Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Maui Rain

Man, did it ever rain here the last day!  Maui rain is exceptional though... flashing downpours often refreshing.  It seems as though this past one helped usher in the comfortable Maui winter.  Hawaii weather is typically predictable, especially here.  Eighty degrees and sunny.  But we love to see our grass green up.  Not to mention that Hawaii winter equals North Shore swell!  And Hawaii North Shore means nothing shy of Hawaii Surf!  The mighty ocean bears down on our beloved beaches and reefs.  Green and blue are the backdrop for all of our Maui & other Hawaii adventures and activities.  

Thursday, November 13, 2008

Lizard Man


When walking about you must not get too consumed with your mission to miss the simple beauties of life! Life is not just point A to point B, there are the vast wonders in between. Just like this guy. He's walking about his day, as were we... our paths intersect and we stared at each other for a few moments.

Hawaii is not a place for speed, it is all about taking deep breaths and pulling back a notch or two. But even here in the islands we can tend to get caught up in our own little worlds. Not to mention how easy it is for any Hawaiian Tourist to return home more tired than when they arrived if they try to take in all the Hawaiian island activities and attractions that there are.

My suggestion for life is to do what you can, and plenty of it, though do not be in such a state where you cannot pause for simple pleasure and gentle beauty.

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Kona Blues


Last week we had the privilege of traveling back and forth from Maui to Kona several times. Living in Maui is great, great breeze and sunshine, though it is wonderful to traverse the oceans to the other islands from time to time and experience the difference in scenery as well as, believe it or not, the climatic change. And this past time was the Big Island of Hawaii... specifically Kailua-Kona.

We flew over on a little 10 seat airplane that gives great views of Haleakela and the coasts of both Maui and Kona. You can really appreciate Hawaii so much more when you see it from the air. It is amazing to see these volcanic mounds popping out of the mighty Pacific Ocean. I am amazed every time I think of the remoteness and splendor of Hawaii.

Anyways, this trip I was particularly struck by the bright blues that surround the Kona coast. I snapped this photo from my phone as we were taking off, returning to Maui. It captures the rustic, pure beauty of the Hawaiian Islands, inspiring in their own right. Make sure to make an aerial exploration as part of your Maui or Big Island activities!