“I just got robbed by a sweet old lady on a motorized cart.” — Lloyd Christmas, Dumb and Dumber
We’ve all seen the classic movie and laughed at poor Lloyd when an innocent-looking, elderly lady scammed him. Well, poor me. I felt the pain of Lloyd when I fell into the sick trap of an 80-year-old Mr. Miagi. He proved himself to not be as trusting as he appeared, and now I’m broke and car-less.
Although he owned a sketchy motel, I figured as long as the car got me from point A to point B, everything would be just fine. Now, I’m stuck with a car that won’t exceed 20 mph and whose engine is completely shot.
Occurrences like this seem to happen more and more frequently in Hilo, but I try to be optimistic and use it as a learning experience. I say, “Bring it on, Hawaii! I’m not going to let you get me down!”
Even if that means exploring caves with giant signs saying, “No walkway, no lights, and sharp, loose rocks.” Even if that means snorkeling in the coral reefs with barracudas and hammerhead sharks. Even if that means risking my life by jumping off of gigantic cliffs. I’ve done it all, and I’m still standing. What else you got, Hawaii?
My friend read an article in Cosmo about being a fun fearless female, and that seems to be my new motto in life. I’m only going to be here for a couple of months, so why let my time spent here be boring?
I remember regretting never talking to that person who always somewhat intrigued me, and wondering what could have been. It’s wonderful being able to reflect on my time spent here knowing that I didn’t hold back.
I’ve come across all different kinds of people, but my favorites are those in the compulsive liar category. That is true entertainment in itself. My day isn’t complete if I don’t hear about living in igloos for months or being BFF with Ben Harper.
Do I have “gullible” written in an aura above my noggin? Mr. Miagi and the compulsive liars sure think so.
I LOVE HAWAII. This place has tousled me around a little bit, but I have grown in a big way. I would not replace what has happened here for anything. I love the weather, the people, the food not so much, but it’s an all-around incredible place to live.
The journey of life carries you in unpredictable ways, and while I’m here I’m ready to face whatever comes my way. Even if that means getting ripped off by an old man. Hey, that’s life, and you learn to love it.