Okay so I took this picture because of Day Old Poi by Bu Lai’a. I might be the only one who knows about this song…but it is so hilarious.

Apparently poi is an acquired taste, and I haven’t acquired it yet. Haha. Its made from the root of taro and its usually a purple color. The consistency is like smooth wallpaper paste. When it’s first made it the sweetest it will ever be because every day after that it gets a bit sour. But it is not sweet, it is pretty bland, even from the beginning.

My family eats more East Coast style since my mother is from Virginia so I wasn’t brought up on the Hawaiian diet. That’s probably why I don’t like poi.

Do you like poi? What do you like about it?

To find more information about Poi visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poi_(food)

Marilyn Jansen is the creator and even though I’ve only met her twice, she is super nice and really personable. She paints and silk screens her own tshirts. She has written books, from coloring to cooking and even gardening! She is super creative! It’s awesome to have so many artsy people here!

Anyway so check out her website at www.amaryllisofhawaii.com and see for yourself!!

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Anyway so this week was full of mishaps. So last Friday, I fell and scraped my leg up. It was pretty sore and still is over a week later. Then on Wednesday I slammed my left hand in the door of my car. That was pretty painful. This Friday I tripped up the stairs and hurt my toe. Haha anyway, I suggest taking things slooooow. If you live on Maui and are trying to rush around, don’t. It’s Maui! Mostly everyone is pretty relaxed. Just take a deep breath and then go. Take it moment by moment sometimes.

So Wednesday there was an awesome swell, north shore.  Ho’okipa got pretty big, I have a picture from that day….

….and also a video….

You might think, “Wow! she goes to Ho’okipa  a lot!” Well, yes I do. It’s like 10 min. away from my house. I love surfing there when the waves are good. =) Might even go surfing today…

I want to go to Makena soon though, so you will hopefully get some  pictures of a different beach soon!

It’s historical, full of life, and really scenic…I’m not sure how many people know about it, my mom was saying that she didn’t think that Iao Valley got much exposure. Well, I am gonna make it widely known! haha.

Iao Valley is a state park and the state keeps it really gorgeous! Except the economy has made them have to charge for parking if you are not Kamaaina (resident). But the 5 dollars would be worth it to me! There is a Nature Center that was open but its closed right now, which is sad. But you can walk around the gardens and even eat at a Cafe that is right next to the Nature Center! Yum yum!

SO next time you are thinking of something to do on a crystal clear day, go up and experience Iao Valley!

Now I took way to many pictures so I’m only gonna post a couple here. I am posting the rest on FB…

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For more info on Iao Valley visit:

http://www.hawaiiweb.com/maui/html/sites/iao_valley_state_park.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iao_Valley

These past couple of days have been so clear and nice! Very Christmasyy weather! Today we are getting a Christmas tree! I am so excited! Sorry I haven’t posted in a while, just my busy schedule as a full time daughter, on call sewer, and part time web designer.

Have a great day everyone!

There will be crafts for sale, crafts to do, delicious food, and fun for the whole family!

I like it because you get to see a lot of the crafters of Maui. We have some amazing creative people here.

Also, I love to hear the local bagpipe band play! I used to play the tenor drum in the Isle of Maui Pipe Band and they are going to be playing this year also! I’m not sure when but usually it’s in the morning right when it begins.

It opens its gates at 9am and is finished by 4pm. And all you early birds out there will be happy to know that the general admission is free from 9am-11am!

For more information visit www.waldorfmaui.org!

Hope to see you there!

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I don’t know that much about them, all I know is that their sting hurts really bad and they come when the wind blows onshore. Yeah, I got to teach my little brothers about them so they won’t get hurt when they see one again. Here are a couple websites that might be helpful if you want to learn more!

The Portuguese Man o’ War

We saw 3 on the beach that day! If you ever see one, DONT pick it up! Even though the bubble is harmless, the clearish blue tentacles could be wrapped around it or close nearby!

I know I shouldn’t be posting today but I have some time this morning. I wanted to share with you all a song that I heard when I was little…

(Tune of The More We Get Together the Happier We’ll Be)
Gobble, gobble, gobble, fat turkey, fat turkey!
Gobble, gobble, gobble, fat turkeys are we.
We’re not here for living,
We’re here for thanksgiving!
Gobble, gobble, gobble, fat turkeys are we.

Now if you can’t get the tune right,  here is a video link to what it’s supposed to sound like… (I have no clue who these people are, I just know they know how the tune goes. )

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBqQnzhlAkY

So anyway today I woke up to this…

Yay! A thanksgiving rainbow!

So I want to ask you all a question….What are you most thankful for this year? I am most thankful for my Father in heaven and my Ohana. =)

Have a blessed thanksgiving!

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