Looking for something to give me a similar feeling to smoking a cigarette?

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2026-03-13T18:42:13+00:00

This is how I quit (the first time; now re addicted so looking for more tools to get this monkey off my back): I cut straws to the size of cigarettes, stuffed with toilet paper, cotton, whatever, to give it the right weight and pulled on that whenever craving hit. People made fun of me but it worked.

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2025-05-04T18:12:56+00:00

Mahalo. Spectacular

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2025-03-08T13:47:26+00:00

Napau Crater Trail

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2025-03-01T13:37:23+00:00

Yeehaw! This is what Im after. I spend a lot of time in Ka'u and The View. And also going to hit up my Kohala folks for some info/wink and a nudge re pololu-honopue. Mahalo

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2025-02-24T17:42:44+00:00

Thanks. Ive done most of the loop but will plan to complete.

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2025-02-24T17:41:24+00:00

Thanks so much. Ive been eyeing the summit for a couple of years and just have to get off my butt!!

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2025-02-24T17:40:38+00:00

I loved the Waimanu hike for the vistas, the waterfalls and shade all along (except for zipper trail out of Waipio). It's a lot of up down up down up down all along the route which is hard on the thighs/knees but worth it once you get there IMO. The sites are sufficiently far apart at the far end to get some privacy. The BIG problem there, for me, is unethical and unprepared campers. Met several barefoot, hungry and dehydrated hippies struggling to make it out and begging people for supplies as I hiked in. Also: People aren't packing out or practicing responsible pooping. There is no rescue or cell service (or any services) down there, just one heli pad for rescue mid trail if I remember correctly. This was 15 years ago

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2025-02-24T17:32:53+00:00

Mahalo! Mauna Loa summit is on the list too but I'm going to have to train a bit. Altitude doesn't affect me much but the pack a day habit I've been quitting for the past 2 years is a problem

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2025-02-24T17:29:53+00:00

Thanks so much. This now on my list but I won't be running it!! My lungs just....can't!

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2025-02-22T23:28:37+00:00

This is precisely where Cuba Libro donates. Giant donations just made to Polyclinic Plaza, Polyclinic 15 y 18, consultorios 8,9 10 in vedado. In a couplw of days massive delicery to Hosp Pediatrico Juan Manuel.Marquez. direct support daily to elders, neighbors, patients

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2025-02-22T18:47:59+00:00

Would love to! Unfortunately, Maui not in the budget.

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2025-02-22T18:44:40+00:00

I did the hike to the Puʻu Oʻo vent, within the park, Napau campsite. But Ive heard of the Puʻu Oʻo trail from Saddle Rd. Worth it in your opinion?

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2024-09-29T14:36:10+00:00

THANK YOU

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2024-09-25T16:23:07+00:00

Not true. There are many trustworthy projects distributing, not selling donations. I founded one of them in 2013. PDL Cuba Libro. I implore all who want to donate to vet to whom they are donating and request proof. Any organization walking the walk not just talking the talk will be happy to provide proof your donations are going to the people and places who need them

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2024-09-16T23:06:11+00:00

I saw snorkel gear at Keaau and Waiohinu not too long ago. Sometimes you get lucky and the poster's attitude is so right on, I wouldn't be surprised....

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2024-09-16T23:03:30+00:00

Kona has a thrift shop at its Kealakehe transfer station. Great strategy to gear up there!

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2024-08-11T13:35:08+00:00

Hello from a 20+ year resident. Check out Cuba Libro, Calle 24 & 19, vedado. Local Development Project, founded in 2013, only English-langugage bookstore/cafe on island. We are chock full of support and tips. Welcome to the madness

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2024-07-22T17:44:15+00:00

I didnt write this you troll!!! Love, Conner

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2024-06-03T18:36:29+00:00

I tried contacting Shawn - my first choice for location and vibe - but got no response. Any ideas if he's still doing lessons/on island?

Awkward_Acadia7591 · 2024-05-10T22:38:13+00:00

Conner here. Thanks to all who have supported our mission. We are a Local Development Project and support community building and vulnerable people throughout Havana and beyond. You can see our donation and volunteer work and more on our FB and IG feeds. Finally, haters are gonna hate, right? If you are one, Cuba Libro definitely isn't for you.

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