Retirement is a great time to take up new hobbies. After all, you probably have more time on your hands. So why not learn a new skill or start a collection of something you’ve always admired? While starting a new hobby in retirement has many benefits, it can also be full of financial pitfalls. Few…
Many Hawaiians adore dogs so much that we think of them more as human than canine. But as it turns out, some breeds are much more popular in certain states than others. U.S. News & World Report revealed the top dog breeds in each state. Researchers used over a quarter million data points to determine…
In the same way that ponchos and bell bottoms have all but disappeared from our modern lives, certain foods of the 1960s are tough to find. Sure, you may come across the occasional Jell-O mold in an Oklahoma church basement somewhere, and you might even find a Grasshopper pie on a random restaurant menu. But,…
Language is constantly evolving in California, and begrudgingly to the baby boomer generation, slang terms of the past are all but gone in modern conversation. Nevertheless, the 1960s was full of groovy gems we don’t want to let go of. From foxy to fuzz, you can bet your sweet bippy this list will serve as…
You’re cruising through life in Utah, relishing your youthful freedom, until something unexpected jolts you into reality, making you realize you’re not as young as you once were. These moments often feel cruel, but you’re not alone. Once we reach a certain age, we’ve all faced the harsh epiphany that we’re not so young anymore. …
Change is inevitable, and it’s not always for the better. Unfortunately, when Colorado residents and Americans across the United States are stuck in a bad situation long enough, even the most determined human is bound to accept the new normal. While America has a lot to offer, there are more than a few off-putting things…
Language is constantly changing in Iowa, and what was groovy in the 1970s may now make you a square. These 21 words and phrases aren’t common among Iowa’s younger generations, but many of them are so fun to say that we want them to make a comeback. 1: Poltroon Poltroon is just a fancy way…
If you learned it at school, it’s natural to assume it’s true. But if you ask historians, you might be surprised to learn the stuff your Indiana teacher stated as facts in history lessons are often riddled with inaccuracies. Things we assume are real, like Columbus discovering America or Betsy Ross sewing the country’s first…
Being honest is typically the wisest approach and the best way to handle most situations. After all, lies often lead to unwanted repercussions. But there are certain times when Hawaiians who stretch the truth do so to be helpful. When handled with care, lying in the following situations might even strengthen your relationships. 1: Raising…
Between the Civil Rights Movement, the Vietnam War, and the broader use of recreational drugs, there’s no doubt that the 1960s had a lot going on. This unique and tumultuous time in U.S. history changed our world in many ways. However, some of the things younger Texas residents—and even some Americans alive during the 1960s—believe…
