GOOD MORNING ALL...

 

Another beautiful day in Hawaii....another beautiful rainbow...

SO, WHAT DID YOU DO TODAY?

My first taste of coconut water and it was delicious...Thanks Matt and Kobo for the treat!

It's Your Birthday

Hau di La Hanau...thinking of you today and everyday, wise and wonderful and greatly missed 'Io

 

 

 

                                                             Aloha Au Ia 'Oe  

 

"As long as you are living, I will experience life through you...so, now go...live those experiences fully and with joy..."

 

                                                LOVE TRUMPS ALL TRAUMA...

 

A Sound in the Jungle...

 

Sitting out in the night, alone I might add, enjoying the beautiful night sky, I hear a sound coming from the jungle, and out walks...

 

There are many wild pigs (I call them boars) that are pretty good size.  This is a female pregnant with what looks like an army of piglets...they are not dangerous unless provoked, who would be such a fool?!!  Since this pic, mom has given birth, no one knows for sure how many babies she had but we have seen a few of her little ones.  Seems they like to hang out in the camping area.  Scraps from all meals are saved to feed these guys.

TOUGH DAY...

 

After a tough day of shopping and sight seeing we felt we needed some refreshment:

IT'S MARGARITA TIME!!!

 

Sitting next to me is my roommate Joanna from Philly, behind her are Telka and Susie from Hungary and Kelly from Canada.  John from the UK, Frederick from Denmark, Chris (don't know) and standing is John, staff member who was kind enough to drive us around all day.  Missing is Louise, who is about my age.  She thinks I should go with her to look at property here.  She plans to make this area her home!  It was a fun day and a good bunch to travel with.  Like the toothy smile?  Well, photographer did tell us to say "cheese", but seems I was the only one listening!  Ok maybe the Margarita had a little something to do with it...just sayin'

RAINBOW FALLS...

 

I am very honored and excited to have two new viewers of "musings" from right here at Kalani...Welcome Cat and Dana...both in management...and two really great people, I am very happy we have become friends, hope you will stop by often!

 

Skies were overcast when we visited Rainbow Falls, thought about photoshopping one in but decided that I wouldn't be fooling anyone!  Maybe next trip...

Here's one for you Terri....

 YELLOW-BILLED CARDINAL....found only in Hawaii...first recorded in 1973...

Mama feeding her baby...bigger than mom, he should be feeding her...pics taken at Hilo Bay

COMPETING FOR FIRST PLACE...

 

It is impossible to call any flower I have seen so far as my favorite one but this Blue Jade Vine is spectacular, I picked some old blooms off the ground.  Bringing them home to see if I can grow my own~ 

 

 

Kalani was honored by a premier showing of this documentary, it is captivating.  You can read more about it on their website or facebook.  It is a story that will appeal to all but especially to my backpacking friends.  We were absolutely spellbound.  Don't miss it!!!  And if you like it, be sure and "Like" it on FB...it helps them to raise money and gets them more showings.

 

Walking the Camino embarks on a journey with six strangers from around the world as they attempt to cross an entire country on foot - with only a backpack, a pair of boots and an open mind. Driven by an inexplicable calling and a grand sense of adventure, each pilgrim throws themselves heart-and-soul into their physical trek to Santiago and, most importantly, their personal journey to themselves.

Support from several organizations and numerous donors has allowed us to near completion of this film. We are continuing to raise funds for the finishing and distribution costs of documentary. We can't do it alone, nor should we - this is the Camino's film. By supporting The Camino Documentary, it becomes yours, too.
 

WONDERFUL HAWAIIAN SHOPPING...

The more things change....this was great fun and found some really cool Hawaiian dresses...

OMG, OMG!!!!

I SAW THE WHALES TODAY...I SAW THE WHALES...A MOMA AND TWO BABIES!!!!!!

Know the saying "life isn't about the number of breaths you take but the number of times your breath is taken away.  The miracle I saw today literally took my breath away.  I was at The Point for a few quiet moments, looked up and saw their spray, then they breached the water and showed off their magnificent tails.  My heart was pounding, I had goosebumps and it felt as if a gentle electrical charge was running thru my body.  I felt life again.  What a marvelous day.  I was so excited, I told everyone I saw and still havn't stopped smiling.  I was given one of the most wonderful blessings today anyone could ever hope for.  I didn't get any pics, I was too excited and afraid I might just go tumbling off the cliff.  Next time there will be pics.

 

For today, hope you enjoy some shots of Kalani's spot of serentity...The Point...

 

 

CHOCOLATE FONDU!!!

Attended a book signing with Stewart Blackburn, author of The Skills of Pleasure.  Also in pic is my friend Hana from Canada.  We were entertained by harp music and lots and lots of chocolate.

LIFE IN THE JUNGLE...

I will be working tomorrow and off on an adventure Saturday...

'NUFF SAID?

KALAPANO COCONUT BEACH....

PARADISE FOUND!!

  Arrived last night around 10pm(3am Tn time).  Welcomed at the airport by Marianna.  Walked to the beach today and saw black sand for the first time.  Two friends, Macgregor and Hana went snorkeling.  The day has been gorgeous with a mild wind blowing.  I share a cabana with Joanna from Philadelphia, 18 yrs. old and she arrived here from Ireland where she was a volunteer at an Organic Farm for four months.  Sweet gal with a lot on the ball.  Still getting my "island legs" and dealing with some jet lag but all is well.  Looking forward to the bonfire and party tonight.  There was a whale sighting today but seems she was gone by the time we got there.  There is no ocean that I have ever seen as beautiful as I saw today.