You're in pretty good shape for the shape you're in! Dr. Seuss

 

Day 2

(oops! Day 3 got posted before day 2! So sorry!)

Not bad for a bunch of old folks!

We started our day with a Hike to the top of Diamond Head, a 750 Ft extinct volcanic peak. It’s a ¾ mile trail, which sounds like a short stroll, but it is a formidable, upward accent with numerous stairs to climb as well as a few tunnels. The top is an incredible 360 degree panoramic view. On our way down we ran into a 30 something couple sitting on a bench. They asked Lou about the difficulty of the climb. Lou said it was challenging but “You could do it”. The wife, who was a bit unsure about the climb, said 3 times to her husband, “Look at his shirt” or “Did you see his shirt?” I guess Lou’s Chicago marathon shirt may have intimidated her just a bit!

After a quick coffee shop breakfast, we packed up and said goodbye to Waikiki. Strange how all those clothes fit so easily into that suitcase just days before but not today. Must be the pair of sparkly flip flops I bought.

We took the scenic route to Turtle Bay North Shore. We settled in, explored the area and beaches nearby. We watched the incredible waves and gorgeous sunset at Waimea beach. (Waimea- pronounced like an Italian whine) At about 6:30 the lifeguards announced that they were leaving and if you weren’t a strong swimmer you should get out but if not and you got in trouble, you should call 911, ask for the fire department and hope they could find you in the dark or you’d be kissing a certain body part good-bye. We decided it best to leave!

We heard that eating at the food trucks was the way to go so we got dinner at a nearby Thai food truck. We were a little worried when we saw a few scrawny cats running in and out beneath the truck but were much relieved when they were still there after we got our order! The food was great!

We were confused when we couldn’t find a bottle of wine to have with dinner but soon learned that we were in a dry town! The lady at the grocery store took one look at B and said, “Did anyone tell you how to find alcohol?” Wonder what gave us away?

Good food, good wine and chocolates at condo. Tomorrow is another day!