Went to the big Farmers Market in Hilo. They have a little one everyday, which we got some fresh fruit and vegetables at on the first day, but Wednesday and Saturday it is bigger with more vendors and more things like jewelry and clothes to sell. The we headed south to see the lava fields. Right now there is no lava flowing to the ocean so we hiked to the beach across an old flow from the 1980’s. On the way home we stopped at Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory and walked the self guided tour backwards. The didn’t show how they cracked the nuts, which is what we wanted to see. We bought some cans of nuts. The Kona Coffee glazed ones where good. Sat in the spa with a glass of wine with Steve and Keala and they shared some ideas of what to do. Both were born in Hawaii, and Keala’s family has been here many generations since the time of Kamehameha in the 1800’s. Then a stir fry with our veggies for dinner.
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Yes, there is a sleeping loft with a queen size futon. It is pretty big, probably twice the size as our sleeping loft. They don’t mention it in the vrbo description, but I think they may use it for friends and family who visit. Keala mentioned they had built it originally for friends and family visitors. ( sounds familiar )
We had a good hiking day today, with updates to come. P.S. my hat was in the car.
Sounds like you are getting around, I know you like Farmers Markets. I bet the Stir Fry was yummy……Keep those pictures coming. We golfed today at Temeku Hills now known as The Legend Golf Course, it was nice. Ginger and Zues are doing fine, have fun! Love you both
It looks like there is a lot to do there and it is beautiful. dennis where is your hat? I bet those nuts were really good. Bob is doing a good job of cooking as usual. The kitchen looks neat. Is there an upstairs room also? Have fun and I really enjoy the pictures. Love you guys.