Takenouchi Christmas!

This Christmas I had the blessing and honor to spend it with my new family in Hawaii. I was amazed to be spending the holidays in the sun and with all new traditions. Glen and Karen were so gracious and kind. I ate sushi to my hearts content and enjoyed Christmas eve at Grandma Nora's house in Kapaa. Thank you to the Takenouchi's and I'm looking forward many years of holiday tradition!

Hawaii Road Trip!!

Whats a vacation without a road trip? Shaun and I took an afternoon and hit the road. Our destination..Jo-Jo's Shave Ice. We met up with Glen, Karen, Shelcie and Dane for some 100% pure Hawaii shave ice. Shelcie claims its the best on the entire island.

Poipu Beach

We spent part of Christmas eve at the beach...it was hot and we even got a little sunburned...later that week at that same beach we saw a real live whale. I loved how clear and warm the water was.

family cat

This is William, my parents cat. They also have my cat Neeka, who is beautiful but not very photogenic. William on the other had has these intense eyes and is willing to hold still long enough for me to take a picture...hope you enjoy!!

Winter Walk

We had about ten days this last December where it started snowing and didn't stop. I was amazed at the persistence of the winter weather but took the time to go out and enjoy the cold air. I also met some birds who were kind enough to model for me while I was on my winter walk.