Lulumahu Falls

OCTOBER

Cannon and Connor are having so much fun in the sand while the other kids are out in the water surfing. The waves have been getting so much bigger up on the North Shore and we are trying to figure out how to catch the waves better. Cael started being able to stand up and surf the wave the first time he tried (that kids is amazing) and so Ben has been trying more are letting Brecon practice to get better.

Cannon is really frustrated that he can't drink his slushy fast enough. Right now he is mad because I took it away. If we aren't too "cold" from surfing, we stop at 7-11 for some hot chocolate and sugar before heading home.

The mutual activity Halloween costume party.

This is a short hike KOLEKOLE pass located here on Schofield. The view over to the west side is pretty amazing, and because it is so easy to walk to, we try to take our friends when they come to visit.

We've been spending every Tuesday and Thursday evening at wrestling practice and then all day Saturday on the meets. Each of the boys had some great matches, but it is pretty fun to watch Connor's matches. The two opponents flip over, top and bottom, take-down and rolling over. Somehow Connor ends up on top and gets the back points that he needs before the referee blows the whistle. I like that the boys are working hard, but I just wish the meets didn't take ALL of our Saturday fun.

The mountains are ripe with tart strawberry guava. On one of our adventures, we picked a whole sack to bring back home. My friend sent me a link on what to do to make some syrup and jam and we have loved in on our pancakes and toast. We are looking forward to the next year when we can get some more and share with our friends and neighbors.

Halloween Birthday Party

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CONNOR

 In honor of your special day- we decided to have a costume dress-up party and visit all of our neighbors and say "Trick or Treat?" We all had a great time! We sure love our Connor, the middle, fiesty one, and blondie boy!

 Cannon looked so cute in his alligator suit- this has been worn by most of the boys when they can!

 Batman Brecon sets out to capture the most villians-- and candy he can!

 Skater HOCKEY birthday BOY! Not really sure what costume this is, but it's his birthday so he can do what he wants-- right?

 Oh dear! Heaven help us for this man-child. Cael the Crazy one-- yes that works nicely!

 Little bunny Brielle was "hopping" around, excited for this special time of candy grabbing and eating!

 It's never too early-- or too late-- to dress up for October-fest. I should have worn my dirndl-- oh well!

Hiking- Waimano Tunnels

Brielle, Cannon, and I had gone on a hike with our friends and decided to take the rest of the family on a little adventure. This loop trail goes down into a valley along a small river. The jungle and mud can make for a messy trip, at least it was the first time we went. Thankfully, the weather was cooperating and the mud was mostly dried up when we went this time. 

There was once some old water pipes cutting through the mountain to bring water into the valley below. These make for some fun exploring caves as long as you have a flashlight to see your way. The boys were racing in and out and back and forth through the caves and Brielle was trying to catch them before we moved onto the next one.


The beautiful valley and view. We are hot and tired after our trip up into the mountain and through the caves. There was also strawberry guava that we were eating and picking to bring home to make some jam or syrup. I hope that it turns out!

Super Eagle Award for Connor

Each teacher nominates 2 students from their class for exhibiting strong learning characteristics. We were excited to learn that Connor would represent his class for all of his hard work at school. He is doing well, reading smoothly, and also doing great in math. He is also helpful in class, patient, and does his best work. We are always amazed at Connor and what he is doing to be responsible and kind! We love you Buddy!

September