It’s a beautiful time of year here in Hawaii. We’re having evening rains and the plumerias, which are succulents, are loving it. Here are just a couple shots from today’s morning neighborhood walk. We came home to Hawaii from extended adventure on Lei Day (May 1) and it was really beautiful seeing so many people…
Category: Florals
‘Ia ora na from French Polynesia
Pronounced YO-rah-nah, hello from paradise! French-speaking people with some France infrastructure layered onto Polynesian island culture, it’s been interesting to compare and contrast French Polynesia with our (current) home state of Hawaii. ❤︎ ❤︎ ❤︎ Island of Raiatea Cruise port is in a quaint and quiet town, gorgeous waters Papeete, Tahiti Bustling city with plenty…
Vanillerie – Kona
Truly informational tour at this local vanilla farm, just down the <volcanic> mountain from my new house. 💖I’m now definitely a fan of Madagascar vanilla especially when it’s sprinkled with aloha! #kona #bigisland #hawaii #lovelifeeveryday
Kona Cloud Forest
As part of my “birthday month” I enjoyed a zen and mystical morning at the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary today. A quick drive from my house (and the town of Kona), what a great way to spend some time. I’m always inspired by family-owned businesses–our tour guide was the grandson of the founder, who shared…
January Blossoms
Finally I’m here in my new home…that’s right, it took a hurricane to get us to move to Hawaii! I’m now starting to inventory my new yard (aka the jungle)… Question of the day: What is my favorite color?!? Surely I will need new paints so I can capture the amazing beauty around every corner!…
Almost Home 2022
We’re on our last segment of 2022 and we’ve been doing our best to enjoy the moment while we anticipate moving to our new home (more on that later). Since Thanksgiving, we’ve had ups and downs: attempting to enjoy the beaches of Anna Maria Island while being sick for the entire time (not COVID, just…
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