Beach Walks with Rox

Beach Walk 766 – Hawaiian Islands Land Trust

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 07:17:44 +0000

Since moving to Maui, I have become involved with the Hawaiian Islands Land Trust. Their annual fundraiser is this weekend and we are intend to raise $5000 via online connections so that we qualify for a matching donation of another $5000! Watch the video then keep reading!

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HILT has secured a matching donor. If we can raise $5000 in online donations by January 28th, the donor will match us with another $5000. I think we can, but alas, it is going to be up to all of us to get this done. Please donate here now.

This is your chance to double your gift and help preserve those precious Hawaii scenic lands and beaches. Please watch the video - there is even a clip of Lexi Dogg at the end, chasing her ball in our back yard. Mahalo nui BeachWalks fans - I am counting on you to share your love of Hawaii with the Hawaiian Islands Land Trust - and make a donation by 5 pm HST Saturday, January 28th! And follow me on Twitter Saturday as I will be at the event - a special luau at Old Lahaina Luau in Lahaina! Please support the Hawaiian Islands Land Trust - do it for Lexi!

Please follow me on Twitter and Facebook Saturday as I will be sharing the amazing luay festivities with you! @roxannedarling and facebook.com/beachwalks.

Friend them on Flicker to see more beautiful photos of reserved lands throughout Hawaii.

Hawaiian Word:
Kuleana - responsibility

Beach Walks #765 – Folding In and Out

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 10:01:23 +0000

Watch the waves on South Maui as they fold in and out - a metaphor to stay in the flow in 2012 even if life starts coming at us sideways. These waves are doing just that and it so gorgeous! Watch the video, then keep reading...

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Filmed on the iPhone, edited on the iPad - brought to you by "The Better Something Than Nothing Department!" Wishing you a wonderful new year and another chance to live the life you dream of living, right here right now.

Hawaiian word:
Pelu: to fold, turn over and under, to bend

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Beach Walk #764 – A Week of Possibility

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 05:19:27 +0000

Enjoy your own deserted beach on Maui! Leave your cares and footprints in the sand, they'll disappear.

I just love how many cool tools are available now as compared to when we started Beachwalks way back in 2006! While we are working on a new web site design, I intend to share some short mobile videos that I can make on the fly. Let's get back to the waves and the serenity folks! Coming to you now from the magic of Maui! And this one is in HD!

#HowCoolIsThat

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Hawaiian Word:
Hele hoʻokahi: To go alone

Beach Walk 763R – Memorial Day in the Pacific

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Sat, 28 May 2011 16:08:04 +0000

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We originally filmed this episode for Memorial Day in 2006. But it clearly stands out as a timeless message, and represents the true essence of Beach Walks - even though it was not filmed on a beach! It was completely unscripted, no shot list, we just showed up and worked as fast as we could before the sun set. Sometimes, you know the universe is on your side. Today's show was filmed at the Hawaii Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. 50,000 leis were donated, and over 100 young Boy Scouts placed a lei and a flag on each gravestone. I was quite stirred to be in the presence of death while smelling the sweet scent of plumeria lei. Though most of those buried here are from modern wars, this "punchbowl" of an ancient volcano was the site of Hawaiian aliʻi burials and human sacrifice of those who violated the kapu or taboos.

Hawaiian words:
Puowaina: hill of sacrifice
Kaua: war
Kapu: taboo
Maluhia: peace

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Beach Walk 762 – Whale Instead of Sail on Maui

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Wed, 12 May 2010 07:56:23 +0000

Come swimming with us on Maui and listen to the sounds of whales underwater.

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We were visiting Maui as guests of the Maui Visitors Bureau and were booked for a sailing canoe venture. This was going to be the highlight of my week as you all know how much I love the Hawaiian canoe! But, the wind was in town and the trip was canceled, much to my disappointment.

Maui is not called the "Magic Isle" for nothing though! Since we were already at the beach, we went in for a swim. The water is clear and beautiful so naturally I was underwater straight away. And then I heard something really familiar, but familiar only from my iPod not from "real life."

Sure enough, it was the whales singing to me, "Don't be disappointed Rox! We're out here in the deep water reminding you all is well! Swim in this warm beautiful sea and you'll find fun and pleasure all around you." I cannot tell you how excited I was! In all my years of being underwater and seeing whales from boats, I have never once heard them singing while underwater. It was such a good reminder for all of us on vacation: don't get too attached to any one thing! As Vene said, "there are treasures and mysteries awaiting us" - if we let it all flow.

