Catching up...

Wow... its been quite some time since I last posted - sorry! Busy schedule. :/

I'll start off with the pics and fill in the best I can recall :)

Several weeks ago Monty's friend Pam came for a visit. We all had a great time hanging out and exploring the island. One of the best things to do is to check out the local icecream and Bubbies is as good as it gets :)

Pam, my cuz Vinnie and me enjoying some delicious watermelon soju! :) Best tasting soju and its at this place/bar called Duck BUTT. Yes, no kidding, Duck Butt! 

At Duck Butt, they are known for their pupus (appetizers) - this one is the seafood pancake. Sounds like an awful combo but its surprisingly delicious :)

How can I not take cuz V to see Makapu'u point.. geez - I love it here

Pineapple icecream with fresh pineapples at the Dole Cannery - super delish :) 

Arizona Memorial

My schedule with the Children's Alliance is M-F 8-11 and Sats from 8-12. Unfortunately on Aug 20 I wasn't able to work the morning so the boss said no worries, she needed help in the evening at an event instead. When I arrived at the Honolulu Arts Museum, I found that I was to talk to the guests before and after a musical performance of the Hot Club of Hulaville and John Jorgenson.  What a wonderful evening of great music. I am truly loving my life out here. :)

Went parasailing - again. I absolutely love it. Parasailing is so much fun! :)

I took cuz to see the view from the Pali Lookout again. Isn't it amazing?

Saw this recipe on the Sunset Magazine site and thought Judy and I should make it for the next potluck. Unfortunately, no BevMo on the island - couldn't find all the ingredients so we had to improvise. Still came out great. 

In Santa Clara every Wednesday there is a meditation night that is hosted by the Mehta family and it is open to anyone and everyone.  I decided to start a Honolulu meditation night - instead of out of my home, we meet on the beach at Ala Moana - isn't this a LOVELY location for meditation? We are blessed here in Hawaii. :)  

We saw a flyer for a Shakespeare performance outdoors at the Mission Houses Museum. Great backdrop and a wonderful evening. Slight issue not being able to hear all the performers, otherwise outstanding. :)

We had a free night so Judy and I walked all around Waikiki - we ended up at the Halekulani Hotel - one of (if not the only) 4-diamond resorts on the island. Beautiful hotel, would love to stay - visit places like this when I travel someday.

Beautiful, colorful art everywhere we go. :)

This picture doesn't do it justice but the night sky here in Hawaii is just amazing. We see so many stars and when the moon is full, it truly lights up the night sky. :)

Delicious and refreshing Rum Punch at Soul De Cuba - i stopped by after buying tix across the street for the Gabriel Iglesias show in Dec. :)

Again, another photo that does not do justice to the actual view. This picture was taken from Tantalus.  Its comparable to the Twin Peaks view of San Fran. Breathtaking. 

When cuz Vinnie came, somehow my door broke/fell off. Took over a month to find someone to help put it back on :/

tsunami exhibit at the Bishop Museum - fun

View of the Bishop Museum - gorgeous brick building - lots of people get married here

caught my eye.. it looks so real

an actual island hut!

Feather Man!!! EEK - i would not want to see this guy somewhere!

I've been so busy lately that I haven't actually cooked in a while.  It was nice  to  finally head to a friend's potluck and of course I made my specialty: Indian style chicken and potato eggrolls. Traditionally the outside would be a triangular shaped stuffed tortilla but its easier this way.  

Took this picture so I can show my friends back in Cali how long my hair has gotten - it used to be super short.  We were headed out to downtown, chinatown.  Bamboo 2 was having a special drinks night in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. 

Beautiful centerpieces we set together this past weekend.  Annual fundraising gala for the Children's Alliance of Hawaii.

The gala was held a the Royal Hawaiian  - what a beautiful backdrop for a gala

Me and my awesome friends who helped with the silent auction and the cleanup. Thanks girls! :)