Potpourri 2

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Celebrating the day with friends, Waimea Canyon, Kauai

 It's time to find a home for some of the photos taken over the past 2 weeks in Hawaii.  These include time on both Oahu and Kauai.
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Rainy, channeling the rain, Waimea Canyon.


Waimea Canyon, Kauai


Correct posture for watching spinner dolphins from bow of boat, Kauai.  However, caution should be taken when choosing a reputable captain and boat to protect the dolphins.

Napali

Near Poipu Beach, Kauai

Nene, wondering what all the fuss is about

Look, you go 3000 miles away from Logan, pick a random beach on an island in the Pacific, and you DON"T expect to run into the makers of Caroline's favorite rye bread!  Crumb Brothers owners Rudy and Luba (here pictured with Caroline, Jordy, and Tessa)!


Natasha letting us help with a field trip to the UH art department!

Natasha giving Caroline driving lessons, Moanalua Bay.

Biki Bike, a docked bike program in downtown Honolulu.

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