The Sallisaw Connection

Just before leaving for the islands, I was talking with my good freind Elizabeth and found out that her parents were going to be on Oahu the same time we were.  OMG!!!  We met up with Ray and Betty Walker and had an umbrella drink near their resort in Waikiki.  It was great to see them and catch up on old times.

Lazy Day

We started our second day at Turtle Bay with a walk on the beach.  I could barely breathe, so we only walked for a little while.  We did get some good shots on the beach to share.

After our tiresome walk on the beach, I needed a rest and then some food.  We had lunch on the beach and then set our eyes on the pool.  The ocean is QUITE chilly this time of year, so I wasn't about to dip my toe in that.

After a tough day a the pool, we headed to dinner at Jamison's in Haliewa-just a short drive from the resort.  This also afforded me the opportunity to restock my medicine supply!

Only the Strong Survive

On day three we went to Turtle Bay Resort on the North Shore.  This was my night stand when we arrived   :(  Yes, I got a pretty nasty cold in Hawaii.  Damn that 8 hour plane ride!!

Well, I wasn't going to let a cold get me down, so I got a massage and steamed while Chad played golf with Kevin.  I had to get out of the room, so we went to dinner on the beach at Ola.  I know, sounds like we are in Mexico right?!?!

Just some great shots of the North Shore from our balcony.  I should really work for the Hawaii tourism center.

The Flavors of Kailua

After a day at the beach, we did what anyone would do.  We had lunch and then had a partake in a Hawaiian favorite....the snowcone.

Heaven on Earth

Lanikai Beach means "Heavenly Sea" in the Hawaiian language. 

That is exactly what you will find when you visit. 
This is our favorite beach on Oahu. 

With Susan and Kevin working and Trent at school,
we had the day to soak up some sun.

The entrance to the beach is through two houses along a narrow walkway. 

You would miss it if you didn't know it was there. 

The twin Mokulu Islands in the distance

Relaxing at it's finest

Wax-on, Wax-off

We continued family day with the Ihle's at Susan's son's Tae-Kwon-Do perentation.  Alaka'i was going for his thrid degree black belt, so I wouldn't want to meet him in a dark alley!! 

He had to break boards with his hands and feet. He was also the ONLY one at the presentation to break 4 bricks, yes 4 bricks, with his bare hands-OUCH!!

Getting his new belt

Geaux Tigers....well almost

We had a wonderful visit to Oahu, Hawaii to see Chad's friend Kevin and his family.  Kevin's son Mr. Trent didn't waste any time; as soon as we got there he got his baseball glove and wanted Chad to play catch.  We were excited to see Mr. Trent in action the next day with his team.....the Tigers.

Pre-game warm up!!

Coach Kevin

Thanks for the shirts Mr. Trent!!