Bryan Johnson’s goal is to never die. Yes, he’s planning to live forever.
According to a lengthy article by Philip Cheung for Time.com, Johnson, a multimillionaire tech entrepreneur swallows 111 pills a day. Sleeps in a laser-face-shield for collagen growth and wrinkle reduction. And has spent in excess of $4 million developing a life-extension system he calls “Blueprint.” Continue reading
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We have to stop using the term “biological woman,” opined Riley Gaines, the former University of Kentucky swimmer in a recent speech to the Family Research Council, as reported by Ryan Foley in the Christian Post.
Gaines’ world was turned upside down just over a year ago when a 6’4″ male, who now identifies as a woman, was allowed to compete in an NCAA championship swimming event.
William Thomas, who had been swimming on the University of Pennsylvania men’s team, now known as Lia, tied Riley for 5th place in the women’s event. However, the NCAA officials were instructed to award Thomas the trophy. Continue reading
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A recent CNBC online article states the that number of people living to be 100 years old has doubled in the past decade.
The article states that many who reach this milestone often credit their positive attitude for their longevity.
103 year old Roslyn Menaker told The Guardian that “happiness, joy, appreciation … a positive outlook,” are why she has lived so long Continue reading
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The other, day driving the road from Hilo back to Waikoloa, we saw signs constantly warning of us about wild animals crossing the road.
I don’t know how many signs we saw, but it seemed like every 2-4 miles we saw another sign with the same warning. Finally, I quipped to Norma Jean, “They could save some money with just one sign that said, “Wild Animals Crossing. Next 50 miles.” Continue reading
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“How did Noah find grace in the eyes of God?” asked the guest speaker, Rufus, at the Kona church Sunday morning.
It’s an intriguing question considering the sorry state of the world in Noah’s day.
The Bible says, “the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every intent of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually.” Continue reading
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It’s been one month since the raging wild fires completely destroyed the historical town Lahania on the island of Maui.
As is the case with any disaster, this tragic event has elicited heart felt compassion from people who genuinely desire to help those in need.
Before any government aid began, we heard about the people on the neighboring island of Moloka‘i who began sending boat loads of food, water and basic necessities to their neighbors. One store owner related seeing impoverished people donating what little they had because they cared.
Just yesterday while on Kauai, I learned about the story of 5 year old Edison Juel. Continue reading
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Aloha!
That’s the typical greeting here in Hawaii, where we’ve been celebrating our 55th anniversary.
Currently we’re visiting the island of Molokai. But prior to leaving Oahu, I noticed people walking around Waikiki wearing bright green shirts that read “Aloha Ambassador.”
I learned these men and women were employed to greet people, provide information, and assistance to visitors on the island. Furthermore, they were to extend Aloha to everyone they met. Continue reading
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In the aftermath of the wild fires that have destroyed the town of Lahaina on the Island of Maui and left incredible devastation, destruction, and death, there are emerging stories of a hurting community rising up to help each other.
Will Cain recently reported on his podcast one such story about two women Andrea Fausett and Ciera Leavitt. Continue reading
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Today is “National Failures Day,” according to the calendar of weird and wacky holidays.
This day began in 2010 when “some university students in Finland got together and decided they needed to set a date to officially commemorate life’s failures.”
Before you brush it off as ridiculous, their web page makes the point that everyone has experienced failure in life. For instance… Continue reading
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Norma Jean and I are blessed to have hosted Ray and Bonnie Pringle who are visiting from South Africa. Ray is a preacher and is in the US visiting churches who support his ministry.
We had never met the Pringles until they arrived at our home yesterday. We quickly connected and enjoyed getting to know them and hearing stories of their travels in the US and their work in South Africa. Continue reading
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