Lazarow World-Hike-About

A view or is that a view? Contemplating up and over The 'skinny' beaches of Na Pali Our path goes that way up This is reputed to be one of the best hikes in all of Hawaii. Unfortunately, we only had plans for a day hike, completing a third of the twenty-two mile out-and-back track. It usually requires camping at least one night but usually more. It’s a busy trail, the first two miles that is, as it takes the hiker to the beach in a challenging manner. Thereafter, we only noticed four other hikers as we climbed the very narrow and often muddy trail. The mud hinders one and detracts from the occasion but not sufficient to deter one. It is, as we have mentioned ad nauseum, a superb area. It would not be difficult to live on this ‘garden island’. New Jersey, Garden State, 'interesting'. Weeping Cliffs We arrived at the trailhead and noticed another great beach . What to do? We could not ignore such a wonderful opportunity. To hike or to the beach. That was the...

My mermaid A beautiful spot near Poipu Beach We are feeling a little goofy today . We don’t know why and might not even be sure what that means. After spending yesterday in the bog…no, that should be swamps, not forgetting the mud and slippery slopes, perhaps the mind needs realignment. In fact, for the first time ever, we thought of informing our editor that she should sleep on the couch. Then we had a re-think. We would be the loser. We could not bear the idea of not sharing her bed. We decided to give her another chance and trust that she will choose wisely in future. Actually, we liked the experience very much, the hike—we are only trying to build ‘some capital’ in the ‘unlikely event’ that we upset her in the future. Golf on the rocks We enjoyed five hikes this week , each one in a completely different environment. As this is a small island, that is quite something. Today we planned to take it easy and headed for the beach with a view to taking a long walk. It ended up be...

Destination via swamps Every woman's dream vacation Hanelei Bay viewed from end of trail. To reach this area, one would have to travel 350% around as the road does not circle the island. On Sunday, we intend to hike from that point Each day we are counting. When we get to fifty, we know we’ll be ready. Until then we continue to count days. This last Shabbos we counted people.We never forget to count our blessings. Most days we also hike, climb and of course, think...in a fashion. We did a lot of that yesterday as we crossed the swamps. One of our thoughts was of our editor. Why did she lead us in and through the mud, into the mist across the swamps to see admittedly, an attractive place? There are questions we dare not ask. Just another of the things we are learning in our quest to understand our wonderful wife and, women in general, before we leave this earth. If Hashem wants us to gain an understanding then it would seem that we have many more years of hiking left in us. O...

We are still basking in the joy following the climb on the cliffs at Na Pali yesterday (Tuesday). The editor’s helper feels that it was a highpoint in his life. Of course, the great highlights arose from the births of Gavin, Natalie and Robert not forgetting Lil’ Ellie. In life, there is balance. Can one forget the great joy when the last child left home? Just kidding, Kids…hmm, couldn’t resist. Jenni approaching base of peak "Bamboo Babe" deep in forest We are not getting much sleep these days, exacerbated with the elation flowing through the body. Who’s complaining? We offer continual gratitude to Hashem as we witness His world. Our cousin, Basil Cohen, after viewing the pictures of the first cliff hike (14) remarked that it made him realize how small we really are, how humbling the world is for humanity. We concur but would add a comment, if we may, knowing that we are often wrong. We see in nature the manifestation of the ‘Hand of the Master’, the Creator’s works. O...

Does it get any better? Drop of 3,000 feet behind Jenni. “Have you been in a more beautiful place?” We asked our dear editor, as we sat and looked out towards an ocean swimming in magical blues. The majestic cliffs, covered with greenery, stand solemnly by, seemingly watching and waiting. We do not know or understand their purpose but we are in awe of the magnificence of the components that comprise this part of Kauai. “I agree,” she answers, “although the world is a very beautiful place. Each part of it is unique. One does not have to decide; all one has to do is respect and enjoy.” We continued to sit and stare at the wonders confronting us. “It makes you realize the power, artistry and creation that the Master of the World has bestowed upon us. If this is what He has been able to achieve, can you imagine what Hashem could do if he had Bill Gates’ money?” Sunshine on the coast with mist moving inland Golf ball in bunker--need a wedge and 'copter and maybe a decent swing...