I am home in B.C for the holidays and I received a call from Hawaii on Wednesday that made my day. Uncle ‘Santa’ Sam called to tell me my article about him in Makai Ocean Lifestyle Magazine was published. He was getting calls from people seeing his face on the cover and telling him how much they liked it. Most importantly, I am happy that Sam loves it. I could hear him smiling through the phone…
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I snapped this photo on the weekend at Keiki Beach on the North Shore. I love it. Just some old friends “watchin’ the tide roll away…wastin’ time.” I love their chairs, the blue ocean backdrop and the pure bliss conveyed in doing absolutely nothing.
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September was a busy month with visitors in town, so I haven’t written much. I have however, been toting around my camera taking photos all over the island. My brother, a very skilled photographer (see his work here), has been giving me little lessons over the last couple of weeks. I have a lot to learn but I’m having fun attempting to apply what he has taught me so far. Here are a few of…
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It’s no secret that it was love at first sight for my little Hawaiian beach house and I. She’s full of character and showing her age, but all the cracks and holes are simply evidence that she’s been well loved. I’ve had fun over the last few years adding my own beach style touch to her. It will be a sad day when I have to say goodbye forever. I thought I would share some…
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Diamond Head and Kokohead are the most traversed and well known craters on Oahu. The third, and lesser known Ka’au Crater is tucked behind Palolo Valley and can only be accessed via a challenging hike. My boyfriend and I adventured into the valley to find the hidden gem and it was the most fun hike I’ve done on Oahu to date. Lots of mud, waterfalls, ropes, ridges and stunning views in all directions are some…
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