Friday, January 22, 2010

Pictures of Vacations Past continued... Hawaii

This made us chuckle... I believe this lava flow occurred in 2003 and has blocked off an entire road along the coast of the big island of Hawaii.


I don't know what this plant is, but it's gorgeous AND growing on old lava! You go plant!


The most awesome bromeliad I have ever seen! Maui, Hawaii

Friday, January 15, 2010

As we plan our next vacation...

Badlands, South Dakota


Lady Slipper Orchid, Mackinaw Island


Lupine growing in Olympic National Park, Washington

Sunset over Pacific Ocean-Olympic National Park, Wasington


Dave's Backpacker magazine shot, South Dakota


Dave and I just bought our tickets to Orlando, FL for the first week in March! Last February, we went to Florida to explore the east coast and down to Key West. Although, I was a self proclaimed Florida hater (it seemed like such a "typical" vacation spot!), I can admit when I am wrong. So, here it is...are you listening Dave??? I WAS WRONG. :) This year we are setting out to explore the west coast and with any luck make it back down to Key West. It's amazing how a little sunshine and warmth in the winter time can change your attitude! So, as we start to plan this vacation and as I long for our next to the Grand Canyon, I started to look through some old pictures and want to share some of my favorites from our past adventures. More are on Dave's computer, so stay tuned!