A New Years Celebration Where Time Begins in Tonga
The first country in the world to greet the New Year, each and every year, is Tonga in the South Pacific. That is because it lies very close to the 180th parallel (12 hours ahead of Greenwich). It sits directly on the International Dateline.
This blog serves as a journal of where I have traveled, different cuisine I have experienced, as well as a place to share my love of writing and art. I enjoy photography, oil painting, watercolor, pastels, free-hand sketching and digital art. Need custom blog content? I can help! Shoot me an email: rkongaika@gmail.com
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Thursday, November 19, 2009
The Artist, Grandma Moses
The Artist, Grandma Moses
A German proverb says, “The oldest trees often bear the sweetest fruit”. Besides my own Grandmother Anderson, an amazing self-taught artist, Grandma Moses, truly inspires me.
A German proverb says, “The oldest trees often bear the sweetest fruit”. Besides my own Grandmother Anderson, an amazing self-taught artist, Grandma Moses, truly inspires me.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
My Favorite Yoga Pose
My Favorite Yoga Pose
According to an online survey done by yogasite.com, most yoga enthusiasts see yoga as a mental and/or physical fitness program while the rest of them see it as a spiritual discipline.
According to an online survey done by yogasite.com, most yoga enthusiasts see yoga as a mental and/or physical fitness program while the rest of them see it as a spiritual discipline.
Italian Desserts to Live and Die For
Italian Desserts to Live and Die For: "You may think you already know all about Italian food. Almost daily you make spaghetti, lasagna and pizza for your family. You may also cook most everything in olive oil and use plenty of garlic. However, you have not really lived until you have tasted these scrumptious Italian desserts."
Monday, November 16, 2009
Orchard to Business Center in Orem, Utah
Orchard to Business Center in Orem, Utah
Many years ago, my parents moved our family from a tiny little farm town in Fairview, Utah to Orem, Utah. This is where I attended elementary school, junior high and high school, held my first job, and got married; hence the majority of my developmental years were spent in Orem.
Many years ago, my parents moved our family from a tiny little farm town in Fairview, Utah to Orem, Utah. This is where I attended elementary school, junior high and high school, held my first job, and got married; hence the majority of my developmental years were spent in Orem.
Travel to Rotorua, New Zealand
Travel to Rotorua, New Zealand
A trip to the land of the long white cloud would not be complete without visiting the enchanting place called Rotorua. Adventurous people will enjoy the geothermal forces, biking trails, walking tracks and Maori art and culture available all in one place. There are 16 lakes, tall redwood trees and miles of endless activities for families and individuals alike.
A trip to the land of the long white cloud would not be complete without visiting the enchanting place called Rotorua. Adventurous people will enjoy the geothermal forces, biking trails, walking tracks and Maori art and culture available all in one place. There are 16 lakes, tall redwood trees and miles of endless activities for families and individuals alike.
Digital Art - Is it Really Art?
Digital Art - Is it Really Art?
Most people think art has to involve a brush, paint and a canvas. But today there are so many more forms of art.
Most people think art has to involve a brush, paint and a canvas. But today there are so many more forms of art.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Temple plantation
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How lucky we are to be able to have a garden so close to the Laie Hawaii Temple.
Electronic Gadgets for Christmas
Electronic Gadgets for Christmas
An electronic gadget is probably at the top on everyone’s list for Christmas. This is the season to buy a gift that can be used all year long.
An electronic gadget is probably at the top on everyone’s list for Christmas. This is the season to buy a gift that can be used all year long.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Twittering and Blogging Has Gotten Out of Hand
Twittering and Blogging Has Gotten Out of Hand
The whole twitter, blogging, article writing thing has gotten out of hand. If you want to write, you have to promote yourself using those avenues to get recognized.
The whole twitter, blogging, article writing thing has gotten out of hand. If you want to write, you have to promote yourself using those avenues to get recognized.
Write a Welcome Christmas Letter This Year
Write a Welcome Christmas Letter This Year
Christmas seems to come around faster each year. What did you and your family accomplish this year? Do you really want to share it all with all your friends and relatives? Are they really interested in the details of your life or would it be enough just to let them know you are still alive?
Christmas seems to come around faster each year. What did you and your family accomplish this year? Do you really want to share it all with all your friends and relatives? Are they really interested in the details of your life or would it be enough just to let them know you are still alive?
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Favorite Art Quotes
Favorite Art Quotes
I have been collecting art quotes for some time now. I recently used my graphics design knowledge to make them into art pieces. Hope you enjoy them. You are welcome to copy if you are into art.
I have been collecting art quotes for some time now. I recently used my graphics design knowledge to make them into art pieces. Hope you enjoy them. You are welcome to copy if you are into art.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Pictures from the North Shore of Oahu
Pictures from the North Shore of Oahu
I carry my digital camera with me all the time. Living on the North Shore offers many opportunities to use it. Besides so many beautiful plants, there are spectacular scenes and cast-off cars and ruins within a few minutes drive of where I live. Here are a few of them.
I carry my digital camera with me all the time. Living on the North Shore offers many opportunities to use it. Besides so many beautiful plants, there are spectacular scenes and cast-off cars and ruins within a few minutes drive of where I live. Here are a few of them.
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