I simply got spoiled rotten for my Birthday this year. Not only did I spend this epic day on a beautiful beach but spent it with my favorite person too. I've never been more happy to feel old.
We started out the day journeying to one of our favorite spots; The Hawaiian Tropical Botanical Garden. After receiving millions of beautiful flowers for my birthday, we made the long trek to Hapuna Beach . . .so worth it though. The water was warm and turquoise blue, not a cloud was found in the sky, and we even were passed by a HUGE manta ray while we were swimming (not gonna lie I thought it was shark for a second and my heart skipped a beat).
We even witnessed our first full Hawaiian Rainbow during our journey home. I know it's called the "Rainbow State" but honestly it was the first one we've seen. It did NOT disappoint. :)
After returning to rainy Hilo we indulged in the local Hawaiian Style Cafe with some friends and ate delicious gluten free brownies.
To say the least it was a perfect day. M. - You did good!
We started out the day journeying to one of our favorite spots; The Hawaiian Tropical Botanical Garden. After receiving millions of beautiful flowers for my birthday, we made the long trek to Hapuna Beach . . .so worth it though. The water was warm and turquoise blue, not a cloud was found in the sky, and we even were passed by a HUGE manta ray while we were swimming (not gonna lie I thought it was shark for a second and my heart skipped a beat).
We even witnessed our first full Hawaiian Rainbow during our journey home. I know it's called the "Rainbow State" but honestly it was the first one we've seen. It did NOT disappoint. :)
After returning to rainy Hilo we indulged in the local Hawaiian Style Cafe with some friends and ate delicious gluten free brownies.
To say the least it was a perfect day. M. - You did good!
This Halloween was so strange and foreign to us . . .but we had so much fun. It was strange not being with family and participating in a chili cook off. Strange not having the chill in the air. Strange wearing flip flops and sweating from the humidity. It was a whole different experience... but we're so grateful for great friends who made it very memorable.
Halloween Day was absolutely beautiful. M. even went outside and took some amazing shots. As it got dark though it started to pour . . .like tropical storm rain. This made for a scary night trying to find our friends house but gratefully did and, boy, was it a spectacular party. Dressing ourselves in traditional sashimi sushi we stayed up long past our bedtime.
Halloween Day was absolutely beautiful. M. even went outside and took some amazing shots. As it got dark though it started to pour . . .like tropical storm rain. This made for a scary night trying to find our friends house but gratefully did and, boy, was it a spectacular party. Dressing ourselves in traditional sashimi sushi we stayed up long past our bedtime.
This semester has flown by SO fast. M. is working so hard averaging around two tests per week. He's doing so well and I'm very proud of him.
We love our new home but we miss our friends and family back in Utah often. Sending hugs and kisses.
We miss you Utah . . .but we've Gone Surfing.
We love our new home but we miss our friends and family back in Utah often. Sending hugs and kisses.
We miss you Utah . . .but we've Gone Surfing.