16.15 Sunset in paradise and the paved climb of hell : 16.16 Captain Cook Monument hike, tough climb, something fishy, too.
Jenni in paradise; that's before the climb back up the cliff For those not familiar with rugby, that's what we loosely describe as a 'scrum for yellow bellies'. A good boy scout knows that one should be prepared. In fact, any boy scout knows it. So there we were, heading for what is known as the finest snorkeling area in Hawaii. Well, we all know that each district, each island or city tends to exaggerate a little. The odd bit of hyperbole is not unexpected in the United States—after all, the police in our hometown are known as America’s finest according to the same police force. Anyway, you get the picture. By the way, we thank the many people who wrote and offered advice, all sage of course, some criticism which we need and others spiced with humor, after our little waywardness on Mauna Loa. We loved Barry Jahn’s email most in which, after his initial comments, he concluded by adding: He couldn’t bear the thought we might not return and then ...