This slipper might just fit my feet!  HaHa!  Though not a part of my "Walking Hawaiian," this is the "Charity Walk" that I try to participate in every year.  Well, you know that it's right up my alley!

A six mile walk with a minimum of $35 participant fee, the food you get all along the way and the many Hawaii organizations that benefit makes it well worth the cost.

I was revving my walking engines to get started, but, the worst log jam was at the start since we all had to get our stamps first.  STAMPS?  

There are 18 checkpoints that need stamping and when you get them all, this is your ticket for a FREE lunch and  you become eligible for drawings for prizes after the walk. Yeah, my card was pretty "bussup" from putting it in and out of my pocket.

I did not have need for their services yet, as we just started, but, it's good to have them nearby later on, yeah?

The Double-Tree cookie is my daughter's favorite which was one of the goodies we ate directly or put it in the backpack for later!  We paused for a picture along the Ala Wai Canal.

This year included many photo opportunities along the route.  Here, a mermaid sat, with a ready smile and a comfortable seat.

Not only was my daughter on this walk with me, but also my friend Robbie.  The shaved ice did not have the best flavor, but it sure cooled you down!

They must have held a decorative SLIPPER contest.  These are my favorites! Please double click the photo to see the intricate details!  Very creative!

The waves were pumping and glassy, but alas, Rochelle didn't have her board.  So, she improvised!

Finally, the last checkpoint and the end of the walk is in sight!  We were greeted with cheering girls and a fine mist at the finish.

Here are all the shirts of the Hotels who sponsored the event.  I saw many of them while we were walking.  My legs are sore, and my body exhausted, but, it was very satisfying to complete and fun to be with my daughter and friend for a great cause.  E Malama Pono! (Take good care!)
* By the way, if you would like to see more pictures of the event, click and check out my daughter's blog, "It's the weekend!" 

Somebody is talking behind this guy's back...or maybe BITING!  If you are wondering if I'm back in Kaka'ako, you would be correct.  Due to weather conditions and age, I thought that it would be good to document the beautiful art of POW! WOW!  Enjoy and TRY to understand!  Each work needs thoughtful contemplation for the artist's interpretation.

Walking perpendicular to my previous route, I was able to fill in most of the pukas (holes) , and photograph many more painted murals in the area. Completing only 3.26 miles for the day, I am resting up for the Charity Walk on Saturday. This is a 6 mile event that I participate every year! 

 I forgot to give you April's tally, so here it is!  The total for April was 15.82 miles adding to the Grand Total of 667.70 miles since starting this blog.  Come on 700!  I can TASTE it!

Met up with an interesting guy from Laie, named Matt!  He and his wife formed, Wooden Wave.  As I continued my walk, I came across his art.  A mural of tree houses, possibly a community!  I liked how he incorporated the meters in it!  If you would like to get more information, his email is: woodenwaveinfo@gmail.com.

Most important in art is composition!  I loved how this artist put everyday objects in this mural, somehow making it look organized and not just a MESS.  I wanted to take notes and identify each and every object.  Are you thinking that I'm OCD?  HaHa!

Not good to pass by when you are getting hungry!  One of my favorite Hawaiian Food restaurants!  I didn't know that they were in business since 1947!  They're obviously a hit!

What struck me about this art was the very heartfelt dedication to the artist's father.  It reminds me that everyone is human and experiences loss, but expresses it in different ways.

Again, if you would like to see more of the murals in Kaka'ako, please click on my link to my other blog, "the walking hawaiian 2!"  I didn't want to overwhelm you by posting everything that I saw.

A classmate of mine who has made the BIG TIME, yet is so humble.  I love her icon with the A and the N put together so ingeniously!  Way to go!  May you have continued success!

A novel way to support vines or trailing plants.  Eventually, it should grow into either a star or a circle!

Please double click the picture to find out why I thought that this was so unique!  Do you see it?  Yes, the poles and sign have been covered with knitted material!  So cool!  I mean...warm! 

Painted on a rolling door, I was lucky to see this as most places open their door for business!  The peony is my favorite flower due to its longevity, size and scent.  What is your favorite?  Make sure to ENJOY it!  Aloha no! (Lots of love!)