Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Watery Wednesday

What to do when winter weather is getting you down. You can go to New Zealand, or to the South West US, or you can go to Hawaii.
We stayed an extra day after a hiking oriented Elderhostel in Hawaii in February 2008.
We kayaked up the Wailua river then hiked to Secret Falls where I indulged a fantasy and swam across a pool to stand behind a waterfall. Another couple who had extended their stay joined me. Hubby passed on the swim and took pictures instead.

See more watery sights at Watery Wednesday, hosted for us by 2sweetnsaxy.
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21 comments:

  1. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2010 at 8:57 PM

    You definitely have the right idea! Great photos & looks like lots & lots of fun!!!

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  2. Carolyn FordJanuary 26, 2010 at 9:44 PM

    We did the same kayak trip and shower! It was the summer of 2002...I can't believe it's been that long ago. But, we had a blast slipping around on the muddy trails and finally reaching the falls for a good soaking. I love your photos! Brings back memories.

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  3. EbieJanuary 26, 2010 at 10:07 PM

    Great fun and adventure! When I think of fantasy, I'd like it to be a "fountain of youth'!

    P.S. It will be partly sunny and cloud till the weekend.

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  4. Regina January 26, 2010 at 10:17 PM

    I love this so refreshing and fun!
    Happy WW.

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  5. eileeninmdJanuary 27, 2010 at 2:19 AM

    It looks like you had a great time and a wonderful trip. You hubby is really enjoying the waterfall.

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  6. Yogi♪♪♪January 27, 2010 at 4:16 AM

    What an adventure!

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  7. RHJanuary 27, 2010 at 6:08 AM

    Refreshing shower :)

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  8. Noelle Johnson January 27, 2010 at 7:33 AM

    Oh...this southwest resident would love to visit Hawaii ;^)

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  9. JamesJanuary 27, 2010 at 7:42 AM

    Great shots. That looks like a great place to be this time of year.

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  10. fredamansJanuary 27, 2010 at 8:34 AM

    Beautiful!

    I live in the Waterfall capital of the world apparently. Look us up, Hamilton Ontario Canada.

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  11. Diane AZJanuary 27, 2010 at 10:20 AM

    What fun, great pictures! I can almost hear the roar of the water falling and you guys laughing.

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  12. BarbJanuary 27, 2010 at 12:08 PM

    Perfect getaway, Martha! I love the waterfall pic. I did that once in the Grand Canyon.

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  13. B i r g i t t aJanuary 27, 2010 at 12:19 PM

    Wonderful water shots - makes one happy :)
    have a great week :)

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  14. Amanda MooreJanuary 27, 2010 at 12:33 PM

    You're a very busy woman! This water fall is just stunning maybe I'll see it myself one day!

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  15. pennyJanuary 27, 2010 at 4:50 PM

    What a wonderful collection of photos, Martha. You must have had a fantastic time. Tell hubby he did a great job!

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  16. SandyCarlsonJanuary 27, 2010 at 6:04 PM

    Ooh, ooh wonderful!

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  17. AnonymousJanuary 27, 2010 at 6:17 PM

    Thank you for this much needed escape. What a joy it must have been, makes one glad to read about the happiness.
    Please have a wonderful Thursday you all.

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  18. TesJanuary 27, 2010 at 6:32 PM

    Looks fun to me! Nice pix.

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  19. UnknownJanuary 27, 2010 at 7:20 PM

    wonderful waterfall!

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  20. JanieJanuary 29, 2010 at 8:05 PM

    What a beautiful waterfall, and great shot of standing behind the wall of water.

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  21. KatneyFebruary 3, 2010 at 6:22 AM

    So fun. You've had a lot of great Elderhostel adventures. We're contemplating an adventure this summer or next. Of course, adventures happen every day.

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