Pictorially, this month we return to the island of Oahu.

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VOLUME XXIII – Issue 10: Sunday, November 24, 2024 (279th Issue)

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...Opening Comments from Bob

This Issue: Mid-month, Jan and I had the privilege to return to Oahu, HI. Hawaiian Air was running a special that made it difficult to turn down. Besides, November is a wonderful time to visit as it is low season and the number of tourists drop drastically. It was a short trip of five days. The poems, The Islands, Umbrella of Gold, and Celebrate are new. The first summarizes my feelings about Hawaii. The next two are for "the thinkers" in my readership. Besides the usual content, there is a short vignette, A Time of Thanksgiving.

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When visiting Oahu, many make the journey to visit Pearl Harbor the site of the bombing that drew the United States into World War II. The Arizona Memorial was built over the sunken battleship, the USS Arizona. The remains of 1102 servicemen lie beneath the memorial. (A total of 1177 crew members died.) Definitely, a sobering and sacred trip to honor those who gave their all for their country.

Three Poems

Comments: My feelings on Hawaii.

Comments: Description of a perfect event.

Comments: Joy on the eternal cycle.

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Vignette this Month

A Time of Thanksgiving

The U.S. will celebrate this annual holiday this coming Thursday, November 28. This newsletter over the decades has assiduously avoided politics. However, one cannot help but to have been involved at least mentally in this extremely divisive election. However, a few who do not watch national news, read newspapers, use the Internet, or talk to people may have escaped the rhetoric that was thrown about. While the election results may have or not gone the way you wanted, I suggest that each of us during this special day of thanks, take a moment to give thanks for the opportunity to vote and the many blessing we have all experienced in one form or another during the year. On a lighter note, I am also giving thanks that the 70+ political emails I received a day has dropped substantially since the election cycle has ended.

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Recommendations

Taormina Sicilian Cuisine on Lewers Street, Waikiki,
served us a meal that is one of the best that we have enjoyed
in recent experience. Be advised, it is expensive but we believed
the overall dining experience was worth every penny.

If you are headed to the North Shore, a fun place to
stop and savor macadamia nuts is at Tropical Farms.

Please take a look at the online book and gift pages.

 

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The Byodo-In Temple, located at the foot of the Ko’olau Mountains in Valley of the Temples Memorial Park,
welcomes people of all faiths to worship, meditate or simply appreciate its beauty.

There are numerous free hula shows throughout the island.

Quotable Quotes

“Always have memories and young hopes.” - From a Chinese Fortune Cookie

The 90-year-old Pabblo Casals, the world famous cellist/composer/conductor, when asked why he still practiced eight hours a day, said, "Because I think I'm beginning to make some progress." - Bonnie Myotai Treace

“The greatest thing in the world is to know how to be oneself.” - Michel de Montaigne

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The Royal Hawaiian, built in 1927, is one of the original Waikiki resort hotels.

40 foot high Waimea Falls is a beautiful 3/4 mile hike to see
the site. For a fee, you can take a shuttle.

Pali Lookout where one of the major Hawaiian battles occurred which eventually united the islands
under one ruler.

Large monkey pod tree (It is becoming rather rare.)

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A Bit of Humor

A bit of laughter is healthy for the soul

Perfect Spouse

A young lady visited a computer dating service and requested, "I'm looking for a spouse. Can you please help me to find a suitable one?"

The matchmaker said, "What exactly are you looking for?"

"Well, let me see. Needs to be good looking, polite, humorous, sporty, knowledgeable, good at singing and dancing. Willing to accompany me the whole day at home during my leisure hour if I don't go out. Be able to tell me interesting stories when I need a companion for conversation and be silent when I want to rest."

The matchmaker entered the information into the computer and, in a matter of moments, handed the results to the woman: "Buy a television."

Compliment of A Joke A Day

Waikiki Beach is usually crowded and is rather small compared to many of the others.

Along the north shore where the big surfing events occur. The waves were rather flat today.

 

Over 90 inches of rain falls in this eastern area of the island.

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Tai Chi Corner

Pic doing Yang 24 form in a park in Honolulu. Beach is in the
background. Click here to locate the name of a tai chi instructor
near you, or contact me directly.

PJ Forum

If you have comments, recommendations, or suggestions for the PJ, please e-mail them to bob@poeticaljourneys.com. I personally respond to all. (When editing the comments for publication, I eliminate very personal comments and edit for spacing.

