Exploring the Big Island of Hawaii with our friends has been a special experience. Big thanks to
@sasha_resetnikov for filling the role of “tourist manager” for our group and showing us the REAL sights. We got to try ALL the food, went to amazing beaches, saw a volcano, went to a coffee bean farm, cruised a local “first friday” event in Holualoa, went to the actual southernmost point in the US, checked out a farmers market in Wimea, and tailgated with snacks from Matsuyama. I got to go surfing at Pines Beach with Sasha’s son Zephyr, and I got to take a paddle board out in Kailua Bay where I was surrounded by spinner dolphins. We got to attend a Luau and I tried Poi for the first time. I got to learn more about the history of the island, as well as some of the history of
@pepperlive and
@iration growing up there. Most importantly, we celebrated Bri’s 40th bday every day and made some great memories together. I would 100% do this trip again with all the same people. I will not misappropriate the culture, but I will say that I have a much better understanding of Aloha, Ohana, and Mohalo. These things are vital to a healthy, happy life. Also… big thanks to
@bigislandgrownhawaii for enhancing the experience. I hope we return to Hawaii sooner than later.
