Still Here in Hawaii with My Best Friend

     It has been awhile since I've added to this blog, but I realize that I have missed it.

     I do have excuses though. I have been very busy the last few years. For instance:
I watched my oldest graduate from high school, head to college and move away from home; I also graduated--this time with a Master's degree in Library in Information Science--while working full time; I gained a promotion at my office to become a Contracts & Grants Specialist at the University; I transitioned my youngest son from middle school to high school; my husband earned tenure at the University of Hawaii (oh yeah he did!); we danced the couples hula number in a few ward luaus; I've served (and continue to serve) as YW first counselor in the Hawaii Kai Ward for the last six years;  I've learned to surf; and I've the start of son #2 learning to drive.

    This list seems extensive, yet it only scratches the surface. I've learned a lot about Hawaii, my boys, and especially myself. In retrospect, these last seven years in Hawaii have been crazy, stressful, fun, beautiful, awe-inspiring, hopeless, interesting and so much more. The best part, though, is knowing that I still get to spend every minute of it with my best friend. We're still here, together, and trying to enjoy the ride.

    I think it's time I start blogging again to document some of the fun. This is a start.