Rufus Poets Corner Market — Local services in Hawaii

3 stars. Cute market, talented artist but my personal experience left me uncomfortable.

Rufus’s work is beautiful and deeply expressive, and I can see why many people enjoy visiting his market / studio. As a writer myself, I appreciated the poetic nature of his art and the space he’s created at the market.

However, I had an interaction that left me feeling uneasy. I’m sharing this not to cancel, but simply to offer another perspective. If you are a woman—particularly one who is younger or conventionally attractive—just be mindful that his compliments can cross a line. In my experience, it started to feel less like admiration and more like an attempt to sexualize or project onto me as a “muse,” which was not something I consented to or was comfortable with.

It’s a reminder that self-mastery and enlightenment are not static achievements but daily practices. Even kind, creative, spiritual men are still human—and sometimes act from unchecked parts of themselves.

I hope Rufus continues to do the inner work and grow, because his art and presence clearly touches many people. But I also hope women feel empowered to trust their instincts and know they are not alone if something...

This store is awesome place to stop when visiting the Big Island. The best experience of a taste of Hawaii in many different items. The fresh coconuts and pineapples, to the beautiful flowers and paintings, but that's not all so you owe it to yourself to go and find out what's else this shop has to offer. Did I mention Rufus will be there to meet and greet you with his great Southern hospitality. Yes, I said Southern hospitality, he knows how to make you feel welcome. So go by and check it out I promise you will...

Staying at a VRBO four miles up the road with my family, we regularly passed this funky roadside market saying, "we ought to stop and get some legit local fish for dinner one of these days." Finally the fates had it that no tempers or groceries were melting and we rolled in for the freshest ono available. That it came wrapped in an impromptu poetry reading and a glimpse of a divine canvas in process was a revelation. If you are anywhere near by, do...