It's been fun having my parents here. We've been able to gorge ourselves in a plethora of restaurants which is always a hoot and a few days ago we were able to drive up to the volcano to watch the sunrise. That meant we had to leave the comforts of my parents beautiful condo at 4am and prepare for 40 degree weather and a 10,000 feet elevation. We weren't quite prepared for the temperature drop but the numbness I experienced in my toes was well worth it in the end. The sunrise was absolutely gorgeous! On the ride down we decided it would be a great day to relax on the beach thaw which was lovely. Nice having myself a bit of a tan for a change. Crazy how that doesn't seem to be the case most of the time (AND I LIVE on Maui..what's up with that?!) We also went on another whale watching adventure which was fun but sadly didn't beat our first experience. We saw us some more whales but nothing like the first trip. We then took a little trip to Iao Valley which is the rainiest spot on Maui and ever so beautiful. There is a neat-O rock formation that they call The Needle...

Now my parents are in Haiku with me which I think was an easy change for them since it's so similar to their condo in Kaanapali :) :) We're heading over to Hana later this morning to spend the night in a wee little cabin for the night. We'll get in some hiking and sight seeing along with some swimming in the Seven Sacred Pools. I'm ever so excited to go on a hike since I have yet to experience one here on Maui. Time to work on my calves and glutes :)

( A little Bubba's Shrimp dinner hit the spot beautifully...darn tasty I must admit!)

(My dad's new souvenir...thought it would be better than a Maui t-shirt from an ABC store.)