Fortitude, sacrifice, brotherhood and service. Words that carry a depth much deeper than the pen strike that dents this paper. A sea of blue riding on the yellow ray of sunlight which appears like a symbol of hope in even the most dire situations. Sirens blaring, lights announcing and the simple appearance of these men and women in uniform bring both an admiration and an incredible wave of relief when they arrive. But who are these almost mystical creatures, the civil servants to our communities? Why do we love them so much? How can we show our gratitude for the work that they do and what compels them to commit their life to running toward the exact situations…
Author: Kim Mclaughlin
Our furry friends. Our confidants, best friends, security blanket, and that one thing that no matter what is going on they are always happy we are home. That wagging tail, those big eyes and squiggly body as they wiggle around us waiting for us to say hello. Our pets are an integral part of our lives and for some people they may be the only living creature that someone truly feels themselves around. Whether it is a dog, cat, fish, mouse, turtle, rat, bird or even lizard. These animals are as much a part of the fabric of our lives as the homes we live in and the people that surround us. So, what happens when the pets…
To House or to host? To visit Maui or not visit? This is a question on everyone’s mind right now that owns a vacation rental on Maui. With tourism in a state of confusion and the local community struggling to find housing-what is the answer? I talk with people all day long from the early hours of the morning to the very late hours at night regarding this predicament. Both folks looking for long term housing and Owners of vacation rental units that both want to help, but also have mortgages to pay. The challenge for many unit owners is that maintenance fee on a vacation rentable unit is extremely high. Often $1,000 a month or more. Add…