My Son Learns to Ride a Bike

After feeling like a "bad mom" because my nine year old son still couldn't ride a bicycle; I decided this summer would be the summer of success sans training wheels. After doing some research online, I found this inspiring YouTube video by intlbike with a new technique on teaching kids to ride a bike.
The video shows an Asian woman (who looks like my Aunt) learning to ride a bicycle for the first time. If my Auntie can do it . . . so can my son! This new technique teaches kids to ride on a sloped grass lawn. The grass eliminates cement scrapes and helps kids focus primarily on balance. What's amazing is how fast this technique works.
This afternoon I took my son to the park for a bike lesson. I used the teaching technique in this video. I was shocked my son was able to balance and glide on his own in 10 minutes. He had a few minor spills, but never gave up. After 20 minutes - Bingo! He was riding the bike by himself. Where was this technique when I was a kid?!?!
If you are trying to teach your kid to ride, give it a try. It worked for my uncoordinated son. Good luck and happy cycling!

Don Quijote the Wackiest Market in Hawaii

If you are visiting Honolulu, Don Quijote market is a great place to buy cheap souvenirs and gifts to bring home. When I think of Don Quijote I think "Japanese Walmart." There is a pharmacy, produce, deli and electronics department. Don Quijote has a big selection of Hawaiian souvenirs, clothing, accessories, candy, coffee and macadamia nuts. The store is big, crowded, cheap and open 24 hours.

Don Quijote
801 Kaheka Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
(808) 973-4800

Interior of Don Quijote store
Big selection of Japanese sake
Cheap souvenirs
Aisles of fireworks for July 4th
More fireworks
Hawaiians love their Spam in all varieties