Part II: PolynesiaWe spent our first day on Oahu at the Polynesian Cultural Center, which was very fun, very educational and a great introduction to Hawaii. Did you know that Hawaii was part of Polynesia? I sure didn’t! (This doesn’t bode well for my students, I know.)Seven Polynesian islands are showcased in the form of a series of villages: … [Read more...]
Thoughts of Oahu
Part I: the ParticularsOur weeklong stay on Oahu was, for my husband and me, a brief but fairly comprehensive introduction to our 50th state.Let’s get this out of the way right now: I cried when we left Hawaii.It was just that perfect a vacation.It is just that beautiful a state.Hawaii is proof of God’s goodness, love and incredible artistry. Words … [Read more...]