The Perfect Lei

This morning we went on a quest to find the perfect Lei. Somehow it didn't seem to exist, so we compromised and went to the Hawaiian market, known here locally as Costco and purchased what was available there. Gerry wanted leis that featured the plumerias because of their beauty and the scent. There was an abundance of leis but none that had plumerias; beautiful orchids but no plumerias. We then spent time finding plumeria trees, only to find the plumerias either in someone's yard or up high on trees. My task tonight was to search out a plumeria and bring back some flowers.

Phew, wouldn't you know that the perfect leis were right around the corner, literally so. We decided to walk through the Hyatt this evening and there was a little Hawaiian gal setting up a booth to sell leis, plumerias and all. $5.00 each!! So we bought 3; one for Gerry, one for Susan and one for Kristy (used as a prop in the attached pictures.



This is our 4th trip to Kauai with Mike and Susan Goodrow, our good friends. They very kindly have opened their Time Share to us these 4 trips. In fact, after our first trip in 2001 we purchased our time share in California and last year purchased one here at Lawai Beach. We spend much of our time laughing at and with each other. They are the perfect hosts and we love them. Anyone who attends the Spruce Meadows YSA Ward will recognize Mike from their bishopric.

Mike and Susan, March 2007

Andrew and the Brewertons are in the air right now. They will spend the night in Honolulu and then arrive here about 10:30 tomorrow morning. Sam told us tonight on the phone that he is now an "Airport Rat" after spending 7 hours in the airport in Vancouver.

Goodnight.....