Sunday morning blessing and a hike to Ka'ena

Sunday morning. Time 5 AM.

The early bird catches the worm as they say. We all woke up early this Sunday morning to make our way down to the bay for a blessing . The morning was chilly but beautiful. We were blessed by a kupuna. He told us ancient Hawaiian legends. We explored the bay and learned of the many problems that Waianae face with the land and the homelessness that seems to be plaguing the city more and more each passing day.

the bay where the blessing was given

view from the grounds after our blessing

the kupuna (elder)

kupuna blessing; giving an oil before entering the grounds

After the blessing we headed for a two dollar breakfast down the street before heading back to the house and getting ready for our five hours hike of Ka’ana point, which was just down the road from where we lived. I leave you with pictures, for no words can describe to you how breathtaking it was.

the jumping off point of spirits

break view

view off of ka'ena point

ka'ena point path

climbing the cliffs

the end view of ka'ena point

the sandy path we walk

the cliffs

one way of crossing to the other side; I love my life so I took the easy way, which was to go up and around. The family behind was brave enough to cross with a toddler and baby.

they made it! megan and frank