Friday, January 30, 2009

1st day in paradise!

A view to the left from where our house is.

while the guys were out getting surf gear and Olea was crashed, Bella and I explored the yard, pool, hot tub, and hammack. She told me that this suit isn't modest, but its o.k. to wear it when no people are around! she still doesn't let Ben go swimming without a shirt!

In all her Mermaid gear in the hot tub...the pool was too cold.

I love seeing this ball of energy come to a complete stop for a couple of hours!

The guys contemplating the surf.




The flight was way too long, but the kids did O.K. When we arrived here in Hawaii, we were all smiles! we gained an extra 3 hours, which made it even better! Our home for the next two months is better than I imagined! it has it all! We explored the house first, and found that it has a perfect studio for Ben and Sean to paint in, and the hot tub is just perfect for me! Next we explored the beach and almost tripped on a huge turtle as we walked onto the sand, and of course I didn't have my camera. We have adjusted pretty well, except the kids are up at 4:00 in the morning, so we have been watching the sunrise on the beach. Ben and Sean didn't waste any time getting a rental car for the month and buying some surf boards. All in all it was a dreamy day.
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17 comments:

  1. Rachel MaeJanuary 30, 2009 at 2:35 PM

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  2. Rachel MaeJanuary 30, 2009 at 2:47 PM

    Wow, I didn't know you guys were going to Hawaii for two months!! What's the ocassion? Ben's painting? How fun. It looks gorgeous. I'm totally jealous. Can't wait to see more pictures of your paradise. (I love the one of Bella in the mask.)

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  3. CaptureJanuary 30, 2009 at 3:27 PM

    Two months?? I am sooo jealous! Beautiful images too.
    Sigh. Enjoy!
    Krysta

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  4. Jan ScarpinoJanuary 30, 2009 at 3:34 PM

    So sad...We miss you guys already! It looks like the girls are in absolute heaven, so i'm not feeling too bad for you guys!:) We can't wait to come out and see you! Be safe and keep posting pictures, Lots of love!

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  5. CordieJanuary 30, 2009 at 3:37 PM

    Yes, I am jealous too! BUT, I am so excited to see all the awesome pictures you take, these are a great start. Have so much fun!!!!!!

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 30, 2009 at 3:41 PM

    Ok, I'm ready to cry. Wish I was there! Squish my babies for me!!
    g

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  7. WendyJanuary 30, 2009 at 4:14 PM

    LOVE THE PICTURES KRISTINA!!! Keep em coming. Bella is so adorable, and so is Olea -- especially while she's getting that beauty rest. Right??

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  8. 3 Peas in a PodJanuary 30, 2009 at 4:56 PM

    How beautiful!!! I went to Hawaii on my honeymoon. It was gorgeous. A really, really long flight from NJ though. Can't wait to see your gorgeous pictures for the next two months.

    Aloha!

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  9. UnknownJanuary 30, 2009 at 5:23 PM

    wow! two months! i'm so jealous. i could use a nice warm place right about now. instead for now i'll live vicariously through you...

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  10. michelleJanuary 30, 2009 at 5:51 PM

    I wondered why your cars were parked in the backyard! HAHA! I'll keep a watch out on your house for you. I wish we could come out and visit, that truly looks like paradise!
    And I love the polka dot suit on Bella it looks super cute!

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  11. KieraJanuary 30, 2009 at 5:53 PM

    Oh Kristina....All can do is smile. You are exactly where you should be right now. Keep the pictures coming. I'm loving them so far!

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  12. LeahJanuary 30, 2009 at 6:29 PM

    I'm obsessed. And never been more jealous. We miss you already.

    And the pink and white hammock. LOVE IT. Her swimsuit is to die for too.

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  13. wendybirdJanuary 30, 2009 at 8:12 PM

    Wow, what a dream! I hope you love every second of it!
    I passed a tent-fold sign advertising swim suits outside a boutique today - it was covered with ice. :)Glad your able to suit up in the warm weather!

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  14. RachaelJanuary 31, 2009 at 11:00 AM

    Well I wish I could trip over a turtle but I hear they don't like the snow to much! I am so glad you guys got there safe and sound and I can't wait to see more pictures. Love and miss you guys a ton!

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  15. Cardon FamilyFebruary 1, 2009 at 7:45 PM

    it does sound really dreamy! Doug is all about going to paradise for two months.....maybe we will follow in your footsteps someday! You are going to have a blast!

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  16. mycattripoliFebruary 3, 2009 at 10:15 AM

    oh gosh- what a dream- i wish aaron's job required us to live in hawaii for two months at a time!

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  17. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:00 AM

    Thank you Kristina for posting these pics. I am definitely going to show these to Jeff the next time when he asks why I am in such a bad mood! Hope you guys are having fun! It looks beautiful there...

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