The 4th of July is almost here which means celebrating our country's independence, barbecues, and fireworks! I've found some really helpful videos about how to photograph fireworks from some of my favorite photographers/teachers on the web and I thought I'd share. There's nothing quite like capturing the elusive shot of a firework as the burst of colors explode in the sky. The photo above is one I took on New Years Eve this year. The show here was underwhelming but still quite lovely.
I am so honored and thankful to be featured in Local Sugar Hawai'i's "What's in Your Beach Bag?" Feature!!! Check it out here and enter to win the contest to win $100 in prizes in her Victoria Secret Beach Bag Giveaway!!
These are my go-to's and must-haves for my beach bag:
- 1. You gotta have a pretty bathing suit or bikini. I opt for a full piece suit because I'm not as hawt as some of the other ladies I see at the beach. That and I swim a lot and bikinis do not go well with my full figure or large bust. haha. My favorite suits lately are by Speedo. This is for two reasons. The first being that they have a large range of sizes and are available from $20-$60 at Costco and other retailers and they have a vast selection of colors and styles. The second reason is because I am a strong swimmer and swim a lot, I like a suit that I know won't fall off when I'm diving under waves. This suit is one I actually own. It fits perfectly and the print is flattering and helps make me look like I'm in better shape than I am.
- 2. Cute earrings. Like Nicole said in her beach bag post, Hawai'i is a small place and living here means that at any given time you may run into someone you know and perhaps you don't want to look like you're unkempt or what some of us in Hawai'i refer to as "all hash" which basically means you look like crap. That's why I take some cute accessories with me for after I leave the beach so just in case I'm at the store and run into someone I know, I don't look awful. These earrings are lovely but way overpriced. I own a few pairs similar to these that are made by local designers that don't have websites yet so I couldn't find a picture to use. I find that anything that is slightly dangling works really well with a beachy, sunkissed look.
- 3. Kai perfume oil is a must have whether I'm at the beach or not. It's the perfect gardenia scent. It's not cheesy or overpowering like other gardenia scents I've sniffed in my lifetime. The scent is balanced and floral and not overwhelming yet it lasts on your skin all day. This roll on is handy to keep with you at all times. It's worth the money in my opinion. Utter perfection if you like floral scents!
- 4. I actually own these Oliver Peoples aviator glasses. I got them as a gift from my mother and they are my most treasured accessory as they were rather expensive. I have a hard time finding glasses that fit my head and my nose and these fit perfectly. I am so lucky to have an awesome mom who just got them for me one day. Thanks mom!
- 5. Waterproof mascara is a must have!! Lately I've been loving the Maybelline Falsies Volum' Express Mascara Waterproof formula in black. It doesn't give the results you see in those commercials, but it gives me the right balance of length and fullness and doesn't wash off or smudge when I wipe my eyes. Winning! You can find the mascara at Drugstore.com!
- 6. I use the Fresh Sugar Rose Tinted Lip Treatment SPF 15 every day whether I go to the beach or not. It really leaves your lips soft like butter and has a pleasant smell. It has a soft pink tint that really flatters every skin tone. I love this stuff!
- 7. I just put any brush that I have on hand in my bag. I need it to keep my hair from getting tangled. I use it after I rinse and wash my hair before I leave the beach.
- 8. I use the Molton Brown Vitalising Vitamin AB+C Bath & Shower pretty much every day. I discovered how much I loved it after I got it in a free gift with purchase at Nordstrom or something and since then, I've been hooked. It cleans without leaving a film or drying my skin out and it smells great. You may be thinking, why is she taking body wash to the beach? Most beaches here on Oahu have showers, most of which are cold but I don't mind. The majority of people use it to wash up with soap and shampoo because a lot of people go out right after spending time at the beach.
- 9. My favorite sunscreen for the last 4 months is the Aveeno Active Naturals Aveeno Hydrosport SPF 30 Spray, 5 oz. I am super sensitive to sunscreen and if I wear one that doesn't agree with me, my skin itches and my eyes burn. This one by Aveeno is great because it does not burn my skin or eyes, it lasts all day and when you spray it on, it doesn't leave white spots.
- 10. I absolutely love my Surf Stitch canvas bag that I got from one of my best friends on my birthday. I found it online here. There are lots of readily available and cheaper canvas bags like this available all over the place during the summer. In fact, I saw some really cute striped canvas bags at Barnes and Noble for around $10 with purchase of a few books.
