Paradise

Kauai, Hawaii = paradise on earth. We keep asking ourselves why we left. Never mind our family, friends, dogs, jobs, etc. But seriously... best. vacation. ever. It would be hard to sum up considering the mountains, valleys, beaches, clear water, blue skies.

Despite Kauai's natural beauty, the highlight for us was being with our friends, the Windles. Vacation would not have been the same or nearly as fun without their company. Even Hawaii does not compare with friendship and laughter... but it comes close :)

sunshine. sand. Poipu. resort. monk seal. lava rock. waves. surf. coral. Nukumoi. snorkel. fish. flippers. sea turtle. friendship. calamari. hula pie. coconut. Longboard Island Lager. kabobs. grill. pineapple. poolside. mai tai. Uncle Alan. laughter. sunscreen. sunburn. morning. sunrise. pancakes. macadamia nut. Shipwreck Beach. local. boogie. Grand Hyatt. Anara spa. massage. relax.

Ocean. Mahaulepu. hike. explore. rocky. Kalalau trail. Na Pali. palm trees. red dirt. Hanakapiai. incline. valley. Hanakoa. waterfall. lost. trailblazing. swimming hole. camping. exhaustion. Ke'e beach. North shore. smoothie. fish tacos. Tunnels. blue sky. clouds. shells. swim. Hanalei. luau. hula. fire. poi. pork. coconut cake. stars.

Spouting Horn. evening. Tidepool. mahi mahi. opah. anniversaries. love. Lincoln Navigator. heated seats. thrift. shop. trinkets. sunglasses. Waimea Canyon. west coast. chickens. hot sun. Lappert's Ice Cream. hang loose. drive. wind blown. sea cliffs. island. paradise.

Things I would do differently...

• Not get injured before the trip
• Maybe do a little more research beforehand
• Pack less
• Stay longer

Overall, no complaints. Vacation was great from start to finish. We had an amazing time!