Last day on the resort. Let’s make the most of it. Woke up early enough to get my longest walk of the trip in. Was treated to several manta-rays playing in the water just off the old pier. Walked past some kids who had set up a lemonade stand at mile 3. I bought a glass. It was delightful. Another delight was sharing breakfast with Jen at Duke’s while looking at the ocean.
The pictures pretty much speak for themselves. Also wanted Team USA win their first match of the 2026 World Cup. Love that games start at 2 or 3 instead of 7 or 8. No morning walk, but another sunset swim. I’ll miss that. The hula pie from Duke’s has become an after dinner favorite. I’ll miss that too.
What a blessing and privilege it is to be in Maui. How fortunate to not only be in Maui but have the chance to sit at a golf course clubhouse and be treated to a luau, surrounded by our friends. We ate amazing local food, drank blue drinks, and celebrated and learned more of the Hawaiian culture. What a privilege, indeed.
Isn’t every hour on Maui happy? Gathered the gang up and headed into Maui for a little happy hour and some shopping before the big luau. Found a cool tiki bar to have a few Mai Tai at. Drove down the road a few blocks to the official Maui Brewing Company. Enjoyed a few more beers, many laughs, and a trip to the gift shop.
Ive really been enjoying my morning routine at the resort. Up at 6 when it’s still a bit cooler and cloudy. Pick up a coffee drink at the little store, and hit the boardwalk. No headphones, no music, just the sounds of the ocean, the birds, and other folks passing by.
