I've done posts before about Kauai's Pineapple Dump. One of the things I've never shown, however, are the Pineapple Dump improvements. Years ago, the surrounding area wasn't much. A dirt path veered off of the walking/bike path. A chain link fence separated the intrepid from a jump into the ocean. And, there were no signs to indicate what the area was all about.Then, … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos – Pineapple Dump improvements
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Friday Fotos — the Korean Garden at Maui’s Kepaniwai Park
This is just one of the many stunning architectural masterpieces at Maui's Kepaniwai Heritage Gardens. This one is in the Korean Garden and fascinated me. The intricate details are even more impressive up close. Though a drizzle kept coming down during our visit, we were mesmerized by the peace and serenity of this incredible place. The next time we visit Maui, this is a … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos — the Korean Garden at Maui’s Kepaniwai Park
Friday Fotos — North Shore O‘ahu and a Haleiwa Beach
Aloha and welcome to this Haleiwa Beach on the island of Oahu. If you've been to Hawaii before, you know Oahu is also known as the Gathering Place. Haleiwa is a small town on the north shore. We visited for a day trip in April 2015. In fact, this was the only day during our brief stay when we had a car. We were only on Oahu for a few days but were able to walk or take the bus … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos — North Shore O‘ahu and a Haleiwa Beach
Friday Fotos – Sunset on the Kona Coast in black and white
Kona Coast in black and white This sunset photo was taken when we were in Kona in May 2014. Why black and white? It seemed to suit the day. There's a certain beauty in a black-and-white photo I wanted to capture. It was less about the colors than it was the mood of the clouds moving in. It had been a beautiful day in Kona, so this seemed like a good way to cap it off. I hope … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos – Sunset on the Kona Coast in black and white
Friday Fotos — looking up in downtown Kona
Whimsy, downtown Kona style While walking around, even while on vacation, it's easy to miss things. For instance, I get caught up with what's going on around me. Fortunately, this is one of the little details in the architecture of downtown Kona I didn't miss. I'd never seen a drainpipe-guzzling fish before. Come to think of it, I still haven't.I found this clever creation … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos — looking up in downtown Kona