Week Word: Therapeutic and Cynosure
We have the pleasure of having 2 week words this week! Therapeutic, provided by Domestic Scribbles and Cynosure suggested by Junebug’s Musings.
Therapeutic, well my definition of therapeutic is relaxation. I had the good fortune to have that experience this summer in Hawaii!
Hawaii
I also find gazing, painting, growing or whatever with flowers is so therapeutic!
Hawaii Garden
Cynosure, if you are not familiar with tis word(I wasn’t!), here is the definition: a person or thing that is the center of attention or admiration .
Upon reading this definition, I immediately thought of a bride and groom.
Bride and Groom
At a wedding, they are royalty. Who isn’t filled with admiration when gazing at the newlywed couple?
Read more at: Odd Guy Out.
Hawaiian Week: Finale
I would like to comment on my experiences for the last part of my trip, which was to Hana, Maui. My husband and I have traveled there before and loved it. It is on a side of the island that is a bit difficult to get to. Either you need to drive a winding, mountainous road, or fly a small plane to get there. It is a lovely, chilled community on the eastern coast that is inhabited by mainly Hawaiians. This is highly unusual for Hawaii. Most communities are vastly populated by other ethnic groups than the original Hawaiians. There is basically 1 hotel in Hana, again run mainly by Hawaiians and that is where we stayed. We got to be friends with a few of the lovely people. What was shocking to find out was that there is a movement in Hawaii to save the Hawaiian tradition of songs, dances, stories, and culture because for 80 years in the 1800′s, the native people of Hawaii were forbidden to celebrate their cultur,e and many aspects of their way of life were lost. At the hotel in Hana, the culture is celebrated through dance and music, which is definitely helping to restore their traditions. We especially were enamored with CJ Helekahi, a Hawaiian musician.
Check out this video of him singing and he has a wonderful CD in iTunes, Ka Mahina.
Hawaiian Week: Part 3
Walking About
It was a day of walking about, swimming, shopping, and basically soaking in the florals and the Hawaiian sun!
Pool
I found the coolest earrings in my shopping adventure today. When traveling, I always try and find the local artist guild to locate the best local artists. In Paia, I found a small guild with some especially unique jewelry made from flowers, yes made from flowers, not a sketch painting, likeness, made from the actual flower petals.
Earrings
These little gem earrings are made by Joan Mercer, “Floral Artist” from Kahului, Hawaii. She has a magnificent garden and takes the petals from her flowers and makes jewelry and wind chimes from them. How cool!
Wearing my new earrings!
More over the weekend, have a great Saturday!
Read more at: I’m Back!
Hawaiian Week: Part 2
Going to Yoga
Got up this morning to a bright blue sky, fresh wind, birds chirping and ready for yoga! Great way to start the day, especially outdoors with the Pacific Ocean in the distance!
View From Yoga Mat
What a sky!! We decided to explore the famous Maui Up Country and drove to a Lavender Farm. Unbelievable view, awesome flowers(discovered that I have lavender growing in my Margate NJ yard, who would have known??), and leisurely but gorgeous trails.
Lavender Farm View
Trail
Then off to the Botanical Gardens down the road for another set of leisurely, but gorgeous trails.
Botanical Gardens
Hawaii is known for its’ flowers. Everywhere you walk, drive, or bike there are more flowers. The trees, the bushes, even weeds have beautiful flowers peeking through!! Truly inspiring.
Awesome Gardens
To be continued…
Read more at: Skies.
Hawaiian Week: Part 1
Clouds
I really saw clouds from both sides yesterday. I haven’t posted for several days since I was so busy preparing for our Hawaiian trip! Yesterday was a marathon day of flying. Traveling from Philadelphia to Maui is not short of a miracle. So many miles, so many clouds, so much sitting, but well worth it!
Today was our first full day of this paradise island. First breakfast in an open air relaxed dining area with a breath taking view.
Waking
Then a short walk and yoga.
Fish
Beach and meandering around the island.
Hibiscus
Dinner at a cool veg restaurant, then driving home in an amazing sunset admiring the clouds!
Sunset
Still jet lagged but having the time of my life!
Me!
More to come!!
Read more at: Vacation Time
Inspiration Thursday: Getting Ready
Margate Beach at Sunrise
I have been so very busy getting ready for our big trip on Tuesday!! Because of all my preparations, I will not be able to post again until some time next week from Hawaii (tee hee!!)
Good summer vacation to all my lovely followers!!
Read some real inspirations at: The Ocean in the Morning.
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