Fairlady

On this day Fairlady was out of her element needing to be repaired.

Built into the Ocean

Behind the chain and lock is the Waikiki Natatorium, an Olympic size pool built into the Pacific Ocean. Although condemned for years due to safety concerns, it was once a place where famous Hawaiian, Duke Kahanamoku used to compete in swimming events.

No Hermit

This crab is no hermit although it is a hermit crab living large in his coconut shell on a deserted island.

Cool Breeze, Sunshine, Low Humidity

 

Today was a day of cool breeze, sunshine, and low humidity. This is a view of Waikiki from the Ala Wai canal of the kind of weather that we had in Honolulu. 

We Have A Dry Spell

There is a dry spell of sunshine throughout the islands and an abundance of wind, rain, and water followed by a bit of zapping lightning and booming thunder. I like it!

On a Sunday

On a Sunday afternoon with not a care in the world, these kids were just enjoying life.

Anytime I see a pineapple, it reminds me of the largest pineapple in the world that was once located in Iwilei,  Kakaako. Although it has been dismantled, the iconic Dole pineapple water tower stood proud and tall and it could be seen from most vantage points in Honolulu from as far as Diamond Head. Years ago we bought a white ceramic pineapple water jug to remind of us of that tower.

Their Only Defense is Poison

Following heavy rainfall, wild mushrooms sprout from spores earthed in areas where they spontaneously appeared before like these on the grounds of Iolani Palace. Unique in form, these delicate fungus would probably inspire artists and architects such as Frank Gehry and credit would never be given to them. Their only defense would be poison but only if they were the poisonous kind, and even then, I ask the question, "How would they extract venom from themselves to plot against those who have stolen their intellectual property?"
 Perhaps I'm just attributing human quality to these beautiful things that have lifespans of about two days before deteriorating into nothing; but isn't it only natural to humanize everything as a human being, including inanimate objects such as these mushrooms that couldn't care about their own credit?  Any doubt, just recall the dancing mushrooms on Fantasia.  Click here for another view of today's photo of the day.

A Soggy Day

The weather was rather soggy today with thunder showers and lightning. The rain ceased for a moment then it resumed then it ceased again and then it resumed again. A raindrop hit this puddle yielding this photo.

University of Hawaii Lo'i (taro farm)

 

Driving down Dole Street next to the University of Hawaii, a lo'i (kalo/taro farm) at the Center for Hawaiian Studies was tucked away and nestled on the right hand side heading eastbound. It is named Ka Papa Lo'i O Kanewai, and it is a learning center and also a sanctuary. I appreciated that they gave me permission to walk around, take a few photos, check out the lo'i, and was invited to a Hawaiian cultural gathering tomorrow from 10a.m. until 2p.m. to take more photos. Above are young taro plants that was planted in one of the revived irrigation ditches. Click here to see more photos of the Kanewai lo'i.

Waikiki Natatorium, "Keep Out!"

To the left of these kids is Kaimana Beach and to the right of it is the Waikiki Natatorium. The gate to the pool is locked and the "keep out" signs have been up for years. Built in the 1920's it is the only saltwater Olympic size pool in the U.S. Built in the 1920's it has undergone wear and tear from the natural elements and from use. Thousands of dollars have been dedicated to restore parts of the the natatorium although it is still unfinished and has not been deemed safe by the state. It has gone though many political battles and continues to be up for discussion of whether to tear it down completely or preserve it. It is also a war memorial for those who have died and served in World War I. Many famous Olympic swimmers have competed here in the past and Duke Kahanamoku, the founding father of surfing has competed here as well. Click here for other images on facebook of the Waikiki Natatorium.

Tonight

Happy Sunday! Tonight was a clear evening without a cloud in the sky. It was a perfectly cool and still evening during the sunset. The ducks, fish, and turtles were not quite ready to close their eyes yet although they were visibly slowing down.

Rabbit or Fish Island?

As a young boy, my dad used to tell me that that that island in the distant was called Rabbit Island. I looked at it from every angle and all I saw was a fish. Then one day I saw the rabbit. Can you see it? Click here to see the rabbit on fb.

The Grand Dunk

Fall festival at an elementary school consisted of so many fun events. The grandest one was this dunking booth where the children could splash their teachers. They ran pumpkin carving classes, had a coloring area, there was doughnut on a string eating contest, mask painting, and a lot of sweets. After having a couple of cupcakes, a few cookies, and a doughnut, I was doing jumping jacks and running around.

Makiki Community Garden

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Ms. Shirley, a green thumb gardener at the Makiki Community Garden grows her air plants, flowers, herbs, and other vegetation for the love of gardening. With over a 100 plots in a section of the Makiki District Park, gardeners of all levels water life into flowers such as daisies and roses, vegetables such as eggplant and lettuce, herbs such as basil and thyme, and low maintenance plants such as cactus and air plants.

Keeping My Feet Dry

Click here to see outtakes for 9/23/11 at Honolulu Photo of the Day on Facebook

  

 I had envisioned drug addicts, homeless people, hoodlums, old tires, an old television, garbage, computer parts, etc... under this bridge. Aside from graffiti, it was quite clean upon arrival. The fun part of taking this picture was finding a way to keep my feet dry while snapping the shutter.   

September 21, 2011

Happy Wednesday. Catching a moment is great when the subjects are completely relaxed in front of the camera.