to be at the aid of someone in need.
Be mindful and limit mindlessness.
p e a c e .
Monday's paper--Koko head stabbings.
Before this weeked I never, in my entire life heard about Koko head. Diamond head maybe, but not Koko head. Friday night I had been invited, moreso, dared to hike Koko head. My "compadres" said it'd be great fun and a nice jot of a work out. WRONG! It was good fun at the top and walking back to the car, and a hell of a work out PLUS life scares because of the height differential and steepness. I thought I'd only hear about Koko head when remeniscing about '09 memories.
Wrong again. Come Monday, Stabbing at Koko head was right there, whaabam front page headline. I seriously couldn't believe me eyes. I began to read the article, one man, two men STABBED at Koko crater?! I saw that crater at the top of my hike! There was a thorough discussion about the rim of the crater and whether or not we would like to venture out and hike that as well. And then I read about a stabbing. I don't like that kind of stuff. One, panic attack about the next time I decide to hike somewhere. Two, who wants to panic anyway?! Three, there are some "interesting" people on this island--and i've always been told not to judge people--but as of monday, I will judge but for my safety alone.
It kind of brings you back to reality--to know that yes, you might just be out and about trying to have a good time..but always be cautious of your surroundings. Sometimes it's just best to go with your gut feelings--like the guy on his cell phone "I was on the phone and this guy was just in his underwear--I knew something wasn't right......."
In all seriousness, thank God everyone was safe and that despite the crazy things some of us resort to, there are still those of us who will do anything in our power to be at the aid of someone in need.
Be mindful and limit mindlessness.
p e a c e .
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