Lets make 1 thing perfectly clear: HEA SUCKS!

I catch the bus. Everywhere. Every broke college kid who don't have rides or hate walking relies on it. Most don't like to admit it. But its the only way to get around if a good friend who does have rides screws u over. It is also easy for those that live in waiks or town n for those that live west side (since they get service 24/7).

The Bus @ least has a great website (www.thebus.org) to check out maps n stuff as well as planning trips. But they have a new feature (that can be accessed via phone or online) that can be a pain, something that f***s up ur plans as well as affect ur thinking on what to do for the day. It is called HEA. It means Bus in hawaiian but it also means Honolulu Estimated Arrival. It's GPS for the bus

I was thinking who da f*** came up with that name. I can see that if Lil' Jon was still doing remixes today, most likely he should consider a parody of Bia Bia. With this lame system. If i were ever a rapper, the damn bus system is what i would be dissing. (HeA HeA)

Anyway, its a way to see when the bus exactly comes to ur bus stop n its pretty simple to use (go to hea.thebus.org) n punch in the nearest street ur on. It gives u a list of which stops closest to u, then u use it to know the time the bus u need to catch arrives.

But there are many things i hate about this system (besides the name):

1. The system is not accurate: Often the bus comes too early or too late. & u don't know when exactly it will come. (Last night the last bus was supposed to come down town @ 11:49 according to google maps but when i got downtown @ exactly 11:45 the bus already passed me. I had to get a ride. Sad but true).

2. The system is slow. It works like magic on da computer but a pain in the butt on da phone. How am i supposed to know when it updates when the screen isn't able to refresh on da phone? That being said, the google maps should be updated as well.

3. The bus drivers don't know anything about it. The system is not promoted enough so people can plan better. Google maps is promoted enough. Even stupid tourists need to know what bus to catch n not rely on drivers which holds up the system. This also pisses off people who plan everything around the bus only to eventually miss the bus to transfer to.

The bus should change the name before it is made a mockery of. Also, the system needs to be updated as a whole so people can keep up with the times. I know its worse in waikiki but Kuhio ave needs to be redone so its better on busses & bikes. That way HEA could 1 day live up to its name n be accurate. But til then, HEA will always suck but we have to live n die by it.

Other notes:
I hate busses with small info screens. They often cut off info & aren't accurate. The two-line info screens work since they tell u da time n day n inform u points of interest too @ every stop. But some still have stop request only. But that's not bad. As long as u know where to go n know where the bus stops ur fine.

People should listen to the PA system on the bus. Like don't save seats, watch ur things, no eating drinking littering, turn ur phone off or dont use it, use da damn backdoor, etc. Common sense people!

A pissed off D-Rockmoney

Dumbass 101: How to get busted @ Apple Store

A man walked into the apple store the other day & got arrested for using a computer to do business. Seriously. Its not just any business. This pedophile was seen looking @ and downloading child pornography. This goes to show that curiosity killed cat and it looks like we found the suspect.

Link to this:
http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/20090903/BREAKING01/90903036/Man+suspected+of+downloading+child+porn+in+store+at+Ala+Moana+Center

I admit to browsing the web in the Apple store. But only for facebook, twitter, news, & the stupid Bus GPS system (known as HEA, more on that in my next blog). But this is the icing on the cake when it comes to Apple eventually putting a lock on the public visiting the Apple store not to look for a computer, not for an Ipod or accessory, or even an i phone. To publicly search the net. Thanks to this asshole, as well as other kids who clog the apple store to check on other illegal activities, we may see store management putting a lock on web browsing. Thanks again asshole!

-DRM

dope night

Got to pregame @ varsity. Get my class on. Went back for a huge encore. Tomorrow im ready for more. End of story.

I had a bad feeling (but had fun)

I got screwed this week. Big time. Me going 3/3 this week actually was 1/3. After a tough class on tuesday, & a midterm to prep for for accounting, I was beat. But I hoped to enjoy concerts with big acts and maybe even meet them. Herez how it went:

Tue. 8/11: Felicia comes n goes. The weather was bad. My class was mediocre @ best. I go home tired. No doubt the next day.

