We've done some great traveling this summer. We are certainly blessed to have the time, energy, health, and money to take such fabulous vacations. I regret I didn't blog about the vacations immediately (or even during). I have however posted pictures with fairly detailed descriptions. Check out my new photo albums for Hawaii and California Cousins.
Hawai'i I would return to Hawaii in a heartbeat. Though it was on the expensive side, it is incredibly beautiful and wonderfully relaxing. Nothing beats traveling down the coastal road from Hawaii-Kai (where we stayed), going around a curve in the road, and all of a sudden seeing the wild, blue ocean beating against the craggy shore. With one look, you know you are in Paradise.
My favorite outing was the ridge hike with Stepan though seeing the sea turtles or honu on Turtle Beach was cool and I could definitely spent more days exploring the Polynesian Culture Center. Magda wasn't too keen on the sandy beaches, but loved spending so much time with G and would look for her first thing in the morning (usually around 6am). All my fingers and toes are up (not just the thumbs) when it comes to vacationing with family.
California We went to California for my cousin, Ricky's, wedding. I wish we had been able to spend more time in California, but Stepan only has so many vacation days. Again it was a family vacation, though with the Lucios this time. I love hearing Magda ask about Aunt Kathy or Uncle Frank or Cousin David; it's amazing what information she retains when I talk to her about who we will be seeing on any given day. The wedding and reception were a blast and staying at Debbie's was awesome (as usual). If Stepan ever turns abusive, I think I'll take Magda and move into Casa Molina...isn't it nice to have a plan?
Posted by jfer at August 24, 2006 10:58 PMCasa Molino is a haven. I plan on the same if New York ever turns abusive.
Posted by: mermu on August 25, 2006 8:58 AM