Then Monday we went on a muddy hike with some of our friends that live in Hawaii. The hike ended at a beautiful waterfall with cliffs to dive off of.
On Tuesday morning we flew to Maui where we stayed for the rest of the week. Tuesday morning we went on an incredible whale watching tour where we saw probably close to 50 different flutes. The scenery was almost as incredible as the whales.
Wednesday (and Friday) we went scuba diving and saw a couple of sharks and some pretty fish. Not the best scuba diving I've ever done but it was still pretty fun.
Thursday was probably one of my favorite days - we drove the road to Hana. If you're ever going to Maui and are planning to drive the road, don't do it without first reading Maui Revealed. It has an entire chapter on the road to Hana that includes fun places like secret (but safe) caves, unique ice cream stops, and hidden pools to swim in. It was definitely a day to remember.
Friday we went scuba diving again then ended the day playing at the beach, playing some very competitive beach volleyball during a gorgeous sunset, and eating a delicious meal at a homemade Italian place.
Saturday was our last play day. We started it out with surf lessons (everyone got up and rode a wave) then went and played a game called Monastery Tag at one of the beaches near our apartment. I haven't laughed that hard in a long time, maybe ever.
And then came Sunday, race day. This half-marathon was different from all the rest in two ways - this was #10 and my mom and grandma (yes I said grandma) did it with us. There is something incredible about three generations of women crossing the finish line at the same time.
6 comments:
It looks like you had an awesome time. Your grandma is an inspiration!!
Unfortunately these are distant memories. Onward and upward I say! I have become enthralled by the idea of hiking the Swiss Alps. Richie in? Dad
oh these pictures make me want to go back to hawaii so bad, love it.
Ahhh what an awesome trip! Way to go on 10 half-marathons! I can't even imagine doing that many! Phew!
I don't ever seem to tire of looking longingly at all of those pictures... Glad you posted them.
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