- 11. I am absolutely in love with this necklace by Heather Gardener although I am pretty sure this love will be unrequited as it's too expensive for my taste. The turquoise is lovely. This is a perfect beachy necklace. I'm sure you could find something equally beautiful for much less at places like Forever 21, Aldo Accessories or somewhere like that.
- 12. Gotta love the simplicity of Kieh's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Lotion. It's simple but it works. My skin is acne prone but this oil free lotion doesn't cause me to break out but it gives the perfect amount of moisture.
- 13. I have a few of these Tie Die Hibiscus beach towels. They're soft, absorbent and the colors don't fade when you wash it.
- 14. Hawai'i has some of the most beautiful and crystal clear blue water but it also has killer currents and at some beaches, big waves. I usually take my fins with me to the beach because I like to swim the expanse of the area we are going to be swimming at to check for sharks or anything that might attract sharks (like sea turtles). Call me paranoid but as someone who spent every day of my life at the beach for a few years, I've seen a shark or two when I was body boarding. They never bothered me but when I have my son with me, his safety is my first concern. My favorite brand is Da Fin because they're short but they help me swim along and against the current.
- 15. Reef slippahs (flip/flops anywhere out of Hawai'i) are pricey but my favorite to wear. I walk a lot in slippahs so I like having something that has support, lasts a long time and is aesthetically pleasing.
- 16. This Cool Change Pom Pom Tie Die Dress is effortlessly chic at it's best. It's loose fit is flattering with or without a belt and it's really breezy so you can put it over a wet suit and it dries really fast.
- 17. I've been using the Philosophy Clear Days Ahead Oil-Free Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Cleanser 8 oz for about a month now to clear up my skin. I actually am working on a review of it right now but I wanted to give it a full 6 weeks before I post my thoughts. So far, so good. It works really well without burning my skin. The line is very gentle but effective. You don't get any of that burning sensation that other acne products tend to cause. I like using it after the beach because it cleanses my skin thoroughly without causing any irritation which is really important to me.
- 18. Being a photographer, I always like to have a camera on me though I haven't taken any photos of underwater critters yet. I usually just take snaps of my son and nieces. I love this Lumix TS3 point and shoot waterproof camera. I've used many point and shoots in my day including a lot of other "waterproof" models and none work as well or as clearly as this one.
- 19. I don't use Wen on a daily basis but when I go to the beach, it's a must. Wen normally makes my hair too oily since I have a naturally oily scalp. When I go to the beach, Wen is perfect because it's a shampoo/conditioner in one, it's sulfate free and it leaves your hair silky smooth.
- 20. Last but not least, the most important thing besides sunscreen for me to bring to the beach. I get this Aladdin 16oz perfect water bottle at Target. I take 3-4 of these when I go for my son and I to share. This is hands down the best water bottle I've ever used. It keeps my water ice cold. I've gone to the beach for over 5 hours and still had ice that was only half way melted. Add to that the fact that this is BPA free, it's an amazing product.
I hope you all enjoyed a peek into my beach bag. What are you go-to's or must haves for the beach, lake or pool? I love to cool down when the weather is hot and humid like it has been here. Have a wonderful weekend and go have some fun at the beach, lake or pool!!
Welcome to the "Aloha Friday Hop", hosted by What Jean Likes and Local Sugar Hawaii! Aloha Friday Blog Hop is a brand new weekly feature that will run for 6 days and occur every Friday at 12 midnight Hawaii Standard Time. Aloha Friday Blog Hop is a great way to meet new people and learn new things as well as increase your blog followers! So let's have some fun!!
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This is all about sharing the Aloha spirit with other bloggers out there and helping each other to gain some exposure and find some awesome blogs to read!!! You don't have to be from Hawai'i to participate! In fact, we encourage and welcome people from all over the world to join us on this Aloha Friday Blog hop!
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Ladies Holiday blog is a modern women's blog with a retro flair. We are four moms with a collective thirteen kids between us, all under ten, so we have a thing or two to say about motherhood. We got our start covering the topic of women's health, trying to shape positive attitudes toward menstruation. We are committed to creating a supportive and empowering environment for women to read and comment, but we also like to share eco-friendly home ideas, wholesome food and recipes (also see our sister site: Aliment for more on all things culinary), frugal living, gardening and our thoughts on life. Please look for daily posts along with our special monthly series': Book Worm Wednesday Blog Hop -- the first Wednesday of every month, Ladies in the Know -- mini-interviews with women we admire and Mommy Moments --humorous and cringe-worthy moments in motherhood. A big thank you to Nicole & Jean for spreading the Aloha!
