From Espo’s Journal:

 Kilauea Caldera is a short walk from the visitors center at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park and one of the most amazing vistas you could ever see. Nearby is the caldera’s little sister Kilauea Iki crater.

 There is a wonderful trail that winds along it’s rim and takes you to the floor of the crater. Everywhere is evidence of the power and grace of Madame Pele. “Pele, the sacred living deity of Hawai’i’s volcanoes, controls the limitless power of creation through her perseverance, molten strength, and unearthly beauty.

Her passion emanates from her ancient existence. Revered and honored is the fire goddess. She is my spiritual guardian and forever the heartbeat of my soul, continuously giving life to her land and its people. Pele Honoa, Hawaiian woman nmed after Pele, on her 81st birthday.

A very beautiful place on the North Shore of  Oahu is Waimea Valley and the Audubon Center. It is a natural botanical garden that should not be missed. The trail is an easy hike and all along the way there are side trails where little tags identify the lush foliage. The entrance is just across the road from Waimea Bay a very beautiful beach and one of the most famous surfing beaches in the world.

The trail ends at Waimea Falls. If you bring your suit you can take a dip in its pool. It is a blessing and recommended.

Lou and I are a couple of bimwahs and you can see by our blissed out faces that the Hawaiian Islands are more than a  little wonderful.

Mahalo, 
 Albert Grande
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