Daily Archives: November 23, 2018

A Journey Cut Short


A journey cut short.

Long hugs before the sun sets.

This time forever.

– Jon Riki Karamatsu, Haiku Poem #199, 11/22/2018 –

I dedicate this haiku poem to all my family and friends who passed away. Some left way too early for their age. Thinking of my latest friend to go, Richard Minatoya who past away on Sunday November 24, 2018 at the age of 51. He was an attorney and former politician.

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Spend Time With Your Loved Ones


Personally, I believe in spending fun time with our loved ones. When I was a politician, my calendar was extremely packed with events. As a result, I missed out on some gatherings with my family. Now, I put way more effort to spend time with those who will always be there for me in good times and bad. In our career, people are often around us because they want something for their cause, career, business, or personal lives, which is natural. I’m just saying when you’re down in the gutter, sad, financially broke, sick, or dying, who will be there to comfort you, even help to pick you up? Those few people will be your loved ones. Go and enjoy things with them!

Here, my 3-year-old niece is petting a goat at the San Diego Zoo on October 17, 2018. Cute stuff!

Inbetween your hustle for your dreams, have fun with your loved ones my friends!

With Warmest Aloha,
Jon

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My niece petting a goat at San Diego Zoo.

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This is the Last Love Story


A smile and a kiss.

This is the last love story.

Reminisce in bliss.

– Jon Riki Karamatsu, Haiku Poem #198, 11/16/2018 –

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