We brought Saki along to Hawaii with us for Hyrum's annual medical conference. Then (because I miss her so much) I told Paige she had to join us because Hawaii is a great halfway point between Guam and Oregon. So I got to see my sister and hang out with her for the week which was wonderful. We all got along great and had some amazing experiences. I love Maui because I have been there so often I feel comfortable making my way around the island. Plus my favorite fish tacos are on Maui!
On the airplane...ready for an adventure
Pretty nice way to start the day
Paia Fish Market fish tacos...best in Hawaii!
Watching the sun set in Kihei
Leoda's pie shop did not disappoint!
Hiking down to the Nakalele blowhole
It was putting on a real show for us. Water was shooting up 50 feet in the air!
I was "squishing" Hyrum and Saki:)
Paige found a "heart" rock
Walking out to Honolua Bay
Playing in the crazy big waves at Napili beach. This surf was not kidding around and reminded us all to be cautious in the ocean.
Relaxing with the sunset at Napili beach
We did the half road to Hana...that means we drove halfway to Hana, stopped for some yummy banana bread, then turned around and came home.
Banana bread was definitely worth the drive. They bake it fresh all day so it's warm when you get it...so ONO
The amazing black lava rocks and crashing waves at Ke'anae peninsula...such an amazing spot
We paid $20 for this nice man to open coconut for us so we could drink some coconut water and try the coconut flesh
It really doesn't have much flavor to it but it was still fun to see how people break into the coconuts
My favorite, rainbow eucalyptus trees in Ke'anae arboretum
Just one of MANY curves on the road to Hana
There wasn't much water at Twin Falls but it was still a fun spot to stop and hike to a waterfall
Golden bamboo at Twin Falls
Hyrum and Saki went for a little dip under the waterfall
Breakfast at the Kihei cafe
Another relaxing beach day...this time at Ulua beach
Waiting for the sunset up on Haleakala volcano
Freezing cold and windy!!
We got to see the sun set...
...and then the full moon rise. It was a spectacular night to be on top of the world
Second time we have gotten a flat tire while in Hawaii on vacation!! Luckily Hyrum is pretty handy and he and Saki got the spare put on and we were on our way!
On the boat heading to Molokini crater for some snorkeling
Getting ready to hop in and snorkel
I like this photo because it accurately represent how I was feeling. I don't know why I didn't take any dramamine medicine...I was super seasick and threw up off the side of the boat twice! Luckily no one else got sick and I think everyone had a great time
We made a quick stop at the Baldwin house museum, such a cute historic home and museum
Hyrum and Saki swimming in one of the rivers
Nothing beats a fresh water river on a hot day!
We made a quick stop at Kepaniwai park
Saki had a great trip, I'm glad we could show her this part of America
Had to get Ululani's shave ice on our last night:)
Dropping Paige off at the airport, why does she live so far away???
We had a bit of time after dropping Paige off before our flight back to Oregon so we went to Ho'okipa Beach and there were a few seals just lounging on the beach. So fun to see these animals close up!
There were also tons of sea turtles just hanging out in the sand!
Goodbye Hawaii beaches...
...and goodbye Paia fish market. Until next time!!!
Slightly sunburned but happy and on our way home to Oregon:)
