Goodness exists

As I’m approaching the end of a recent and, frankly, totally disorganized trip, a dear friend of mine sent me an unrelated text: “Goodness still exists in this crazy world.” I love this statement, especially coming from someone who has faced nearly a decade of challenges and still manages to be a source of joy,…

7 countries, 3 continents

The journey spanned seven countries, highlighting each location’s unique culture while emphasizing the importance of history amidst rapid change.

Palila – endangered and endemic

There are less than 700 individual palilas in the wild and they are found exclusively on the slopes of Mauna Kea on the Big Island of Hawaii

Hiking in the Cloud Forest

Although I love the beaches of Hawaii, sometimes it’s so nice to find respite in a mountain forest. Just 15 minutes from my house, about mid-way up Hualālai, this little slice of heaven transports me to “Narnia.” This is a protected forest where you can find endangered trees and birds. More info here: HONUA‘ULA FOREST…

‘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…