I just got back from the trip-of-a-lifetime to Hawaii. Sigh. So amazing, yet so...over. And here I am back in NJ and what does it do on the first full day of spring? Yup, snow.
So, if I choose to live in my memories and these pictures of all the beauty and fair weather, you'll understand, right?
This trip was an early celebration of our 10 year anniversary. And, yes, we went alone and left the kids at home (luckily we had both my parents and my sister to stay with them).
Now, you're all aware of the tragedies over in Japan, and some of you may remember that tsunami warnings reached around the pacific, especially Hawaii. Yes, that was our first night there. We slept blissfully unaware until the sounds of evacuation sirens and text messages from loved ones woke us around 3 am. Luckily we were staying uphill from the coast that night, and weren't really in danger. But that didn't stop me from imagining giant 1000 ft waves sweeping in and carrying us all away. Freaky, and a great start to the trip. Thank goodness it was all uphill from there.
We only visited one island during our trip (well, 2 if you count a daytrip): Maui. Heaven on earth. We hiked in the Haleakala National Park to the Waimoku Falls and it was the most beautiful hike I've ever been on. The bamboo knocking above our heads and the wind blew through it was truly mystical.
After, driving around and adventuring for a few days, we decided to settle in and relax. So we hung out by this amazing pool. The view and service were both impeccable and since no one under 21 was allowed, it was definitely serene. And one night as we swam by the edge at sunset we were treated to a show by about 4 whales only about 100 yards away. Amazing.
I did actually find a little quilt shop while I was there. Some tropical florals were in order and I loved the hula dancers for a dress for Aurora.
Hopefully you won't all abandon me now because I've bragged too much. If you're still experiencing the winter blues, I feel for you. I hope we can get away on another extraordinary tropical trip like this again in, say, another 10 years...
And now that I'm home and back to work, I do have a big reveal of my next fabric collection coming up really soon. No teaser pictures, but the collection is called Kingdom.
Aloha!
JT
Oh, lucky you! Happy Anniversary. We went to Alaska for our 10 year. It was amazing. When I was 19 I went with my family to Maui for 2 weeks. We went up to Haleakala to watch the sunrise. I will never forget that for as long as I live. Unmatched beauty. I am totally dying over your fabrics. Love the ones in the middle picture the most! What fun you will have with that! I'm sure you could do a fantastic luau themed party! I would love to see that!
Posted by: Lori Porten | March 22, 2011 at 12:32 PM
How lovely!!! If I ever manage to stay married to one person for ten years, maybe I'll get to go. lol. or sob. Either seems appropriate...
On a happier note, can't wait to see the new fabric line!!!
Posted by: Rachael | March 23, 2011 at 08:59 AM
Congrats on your 10-year anniversary. Nowadays that's a record. It looks like you had a wonderful time. However, that being said, I am going to blame you and my neice and her husband, who when to Mexico to celebrate their 11th anniversary, for the snow! I had such high hopes on Friday when it was in the 60s! Oh well...
Posted by: SuzK | March 23, 2011 at 01:41 PM
That looked amazing! I hope to one day visit Hawaii!- how wonderful!
Posted by: HannahJ | March 23, 2011 at 06:50 PM
Hello!I always motivated by you, your views and way of thinking......
Again, THNAKS FOR THIS NISE POST!!!
Posted by: Nike Shox Cheap | April 13, 2011 at 02:13 AM
I can't believe it's been 10 years! Although it's been long enough for boy bands to come back around - I just remember all those guys showing up with frosted boy-band hairdos. Congratulations and the trip looks amazing. Also congrats on your book and fabric line! Wow!
Posted by: Diana | May 30, 2011 at 07:25 PM