http://www.thehapalife.com The Socially Retarded things I do Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:46:57 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 Labor Day Weekend Camping 2010! http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1445 http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1445#comments Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:33:47 +0000 Shai http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1445 What can I say?  Austin and I had lots of fun!  Couldn’t have done it without great family, friends and great Neighbors.

I want to give “Thanks” to Austin, Thao, Andy, Phi, Chinh and Ryan!!! Thanks for making the weekend GREAT!

A quick look of the weekend.  You can see more on my FB page. (Click here)

One of my Favorite pics.

Austin and the Arkansas River.

Our neighbors. Really cool peeps and I really don't remember their names. LOL

These fools were using air mattresses to float in the river.

1st fire of the night.

Thao and Me. First camping trip together and I can't wait to do it again.

Group Photo. Austin was passed out by this time, Sorry dude!

]]> http://www.thehapalife.com/?feed=rss2&p=1445 0 Power Naps at work?!? http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1434 http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1434#comments Mon, 30 Aug 2010 19:50:24 +0000 Shai http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1434 Power napping at work, or just napping in general, is new to me.  2 months ago…I personally felt naps were a waste of time and useless.  Now, I have a completely different outlook.  I love taking naps. SO REFRESHING! O.o

Medical Fact: Ever since sleep scientist David Dinges helped found the modern science of napping in the early ’80s at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, short periods of sleep have been shown to improve alertness, memory, motor skills, decision-making, and mood. All while cutting down on stress, carelessness, and even heart disease.

I sure could use one of these at work!!!

Do’s and Dont’s of Dozing

Napping at work has become acceptable at some companies. Yet pulling off a “productivity nap” at the office isn’t easy. Here are suggestions from sleep scientist Dr. Sara Mednick, author of Take a Nap! Change Your Life.

1. Make Time and Space

Twenty to 30 minutes is all you need to reap the rewards of midday slumber. The best time is the early afternoon when your body is tired—so consider reserving the second half of your lunch break for shut-eye. If your employer doesn’t have a nap room, a yoga mat beats a bathroom stall, though the most comfortable option may be a parked car.

2. Set the Proper Conditions

In the dark our brains produce more of the sleep-inducing hormone melatonin, so close the blinds, turn off the lights, and consider using a sleeping mask. Keep the temperature on the warmer side. If you must nap sitting up, use a travel pillow to avoid the dreaded “nap nod.” And don’t forget to turn off your cell phone.

3. Careful With the Chemicals

Avoid caffeine for a few hours before a nap. The same goes for nicotine, diet pills, and antidepressants. Although alcohol makes it easier to nod off during the day, it interferes with sleep and should also be avoided. Refined sugars and carbs may keep you up, but meat, dairy, and some nuts have tryptophan, which our bodies break down into melatonin.

]]> http://www.thehapalife.com/?feed=rss2&p=1434 0 Deos bathing in tomato juice remove the smell of a skunk? http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1422 http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1422#comments Wed, 25 Aug 2010 18:20:55 +0000 Shai http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1422 You would have  lived during the 70′s to believe this tall tale.  To be honest; me and most m family thought it was true.  We actually believed in it so much, we even used this method on my sisters dog.  And guess what…the smell did not fade one bit.  Poor guy stunk for weeks.  Can you say “myth busted”?

Answer:  The sulfur compound in the skunk spray is what makes the smell so strong and hard to get rid of.  Although it’s a major belief that tomato juice removes the smell, there is no scientific evidence to support this claim (it sure didn’t work for my sisters dog :/).

Try calling your local vet or you can google-around for the answer.

]]> http://www.thehapalife.com/?feed=rss2&p=1422 0 I can’t say that I like you… http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1400 http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1400#comments Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:58:50 +0000 Shai http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1400 To whom it may concern,

I really hate you!

Currently; I am mentally flipping you off, calling you every name in the book, running you over with my truck (don’t worry…I backed up a couple of times), chocking you with barb wire, stabbing your eyes out with a dull-rusty-spoon, lit you on fire, and I am beating the living shit out of you.

