Nine of us, 8/19/16

Nine of us managed to agree to a day of going around photographing parts of our island. Derek thanks for herding Milton S., Dean, Steven, Curtis, Walter, Angie and Dewey and myself.

First stop, 7:00 breakfast at Windward Mall's Big City Diner.

Second stop, Kualoa Beach...Chinaman's Hat

(to the right it looks like an island similar to a turtle, however it is not an island it just appears to look like that)

 Noticed there were people fishing for Oama

Not sure about this cool tree.

Third stop, Laie Point...

There is a story about 2 lovers who were forced to separate and thus formed Beach Naupaka and Mountain Naupaka. Each flower only has half a circle. I have not seen the Mountain Naupaka which would have the top half.

Warrior 2 pose, I can see why this photographer chose this location.

 Too funny, Curtis and I could see our reflection in Dean's sunglasses.

Fourth stop, (attempted) but no luck in finding parking at Shark's Cove.

Fifth stop, Haleiwa Alii Beach Park, more fishing for Oama. Second person on the left caught one.

Sixth stop, Cholos for lunch. I was enjoying my blended Strawberry Margarita to take any photos.

Last stop, Wahiawa Botanical Garden...

 The little leaf was there although my friends claimed that I placed it on the larger leaf.

Was it fun or was it fun? It was fun! Thanks again Derek for arranging our expedition.

Rainbow Shower Trees, 50x50x50 challenge, 6/19-6/23/16

Sunday, June 19...

My cousin Marilyn asked if I could take photos of the beautiful Rainbow Shower trees that she enjoys seeing at the University of Hawaii. Before going out, we had our picture taken next to this huge calligraphy in Lincoln Hall.

Marilyn shared that the calligrapher is SANO Tankyu and this piece was created in 1978 and was donated to the East West Center permanent art collection.

The word is harmony. I took this photo from "The Spirit of the Chinese Character", a book I cherish.

Voila: the rainbow shower trees

Monday, June 20...Day 1/50

I decided to challenge myself on Facebook as my friend Tyson Oshiro does on Facebook...
He is currently doing a 50x50x50 (50photos/in50days/with a 50mm lens)
This photo was actually taken on Saturday, June 18. I call it "Moon Framed"

Tuesday, June 21...Day 2/50

Photo of our State Capital from the grounds of Iolani Palace. Here you can see both the Coat of Arms symbolizing Hawaii's past as a Kingdom as well as the State Seal symbolizing Hawaii's present and future as a State within the democracy of the United States.

Wednesday, June 22...Day 3/50

Byodo-In Temple: Valley of the Temples- Kaneohe, Hawaii

I like this one but I think the above is more interesting.

Before going home, I stopped by Hoomaluhia Botanical Garden, these photos are in their large exhibit room. I have been taking photos with some guys and we decided to do a show. There are 77 photos and on Thursday, June 30 we will be removing them for another group.

Thursday, June 23...Day 4/50

La`ie Point, North Shore, Oahu
I really like this place and had a hard time choosing one photo. I am sorry the 50mm lens was not wide enough to capture the complete island.  FYI, the word for hole is "puka" - so this island has a puka.

I had a fun day with Tracey: going to La`ie Point and Giovanni's Shrimp Truck. I am happy she is 5'9" and able to write our names on their truck

7 Day Nature Challenge, 3/6-3/12/16 (Round 2)

These excerpts are from my Facebook wall.

Day 1/7 of the 7 Day Nature Challenge. #challengeonnaturephotography. 

I've been nominated by Caroline Bond Davis. This photo was taken around 6:30 am from Lanai Lookout.

Day 2/7 of the 7 Day Nature Challenge. #challengeonnaturephotography.
I nominate Lance Wong to share his nature photos (does not have to be current ones). Have a wonderful day everyone!!!

Day 3/7 of the 7 Day Nature Challenge. #challengeonnaturephotography.

Day 4/7 of the 7 Day Nature Challenge. #challengeonnaturephotography.
Waipi`o Valley on the island of Hawaii (waipi`o means curved water)

Day 5/7 of the 7 Day Nature Challenge. #challengeonnaturephotography.
This marmot was taken in Osoyoos, BC when I was visiting my good friend Rocky Agozzino.

Day 6/7 of the 7 Day Nature Challenge. #challengeonnaturephotography.

Day 7/7 of the 7 Day Nature Challenge. #challengeonnaturephotography.
I am very touched by all the likes I have been receiving for this nature challenge.  Thank you very much!!! Thank you Caroline Bond Davis for nominating me. This photo was made on November 10, 2007. A photo instructor said, "me make photos instead of we take photos".

Sunrise from Lanikai Beach, 2/13/16

Sunrise from Lanikai Beach. I heard the sunrise would appear between the islands Moku Nui and Moku Iki. 

After breakfast Derek drove Milton S. and me back to his place. So happy to see this caterpillar.

And Derek's water lilies...

7 Day Nature Challenge, 12/22-28/15

Facebook friends were challenging each other to take the 7 Day Nature Challenge. These are mine. Admittedly I did not take these during those 7 days, I went with the suggestion of a friend just post a nature photo each day. Okay, I can do that.

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Day 6

Day 7

I thanked Debbie Azama-Park and Eddie Freeman for nominating me. I ended my last post with "Everyone please take the challenge. Beauty surrounds us." By the way this last photo was of Akaka Falls and the black and white clown fish was taken at the Honolulu Aquarium.

Honolulu City Lights, 12/12/15

Wow, how did this year go by so quickly? This annual event is on the grounds of our City Hall "Honolulu Hale"

To the left of the big tree...

To the right of the big tree

Inside of Honolulu Hale. With the Fuji X-T10, I chose only reds. 

I was thrilled when I saw her happiness.

Just a portion of a wreath.

I hope December 2016 does not come as quickly as this year did.