Post #608651 by Hearn on Sat, Oct 1, 2011 1:09 PM

Hey Tc'rs

I haven't posted too much here, but have enjoyed this great site and everything to do with Tiki Culture for around 10 years. As an East Coaster, I haven't had the chance to participate in some of the great events in California, but I was lucky enough to go to the Hulikau last year and took away some great memories.

Anyways...recently out of left field I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and I have been struggling with how it has effected my lifestyle. Going into my Tiki Room used to be an escape from the everyday grind, but now when I go in there I am just reminded of the zombies and mai tais that I can no longer drink. Instead of checking Tiki Central everyday like I used to, I find myself avoiding it altogether.

Its not like I used to get drunk on tiki drinks daily (my fav parts of Tiki are the mugs and art actually), but completely removing that part of the culture cold turkey has been difficult.

I don't mean to be a bummer, but was just hoping there would be some fellow TC'rs out there with advice?

Mahalo,
Hearn