Links:
Maui Sailing Canoe Adventures
Ulalena

Please go explore the VisitMauiBlog for more stories, photos, and videos of our week on Maui. It is the perfect way to spend a little time on Maui and to plan your next vacation or business retreat. Mahalo nui to the Maui Visitors Bureau for inviting us to be their guests.

Hawaiian word:
Hoʻokalakupua: magic

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Beach Walk 761 – Kani Ka Pila at Ulupalakua Ranch

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 17:09:07 +0000

We're on Maui! Meet musician George Kahumoku at the Ulupalakua Ranch.

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I was hired by the Maui Visitors Bureau to assemble a team of new media bloggers and podcasters to participate in a week-long press trip to Maui. You are the lucky beneficiaries! In this second episode, filmed on-site at the Ulupalakua Ranch, I introduce you to George Kahumoku, a slack key guitarist and multi-talented person - like so many Hawaiians! You must watch this to learn about his many talents. I love the title of today's episode as it has the rhythm of the Hawaiian language in these long yet simple words. Just say each one slowly as it is written; or do as my friend Shel Israel suggests, and say it 10 times fast!

Hawaiian word:
Kani ka pila: play music (an afternoon tradition in Hawaii)
Ulu: to grow, spread, protect
Palakua: to ripen to perfection

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Beach Walk 760 – Hula Lesson with Lopaka

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 07:33:57 +0000

We're on Maui for the Celebration of the Arts at the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua. Come take a hula lesson with us from Kumu Hula Lopaka Bukoski.

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I was hired by the Maui Visitors Bureau to assemble a team of new media bloggers and podcasters to participate in a week-long press trip to Maui. You are the lucky beneficiaries! In this first episode, filmed on-site at the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua, you get to meet my kumu hula, or hula teacher, Lopaka Bukoski. I think you will be mesmerized by his knowledge, his lyrical use of Hawaiian chanting and language, and of course by the dancing! In Hawaiʻi, many of the kumu are men, and just like in this class, both men and women are hula practitioners. By the way, you can see the staff of the Ritz-Carlton performing in the lobby especially for this weekend of Hawaiian culture at the end of this episode.

Learn more about the Celebration of the Arts here, and please go explore the VisitMauiBlog for more stories, photos, and videos of our week on Maui. It is the perfect way to spend a little time on Maui and to plan your next vacation or business retreat. Mahalo nui to the Maui Visitors Bureau for inviting us to be their guests.

Hawaiian word:
Hula: dance

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Beach Walk 759 – Flowing the Texas Rapids

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 19:58:03 +0000

I am in Austin, Texas for a program with Lola Jones and we went to Barton Creek for a lunch break. It was a perfect opportunity to remember the rocks in the river are part of the fun! I am sure you'll get the metaphor.

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Many of you viewers know I took a 5-day silent retreat with Lola Jones last year and that in addition to all the technology and social media training and consulting I do, I also give Divine Openings. I was here in Austin to gain some more experience and knew that you Beach Walks viewers would appreciate some flow analogies, some water footage, and of course a few pups! (We were joined by Honey and Sophie on the hike.)

Please visit my page on Lola's web site to learn more about how you can stay happier in the flow of your dynamic life. There is lots of free stuff there, including audios and videos.

Hawaiian word:
Pōhaku: stone

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Beach Walk 758 – In Honor of Bode’s Gold

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:38:29 +0000

I created this episode in July 2006, talking about the wonder that is Bode Miller and how he goes for the spirit of skiing perhaps more than the medals. Today he won a gold medal, and I think it's worth re-visiting. You'll likely be able to see the changes we have made at Beach Walks over the past four years! Here is the original episode Beach Walk 146.

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My hero du jour is Bode Miller, the so-called "bad boy" of downhill skiiing. I really dislike those kinds of labels, especially in cases like this where I believe he is a true ground-breaker. He offers up a very different way to live a life, one that is not invested in the results of what you do. He is one of the most competent skiers on the planet yet he is not invested in winning. He could ski in private, and choose not to be in competition, but part of the deep pleasure he has is giving the spectators an inspirational experience — and more often than not that distinctly includes not winning the race.

