Honolulu white hibiscusWhile wandering the grounds at the Bishop Museum, we found these lovely white hibiscus. Not only does the museum consist of multiple buildings, but it also has a native Hawaiian garden. We took a lunch break in the shade and reveled in the warm, tropical breeze while we ate. The garden isn't extensive, but it is a beautiful place to spend a some … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos — Honolulu white hibiscus
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Friday Fotos — Liliuokalani Park in Hilo is paradise
Liliuokalani Park in Hilo is paradiseA friend of mine who lived on O‘ahu once told me I should put Liliuokalani Park and Coconut Island on my list of things to do the next time we visited the Big Island. When we were there on our last trip in March, we made it to the park and were amazed at the beauty. Ponds and walking paths weave between lush lawns filling the park with … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos — Liliuokalani Park in Hilo is paradise
Friday Fotos — a whale of a time at Bishop Museum
A whale of a time at Bishop MuseumThe skeleton of an adult sperm whale has hung in the exhibit hall at Bishop Museum since it was purchased from Ward's Natural Science Establishment in 1901. The museum originally paid $2,500 for this specimen. The whale is more than fifty-five feet long and the eighteen-foot head weighs about 3,000 pounds. This photo shows the right side, … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos — a whale of a time at Bishop Museum
Friday Fotos — Byodo-In Temple lagoons are lush and serene
Byodo-In Temple lagoonI was in awe wandering around the Byodo-In Temple lagoon. Hawai‘i is a special place to me, but the serenity filled the air in this beautiful place. Black swans and ducks float around the lagoons. Birds are everywhere. And there's a sense of calm wherever you walk. This lovely lagoon, especially, was one where I simply wanted to spend as much time as … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos — Byodo-In Temple lagoons are lush and serene
Fiery Oahu sunset near Ala Wai Harbor
Fiery Oahu sunset near Ala Wai HarborI've shown a couple of similar photos before, but while sitting on our lānai looking out over Ala Wai Harbor, I just couldn't stop shooting. I kept going until there was very little light left. Meanwhile, they were gearing up for the luau six floors down. Between the warm tropical breezes, the music, and the display of light, this was … [Read more...] about Fiery Oahu sunset near Ala Wai Harbor