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All Hail King Bosco - Personality Goes a Long Way, 2013-2025

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 A Tribute To a Fallen Soundboy Soldier Bosco the Great      In 2013, I moved into a large duplex in the Echo Hills area of Charlotte. I was single at the time and still really into trail biking. I used to take my bike to the park a couple of times a week for almost a year, until one day I realized that I wasn't a "bike person", I just enjoyed maintaining a bicycle and getting fresh air + exercise. It occurred to me that I could get fresh air and exercise without transporting and storing a large bike if I had a dog to walk around. Normally, I try to adopt adult dogs or "rescues", but I couldn't find one who matched my personality and character; which is important to me, because I see animals in a different light than most people. So when I heard that an unauthorized i.e. "illegal" dog breeder was getting shut down by the county, I got in touch with them because I thought they may have some puppies who needed to be re-homed, and I was not about to p...

The Benefits of a Starch & Legume Based Diet

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  The Benefits of a Starch & Legume Based Diet by Skip Pulley If you want to annoy anyone on the Whole30, Paleo, or ketogenic diets, all you really have to do is dangle a French fry right in front of them, because these are dieters who are not accepting of starchy foods. Fried potatoes, rice, and grains are public enemies number one, two, and three in many of the healthy eating plans that have cropped up in recent years. One doctor, however, has been advising people to take a completely different route - and he hasn’t wavered.  John McDougall, MD, started recommending a (wait for it) starch-based diet 40 years ago after observing how Asian immigrants’ health drastically started to decline when they traded their rice-heavy diets for more Americanized foods (read: a lot more meat and vegetable oils). He started digging deeper and formed his hypothesis: Cultures where starch was the main player at every meal had better health.  When he started treating his patients with ...

Budget-Friendly Vacation Destinations in Warm Climates

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Budget-Friendly Vacation Destinations in Warm-Weather Climates  along with suggestions for travel, accommodations,  meals, and activities by Skip Pulley North & Central America and the Caribbean  Cancun, Mexico Travel: Budget airlines often offer affordable flights to Cancun. Look for deals or consider flying mid-week for lower prices. Flights to Cancún are often affordable from many U.S. cities, especially if booked in advance.  Accommodations: There are numerous budget-friendly all-inclusive resorts that bundle accommodations, meals, and sometimes activities. Look for all-inclusive resorts that offer competitive package deals. There are also a wide range of budget-friendly hotels and hostels All-inclusive resorts typically cover meals, drinks, and some activities. Explore local Mayan ruins or enjoy the beach - these can be done on the cheap. If not staying at an all-inclusive, consider local eateries for affordable and delicious Mexican cuisine. Enjoy free or l...

Sigma Male Saturdays - Essential Gear - Part 1

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Sigma Male Saturdays - Essential Gear, Part 1 by Skip Pulley Certain items highlight a Sigma Male's preference for practicality, durability, and a style that strays from the mainstream, reflecting his unique personality and primarily minimalist approach to life. Here is part one in a series of suggestions for men's apparel, accessories and consumer items (some of which may be considered passé or obsolete), but will resonate with minimalists and individuality-focused Sigma Males. (*click on the product images to purchase them at a discount) - *if your selected item is sold out, email me directly and I will find you an alternate - 1. The Analog Watch:  In an era dominated by smartwatches, a simple, durable analog watch stands out as a symbol of timelessness and practicality. Sigma Males appreciate its straightforward functionality and the understated elegance it brings to their wrist - free from distractions and notifications.  SEIKO Quartz 38MM Black Dial SS Men's Watch  R...

Top 11 Food, Beverage and Beauty Products to Avoid

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  Top 11   common foods and personal care products  you should avoid at all costs. By Skip Pulley – Founder, Kahuna Life Fluoride Despite the information that your loving, caring government officials tell you, Fluoride is most definitely a Neurotoxin. 59 human studies that have looked at fluoride exposure and effects on brain function. 53 of these show fluoride’s damaging effect: lowered IQ, behavioral deficits, nervous disorders, and memory disruption. There are also hundreds of animal studies showing fluoride’s adverse effects on the brain. Fluoride is a toxic industrial waste product, which may also be contaminated with lead, arsenic, radionucleotides, aluminum and other industrial contaminants. Flouride was originally developed during WWII for prisoners of war and concentration camp inmates in order to make them more docile and less likely to revolt. It has the same effect today, taken voluntarily by millions. The daily dose of fluoride recommended by the American Den...

Six Minute Meditation - Mindfulness

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This Meditation is an introduction to Mindfulness.  We will explore the benefits of Mindfulness Meditation and its seven key factors.  The 6 Minute guided Meditation Series is led by Skip Pulley, the wildcat kahuna  in association with Kahuna Life™ Life Balance and Direction.  For more information please visit https://skippulley.com   #sixminutemeditation #skippulley #kahunalife #mykahunalife 

Six Minute Meditation - Chronic Pain

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  This Meditation is focused how to be productive in managing chronic pain.  The key is "detached awareness".  The 6 Minute Meditation Series is guided, focused meditation led by Skip Pulley, the wildcat kahuna Subscribe to Kahuna Life and visit https://mykahunalife.com   For more information please visit https://skippulley.com   #sixminutemeditation #skippulley #kahunalife #mykahunalife 

Six Minute Meditation - Spirituality

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  This Meditation is focused on Spirituality and Freedom of the Soul The key is self awareness. The 6 Minute Meditation Series is guided, focused meditation led by Skip Pulley, the wildcat kahuna Subscribe to Kahuna Life and visit  https://mykahunalife.com   For more information please visit  https://skippulley.com   #sixminutemeditation #skippulley #kahunalife #mykahunalife 

Quick, Easy Power Meal #3 - Spicy Tuna Salad Tostada

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**If it comes out too salty, add more lite mayo or aioli to mellow it out. *The first time you try the recipe, I recommend that instead of teaspoon measurements, use splashes and dashes and taste as you go. A really quick, low carb, high protein and fiber small meal or large snack.

Charlotte Biketoberfest Highlights

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  Highlights from Charlotte Biketoberfest Biketoberfest 2022 - Sunday, October 30 2022 This annual fundraising event for Sustain Charlotte  sends participants on a scavenger hunt on two wheels equipped with a passport  to support local businesses, visit new destinations, see the infrastructure available to support safer riding, and collect stamps in their passports along the way.  The after-party was held at Triple C Brewing, where participants exchanged those stamps  for raffle tickets to win prizes.