What if competition were not just about winning, which means only one person or team gets to be happy with the result? What if it were also about seeing how you perform under pressure? What if were also about being able to go places and do things that are not otherwise available? What if it were about the process and not the result? When it is, there is no way to lose.

Try this on today: Don't get invested in the results of what you do. At it's core, it is a radical thought.

You can read more and watch the CBS video here.

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Beach Walk 757 – Waves Washing Over Us

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 02:57:01 +0000

This walk on the beach in Maui is a type of shadow play and a rare glimpse of seeing Secret Cameraman at work!

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This is a little venture into avante garde film-making, as the camera perspective and what you see on screen is a bit unusual. No talking, just walking and some gorgeous waves here to wash away whatever shadows may be dogging any of us. On a side note, I had the most fun interview ever with Dave Moyer and Kym Huynh of Wordcast Conversations and they got me all energized to post a new episode! I'll post the link to it when it goes live.

Please visit Kenneth Makuakane's web site to learn more about his new CD, The Dash. I think his music works perfectly in this episode and he is so generous to share it with us.

Hawaiian word:
hoʻoaka: to cast a shadow

From Service Dog to Surfice Dog – thanks Celeste!

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 05:40:14 +0000

As I am here stretching and reaching to get out of my cocoon and transform into a truer version of me, a Beach Walks viewer sends me this link from YouTube about an amazing dog. I am totally inspired and hope you will be too. Thanks so much Celeste! You can meet Celeste in this episode of BeachWalks.tv.

Love, Rox

Update: They have disabled embedding on this video. Please visit this link to watch it on YouTube.

From the original post:
"Surf dog Ricochet's inspirational video highlighting her journey from service dog training, to turning disappointment into a joyful new direction, to surfing with quadriplegic surfer, Patrick Ivison, to fundraising for charitable causes. She is currently leading a fundraiser for a six year old boy named Ian who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a horrific car accident that claimed the lives of his parents. If you'd like to help Ricochet help Ian, please go to http://www.ripcurlricki.com. To follow her on Facebook... search for "Surf Dog Ricochet". Thank you for watching, and donating to her charitable cause."

Beach Walk 756 – The Energy of Language

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 20:25:20 +0000

Does this story feel good? It pays to pay attention to the words coming out of your mouth.

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We use words all day everyday yet rarely stop to feel the energy they pack. I think it is the energy that causes confusion, less than the definition sometimes. We assume others think words feel the same way but they often don't! We assume that a "story is just a story" but it's not! It is also the energy from that story. I aim for feel-good energy, so that determines what stories I choose to tell or not these days. What about you? Does re-telling that story, no matter how righteous, make you feel bettor or worse? If you connect with the energy, it may influence where your mouth and mind go today.

Here's an old episode on "Making up stories"

Hawaiian word:
Moʻolelo: story

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Beach Walk 755 – Clothing & Anxiety Optional

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:06:33 +0000

Big Beach, Little Beach: clothing optional on one, anxiety optional on both! We are on a business retreat on Maui, staying at the Hotel Wailea, soaking up the Maui lifestyle.

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We as creatures of God, a part of the Divine, have been incarnating for millions of years, yet somehow the discomfort for being a physical being seems to be dragged along with each generation. The refusal to dance for fear of looking or feeling silly. The great lengths we go to for fashion and food. When itʻs Halloween fun, great! When it drags us down or keeps us home, not so much. Here at Big Beach on Maui, with the clothing optional Little Beach just over the hill, join us for some beautiful scenery and breaking waves. Come roll in the pleasure that can be found inside your skin, once we get the mind out of the way.

Hawaiian word:
Kohana: naked, bare, alone

Beach Walk 754 – Big Beach, Little Beach

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 05:01:54 +0000

Big Beach, Little Beach; big ideas, small details. We are on a business retreat on Maui, staying at the Hotel Wailea, and filming at Big Beach/Little Beach.

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At home we have a small place with low ceilings, and no view. At the Hotel Wailea, we have a large room, high ceilings, and an incredible view! The shift in our thinking as a result in the shift in our environment is providing a contrast that was long overdue for us. It reminds me of the value of alternating between big view and little view.

