September 30, 2011

My much needed afternoon snack... a large iced espresso.  One of our immediate neighbors happens to be on holiday (for several weeks!) and wisely set timers on all kinds of fixtures in their house.  One of these devices, I think, is set for the wrong time though because for the past two mornings we have woken to a radio blaring classical music for everyone to hear.  At 3:00 AM.  Hopefully tomorrow morning will be different due to the fact that I spoke with a visiting caretaker about unplugging the obnoxious beast!
Kailua, Hawaii

September 29, 2011

If you look closely at the water you can see how smooth and glassy it is.  Pretty, huh?  Well, it's not so good for sailing the El Toros or Laser sailboats, so the racers got to play around in these red Toppers.  They're loads of fun, but the boys end up getting injured when the use them.  Sam took a blow to the forehead while playing Pirate.  He's got a baseball size knot and the makings of a black eye.  Not much sympathy from mom after I found out he was standing up about to jump into one of the other boats so that he could take over the tiller.   That's the objective of the game....
Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii

September 28, 2011

Our next door neighbor has a large array of tropical backyard makings.  One interesting member just happens to be a small parrot.  She's the flirt in town.  A BIG flirt!  We always have a menagerie of birds flitting, chirping, dueling and singing around our houses.  This flashing man was particularly persistent and loud today.  He was also somewhat peeved with me when I got closer to him to get a better shot!  Take it easy, my friend.... there's room enough for all of us.
Kailua, Hawaii

September 27, 2011

Every time I walk or run the Lanikai Loop (about 3 times per week) I see these fishing poles.  I've rarely seen people tending to them and I've never laid eyes on a fish hanging from a hook.  I wonder if it's for sport, relaxation or just an excuse to hang out at the beach all day?  I just hope it's not for a livelihood.
Lanikai Beach, Hawaii

September 26, 2011

Here fishy, fishy!  Dave and I went on a trek to the other side of the island to look at a boat for sale.... because you can never have too many, right?!?!   Anyway, I was on a fish hunt while we walked the plank, um, I mean docks.  We came upon a dad and his boys tossing bread crumbs to a whole mess of fish.   I really mean a whole mess.... it was a feeding frenzy with critters jumping all over the place!  I found this big guy down away from the crowd.  He must not have been very hungry or he was having some alone time.
Waikiki, Hawaii

September 25, 2011

Since September is the hottest month (on average) for Hawaii, we've been hitting the beach every afternoon to cool off.  Most houses on island do not have air conditioning and lately the breeze has been almost non existent.  Anyway.... while the boys were wrestling in the waves I noticed several little crabs scurrying on the beach, doing their best not to get stomped on by un suspecting beach strollers.  During a lull this little guy graciously posed for me and my camera for over 40 shots.  Good boy!  If you look closely at the grains of sand you might be able to determine what size he is.....  less than 1 inch from claw tip to claw tip.
Kailua Beach, Hawaii

September 24, 2011

Sam's birthday was earlier this week as many of you saw from my post.  The log cabin from the Lego Creator line was one of the big gifts he received.  Sam took it a step further and for the fireplace  'borrowed' the light up piece from the other Creator set which grandma and grandpa sent.
Kailua, Hawaii