On our next to last full day on the Big Island, we got up fairly early and enjoyed this beautiful view from our balcony.
Then, we drove down to Kona and turned in all of our snorkeling equipment. Afterwards, we took a stroll through the downtown area and walked in several of the shops. We came upon the Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. restaurant and I saw the spot for the perfect photo opportunity. So, one by one, Abby, Chris, and Brittany took their turns sitting on the bench and making like Forrest Gump. There were BIG tennis shoes cemented to the ground that they slipped their feet into. It was a real struggle for me to hold my camera still...I was laughing so hard! Just wish I'd taken a turn, as well!
Of course, Abby couldn't resist posing for one more silly shot...she really knows how to ham it up!
We grabbed lunch there in Kona at the Big Island Grill and they served HUGE BLT's for $8...I was stuffed! Afterwards, we went to the local farmer's market for another look around. The girls ended up buying some jewelry and souvenirs for really low prices.
As we approached our hotel, we made a detour to take a brief walk through a lava field...it went on for what seemed like FOREVER!
I had to ask a passerby to snap a family picture of us with the majestic Pacific Ocean as our backdrop.
Here's a couple more of the pretty sights we saw on that day.
As our day began to wind down, we went out by Buddha Point at our hotel and just sat for awhile and rested.
Then, it was picture time, again! Boy, was it ever windy! Here's one of the many statues on Buddha Point.
And a closer view...
Definitely a favorite of mine... 
Brittany decided to form her initials out of white rocks and live them on the lava rocks right beside the ocean, as many others had done.
This was the last Hawaiian sunset we were able to fully enjoy. AAHH!!!
My next post about our trip will be the grand finale..PROMISE! :)
7 comments:
It is so GORGEOUS there and you have taken so many beautiful pictures. What a fabulous trip!!!♥
A trip to the Big Island is not complete without a stop at Bubba Gumps! Too funny!
The lava fields are amazing~Though I went there one year to do photography for the Ironman...I stood out there in the fields all day-
Seriously, I do believe it would have been easier running the race instead. (I was trained for it)~ Brutal day! Good memories!
You got some amazing pictures there April~♥
I, for one, have enjoyed your trip! And this was fun to see. I love seeing the pictures of you all. So bring it on! :-)
XO,
Sheila
Hi April
You had such a gorgeous view from your balcony. The Bubba Gump pictures are wonderful. Jessica loves this movie so much and has even made her a spoof of it with her friend! It was realy interesting to see the lava field and I love how Abby left her initials there. The sunset is truly amazing. I hope we get to Hawaai one day. I've heard Disney are building there too.
Lindsay
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These pictures are both fun and gorgeous. I'm enjoying your trip.
You had such a wonderful time. I love looking through your pictures. I feel like I am there as well! love them!
Sounds like you guys had another great day in Hawaii!
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