On Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at about 2:00 P.M., I continued my Assault in the Third Degree trial for a second day where three young men assaulted another young man for about 15 to 20 minutes. I got a conviction for one of the co-defendants in January 2013 when he last-minute pled “no contest.” I’m just amazed how physically violent humans are.
After work I exercised with Tricia Nakamatsu at the Honolulu Club where I did strength training for my abs, chest, and triceps. I also ran 4.12 miles on the treadmill.
In the evening, I went to Waikele McDonald’s to try the Fish McBites. I observed a Haole man probably in his 60s swearing the “F” word because he was waiting for his apple pie. Later another man who was Filipino and probably in his 60s or 70s got upset for waiting for his chocolate sundae. I felt so bad for the young man trying his best at the cashier. Humans get upset for such minor things and it’s unfortunate that some don’t mature with age. These guys are in their 60s and 70s and are such terrible examples for our younger generations.
I wonder about the human race. I try to understand why people are so easily filled with anger and hatred, and lash out at other humans through verbal or physical violence. I’m so disappointed.
It’s lonely nights like this that I wish I could spend time with my late grandpa Tadao Sakai who was the kindest person I have ever known. He passed away in 1999 at the age of 85. Whenever I was with him, I felt at peace. My grandpa didn’t have to say anything – just being with him was comforting. If only I could have one more moment with him. I miss my grandpa so much.
JON RIKI KARAMATSU 