This is all about sharing the Aloha spirit with other bloggers out there and helping each other to gain some exposure and find some awesome blogs to read!!! You don't have to be from Hawai'i to participate! In fact, we encourage and welcome people from all over the world to join us on this Aloha Friday Blog hop!
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It's summer and I've been working so much that I almost forgot. Thankfully my 10 year old son hasn't forgotten about it. He's been begging me to go to the beach and I finally found some time to do it. We went with my brother and his family for an all day fun day at the beach and had a blast. The water was the perfect clear shade of aqua that I know and love. Entering the ocean again was so refreshing, there's nothing else quite like it. As the waves wash over you, you can feel the salt tingle on your skin and it awakens your senses. It's a sensation I have loved for years but miss so often. It was a wonderful day and we all had a great time.
I took some pictures with my point and shoot Lumix and a Fuji Film XP Waterproof camera. I haven't used a point and shoot in so long. It's much more convenient but the quality of the photos reminds me how spoiled I am to use a good DSLR. The Lumix is a great point and shoot made by Panasonic and worked fine but it's hard to really know the photo quality when you're looking at a screen in the bright sunlight. I was disappointed in the Fuji Film XP's performance. Then again, it was only around $100 so I guess it works fine considering the low price point. For the price, it works great, just beware of sand, lens fog and water drops on the lens.
We went to a beach called "Sherwoods" in Waimanalo, Hawai'i. It's where I grew up going with my dad and brother. The water is clear, the sand is soft and the current isn't too strong.
Welcome to the "Aloha Friday Hop", hosted by What Jean Likes and Local Sugar Hawaii! Aloha Friday Blog Hop is a brand new weekly feature that will run for 6 days and occur every Friday at 12 midnight Hawaii Standard Time. Aloha Friday Blog Hop is a great way to meet new people and learn new things as well as increase your blog followers! So let's have some fun!!
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This is all about sharing the Aloha spirit with other bloggers out there and helping each other to gain some exposure and find some awesome blogs to read!!! You don't have to be from Hawai'i to participate! In fact, we encourage and welcome people from all over the world to join us on this Aloha Friday Blog hop!
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Here's a little info about Liz from According to L: I started this blog as a way to keep track of my recipes, and then developed into a forum for tutorials and memory book on my life and my kids and my family. I am so excited to share my tales with you and hope that you find inspiration, hope and humor in my posts. The blog and shop is a source of fun for me, not livelihood (yet), though that it my dream someday *sigh* My life is probably no different from many of my readers, but I like that. I like that we all share something in common, especially when things get tough or troublesome. It's always nice to know you're not alone, and thanks to this place, I never am.
This is all about sharing the Aloha spirit with other bloggers out there and helping each other to gain some exposure and find some awesome blogs to read!!! You don't have to be from Hawai'i to participate! In fact, we encourage and welcome people from all over the world to join us on this Aloha Friday Blog hop!
What's neat about our Blog Hop:
- Put the same linky list code on your blog and you'll have the exact same list!
- Your blog visitors can add their blog to your list and it will show up on Everyones lists!
- By adding your blog YOU MAY BE RANDOMLY CHOSEN FOR OUR BLOG SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK!!!
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"Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence.
Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent.
Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb.
Education alone will not; the world is full of educated derelicts.
Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent."
--- Calvin Coolidge 1872
You are what you eat. Most of us think, well I don't eat that bad, so I'll be okay. That may not be the case. I live in Hawai'i where we eat all types of fish and seafood. Sometimes we eat it raw and sometimes it's cooked but seafood is a main staple in our diets here in Hawai'i. Since the tragedy in Japan last year, the price for fish has steadily gone up and is so expensive now that a lot of people can't afford it. I have always considered myself to be an advocate of the ocean because I grew up with a love and respect for sharks, whales and dolphins and belong to several organizations that fight to save those animals.
I do what I can to recycle but to be honest, haven't really given much thought to how pollution in the ocean, specifically plastic pollution can cause problems for the ocean, the sea creatures and us. In Hawai'i we have been very aware of the big pile of debris from Japan after the earthquake and tsunami last year and the danger that huge pile of debris poses to humans and sea creatures alike. So many people I know are "really concerned" about this huge pile of debris and how to take care of it/get rid of it. What about the every day pollution going into our oceans beyond the debris from the Japan tsunami and earthquake? A lot of people don't think about it.
