Dog the Bounty Hunter returns to TV tonight

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For Dog the Bounty Hunter (or for the ladies, Leland Chapman) fans, tonight is the return of A&E’s #1 rated show. Some speculate whether the show will be the same with the glaring absence of Tim “Youngblood” Chapman (no relation) after his personal problems which include a pending terrorist threatening charge. A&E’s website describes tonight’s hour long episode as follows:

Today Dog and the family are back in Colorado and are about to make one of their most exciting captures ever. On his search he’ll encounter a felon with history of violence and an alleged affection for sawed-off shotguns, a desperate addict crying for help, and a brave informant who’ll risk it all to help Dog bring the fugitive to justice. And when the adrenaline-fueled arrest goes down, every family member will play a critical role.

Airtime is at 9pmEST/8pmCST/6pmHST. Check local listings.

Sam Choy’s Kapahulu says aloha

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And we don’t mean hello. Rising costs eating into operating margins has forced Sam to close his Kapahulu restaurant and consolidate. It’s last day will be Sunday. All employees at the closing restaurant will be offered jobs at the much bigger Sam Choy’s Breakfast, Lunch, Crab & Big Aloha Brewery which will be renamed simply Sam Choy’s. They will continue to serve breakfast, lunch and dinner and some menu favorites from the Kapahulu restaurant will be moved over to the other restaurant. No worries if you’re a fan of the Sam Choy’s Kitchen cooking show, it too will be moved over to the other location and renovations will begin in the fall. If you have a gift certificate for the Kapahulu restaurant, they will be honored.

Sam is apparently in talks for a new restaurant concept to fill the old space with a partner in his restaurants and building owner, James Lee.

You can visit Sam’s website to order some of his delicious dressings/marinades if you’re not on the islands.

Don’t forget your pets in the face of disaster

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Many people in the islands have disaster preparedness kits for themselves should a hurricane or some other natural disaster hit but are you forgetting someone? Many residents have pets and it’s important that they are thought of as well. If you plan on going to a shelter, do they accept pets? Do you know? Don’t assume, many do not. If you had to leave your pets behind, what would you do?

Hurricane season runs through the beginning of November in Hawaii so pick up some tips on how to keep your 4-legged furbabies safe by clicking here.

To search for pet friendly hotels on the islands, click here.

Drop some BIG green for Kauai North Shore luxury

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I was perusing some different sites for some Kauai rentals and came across one that caught my eye. Sure it was luxurious. Yes it was in a beautiful location. But that’s not why I’m sharing it with you, it’s the price. Because I know that you all have $6400 PER NIGHT to spare, I knew you’d want to know about this place! So enjoy your tour of a place that most of us will never be able to stay in! Its nice to dream, right? So what are your thoughts? If you had disposable income would you stay here? And if you can afford to stay here, will you adopt me?

Click here for the rental page.

Reminder: Giveaway deadline today!

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Just a reminder for anyone who hasn’t entered the giveaway for the plumeria art print that tonight is the deadline at midnight HST. (6 hours behind EST) If you’d like to enter just go to this post, leave a comment with a name and email and/or url to contact you and subscribe to True Aloha. That’s it!

The winner will be chosen via random.org where everyone’s names who entered will be entered into the list randomizer, it’ll work its magic when I click “randomize” and whomever comes up in the #1 spot is the winner. Screen shots will be provided.

So stop back by tomorrow to see who the lucky winner is!

Good luck!

Cruise on over to the Carnival of Aloha

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It’s time for the Carnival of Aloha! This is where many Hawaii bloggers unite and share some of their most interesting posts over at Evelyn’s place at Homespun Honolulu.

So if you’d like to read up on more bloggers with aloha, click here to go to this month’s carnival!

