Hello Hawaii

 The view from our condo's balcony.

Lunch at Duke's

A few self portraits.

 

 

Lots of swimming.

 Walks out to the point.

 

 Beautiful flowers.

Whale watching.

 Relaxing.

 A drive up to Waimea Canyon.

 

 Snorkeling.

 

 

Kilauea Lighthouse.

Chickens everywhere!

Ali's 1st Dance Competition

Ali tried out for "Soda Pops" last summer. It's the youngest performing team at the studio where she has been taking lessons for the last 5 years. She tried out with her cousin Natalie and her buddy, Alexis... they all made it! It has been so fun for all of them.

Ali & Alexis

Joining this team has been quite a commitment (for all of us!). Practice is two nights a week for an hour and a half... with different fundraisers, pictures, & performances throughout the year.

Today was the first competition for the girls. Ali was a bit nervous and very excited! She loves her jazz number; they all do! And you can really tell when they're on the stage. Their energy and enthusiasm makes it so fun to watch. 

Natalie & Ali in the front row.

This dance won 2nd place for their division! Yay! So proud of your hard work Ali! :)

Happy Birthday, Alison!

My first born is TEN!

Happy Birthday Beautiful Girl!

Since today was such a special birthday; double digits! we celebrated BIG! We took Ali and a few friends to Wings and Waves waterpark. It was a great day! It was such a fun place, and the kids had a blast!

This was one happy (not so little) girl. :)