I learned to make a coconut palm leaf lei at a workshop with the fantastic Hawaiian musician, Kuana Torres Kahele. I really enjoyed this craft and wanted to try to make similar lei at home with my own windmill palm tree and ribbon. Kuana Torres Kahele is a renowned musician as a soloist and with…
Travel
I love Hawaii; it’s my happy place. I am excited to share my love of our 50th state. I hope to inspire you to fully learn about and enjoy this Pacific paradise. I’ll also share other travels with an emphasis on food and history.
Merrimack NH and Wentworth by the sea New Castle
Merrimack NH and Wentworth by the sea New Castle and great places to visit within easy driving distance of Boston or Concord NH. My dear friend K and I took a lovely summer trip to New England. I’m sharing a couple of our adventures near Concord. Merrimack NH Merrimack is home to the Budweiser Brewery…
Sea Life Park Hawaii marine animal park
Sea Life Park Hawaii is in a fantastic location on the windward side of Oahu in Waimānalo. Visitors can learn more about marine mammals, fish and reptiles, and birds. The views of Mānana Island and Makapu’u Point lighthouse are worth the visit. The park was created in 1964 by Tap Pryor and his then-wife Karen…
Things to do and eat in Concord New Hampshire
Concord New Hampshire is a beautiful state capital city with lots of great dining. The Centennial Hotel is a historic hotel with character and charm. My dear friend K and I took a lovely summer trip to New England and thoroughly enjoyed our time in Concord New Hampshire. Historic Centennial Hotel The Centennial Hotel was…
Valley of the Temples Byodo-In Temple Oahu
Valley of the Temples Byodo-In Temple is a beautiful Buddhist temple on the Windward side of Oahu. This iconic site is nestled below the Ko’olau mountains and is a beautiful symbol of the Japanese influence in Hawai’i. The Byodo-In Temple is part of the Valley of the Temples memorial park near Kaneohe. It opened in…