Life As I Know It: Maui: Family Vacation in March

In early March, Wade, Tai, and I had the opportunity to share a great week on Maui with my folks (Terry and Linda) in one of their beautiful ocean view units at the Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort.

While we were there, our adjoining rooms shared the same amazing morning and evening views (and every sunny, overcast, and rainy moment in between).

We spent our days snorkeling, golfing, boogie-boarding, watching whales, dining out, and exploring. We had a great time!

Before heading over to Ka'anapali, Wade, Tai, and I spent two great nights at The Inn At Mama's Fish House. We had a huge, non-ocean-front room that was airy and open.

At my insistance, we took a drive up the Hana Highway - 600+ turns and over 60 bridges in about 40 miles. It was fun? (Well, I thought it was!)

On the way, we stopped at a small village and walked out onto an amazing lava flow...

We went to the Blue Pool which actually does exist (despite the many hand written signs along the way that said it didn't!). We were glad we ignored the signs and kept going!

We made it all the way to the 7 Sacred Pools... not the highlight of the drive, but kind of fun. Tai and I went sort of "off trail" and found a water chute. Tai was brave and young (read, "reckless") enough to give it a try... Twice. He'd definitely tell you that once was enough. Ouch!

On the west side of Maui, at Ka'anapali, we relaxed on the beach...

Hung out together and watched the sunset...

And, went "fishing" for Koi...

We also went on a whale watching trip - even though we didn't see many close up, my folks did on an earlier trip. (Photos from both trips are included in the Whale Watch posting.)

Dan's Greenhouse is a little greenhouse (hence the name!) and exotic bird hang-out. The birds are beautiful and amazing! (See more photos in Dan's Greenhouse posting)

Here I am with a female cock-a-too (at least I think that's what she is)

It was a great family week! And, like all good things, we just couldn't get enough of it. We are already scheming ways to return sooner, rather than later!