Wed. 8/12: Got to Blaisdell @ 7pm. Saw my old HS teacher (which i really don't like since hate is too strong), a so-called classmate that almost broke me down in class the night before, & other random people. I was standing next to a couple of former Miss Hawaiis, & got to enjoy a kickass No Doubt show. (side note, Paramore could have been a great opening act instead of Matt Costa but he wasn't too bad either since i met him @ Kokua Fest.) But i hoped to do something after, which was epic fail 1. It never went down. I went home. Tomorrows a new day, right?

Thur 8/13: Class sucked. Finished my homework as usual then started my test. Got to go see Filter's meet n greet. They were cool. The lead guy claims to met me before (most say that cuz most asians with glasses look alike lol). But they were nice enough to sign stuff n get a photo. Good post-class timing.

Fri. 8/14: Went to Leeward Bowl. Put up good scores but need to be ready for this coming wed, where i will have a showoff with 2 of my friends from my HS bowling team. I gotta see if, like Tyson, I still got it. Then saw The Goods. Funny. Then went to Kaneohe to get a closeup of what ill deal with 24 hours later. Good prep for sat. But that night was different. Three parties i went to were lame & my ride home was late. Epic Fail #2. Gotta look forward to sat, right? Hope to meet BEP.

Sat. 8/15: Worked out. Then went to Kailua for my pregame meal (& drink) then Bayfest. Glad to get there early. I had lots of Fun with Black Eyed Peas. But did i get the job done. NO! I @ least met Will I Am. But the show started late, there was pretty bad traffic, & the band didn't get on til 9. Their lame manager prevented people who wanted to meet them from getting in, even radio people. It was packed though, & I got great shots n posted some video too. All in all the day was great cept for the meet n greet part. EPIC FAIL #3. They played the hits but the hits didn't come for me. Fireworks turned to dust.

I felt bad for those who didn't make it but it was kick ass though. But i don't rate shows based on their hits. I base it on friendliness. 3DD was ok but pushy. BEP just bailed after w/o explanation. The long drive home was tiring. Traffic as usual. Plus i may need to go to the doctors since my left knee is sore. Tried from bayfest. Next year should be my last since i will be done with grad school by the time Bayfest 2010 comes, if @ all. So here comes goodbye to that after next year.

Glad i skipped a party. It was for someone i really don't like (no pun intended). Its like HBK still having beef with Bret Hart (ala montreal screwjob). In other words: I got two words for ya, screw it. No more drama was needed in my night. I know it too damn well. It would be nice to "crash" da party but i was too tired so i crashed myself. There will be others n i am taking a break from booze for now so i can lose weight. Wanna be a good person too. My new life starts now.

I am definitely moving forward from what has been a bad week mostly. That could have gotten a lot worse. Glad it didnt.
Taking a break from the nitelife too (unless a friendship is on the line its not important) until UH football kicks off. @ least im sgoing hiking n the weather is better. Also to get my new job finally. Its been too damn long since i left Sears. I need to live up to my name n ready to be new again (still debating on Taking Back Sunday n Silversun Pickups). Where do I go from here? God knows. But I gotta feeling its gonna get better from here. @ the very least, i had fun. Something i haven't had in awhile. Peace.

My life the last 2 weeks.

Been busy. Very busy. Still nothing new. I love being a free agent. But of course i am still a student so im technically not free but still. Classes killing me. But mostly chill. Can't wait til im done next summer. All da same for the good life on the town, where im like Visa, i go & am everywhere & accepted everywhere. But i gotta know when it's time to put good friends before those that have failed me. I always seem to chase what i think i can catch but i am not able to get it. TIme also is almost never on my side too. One of these nights I gotta go all night & take people for a ride until the first morning light.

B-day bash was dope. So is so many other places i usually roll thru. But it was most recently that i made it count. North Shore sucked today (bus breakdown @ Wahiawa) except for my frog splash @ waimea bay. I played poker too n @ least got my money back. Then made a late first friday appearance (is 10pm still late? Maybe but it was good while i was there). July 3 was epic fail. This time, epic awesomeness. Otooles, 35, 39, NextDoor, etc. was crackin. Too bad i know everyone n got in without paying. Talked storms with a certain KGMB 9 weather model then chilled @ SOHO. It doesnt hurt to go out n bail early n promise to come back. The door people remember n u dont have to wait in line. I enjoyed myself as usual with da homies. Then here comes the not on my side factor: quitting while im ahead. I left early, but @ what cost? I think I'll know what i missed thanks to the people who twitter on a regular basis. Then I'll know if it was worth it. Most BS but i'll know. Thats why I need to go all out one time & see if its worth it. Gotta do it with the homies.

