Looking east from the Halona BlowholeWe'd heard the Halona Blowhole was something great to see. A Do Not Miss while on O‘ahu. That might be true if you're there at high tide. We were unfortunate enough to be at the blowhole during low tide. It's the only reason I can think of for the lack of activity. Having seen Kauai's Spouting Horn on many occasions, I was disappointed … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos — looking out from Halona Blowhole
Scrivenings
Friday Fotos – Onomea Bay on the Big Island
Onomea Bay on the Big IslandTo get to Onomea Bay you must take a windy side road, then walk down an asphalt path to the bay. On the way down, there are several spectacular views. Unfortunately, the day we were there it was very overcast so we had lots of gray. The views were still very impressive and at the bottom where the water from the stream meets the ocean, it's pure … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos – Onomea Bay on the Big Island
Destination — Carlsbad Flower Fields
After living in North San Diego County for over seven years, I decided it was time to visit the Carlsbad Flower Fields while they were in bloom. I'm so glad I made this trip. I had my trusty camera, but left my monopod behind because I didn't want to be obtrusive. If you ever go and you have a monopod or tripod, take it. There were a number of photographers setting up all … [Read more...] about Destination — Carlsbad Flower Fields
Friday Fotos — another view inside Iolani Palace
If you get the chance to walk through, you'll notice how beautiful the woods are inside Iolani Palace. There's a richness in every room. From the dark floors to the banisters and doors, the cedar, koa, and kamani woods work together to enhance the atmosphere. Personally, I found myself in awe of the quality of the craftsmanship. A picture can't do the palace justice, but at … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos — another view inside Iolani Palace
Are Bad Security Habits Putting Your Home at Risk?
What are the odds of your home being broken into? They may be higher than you think. One in every thirty-six homes will be broken into each year, according to data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The average homeowner suffers $2,230 in property loss per break in, totaling $4.7 billion stolen annually from U.S. citizens. Many homeowners are victimized more than once … [Read more...] about Are Bad Security Habits Putting Your Home at Risk?