Back to Life, Back to Reality

Well, it is life as usual. Elliott is off to school, Matt is back to work in Willard and it almost seems like we left reality for a week. We had a great time! But, it is back to the real world.

Day 5: Happy Papa Day

Our day started with a drive to Paia for Charley's for breakfast. It was awesome! I had Crab Cakes Benedict...to die for. They are known for their giant pancakes which was perfect for a candle to celebrate "Happy Papa Dave Day." We went to the North Shore to check out the surf and those braving the waves. Very cool. We returned to Wailea Beach for a dip in the pool and a trip to the beach. When we returned to the beach house Papa opened his birthday present...A Kindle. He loved it! marisa and Elliott especially liked the bubble wrap. It was a great gift. He has already enjoyed it out on the lanai. Then we went to Cafe O'lei, one of PaPa's favorite lunch spots for some delicious Mahi Mahi. It was awesome! Then for a special treat for the kiddos...Hawaiian Shave Ice.

Well, this will probably be my last post until we return home. This has been an amazing, much needed relaxing journey. Please pray for a safe trip home and much aloha until then.

We just hung out today...relaxed! We went to Kahili Golf Course for a delicious lunch: triple fish plate with angel hair pasta and fresh vegetables. YUMMY! Then we came back to the beach house to head to the ...BEACH. Marisa and Elliott love the water. They also love to play in the sand. Matthew is the engineer behind the amazing walls and castles. We hope you are all enjoying our pictures...we are definitely enjoying making every moment.

Aquarium Day...Yeah!

Maui Ocean Center was AWESOME! We saw lots of beautiful fish, coral, turtles, rays and sharks. We enjoyed every moment. We had a delightful lunch on site right at the boat harbor. Enjoy our pictures of our wonderful adventure at the aquarium!

Today we have played in water all day. Matt and I went for an early morning snokel. It as usual was amazing. We came back to the condo picked up everyone else and headed back to the beach. WOW! These kids love it. Elliott is offically a boogie boarding expert. For lunch we went next door for a fabulous lunch and then headed back to the pool. Marisa loves the water and is truly a water baby. They are officially napping and then we are going to dinner. Keep checking back for more updates about our trip to paradise.

Day One in Paradise

So we made it to paradise yesterday at 3:23pm Maui time. The kids were awesome on the plane. People were even complimenting their behavior they were so outstanding. Matt and I agree...they were exceptional! Once we were greeted by Papa Dave and Nana with our beautiful tradional Hawaiian Leis, got our luggage, picked up our beach buggy...AKA PT Cruiser, we were headed to Wailea Beach. AWESOME! We had a delicious dinner provided by McDonald's. The kids went to bed and were awake at 3:27 a.m., that would be 8:27 a.m. in Missouri. The Easter Bunny did however manage to find Marisa & Elliott here in Maui and brought them so many wonderful books, swim gear, and candy. Nana fixed us a wonderful breakfast of Waffles and Eggs then it was time head to the beach. They loved it!!! We've got 2 fish on our hands. I am pretty sure Papa Dave and Matt were exhausted after our two hours of fun at the beach. Sorry I do not have any pictures at the beach...they are on Papa's camera. I am sure to get some tomorrow. Well it is 2:30 a.m. in Missouri and I better get some sleep before the kids wake up on Missouri time again. Much Aloha!

The Countdown is On!!!

Our bags are packed. We are going out to dinner. Tomorrow bright and early we board a plane bound for paradise. Life is good!

Packing up...

If you are a frequent follower of our blog which I don't feel many are as I don't keep up with it very often but, I assure you beginning this weekend and for at least a week I will be posting everyday. We are about to embark on a great adventure and will post about each exciting day...Check back for more details.