Chronic Pain Patients Prefer Marijuana To Opiate Painkillers

A study of patients with chronic pain has demonstrated, yet again, that for many people, cannabis is a more than feasible alternative to opioid pain medication like OxyContin and Vicodin. The new study, published this month in The Journal of Pain, conducted a retrospective survey of 244 chronic pain patients—all of whom were qualified medical … Continue reading Chronic Pain Patients Prefer Marijuana To Opiate Painkillers →

Happy 420: Still Zero Fatal ODs From Marijuana

Here we are ... April 20th in the year 2016. Although FOUR states and the District of Columbia have ended marijuana prohibition for recreational use and 24 have opened the doors to Medical Cannabis, there have been no fatal OverDoses from marijuana use -- evah! Let's be clear -- one can OD on marijuana, particularly … Continue reading Happy 420: Still Zero Fatal ODs From Marijuana →

eCigs and Hookah Use Exploding with Kids

The CDC released their latest Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (April 17, 2016) and findings were mixed. The smoking of tobacco cigarettes, cigars and smokeless tobacco among Middle and High School students continues to drop. This is good news, because tobacco use and addiction most generally begin during teen and young adulthood and research is clear that … Continue reading eCigs and Hookah Use Exploding with Kids →

Ariel Avandeyev is a Criminal

On September 8, 2014, my wife and I were enjoying a beautiful afternoon at Black Pot beach on the Hawaiian island of Kaua'i. It was a warm, sunny day and the beach area was crowded. I was still shell-shocked from a horrific incident about ten days earlier. I found myself looking over my shoulder, felt highly anxious, and … Continue reading Ariel Avandeyev is a Criminal →

Kaua’i Chief of Police Darryl Perry Fails American Dream

Today, we honor and recognize Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the path he forged for all people around the world. His most noted speech, "I Have a Dream," is topical today as millions of citizens perceive the promise of America to be slipping away. I document here how the corrupt and incompetent leadership of Kauai's police chief, Darryl Perry, destroys the promise of America.

Hillary Clinton: $10 Billion for Addiction Recovery Support

One reason I love our electoral process is it gives leaders a forum to propose new ideas. My biggest criticism of our democratic system is we allow partisan ideology to create intellectual walls between us. If Hillary offers a new approach to the substance abuse crisis we suffer in America, those on the Right tend to … Continue reading Hillary Clinton: $10 Billion for Addiction Recovery Support →

Vinegar: 45 SAFE and NATURAL Cleaning Solutions

1. Freshen up the fridge. Clean the shelves and walls with a solution of half water and half vinegar. 2. Brighten coffee cups and teacups. Gently scrub stains with equal parts vinegar and salt (or baking soda). 3. Eliminate odors. Swab plastic containers with a cloth dampened with vinegar. 4. Kill bathroom germs. Spray full-strength … Continue reading Vinegar: 45 SAFE and NATURAL Cleaning Solutions →

Organics Food and YOUR Pocketbook

On August 12th, The Garden Island newspaper reported the Kaua'i Farm Bureau will recognize Roy Oyama for his achievements in agriculture. The Kalaheo farmer said agriculture has always been a family affair. Roy told TGI, "Farming is relaxing and my kids try to tell me about different lifestyles like having free golf, or something. I … Continue reading Organics Food and YOUR Pocketbook →

Justin Kollar is an Unethical Bully

On Thursday, July 23rd, I was able to observe proceedings before the Honorable Judge Joe Moss, District Court of the Fifth Circuit, State of Hawai'i, Lihu'e Division. I have extensive background in criminal justice and this gave me an opportunity to observe Kaua'i County prosecuting attorney, Justin Kollar, in action. Kollar was elected to the position in … Continue reading Justin Kollar is an Unethical Bully →