January 9, 2003
Every morning started with a nice run along our beach.
early morning sun
coconut
...a new day has begun!
Getting into our vehicle to drive up the big volcano Haleakala.
Halfways up is a nice crater outlook
The crater is enormous, with peaks reaching well above the clouds.
In the far distance, a trail winding its way across the bottom.
reaching the summit
We hiked a few hours along "Sliding Sands".
lava can have many colors
stopping for lunch
A pretty unfriendly place for any living being...
...and quite sharp for bare feet.
Moving on down the trail
in the progress of arranging a photo
All happy after a nice day out.
Packing up and driving back home.
...red dust...
driving past a pineapple field near Makawao
A yummy dinner; Mahi Mahi, New York steak, and Ahi Tuna...
...with snaps!
The night is falling. The moon seems to have fallen, too.
We're off to the beach for a beer...
...and a swim.
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