What an amazing time we had in Hawaii.  Talk about a complete change of scenery!  The weather was perfect, the water warm and the accommodations completely relaxing.  We were unplugged from the cares back home (no laptop, no blackberry), and revelling in the beauty of nature around us.

Highlights included:

• The excitement of the airplane trip (seriously!)
• Sunrise swimming in the ocean, including Elliot's first ocean swim
• Breakfast and sunsets on the Lanai
• Relaxing and napping at the beach, only a short walk down the path from home
• Driving the beautiful Hana road
• Snorkeling for the first time
• Rest, Rest, Rest

We realized that this was the first real vacation we our family has had in two years.  How important it is to get away to be together and to focus on one another.