May 14, 2009

Aloha!

I think everyone should get to spend ten days a year in Hawaii. I'm having a devil of a time thinking of a witty way to present this vacation (probably because the snorkeling pictures haven't been developed yet...and will involve another post with "vomit" in the title), so I think I'll just stick to the facts:



1. Spending time with the Bradshaw's is one of my most favorite things to do! Especially when it involves burrying Sam in the sand, building a sweet beach shack out of drift wood, getting shaved ice from Matsumoto's Grocery store, or snorkeling in six inch waters with my sister (tragically, we didn't get a photo of that, but the people watching the ridiculous site will probably have it engraved in their memories forever).

2. Sam and Colin are both experts with a light saber. Colin makes a great Batman. Jane can belly dance, play the violin, and climb like a pro. Charlie can take 13 steps at a time.


3. Justin has officially replaced me as the favorite. How can I compete when he is the ultimate tickle monster, can pick the kids up and play them like a guitar, and can match any of them at climbing trees? Although I think I may have proven myself in both red rover and colored eggs. The big bad wolf seemed to really like calling out my color.





4. Volcanoes are cool. We watched one erupt, explored through a dark lava tube, and climbed to the top of one. (Not bad for 6 months pregnant!)



5. Waterfalls are also cool.
6. Snorkeling is fun.
7. I should not ever go on a boat (ironic that I married a sailor--more to come on this particular topic).
8. Napping in the car is a good way to rejuvenate.
9. Mangos are free in Hawaii if you park next to the right tree.
10. Hanging out with Justin is never boring.

Em and Dan--thanks for providing us with food, shelter, edited videos, and lots of fun!

7 comments:

jocie said...

i've been replaced as the favorite too. boys always win that. boo... but i'm so glad you had a great time!

Kristi said...

So cute. I wish I had prego pics in Hawaii! Your belly is stinkin' cute! And I can't believe you are due so soon. You're tiny! Glad you were able to make that trip. So fun!

Thad and Roz said...

Can I just say that you are the cutest little pregnant girl. I knew you would be but I have been wanting to see pics. Love your blog lady. Miss you!

JWolfgramm said...

great pictures!!! Looks like you guys had so much fun! Can't believe you climbed to the top of a volcano 6 months pregnant! good job!

Ali said...

Are you really pregnant? I'm not convinced by any of your pictures. By the way, we're getting closer to making our decision for fellowship - we might be heading your way!

Emily said...

Bethy!!! It's fun to relive our adventures. Though I don't think anyone else will ever realize how funny our snorkel trip was -- perhaps the humor was intensified by the fact I was laughing through a snorkel. Thanks again for coming! You guys are the best. We miss you. Transfer to Honolulu!

Allie said...

I would have really loved to see you and Emily try to snorkel in extremely shallow water. Your pictures are amazing. I also enjoyed reading your snorkeling adventure. Oh the life you lead and the tales you tell!