June 20, 2011

• Hawai'i Update #1

  How lucky I am, to be a part of this amazing energy group.  My group-mates are all incredibly bright and talented; I'm impressed by their inquisitive minds, keen insights, and sharp questions. Yale picks good people.  Honestly, I often wonder how the hell I got selected.

  

  I'm on the Big Island of Hawai'i now - the island of active volcanoes, breathtaking waterfalls, lush rainforests, and pristine beaches. I have met a few people on the island; and I think that what makes this island so special is everyone's hospitality and kindness.  The other day, I took a quick stroll through the neighborhood, and everywhere I turned, neighbors waved at me and shouted "aloha!"

  That said, not everything in life is perfect. I feel a little out of my element here.  I'm working in the energy field, something I know little about, so there's a steep learning curve for me.  The gorgeous 4-bedroom house that we live in is constantly being invaded by roaches, ants, maggots (??), geckos, and other odd insects (this has actually been more entertaining than a real annoyance).  And then there's a certain someone that I miss a lot...

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