Sunday, February 24, 2008

Day at the beach






Besides the great weather and fun I had a close encounter with a humpback whale. Kevin and I were one-man canoeing out behind the mokulua islands and got very close to a pod of 5 humpback whales. It was sun rise and very quiet, no wind and crystal clear blue water. We saw them far away and thought wow that was neat and kept paddeling. 5 minutes later Kevin and I had to stop in our tracks because the sound of the whales blowing their waterspouts scared us almost off our canoes. We were within 50 yards. We just watched these massive beautiful creatures go right by us. Then the most wonderful thing happened. We heard them singing under the water. Our canoes were echoing the whale songs they were singing. I have never heard this in person before. They sang for a couple of minutes. It truely was a memory I will never forget. At least I hope not. Zachery finally got his left handed golf club today. He hit 2 buckets of balls and was a happy camper. Sydney got to go with mom to the mall and do girl things. Shop of course!!!!!

Sunday, February 17, 2008

Surfing North Shore Kavella Bay







Unexpected great conditions at the secret Kavella bay on the North Shore. Surfing with Dave and Mark. Waves were 6-10 ft and glassy. Few whales jumping way outside, and the LPGA tour just around the corner Anaka was leading when we went past. Awesome day!!! Lucky we live Hawaii...



Mariner's Ridge Hike




Hiking has become our new weekend family activity this month. The kids were real troopers this week. Mariner's Ridge was the longest hike they have done about 2.5 hrs round trip. Only had to carry them a small part of the way. It was well worth the spectacular views from the top. We saw 2 whales breaching today as well. I had a nice birthday, and the family had a great Valentines Day. Thanks for all your cards and gifts. We have off on president's day and have planed a day on the beach with frineds from South Carolina. Got good news about our friend Kristen Lemonds. Her cancer appears to be shrinking from the Chemo treatments and your prayers please keept them up.


Sunday, February 10, 2008

Waterfall Hike 2-10-08




We got very MUDDY today but had a blast. Zak and Syd walked the whole way. The kids are quite the hikers.