Oahu

Even though Oahu and Maui are both known to be desirable destinations, they have very little in common. Honolulu is a large city packed with an extremely diverse population. For this Maui girl it takes a little getting used to. I have enjoyed my time so far. Today I went to an orientation with the Protect Kah'oolawe Ohana. I and three others were prepped on safety precautions, Hawaiian protocol, and other important topics pertaining to visiting the island. I am actually really excited to visit. Kim, who did the orientation also recommended some very good books about people who have been involved with Kaho'olawe. This was so helpful for me because it has been hard to research books that specifically focus on Kaho'olawe. I went down to the used book store and picked up three of them. I spent at least an hour there because there were so many books on Hawaiian culture and people. I will have to go back.
This trip has also been good for me because I am reconnecting with good friends and my cousins who live on island.