One of the Usual Suspects
Hoe wa’a or Hawaiian outrigger canoe paddling is a material part the Hawaiian islands and its people. I am lucky in that in my hometown, Waimea, Kauai, Hoe wa’a is part of everyday life. I get to observe it, first-hand, most days. The Kilohana Canoe Club on Kauai is located where the Waimea River meets Read More…
It is a pleasant surprise when something blossoming comes as promised. In this instance, the blossoming is the return of flowering orchids to the yard. Over the years, I had contemplated the possibility of adding orchids to the backyard of the WaimeaBeachHouse. Our home is located on the island of Kauai in the state of Read More…
It is Boxing Day on the Island of Kaua’i. Coming into full bloom this morning at the WaimeaBeachHouse, is a flower on our Kaua’ian hibiscus bush. Planted in 2021, the bush began flowering in February of 2023. A Post about the plant is located [here]. The Kaua’ian hibiscus is endemic to Kauai. There are only Read More…