Later today: Fight night n free shit, then probably going to Waiks for a little while @ Shack, Apartment 3, & Matty Liu @ Lulus. All in all twas a good day but herez to tomorrow n the next 10 days. No Doubt Wed. Bayfest next saturday. Wanna go 3 for 3 every day the next week. Wanna follow my life? Follow me @ twitter.com/drockmoney

Closing number today: Everyone loves @ catfight. Herez what i missed on wed (i was sick, sorry). Enjoy.



-Da rock money man

P.S.: My money is on Penn n my night will go smooth as silk tomorrow. But da big week starts now.

Good things about Hawaii

Going to a family reunion. Good memories. Good times.

Also going to big shows that rock. MGMT was ok but could have been better.

Now: Preparing for class n to get that new new.

Next: Going back on the scene this weekend for a b-day party & other cool stuff.

Later: Big Shows to prep for n work.

I feel old

I am now the big 23. I learned a lot from turning this age. I stop growing physically. I feel empty. But also I don't stop maturing and learning. I can also grow mentally & psychologically. I also know who i can rely on & move on from by now.

A lot has changed too. I got to enjoy my so-called "vacation" & time to go back to reality this week. Gotta stay humble & continue to land that job as well as go to school. I'd take anything at this point but it has to be something i can be happy with and enjoy as much as pay and benefits and around my time. My classes are again tuesday (marketing services) & thursday (accounting). Good schedule but a lot going on this august and september so i should prepare and not predict.

I still haven't lost sight of my goal of finishing grad school next summer. I could have taken 3 but i'm not ready so 2 is enough for me. I have to take the cards sometimes and play it out then see what happens from there.

In conclusion, I feel you can't trust everyone. This is where i hear "Poker Face" a lot. People get pulled up but brought down easy by the same person. It can be easy yet hard to read others. Check out Daughtry's version of Lady Gaga's hit song.



-Mr. Rockmoney

P.S.: Thanks for the b-day wishes to those that hollered

good summer ahead

after i go big island this week, i should have a new job by the time i start up class again the day after my b-day. Lots of stuff going on too. I am planning a great american b-day bash. Here are the following days, times & places:

July 3: First Friday (SOHO, Bar 35, etc.)
July 4: BBQ/ Party @ either Waikiki or Sandbar, followed by fireworks n Level 4)
July 5: Family Dinner/ Reunion (my actual b-day)

Also some big events going down too later this year:

August 12: No Doubt @ Blaisdell
August 15: Black Eyed Peas @ Bayfest Kaneohe Bay
September 4: UH Kickoff
September 5: Silversun Pickups @ Pipeline Cafe
September 15-25: Going to California & Vegas
(hope to include Blink 182 show & UH game)

I know its early but it doesn't hurt to plan, eh?

-D-Rock

Taking it hard

Been a tough week. Started strong got worse. First friday as usual was a success. Got to go to new places. Meet more interesting people. Saw the hangover hungover. Then chilled with a few homies. I got a test done and props to Bhasie for helping me out on a class project. Now i'm on a 3 week break (or until i get my new job, whatever comes 1st). But it was tough since a family member got sick and I need to find ways to get by with little. Also trying not to go out too much unless its really that important (homiez events, cheap food, drink, guarenteed ride homes, safe, etc.). I'm def. going beach tomorrow. Resume the quest monday. I need to get it before i turn 23. Otherwise, i'm screwed. Gotta rest up too.

-D

-P.S.: Props to the Pens n Lakers gonna go 5.

Tourism in Cleveland

Some dude decided to make some dumbass video about cleveland. This was made shortly after i visited Cleveland myself. Though some things are true (im not saying) most isn't. Shame on the guy who made it. But it is funny. Both Videos posted.






Mr. Rock-Money