Hawaiian word:
ʻIkena: view, scenery, knowledge

Beach Walk 753 – Raw or Rendered

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:04:12 +0000

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Programming code is just like cooking - sometimes you can guess the right mix and make a copy of something, but other times you need to know the original ingredients. Knowing when and how to tell the difference? Usually you only learn that on the back side, after you give it a try. I am not a big fan of the "fake it til you make it" school. I prefer authenticity and simple truths. Having said that, I also believe we are each free to try anything we want. If you are selling yourself as something you are not though, seller and buyer be aware.

Hawaiian word:
Maka: raw, fresh

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Beach Walk 752 – Random Lexi Dogg

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:22:26 +0000

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I am out of town and left my intended footage back on my main hard drive so I found this remnant from last winter! It's got a mood to it I think, and it's dedicated to dog lovers and long shadows everywhere. The sound is minimal - just the sweet romancing rhythms of gentle late afternoon waves. Co-mingled with Lexi's steady breathing, and a reminder from my friend Lola Jones to "breathe for pleasure." I hope we at Beach Walks can cast a shadow of grace on you today. Mahalo for your patience in our absence.

Hawaiian word:
ho#699;oaka: to cast a shadow

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Beach Walk 751 – Yoshiko Moving to Hawaii

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 08:28:14 +0000

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We meet the loveliest people through Beach Walks. A while ago I met Yoshiko Hino, a viewer from Japan who connected with me on Twitter. Like myself, she has visited Hawaii many times and fell in love with the place! She is now making plans to move here. She is a very talented jewelry designer - you can see the Hawaii influence in her work. You can find her on Twitter @yoshikocat. She also does sales, which is easy to understand as she has a way of connecting with people.

Hawaiian word:
Neʻe aku: to move away

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Beach Walk 750 – USS Nimitz Steel Beach #7

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:41:54 +0000

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Rox is back on the beach this week with a little "beachwalks philosophy" debriefing and looking back at the overnight embark on the USS Nimitz. Shane has dropped in a few more clips that we also wanted to share with you. Over the past few decades, it appears the military has learned some things the rest of us are still catching up on. If you provide good training and you have reliable procedures and consequences, then just about anything is doable. The main point stressed to us was that the military exists primarily to prevent war, not win war. The appropriate show of force and the claiming of one's authentic power, can deter the large majority of problems. In recent history, it seems to me more a problem with our civilian leaders than our military leaders in terms of making reasonable decisions. Without rehashing the tired arguments of the past (remember I was a student at Berkeley in the 70's and an antiwar protester and still prefer peace over war), what have you learned from the Nimitz series?

Want to start at the beginning of the Nimitz Series? Click here for Episode 1.
Be sure and check out Melissa Chang's series in the Honolulu Advertiser.
Check out our photos on Flickr.
Watch an actual takeoff here at Bytemarks' blog.
Watch an interview with Admiral John Miller, filmed by Nathan Kam.
See other DV embark reports from Guy Kawasaki, Robert Scoble, Ryan Ozawa, Charline Li, and more links from each of those pages too.

Hawaiian word:
Kāohi: prevent

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Beach Walk 749 – USS Nimitz Steel Beach #6

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 15:38:21 +0000

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Lots of shout outs from the crew of the USS Nimitz (CVN 68) and a chance to find out if the advertising slogan, "Join the Navy and see the world" is more fact or fiction. Meet sailors Dave Bennett, Captain Mike Manazir, Christopher Currelley, Hannah Mason, Alexus Espinoza, Christopher Burchfield, Jeremy Newton, Ramon Sturdivant, Scott Martinez, Patrick Dauphinais, Kayla Johnsen, Sonya Stephens, and Ben Kohlmann.

Hawaiian word:
Ao: world

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Beach Walks 748 – USS Nimitz Steel Beach #5

beachwalks@gmail.com (Roxanne Darling) (Roxanne Darling) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:59:45 +0000

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Petty Officer Kayla Johnson gives us a tour of the enlisted berthing quarters and talks about the more personal side of being on board an aircraft carrier for six months. Find out about relationships and BBQ's, and take the best seat on the boat with us. It's a sunrise like no other.

Be sure and check out Melissa Chang's series in the Honolulu Advertiser.
Check out our photos on Flickr.
Watch an actual takeoff here at Bytemarks' blog.
Watch an interview with Admiral John Miller, filmed by Nathan Kam.

Hawaiian word:
Pukana lā: sunrise

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