Recent blog posts
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The Ecosystem of Hanauma Bay
One of our favorite places on Oahu is Hanauma Bay, and we made a return to this ancient Royal fishing ground today. We took an early charter to Hanauma. There was still rain falling, and we could imagine the ali'i of old making their way down to the shores.
Today, Hanauma Bay is closed to fishing, and has been a protected marine preserve for many years now. It has not been that many years ago that over fishing almost destroyed this natural wonder. I think many people miss this point in the 8 minute mandatory video that all must watch, in order to be allowed in the park. It was a necessary move. Even in today's times, there are over three million visitors to Hanauma Bay each year. In today's times, it might help you to know that the park was closed today at 11a.m. to visitors.
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The Spirit of Ohana
We have had a chance to make a trip back to the Islands this summer. Hawaii is a magical place, full of beautiful ocean views, tree, flowers. But that is not what appeals to me most, as I grow older. The Spirit of Ohana is what makes the trip worth it.There is a spirit of Ohana I witnessed on a trollie ride to Hilo Hatties. A mother, and her three small children, were riding the trollie. Depending on where you go, you can ride the trollie for free, or just a tip to the driver. For her, it was a way to make tough times work better.For me, it was a chance to play "peek a boo" with her one year old on our 30 minutes ride to Hilo's. The beautiful child made me feel young again. Even her mother laughed, when she figured out who her child was laughing at. I have granddaughters that age. The spirit of Ohana is in the young.
