Unchanged

Pescadero, Northern California (circa 2009)

Afternoon Glow

Here's another picture from my time in Seattle. Though I love the light at sunrise, it's the glow of the setting sun, just as the afternoon starts receding into the evening, that really works for me. There's something about that time of day that makes everything pop: colors are more saturated, shadows are light enough to enhance and define, and everything seems bathed in gold. In my opinion, it's when the world looks best.

Think Different

Dry Land Kalo

Hawaiians are linked closely with kalo, also known as taro. Kalo is believed to have the greatest life force of all foods. According to the Kumulipo (the creation chant), kalo grew from the first-born son of Wakea (sky father) and Papa (earth mother). Haloa-naka, as the son was named, was stillborn and buried. Out of his body grew the kalo plant, also called Haloa, which means everlasting breath.

HC&S

Another picture of the Pu'unene Mill.  Perhaps to someone who doesn't live here, it looks like any other plant or factory.  It's hard to explain, but for many of us that see the mill on a daily basis, it restores our sense of tradition and generates a feeling of comfort.  It's as if the smoke is signaling we're still here.

Keokea

Heading from Ulupalakua to Keokea for a cup of coffee at Grandma's.

Seattle

Seattle?  Yes, even though Maui is paradise, other destinations beckon.  I spent significant time in Seattle this past year and fell in love with the city.  So much beauty, so much culture, so much to do.  I took hundreds of photos during my time there, and from time to time I'll post some of my favorites.

This is the Seattle Aquarium.  I was walking along at sunset and stopped in my tracks when I came across this scene.  Between the colors of the sky, the reflection in the windows, and the glow of the lightposts, I felt like I'd stepped into a painting...a moment in time I won't forget.