". . . I wanted to share your superb poetry and photos with a friend in California.   Best to you and your wife.    I enjoy your newsletters." – Bob from Ohio (Ed.: Bob accidentally sent me an email he had sent to a friend. When I let him know of the error, he sent the following reply. I really appreciated his comments.)

I also heard from an old friend in Ohio who has faced some recent challenges. He is a superb writer and wonderful human being. He is the kind of person you give thanks for during your Thanksgiving celebration.

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Book Reviews

Blast Series: Review by Janice M. regarding Blast Book Four: . . . I loved the book.  There were so many ideas floating around in my head from your writings, and I understood everything you wrote about.  I saw the visions while traveling through the pages. Thank you for your inspiration. . . ."

General: JJG wrote: I've read Bob's "To the End of Time" trilogy twice, each time gaining deep and deeper insights into the human condition. The three small volumes hold their own as good stories but also provide a unique glimpse into a new religious paradigm. Would that it could come to be.

Specific Book: To the End of Time and Back: An Epic Journey

David from Utah: "The new novel, To the End of Time and Back is a skillful account of two lovers on an 'Epic Journey,' racing through time and history to learn life-changing truths. Their spectral mentor, Arundel, sends them through difficult travels, but their relationship endures and remains strong despite physical, and psychological stress. Powerful emotions such as fear, anger and happiness, combine with lust, pain and sexuality to help them learn. Written in verse form, the story is an epic poem, painted to portray the duality of mankind throughout dimensions of human history that is sometimes cruel and horrific. The reader will come to know and understand what is being described and will certainly enjoy the stimulating elegance of the story and the philosophy. A thoroughly enjoyable read that is certain to make you think."
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Kimberly from Ohio: "Well, Bob! I am rather blown away by your book. Finished it yesterday, and it only took four days, which means I was intrigued and wanted to know how the book ends. I'm a slow, deep reader and since my profession is writing and editing, I edit continuously as I read. Can't help it! But this book was worth dropping everything for and reading to the end. I admit to cynicism about your claim that it would change me, and I don't know that it has just yet but it won't be leaving my heart and head for a long time, and change could happen. I'm impressed that the book actually lived up to your claims for it. . . . I'm intrigued by this book because it rings so true, and I am therefore tempted to believe you actually were given the gift of this dictation. But if not and this is fiction, you have written one hell of a book, masquerading amazingly as non-fiction ... which is indeed one of the goals of fiction."
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An Ohio Reader: "WOW! WOW! WOW! I read it in one sitting and found so many things you wrote about 'true' for what I know and feel about past lives I've lived. Actually, the chapter about the Holocaust was something I couldn't bear to read–too sad and painful. (I've always felt that way about that period of history.) . . . it was very well done, Bob. Just beautifully done. I'm looking for the movie. . . I'm sure others will feel connected to this book just as I did. AMAZING. Just AMAZING. I couldn't put it down. There was so much anticipation with each chapter it hooked me from the very beginning. . ."
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Specific Book: Adelyn: An Epic Journey:

Ohio Reader: "In his book, Adelyn: An Epic Journey, Bob navigates the reader through a challenging journey in the time space continuum while exposing both the weaknesses and strengths of humanity. As Adelyn is exposed to the infinite love of The Source, the reader is challenged to understand how personal beliefs and actions often have more to do with cultural rather than spiritual influences. In a time and world filled with political anger and personal indulgences reading Adelyn offers the open-minded promise. It would make a great book study."

Specific Book: The Tao of Momentary Thoughts

Doug from Ohio: ". . . I was not prepared for page 116 Should have been because of the extremely personal nature of the entire book. Please understand that the unusual length of time to finish your book (especially for a binge reader like me) was because it screamed to be read thoughtfully in increments. For me that was 10-15 pages every weekend, often in quiet . . .Thank you for "putting pen to paper" and sharing your soul. Those of us who have followed Poetical Journeys will recognize much of the content. Those of us who have been fortunate enough to share part of your journey really feel a part of it."

Charles from Park City: "Hi Bob….I just picked up your The Tao of Momentary Thoughts.  It’s wonderful . . I love your book."

Ed from Seattle: The Tao of Momentary Thoughts: "I was smiling all the way through the reading . . .I think I will reread it again during the next week."

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