North Shore, Haleiwa, Oahu, HI

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Day 8 found us right back at Waimea bay, spending 7 hours on the beach with nothing to worry about except when we'd eat the next samwich out of the cooler. SUP boarding was alittle tough as the wind was blowing pretty good.

Day 9 at the crack of dawn, my oldest son and I hiked around the ancient ruins of Pu'u O Mahuka Heiau up above Waimea valley where 3 from Captain Vancouver's exploration party met their sacrificial fate in 1792. The view of Waimea Valley and Waimea bay was stunning.

We spent the morning on the Analulu stream in Haleiwa, paddle boarding with the turtles up and down stream. Later in the afternoon, a good friend on the island who lives near Punchbowl came over for a BBQ and chat.

One day left on the island, Sunday, before we have to return on Mon afternoon. Why does time seem to go so fast when you're relaxed and having fun?

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