I think that a lot of people don't realize how vital the ocean's health is to our ecosystem and way of living. The balance of the oceans is vital to our livelihood. When the balance in the ocean is thrown off, we will see the fallout from it. With the overfishing and shark finning and dolphin and whale slaughtering going on, it's no wonder so many fish and other sea creatures are dying and beaching themselves. I'll get into that topic in another post on another day because I could go on and on without end regarding those topics. Here's a helpful and informative resource about how the ocean ecosystem affects our climate [click the link].
Someone wrote me and sent me this graphic (click the sliver of a picture to the left to see it expanded) about plastics pollution in our ocean and how the garbage we allow to go into the ocean ends up being consumed by us in the end. It's very scary. Consider the BPA that is found in a lot of plastic products that scientists are now discovering may cause cancer or increase in the chances of cancer. So what happens if we pollute the oceans with plastic? The fish eat it and bigger fish eat it and we eat the bigger fish... Very scary thought. The graphic below is interesting, full of information and true. I really liked how they incorporated the facts with something colorful and interesting.
We all have to do our part to keep our world clean, especially our oceans!!
You know the saying "beauty is in the eye of the beholder"? I have found it to be true in many ways. One man's trash is another man's treasure. What is beautiful to one person may be considered strange or ugly to another. Many times, the most beautiful things come from something that is not quite so beautiful. It's like meeting a person the first time and perhaps they're not attractive or they're not the most outgoing person. If you relied only on your first impression, you might not get to know the true beauty of that person. It's when you take the time to look beyond any outward exterior or awkwardness and truly get to know someone that their true inner beauty is revealed. Bottom line: don't judge a book by it's cover!! I know I have gotten quite cheesy here and used a quote or two that would be considered by many to be trite. There's a reason sayings and quotes like the ones I referred to above are so overly used...it's because they are true.
Take this flower for instance. I was watching my son ride his bike the other day and snapping random photos of him. I went to get a chair which I keep in an area where there are these prickly plants that have thorns all along the edges so I never touch them. I noticed a bloom peeking out through the middle of the plant. It took some maneuvering to get my camera and lens in an area where I could get a picture without the "leaves" obstructing my view of the flower. Did I mention these leaves are lined with prickly thorns that not only hurt if you get poked, but scratch you up and cause the scratches to swell? Not fun. I managed to get a shot of the flower and it was the prettiest pink/peach/coral shade. Proof that beauty can come out of something that isn't very special on it's own, something that is prickly and hard to maneuver around. The point is that if you take the time to get to know someone or to maneuver around the unattractive bits or the awkward moments or prickly situations, you can end up quite blessed. Whether it's with people or plants, there's beauty everywhere. You just have to be willing to take the time to get the shot.
I hope you are all having a wonderful week.
xoxo,
Jean
A couple of weekends ago my son and I went hiking with my sister in law, her daughter, sister, mother and nephews. It was such a nice day and a wonderful experience. I've been trying to be more active and it was a nice excuse to take some photos. The water was blue and clear and so was the sky with the exception of a few clouds. Even though the sun was shining bright and hot on my skin, the wind provided a nice cool breeze to keep me from really feeling the heat. It didn't hurt that I was wearing my awesome Dermalogica sunscreen (which I will review later this week). Regardless of the direction you look, you're a snap away from a postcard worthy photo. There's a beautiful lighthouse that you can see as you hike and then of course, the beautiful beach below.
There were so many shades of blue that a person could spend all day up there trying to count and name them all. As I gazed down at the clear, blue water at Makapu'u beach, I reminisced on fond memories of spending every day there body boarding and swimming through and under the waves. Before I had my son, I literally spent at least a year at the beach every single day and Makapu'u beach was my favorite one to go to. The current is strong, but the water is clean and clear and so refreshing. I miss body boarding. I don't think I would be much good at it now haha. I went there every single day I was pregnant (except for a few days before I gave birth) and some of my fondest memories were laying in the sand and feeling my son kick in my tummy. I can't believe that was 11 years ago. Time flies.
I hope you all enjoy these pictures and are having a wonderful week.
YOLO!
My neice Alohilani enjoying a piece of fried chicken while she takes in the beautiful view. :)
I am so blessed to live in Hawai'i. I have traveled all over the west and east coast of the US and throughout Europe and though I have seen some amazing architecture and beautiful sights, nothing is quite like Hawai'i.
My dad is the hardest working, most generous person I know. He is someone I look up to so much for all he does and doesn't do.
