Before.

During.

After.

Twins? You be the judge.

The banner says it all.

Men doing manly things.

"I'm ready to open my presents now Mom."

"Yay, balloons!"

Mmmm, cake.

Eva is one pooped partier.

A little mid-party nap with Tutu.

The view from the party.

A fine place from which to watch the festivities.

You never know what might find on our beaches.

This is what happens when you party too much.

A quick stop on the way home from the party. (note the tired face on the Birthday Boy)

"No, there is no room for anyone else."

Sleepy time with Papaw Kimo.

Family photo time.

Just another day in paradise.

Surrounded by presents!

He is an old pro at unwrapping presents at this point.

Notice how the box for the "Must Have Toy" is more fun than the actual toy.

Wagons are fun!

This is the backdrop for our walks.

Searching for Santa...

We got up early this morning so we could get to the mall before the crowds. We were on a mission. We had spent the last couple of weeks scouting out all the “Mall Santas.” We knew our search was over when we saw the Santa at the Pearlridge mall. This was THE Santa. We first saw him last Saturday, but the line to meet him was extremely long (which is to be expected when you have the real Santa Claus) He was very nice and knew all the “regulars” that came to the mall. While we watched him work his magic with the kids, we saw him talk to several different people who apparently exercise by mall walking. He knew them all by name and was incredibly nice to everyone. He had long white hair and a long curly white beard. The man was so convincing that Katie even got a little misty-eyed by the whole situation. Needless to say, we feel very fortunate to be able to live here in the island paradise that is Hawaii, but it was made even better once we learned that Santa’s Southern Command was located here too!

Liam and the Real Santa Claus.

Capitalism: Hooray!

After quite a long process my Mom and Stepfather have officially opened an online storefront. They make and sell rustic, western style furniture that they sell all over the country. Some of their work can even be seen in a few television shows and movies. Have a look at the site if you get a chance.

TrueHeart Emporium