...where the fragrance of flowers filled the air
and could be seen blooming everywhere
She dreamt of magnificent sunrises greeting her each morning.
...of a place where tropical foliage and palm trees met the blue sea.
Lucy had a dream that one day she and her husband would go to Hawaii.
In the summer of 2005 her dream came true.
along with
and
decided
"we should all meet on the island of KAUAI."
We did all the things we thought Lucy should experience on her island adventure.
We went to a big Luau
We ate roast pig and drank alot of Mai Tais
We explored island caves...
We experienced the vast beauty of the island...
...spent plenty of time on the beautiful beaches...
"This is all I ever dreamed of and more...look at this view from my room...let me just sit here all day and I'll be in heaven!"
Another day in paradise with family! It was a beautiful family reunion.
Amanda had a blast stringing leis with grandma Lucy.
Even Grandpa Nate got into the act. "Help us bury Amanda, Grandpa!"
"Awww, You're such a good sport!"
"Awww, You're such a good sport!"
Lots of fun poolside. We stayed at the beautiful Hanalei Bay resort in Princeville.
Lots of scrabble competitions going on but no one can beat Gramps (he's the family champ at scrabble!)
Evening walks to see the sunset were fun
"How exactly did Tony and Trace fall into the water?"
Lunch time break on the hiking expedition.
"I've dreamt in my life dreams that have stayed with me ever after,
Finding a waterfall
Grandma Lucy had her dream come true. She was able to experience the island of her dreams with her husband of 60 years and her loving family.
Grandma Lucy had her dream come true. She was able to experience the island of her dreams with her husband of 60 years and her loving family.
We were so happy to share the dream with you!
"I've dreamt in my life dreams that have stayed with me ever after,
and changed my ideas.
They have gone through me
and through me,
like wine through water,
and altered the color of my mind." -Emily Bronte
6 comments:
oh, my eyes are tearing - such a wonderfully warm moment - week- time to share with family. Forever memories for a mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother. And, at one of my most favorite places on Kauai, Hanlei Bay! I think that's what God had in mind when he created beautiful. Thanks for sharing your family memories. Hawaii is close to my heart and I can see it is yours as well. Aloha, menehune
Hi Barb, what a beautiful tribute to Lucy. I love all your wonderful family photos and I love Lucy's beautiful quote "This is all I ever dreamed of and more...look at this view from my room...let me just sit here all day and I'll be in heaven!" I'm so glad that she was able to see and experience the beauty of the islands in 2005.
Many blessings to her and your family!
What a wonderful dream-come-true for Lucy! Love this travelogue and so many of the photos just make me smile. Your family is so beautiful!
Oh, that looked like an amazing trip! Doesn't being in Hawaii make you slow down and relax? What a wonderful memory and amazing family time. The view from your window looked like heaven.
Wonderful story, Barb, thank you so much for sharing it with us. And so many lovely photos. The children are precious, everyone looks so happy and the scenery is idyllic...heaven indeed! Enjoy your weekend - I'll raise a cup of tea in your honour :)
Beautiful photos! Love how you all made her dream come true. Wonderful memories for your whole family to cherish. Thanks for sharing.
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