My dad is one of the few men I know who wouldn't do something unethical to make an extra buck. He's honest and fair down the board. He's always been there for my brother and I when we need him and he's always forgiven us when we've messed up.
My dad has been not only an amazing dad to me and my brother, but he's a wonderful grandpa to my son and nieces. My son doesn't have a dad so he really loves and looks up to his grandpa. My dad always makes sure he makes time for my son Alaka'i which my son treasures so much.
Thank you Daddy for always being there for me and my son, thank you for being supportive and generous and kind. We love you Dad!! So thankful to have a dad like you!
The weather today is humid and hot. At some points the sun is warm and hot on my skin and then a cloud will roll in and create a nice shade over everything. The sky is the most beautiful shade of blue. I wish I could go and enjoy it but I'm stuck in the office. Happy Friday everyone!!
Welcome to the "Aloha Friday Hop", hosted by What Jean Likes and Local Sugar Hawaii! Aloha Friday Blog Hop is a brand new weekly feature that will run for 6 days and occur every Friday at 12 midnight Hawaii Standard Time. Aloha Friday Blog Hop is a great way to meet new people and learn new things as well as increase your blog followers! So let's have some fun!!
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This is all about sharing the Aloha spirit with other bloggers out there and helping each other to gain some exposure and find some awesome blogs to read!!! You don't have to be from Hawai'i to participate! In fact, we encourage and welcome people from all over the world to join us on this Aloha Friday Blog hop!
- Follow Jean via Google Friend Connect, Google+, Facebook, Twitter, Networked Blogs, Pinterest, Tumblr, Linky Followers, and Bloglovin!
- Link up your blog name and URL with our Linky below. You can do a separate entry for your blog, Twitter, Facebook, Google+ or Linky. We want everyone to get lots of follows and some sugar!!
- Grab our Aloha Friday button and include it in a post about the event on your blog and in your sidebar (if you want) to show some love and let everyone know that you participate in the weekly blog hop!
- Go to as many blogs on the Linky as you want and FOLLOW them!! Be sure to tell them that you are from Aloha Friday Blog Hop!!!
- If someone is nice enough to follow you, why not show them some Aloha and some sugar and Follow back any followers you have gained from the Aloha Friday Blog Hop!
State of Shenanigans is a wonderful and lovely blog written by Elizabeth about her life with her husband Ryan and all of their adventures. I personally love her blog and was so pleased when the Rafflecopter randomly chose her as the winner for blog spotlight of the week!!! I forgot to notify her until tonight oops!! Sorry Elizabeth! So I just wanted to put a quick blurb here. She has wonderful pictures and posts about her life and she also has wonderful recipes that I guarantee you'll want to try!!
This is all about sharing the Aloha spirit with other bloggers out there and helping each other to gain some exposure and find some awesome blogs to read!!! You don't have to be from Hawai'i to participate! In fact, we encourage and welcome people from all over the world to join us on this Aloha Friday Blog hop!
What's neat about our Blog Hop:
- Put the same linky list code on your blog and you'll have the exact same list!
- Your blog visitors can add their blog to your list and it will show up on Everyones lists!
- By adding your blog YOU MAY BE RANDOMLY CHOSEN FOR OUR BLOG SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK!!!
**Leave a comment with your blog address if you are new to our hop so we can follow you back**
Happy Aloha Friday!
Remember, if someone follows you, follow them back! Show some Aloha!
Enter YOUR Blog to be the next Aloha Friday's Spotlight Blog of the Week!!
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Welcome to the "Aloha Friday Hop", hosted by What Jean Likes and Local Sugar Hawaii! Aloha Friday Blog Hop is a brand new weekly feature that will run for 6 days and occur every Friday at 12 midnight Hawaii Standard Time. Aloha Friday Blog Hop is a great way to meet new people and learn new things as well as increase your blog followers! So let's have some fun!!
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This throwback Thursday I'm sharing photos of my grandparents. My dad's parents Jean and Peter (I'm named for Jean) both died long before I was born. My mom's dad Henry died long before I was born and my mom's mother Endoline was the only grandparent I got to know. She died a few years ago and I still miss her.
My grandma Jean and grandpa Peter (my father's parents) on their wedding day. |
My grandpa Henry and my grandma Endoline (my mom's parents) not long after he came home from WWII in the Navy. |
My grandma Jean. I love this pic of her in a bathing suit back in the day!! |
How are all of you doing? I am so excited to be back and nearly 100%. I miss blogging!! I hope you all are doing amazingly well and are having a wonderful week!!
xoxo,
Jean
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