Our last day in Maui was gorgeous! We spent the morning doing some snorkeling-although I was only able to go in for a little bit and it took me 20 mins. to actually be able to go the whole way in- the Pacific is just too cold for me! We got to see lots of pretty fish but no turtles on this day.
G was off to work and I went to lay by the infinity pool which some of you have seen pics- the rest will have to wait because we cannot download the card at the same time we are connected to the Internet. The sun was brilliant and G showed up early so he could spend a little time by the pool with me before lunch. Lunch was at Lulu's and then I went to read a book while G was at a couple of appointments- on the last one I went in to see our friend Umber and there was an 8 month old golden retriever waiting to see us. Max was almost as sweet as Hana and let me rub his belly for the entire hour that G was in a meeting! He was lovable and if I could take him to meet Hana, I think they would be best buds.
We flew over to Oahu around 7 and grabbed dinner at Sam Choy's-food was so great but they do not believe in small portions around here! When we were stuffed we came to the hotel and met up with G's assistant and wife who are also here for the Road Show. They are really nice and hopefully I will get to spend time with her this week while the boys are working.
So far today the weather is partly cloudy and supposed to be around 80- perfect!
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Monday, April 13, 2009
Monday in Maui
Another day in paradise- although believe it or not, it was partly sunny most of the day.
We woke up around 6 (I swear no one in Hawaii sleeps in past this time) and went to Fred's again for breakfast- it may seem crazy that we eat there all the time but it is probably the only place where you can spend less than $30 per couple on breakfast.
After breakfast we decided to brave the cold Pacific for a little snorkeling. I literally thought I would hyperventilate from the cold- once we got moving it was worth it. Lots of amazing fish and finally a sea turtle- their movements are the epitome of beach life- take your own pace. Also we were able to hear the whales again under water! It is one of the coolest things I have ever experienced and I wish I was wearing a wet suit so I could stay in all day and listen to the sounds they make- and they sound so close!
We grabbed a couple of box lunches from a deli and headed to the top of Haleakala. This is a 38 mile trip from where we are staying and the steepest incline in that amount of distance anywhere in the world. The temp. at the top was 20 degrees cooler and windy! The pictures we took reflect that because my hair is doing all kinds of crazy things. At the summit, we were over 10,000 feet above sea level and my lungs could tell after being right at sea level for so long.
We drove back to the hotel in time to have a Lava Flow at the bar and watch the sunset- we arrived just in time because one of the humpbacks was in a mood. We could see the tail fluke several times and lots of big splashes- it was so neat to watch until that one moved on and all we could catch were glimpses of water spouts floating across the water from a few others.
Another wonderful day in the islands and we wish you all could be here!
We woke up around 6 (I swear no one in Hawaii sleeps in past this time) and went to Fred's again for breakfast- it may seem crazy that we eat there all the time but it is probably the only place where you can spend less than $30 per couple on breakfast.
After breakfast we decided to brave the cold Pacific for a little snorkeling. I literally thought I would hyperventilate from the cold- once we got moving it was worth it. Lots of amazing fish and finally a sea turtle- their movements are the epitome of beach life- take your own pace. Also we were able to hear the whales again under water! It is one of the coolest things I have ever experienced and I wish I was wearing a wet suit so I could stay in all day and listen to the sounds they make- and they sound so close!
We grabbed a couple of box lunches from a deli and headed to the top of Haleakala. This is a 38 mile trip from where we are staying and the steepest incline in that amount of distance anywhere in the world. The temp. at the top was 20 degrees cooler and windy! The pictures we took reflect that because my hair is doing all kinds of crazy things. At the summit, we were over 10,000 feet above sea level and my lungs could tell after being right at sea level for so long.
We drove back to the hotel in time to have a Lava Flow at the bar and watch the sunset- we arrived just in time because one of the humpbacks was in a mood. We could see the tail fluke several times and lots of big splashes- it was so neat to watch until that one moved on and all we could catch were glimpses of water spouts floating across the water from a few others.
Another wonderful day in the islands and we wish you all could be here!
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Happy Easter!
This post comes via Maui, Hawaii. In fact I am sitting on the balcony, listening to the ocean as I write about our most recent adventure.
It took 3 different airlines through 4 different cities and over 5000 miles in the air for me to arrive here. G and I met Friday morning in Phoenix and had a great day there with friends. G's friend Scot took us to lunch at Alice Cooper's restaurant- where the entire wait staff wears eye makeup like Alice Cooper, it was distracting but the food wasn't bad. Then we had dinner with our good friends Lynn & Dave in Tempe. What a cute town and seems like it would be fun if we had more time. When we got back to our room that evening we were able to enjoy the bottle of wine that Lynn & Dave had thoughtfully sent up as a surprise.
We left Phoenix bright and early (although it was raining which was a bit of a shock) and landed in Oahu and then boarded another flight to Maui. We got here about 3 Maui time and promptly headed straight to one of our favorite places, Fred's, for cheap Mexican food and a margarita.
Once we checked into the hotel we were excited to see the new addition of an infinity pool and of course went for our first Lava Flow at the bar. We walked a little to stretch our legs and had a small bite to eat at Humuhumunukunukuapua'a- oh yes we can pronounce it too- it is the name of a fish here in the islands and also a restaurant at the Grand Wailea.
Then we were in bed by 8:30 because I was still really on EST and G was at least on PST. Sleeping with the sounds of the ocean in the background is so peaceful.