Maui’s homeless pups need you

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Who can resist those faces? Hopefully not you! If you live on Maui or are visiting soon, these lil pups make the perfect companion or souvenir that long returns on it’s investment! There are more dogs and puppies just like this who need your love and a furever home. Owning an animal is a big responsibility so please take it seriously. All it takes are meeting their basic needs and add love and you have a sweet little nugget that’ll give you unconditional love it’s whole life. To find out more about the animals here or at the shelter, go to the Maui Humane Society website.

Evacuation of Volcano area residents suggested

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Well it’s happened. The winds have shifted and now the ash belching out of Halema’uma’u is affecting the residents of the Volcano area. The residents/vacation rental tenants effected are those in Mauna Loa Estates, Ohia Estates, Volcano Village, Keauhou Ranch, Volcano Golf Course Subdivision. (Royal Hawaiian Estates and Hawaiian Orchid Isle Estates are advised to be prepared for evacuation) An evacuation shelter has been set up at Aunty Sally’s Luau Hale in Hilo. (See map below)

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Please be advised the shelter does not take animals so make other provisions for your pets! You’re advised to bring the following items with you should you evacuate: Bedding (blankets, sleeping bags, pillows, etc.), a change of clothes, all medications or required medical equipment, any baby/toddler care items like formula, diapers, baby food and the like, toiletries and sanitary napkins if needed.

Should residents/tenants need special assistance to evacuate, you can call 808-935-0031

The stings of paradise

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If you live in or visit the islands, this sign is a pretty familiar one. These lil buggers are not the friendliest inhabitant of the sea and a sting by one can ruin your day at the beach. I should know, the hubby was a victim of one a few years back. We’re standing on the sand in east Kauai and he decides to let the water hit his ankles. For some reason I didn’t. The next thing I know he says “the sand is stinging me.” As he reaches down to swipe at his ankles, all of the years of research and guidebook reading kicked in and I screamed “don’t touch it!! It’s a man o war!! Knock it off with your rubber slippah!” He did and sure enough there was what looked like a little blue ball of yarn. We went back to the house and did everything wrong. Used cold water to wash any uncharged quills off of his now red, swollen lashes around his ankles. (The only thing we did right) Then he complained about the burn and I knew I wasn’t up for peeing on it (don’t do that! Doesn’t work for man o wars!) so I called Wilcox Memorial and asked if they knew what we should do. They gave me the now debunked wives tale of mixing meat tenderizer and vinegar into a paste and slathering it on the lashes. (Vinegar actually makes the sting worse!) We also dumped some rubbing alcohol on it which we found out months later that, along with urine, can actually trigger any remaining tentacles to eject their venom! Nice. He kept some cool washcloths on it and said it felt like someone was “holding a lighter to his ankles without pulling it away” for 5 hours.

So what do these lil buggers look like? Here’s one we saw on Waianapanapa Beach on Maui. If it looks like blue bubbles or yarn, do NOT go in the water! There will usually be a sign on the beach if they frequent there.

What do you do if you’re stung?

1) Get your shoe, a credit or gift card that might be in your wallet, a stick, whatever is readily available to knock off any visible tentacles. Take care to NOT touch them with your hands or the venom could release. 2) Rinse the sting with water to remove any tentacles that may still be stuck. 3) Use ice packs or water as hot as you can stand it for pain control. (Its up to the person as to what is more soothing to them.) 4) If you have itching or a rash, use hydrocortisone and Benadryl. If you go hours without relief of any kind after using the above tips or if you have any signs of breathing difficulties or cardiac arrest, call a doctor immediately.

Awareness is the key and we always have a first aid kit with us in the car. As long as you know what truly works and what is myth, you should be prepared in case you have an unfortunate encounter with a man o’ war.

Surf on over to the Carnival of Aloha!

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This month SkeeterBess is hosting the carnival. Never been there? You’re in for a treat! If you love Hawaii, you’ll love the gathering of interesting posts from the Hawaii blogging ohana that makes up this unique event!

Click here to be directed to the Carnival of Aloha!

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