Thanks, Giving. Giving, thanks.

Winter has set in - the rains have subsided today, the sun struggling to gain back it's place in our sky.  The garden is literally soaking in the water, hoping it's not too much - is there such a thing as too much water?  Yes.  As the sun peeks through to dry the saturated earth, I go outside to feel warmth of the rays on my face - it's like I'm stepping into a sauna, but one that makes me happy to feel moisture between my toes, my rubber slippers wet and sticky.  Not suffocated, in fact, the opposite.

Change of seasons brings icky sickies, but just zap it with Oil of Oregano and probable OD on Vitamin A.  Again!  Not too much, Keala, moderation is key:  in everything.

Convention anticipation - be READY, WILLING, HEARING, LISTENING.  No need to worry about the natural stuff, focus on what matters.

These ramblings make me feel like my Mama and Grandma Jesse.  I read their journal entries with tears, feels too intimate, I'm intruding on their thoughts.  But then, I am THANKFUL:  I realize - the best in me comes from them.

Serendipitous, Bachi, Murphy's Law, or whatever you call it.

All it takes is for me to accept it and post it on my blog!  :)

Moloka'i is a NO GO.  I repeat, Moloka'i is a NO GO.

Job fell through, so now what?  I will admit to some bit of relief.

The Stages Of Grief.

Hey Y'all!

Decided to tag along with Terry while he works out at the Stewarts' for the week...it's nice to get away for a little while and enjoy the quiet. 

Didn't realize how nature filled this little excursion would be, with mosquitos feasting on every exposed part of Kawenas body, and her waking up to a 'scorpion-turned-out-to-be-a-rather-large-centipede' fiasco.  :)  Ahhh, the joys of living on a tropical Island!  Although I suppose we are spoiled in Waimea, with it being too cold for most of these little creatures (yet another reason why I love it there).

But all in all, it's been an amazing time so far - took the girls in to Hilo to explore a bit, hit up the Zoo in what takes all of an hour to see, and some hiking around the property.  Campfire and roasted marshmallows are on the agenda once night falls!

On another note, things are moving along with our possible move to....drum roll please...Moloka'i!  I have wavered back and forth between absolutely wanting this to happen, dreading the very thought, to submitting to whatever is meant to happen.  Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance means I am processing this possible move with an attitude of grief?  I suppose; Waimea is home in my heart, but I understand it may be time for us to move on...

Hope all is well with you!

Love,
Mrs. C

Thoughts on a Thursday Evening

Saw a gnarly accident yesterday morning, and decided I would NEVER live next to a main road. Ever.

Had a beautiful anniversary breakfast with my beautiful Hubby at Hawaiian Style Cafe. It was nice being there in the really early AM, observing the regulars; quite a different scene from the normal rush of malahini during brunch/lunch hour. We shared a portuguese sausage/ham omelet covered in gravy, a side of hash browns (yes, Hubby's choice - you know me and my RICE), and who could forget...the monster sized pancakes. Yuuuummmmm.

Loved the ride home with the girls today, and the time it provides for useless conversations. Today's went like this:
Calista - "Mom, we rehearsed our body parts play today."
Me - "Oh cool! Do you know what part you are playing yet?"
Kawena - "I hope Sissy is the heart, cuz I like my heart."
Me - "Oh yes, I love your heart too, honey."
Calista - "The heart would be cool! But we don't know yet. I hope I'm the brain."
Me - "Brain would be awesome! I wonder who is going to play the butt?"
Calista - "MOM! There is no butt in our play."
Me - "Well, there should be. It's an important part of our bodies. Without it, we couldn't stand or walk!"
Calista - "Ok, if someone needed to be the butt, it should be _ _. _." (identity of Calista's teacher protected)

I know her reasoning is innocent - her teacher would play the part with the most dignity (if there is such a thing, when it comes to this) and has the confidence to pull it off. But I thought it was hilarious.

:-D

Have a great Friday all!