Today we spent most of the day lounging around- breakfast again at Fred's, a walk, pool time, and then lunch at Cheeseburger in Paradise, some more reading and lounging by the water until it was time to drive over to Lahaina and have dinner at our favorite place, Roy's. The meal was delicious as always and dessert (famous chocolate lava cake) perfection! It was a great Easter and we are so blessed to be able to spend some vacation time in Hawaii once again!
P.S. In case anyone is wondering how we do anything without Hana, it is because she is in the caring hands of Linda that we are able to be here at all. We even have considered driving to her namesake again but I think once was enough for me! :)
It took 3 different airlines through 4 different cities and over 5000 miles in the air for me to arrive here. G and I met Friday morning in Phoenix and had a great day there with friends. G's friend Scot took us to lunch at Alice Cooper's restaurant- where the entire wait staff wears eye makeup like Alice Cooper, it was distracting but the food wasn't bad. Then we had dinner with our good friends Lynn & Dave in Tempe. What a cute town and seems like it would be fun if we had more time. When we got back to our room that evening we were able to enjoy the bottle of wine that Lynn & Dave had thoughtfully sent up as a surprise.
We left Phoenix bright and early (although it was raining which was a bit of a shock) and landed in Oahu and then boarded another flight to Maui. We got here about 3 Maui time and promptly headed straight to one of our favorite places, Fred's, for cheap Mexican food and a margarita.
Once we checked into the hotel we were excited to see the new addition of an infinity pool and of course went for our first Lava Flow at the bar. We walked a little to stretch our legs and had a small bite to eat at Humuhumunukunukuapua'a- oh yes we can pronounce it too- it is the name of a fish here in the islands and also a restaurant at the Grand Wailea.
Then we were in bed by 8:30 because I was still really on EST and G was at least on PST. Sleeping with the sounds of the ocean in the background is so peaceful.
Today we spent most of the day lounging around- breakfast again at Fred's, a walk, pool time, and then lunch at Cheeseburger in Paradise, some more reading and lounging by the water until it was time to drive over to Lahaina and have dinner at our favorite place, Roy's. The meal was delicious as always and dessert (famous chocolate lava cake) perfection! It was a great Easter and we are so blessed to be able to spend some vacation time in Hawaii once again!
P.S. In case anyone is wondering how we do anything without Hana, it is because she is in the caring hands of Linda that we are able to be here at all. We even have considered driving to her namesake again but I think once was enough for me! :)
Monday, March 16, 2009
One year
It has officially been one year to date that Hana has been a part of our pack. Little did we know the joy, anxiety and unconditional love she would bring to our little family. She was the shyest, most fear aggressive puppy when we picked her up from the shelter and now she has become quite the intelligent, Frisbee loving, gentle soul.
Her good doggy friends in San Diego (we still miss Dude & Hovis) who spoiled her as they let her wrestle and have her way with them. She hasn't found friends quite as good yet though Daisy, Bella & Ginger are all learning to deal with her. Hana still frets over getting in the car but she has learn to catch a Frisbee and that is all she wants to do.
Hanalulubeardogpups is part of our pack forever - to know her is to love her!
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Long time no post
I have been slacking in the post department but working full time keeps me pretty busy. Happy Belated Birthdays to Tripp & Galen!!! Thankfully Galen's birthday was the complete opposite weather wise than last year. We miss seeing Tripp and hope to see her very soon.
March is a very busy month for us. Not only is it March Madness- we are still riding high on the Cards Big East Championship and expect a #1 seed this evening!! Spring is bringing lots of activities and friends. Last night we celebrated G's friend's 40th birthday, next weekend I am walking the Rodes City 10k with my college roommate (she has graciously agreed to walk with me though she could run it with her boyfriend), and then the last weekend in March we finally get to meet Elena and celebrate the Rath family return to the States with their beautiful daughter. We cannot wait!
Hana continues to be our pride and joy - she is getting smarter and better at playing Frisbee every day!. I have had a hard time leaving her but luckily Linda has stepped in to be our dog daycare on days when G is traveling. 9 hours is way too long to leave my baby at home by herself. Speaking of those 9 hours away- school is interesting and different from other places I have taught but I am enjoying it. I have already bonded with my 12 AP Psych kids and will miss not seeing them on a daily basis. I am still tutoring online as well.
We should have more exciting posts in the next few weeks with results from the 10k and pics from Elena's welcome to KY party.
March is a very busy month for us. Not only is it March Madness- we are still riding high on the Cards Big East Championship and expect a #1 seed this evening!! Spring is bringing lots of activities and friends. Last night we celebrated G's friend's 40th birthday, next weekend I am walking the Rodes City 10k with my college roommate (she has graciously agreed to walk with me though she could run it with her boyfriend), and then the last weekend in March we finally get to meet Elena and celebrate the Rath family return to the States with their beautiful daughter. We cannot wait!
Hana continues to be our pride and joy - she is getting smarter and better at playing Frisbee every day!. I have had a hard time leaving her but luckily Linda has stepped in to be our dog daycare on days when G is traveling. 9 hours is way too long to leave my baby at home by herself. Speaking of those 9 hours away- school is interesting and different from other places I have taught but I am enjoying it. I have already bonded with my 12 AP Psych kids and will miss not seeing them on a daily basis. I am still tutoring online as well.
We should have more exciting posts in the next few weeks with results from the 10k and pics from Elena's welcome to KY party.
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