Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 11:12AM | Post a Comment 
1,000 paper cranes as a prayer for peace
We visited the Okinawa Prefectural Peace Museum & Memorial Park Thursday afternoon, Dick's last full-day with us. It was a bit rainy outside, but the Memorial Park was beautiful despite the slight drizzle.
Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 11:11AM | Post a Comment 
Apples and tangerines! Delicious!
Today was a chilly 59F outside with low humidity. I've been bundled up in a long sleeve shirt, tee, and jacket, not to mention socks and slippers. Brandon and I have been laughing at each other thinking 59F is cold. We were both raised in cold winter climates, but we've clearly adjusted to the higher humidity of the island. Needless to say, we had low humidity today and were definitely feeling it.
Friday, December 18, 2009 at 11:17AM | Post a Comment 
The three of us made it! Now, who's going to carry me back to the car? :)
We drove up north to hike the Hiji Falls woods trail and bask in the beauty of the great outdoors Sunday. We weren't sure what we were in for, but were all looking forward to the hike. Stopped at the restaurant in front of the park for some yummy curry rice and yakisoba before we set out on the trail.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at 11:18AM | Post a Comment 
This is traditional Ryukyu garb, by the way. I liked how bright and colorful it was!
We went down south on the island to Okinawa World this past weekend. Staying true to theory, we found yet another route to get there...and a different one to get back. After discussing this with other people, it seems like Okinawa World is part of a black hole on the island - no one can ever tell you exactly how to get there or how to get back. You just drive until you find it...and then drive until you find something that looks familiar to get back. hehehe Not to jinx us, but we think we may have actually found a repeatable route for next time. We'll see, though. :)
Saturday, December 12, 2009 at 11:22AM | Post a Comment 
It sure is nice to be able to enjoy the beach in the middle of December!
I took Dick over to Torii Beach to enjoy the beautiful day! It was gorgeous outside and the water was incredibly calm. We didn't go swimming (just stuck our toes in), but walked the beach and collected plenty of seashells and sea glass. Very fun!
