I'm sure you can imagine how busy we've been! I will be adding kids' comments, notes home, and observations as they come in (as time permits). I did see the comments some of you wrote, and I'll pass along the messages to the kids.
In a nutshell, Ventura was wonderful, as was the VMCCCC, and the concerts went exceedingly well at both the Ventura Center for Spiritual Learning and with the Ventura Choir. I have video that I will put up when I can.
The travel day yesterday began nicely with a tour of LA's sights and lunch at the Santa Monica Pier but then the travelling to Hawaii part was long and exhausting, especially for group 2. But we're here and we had the treat of having the full traditional welcome to Hawaii when we got off the planes, which included a Hawaiian presenting us with fresh flower leis.
Today we hit the ground running and hiked up the Diamond Head Crater (some faster than others) and then we took a catamaran sail around the coast of Waikiki. Everyone had a great time, and we even saw dolphins swimming and jumping!
An aside: The staff got tickled at the fact that one of the things the kids got really excited about was the fancy toilets at our Waikiki hotel (complete with heated seats and bidet!)
Our internet access was patchy during the travel days, but now we're at the Festival I'll be able to give more regular updates and I'll also upload pictures every chance I get. BTW, all the postcards you've seen can't hold a candle to the real thing!
Mahalo!
Brianne
from THENDRAL
7/15
Dear People,
How have you been doing since you wrote on the blog? I have been doing EXTREMELY well in Hawaii. We hiked up the Diamondhead crater this morning, and the view was beautiful. We also went on a catamaran sail. I also had lots of pineapple for lunch! I will try to keep you posted!
Love, Thendral
11 comments:
Hey Amelia,
I hear you are having a GREAT time.
I want to say YEAH, Amelia! I am very proud of you. I can't wait to see the photos of things you all are doing. Love, Mom
Thanks for the post, Brianne! Glad to hear everyone arrived safely . . . eventually.
Olivia, we can't wait to hear all the details! Take lots of pictures. Love: Mom, Dad, & Abby
Dani, Hope you had a great time on the hike and that you REALLY enjoyed the catamaran sail. Jealous! We wish we were sailing too! Enjoy those great hotel rooms! Love Mom
Hi Dani, This is your dad! It sounds like you are having a great time. I wish we were there having fun, singing Weekee Watchee Onalana WooHoo songs just to embarrass you!! Love, Dad
Here is my own little blog from Hawaii if you want to see....
http://indecaturga.blogspot.com/
Hey MARGARET!! We miss you, but it seems like the tour is absolutely fabulous! You will love seeing all the pics. We miss you here - all the Kids4Peace have gone back home, Bridget is in Ann Arbor, and Erin Rose, Daddy and I find it very quiet. So sing loud for us!! Miss you love you xoxoxo Mom
AYSC/Brianne - Great log and photos - I hope you keep it up because it is so fun to see the kids having such a great time and being fabulous performers! THANKS for all you are doing!
The Johnsons
Hi Singers and Staff-
I miss you guys and I can't wait to hear how the festival goes. Meanwhile, Shimi and I are holding down the fort. She's a good gatekeeper, really earning her sweat equity! Aloha!
Beth
Brianne,
Thanks for the post. Glad to hear from the group. You are doing a great job with the blog. Keep it up. Enjoy your trip.
Renu Govindaraj.
Hi Ellie:
We all miss you, Hagrid most of all!! It looks like you are having a wonderful time and I can't wait to hear all about it. Have fun, work hard and enjoy every minute. BTW, your brother is so jealous.
Love, Mom
Thendral,
I am happy that you are EXTREMELY well in Hawaii. It's very quite in the house without you. There is no piano and singing sound. Take lots of pictures. I can't wait to hear all the stories from you.
Enjoy your trip!
Love, Mom
Hi Thendral,
I am glad you are having fun.You made it to Hawaii before I did. Take lots of pictures so that I can see them.
How are the Pineapples there? Taste any different?
Have a ball.
Love
Mommy
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