So far, we've had 7.36 inches (of rain) for the year. Normal is about 4.51, so we're well above it.

So far, we've had 7.36 inches (of rain) for the year. Normal is about 4.51, so we're well above it.

We all lean towards the koa because that's what Hawaii is known for. But it's tough to work with, especially read more

We all lean towards the koa because that's what Hawaii is known for. But it's tough to work with, especially when you get the curly koa. Because of the complexity of the grain, it's a very challenging wood. Mango is a fabulous wood and it's underrated. For some reason, it doesn't carry the influence that koa does. Mango is some beautiful wood. I work some 30 varieties, generally, because I love the variety.

We have called for the boycott of the parliamentary elections because Lebanon is under Syrian control.

We have called for the boycott of the parliamentary elections because Lebanon is under Syrian control.

There is no basis for any rumors that Steve Case is leaving.

There is no basis for any rumors that Steve Case is leaving.

The district was closed after the village informed me there were breaks in the water system and the Health Department read more

The district was closed after the village informed me there were breaks in the water system and the Health Department said our buildings were unsafe for water production. But they told me (Wednesday) that village water had been tested and passed.

Learn the art of patience. Apply discipline to your thoughts when they become anxious over the outcome of a goal. read more

Learn the art of patience. Apply discipline to your thoughts when they become anxious over the outcome of a goal. Impatience breeds anxiety, fear, discouragement and failure. Patience creates confidence, decisiveness and a rational outlook, which eventually leads to success.

Women tend to wear clothes that are too tight, and men tend to wear clothes that are too loose.

Women tend to wear clothes that are too tight, and men tend to wear clothes that are too loose.

I think that was our best game of the year.

I think that was our best game of the year.

We love the concept of someone becoming a star through a process that started with their local radio stations. For read more

We love the concept of someone becoming a star through a process that started with their local radio stations. For us the Showdown is like having hundreds of talent scouts evaluating tens of thousands of artists.