Have you ever done something you were both proud of and embarrassed by at the same time? If you know me very well, you'll understand that it's not hard to believe I really did this. I'm proud I did it. And more than embarrassed, too.  read more »

We lived in Kansas back in the very early 1990s. Before moving back to Hawaii in 1992 we held a garage sale to get rid of a bunch of little household 'items' which had accumulated during three years of dust bowl living. Garage sales are not worthy unless neighbors, friends, and co-workers bring their household 'items' to the garage. Here's why...  read more »

What is the magic formula for a hit song? Lyrics? Music? Voice? Artist popularity? Instruments? It's all that and less. For those who care, lyrics and music must go together for pop poetry, but one or the other comes first.  read more »

Most of what I know about Ben Franklin came during American History class in high school. There's that whole kite and electricity thing, right? How did Franklin handle the likes of Laetitia Casta?  read more »

Back in the early 90s I read a book by Richard Saul Wurman; "Information Anxiety." It was a helpful, beneficial book. As an information junkie and admitted mediaholic I bought another Wurman book which I cannot read.  read more »

Honolulu is composed of many neighborhoods, a diverse group of people, and a few surprises. Waikiki, polynesian luau shows, shopping, and the beaches are not surprises. Neither are attractions such as Aloha Tower or Iolani Palace. Even the stunning view from the Pali Lookout is somewhat expected given the beauty of the islands. So, where's the surprise?  read more »

The McPhoto Gallery has many new photographs and captions from Hawaii, Missouri, family members, friends, as well as many historical family photos. Click on any thumbnail photo below to enter the McPhoto Gallery for a larger view of the most recent photographs, and access to all photos in the Gallery.