Sunset on the Beach

Working in Paradise

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May 18th 2007
It is just after 8pm Hawaii time on a sleepy Friday night. I am typing this from my front desk computer at the Waikiki Beachside Hostel. I started working nights here on Tuesday, switching from the previous week working very busy days. Most of the kids that stay here are out clubbing now, so there is not much activity. A few late check in's and a few people wanting to use the internet cafe. My co ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more