If I end up with an aneurysm, I’m going to name it after you!

- Shai

]]> http://www.thehapalife.com/?feed=rss2&p=1400 0 Mom…I love YOU!!! http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1386 http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1386#comments Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:57:01 +0000 Shai http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1386

God could not be everywhere, so he created mothers

Mom,

I really don’t have much to say.  So I will tell you what has been on my mind.

One of the best things if my life is “YOU”!  Some say having a child is a gift to all mothers, but I see it in a different way.  You are the gift I was given when I came into this world!  Your undying love has given me good life.  A life that couldn’t have been if you were not my mother.  I wouldn’t want this life any other way.  You are everything to me.  I LOVE YOU!

By the way:  Please don’t be 9 news and tell everyone I wrote this for you.  You’re gonna ruin my reputation.

Love,

Your Son…FLOYD

]]> http://www.thehapalife.com/?feed=rss2&p=1386 3 Can you get high from licking a Toad? http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1357 http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1357#comments Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:55:37 +0000 Shai http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1357 First of all, why in the hell would you want to lick a toad?!  That’s freaking nasty!

Would you really want to lick this TOAD??? :/

A.  Toads do not cause warts.  Toads do produce a protective toxin that make animals very sick and can be very irritating to the human.  However, the Bufo toad does have  psychedelic substance on its skin.  Their toxin is similar to LSD and serotonin and can cause hallucinations.  So be careful when using this method, you can be arrested for toad licking.

]]> http://www.thehapalife.com/?feed=rss2&p=1357 0 What is Up With Ear Hair? http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1350 http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1350#comments Tue, 06 Jul 2010 18:09:51 +0000 Shai http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1350 Why does it have to happen when you get old?  I really don’t get it.  You lose hair where you want it and then gain in all those unsightly places.  Excessive nasal hair, bushy eyebrows,  and hairy ears certainly doesn’t make me anxious to get older.

Sorry Guys! This generally only happens to the male population.

- Shai

]]> http://www.thehapalife.com/?feed=rss2&p=1350 0 Question 6/25/2010 http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1338 http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1338#comments Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:16:49 +0000 Shai http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1338 Q.  Why do we shrink as we get older?

A.  Unfortunately, all of us will lose an inch or 2 when our skin starts to fall off our bones. You can partially blame gravity for the loss in height.  We all lose muscle and fat as we age and gravity weighs down on the bones in our spines that may cause compression.

I guess the explains why “some” old people can barely see over the steering wheel.

- Shai

]]> http://www.thehapalife.com/?feed=rss2&p=1338 0 Fun with Family and Friends http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1320 http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1320#comments Sun, 13 Jun 2010 20:44:09 +0000 Shai http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1320 This is how we do it!  We go, we drink, we dance, and we always have the most fun.  Actually, it’s all me…LOL  JK
]]> http://www.thehapalife.com/?feed=rss2&p=1320 0 To my Friend Debberly… http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1301 http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1301#comments Sat, 12 Jun 2010 20:22:29 +0000 Shai http://www.thehapalife.com/?p=1301 Debberly,

It’s too bad your wisdom teeth are getting pulled the week of my brothers/pool party.  Since you will be absent, I decided to make you a little a gift…It’s my version of a Electronic Get Well Card.  I hope you enjoy it.

To all of Debberly’s friend…Don’t hesitate to leave her comments. She will need your support.  LOL

Say Hello to Debberly! Look at that smile and remember it well. She's getting wisdom teeth pulled soon.

Here are  flowers you can enjoy and will never die.

:)

The flower version of you...

Hopefully these pics will bring back good memories and think about the things you’re missing out on.  LOL I know, I’m mean…muahaha

As you can see, we love our redbull :)

Yes...I stole this pic, but it is a great pic to use. :)

I bet you think you can dance...pshh I'm way better. JK

Doesn't that look good?

Aww! Are you going to miss having some of these? LOL

That’s it for now.  I will be sure to add more pics after my next party.  Stay tuned.  LOL

UPDATE:  Look at what you missed this weekend…Miss you Debberly!

Shot anyone?

The End!

- Shai

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