The Windward side of Oahu, where the tradewinds blow up the steep walls of the Ko'olau's and the lifestyle and scenery has not changed much in centuries.  A two-laned (one for each side of traffic) road called, Kalaniana'ole Highway (is your tongue twisted?) circumnavigates this stretch I traveled today. We  call this area.. Waimanalo!

I know that this might be a little strange, as I usually post the same day that I walked, but, I had technical difficulties!  I'm using a picture from my walking program, because the map I use would take 6 pictures to show!  Just making it easier for you and me to see.  Taking almost 2 hours to complete about 5 miles, yes, it was a leisurely pace!

Fear, is an excellent motivator, and my first mile was a bit hairy!  Notice the skinny shoulder that barely fit me and the nearness of cars and don't forget the 1000 foot drop over the rail! Starting at the Makapu'u lookout, I walked my fastest during this part of the journey! Wearing my "construction yellow" shirt, I made it through safely!

Here is Makapu'u point from a different vantage point.  I call it, "the smoking lady," because it looks like a face with the lighthouse being the cigarette.  When the light revolves, it looks like she is taking a drag and the cigarette glows brightly.  Yes, I do have quite an imagination!  By the way, there is a trail that takes you very close to the lighthouse and is a great viewing place for breaching whales!

Who remembers "Magnum, P.I.?" The first photo is where "T.C." parked his charter chopper for "Island Hoppers."  The second is where Magnum lived with Jonathan Higgins and his Dobermans; Zeus and Apollo.  The lava looking wall blocking the estate is actually a motorized gate decorated to look as such.

A most welcome sight that I didn't even know existed!  My pace definitely slowed as I felt safer and the ocean and surf distracted me!

I don't know if I can convey the HUGENESS of this School bus, but, compare the size to the LARGE SUV's parked next to it!  I think that only 6'4" and above football players could get inside!  I couldn't see a step, so, watch that first step in and out and be careful when going under a low overpass!

Yes, my favorite!  Did I buy any?  Carrying emergency money with me, I bought two!  Waimanalo has a large percentage of Hawaiian Homestead Lands where to qualify for properties, you must be 50% Hawaiian or more.  Largely agricultural, they are known for their corn and salad vegetables with large hotels and restaurants purchasing their delicious fare!  By the way, the LauLau was ONO!(delicious!) 

Nearing the end of my journey, I passed by the Honolulu Polo Club grounds.  Thinking that the stabled ponies were being friendly, I should have realized that they probably were smelling the LauLau's and wanted some! Established in 1986, it used to be agricultural land. The matches start in May through October.  Tickets are $5 per head with children under 12 and military getting in FREE!  Relax and enjoy if you like Polo!  Tally ho and aloha (goodbye) until my next post!

First seeing the gaping mouth of this Alligator (Crocodile?), more and more animals came into view as I approached.  I guess this resident is a wannabe zoo owner!  Well, its a lot easier (no excrement clean-up) and cheaper (no feeding them!) this way, yeah?  Hmmm...why the leg?  Food for the Alligator?  By the way, the "pueo" is an "Owl!"  Did you find it?

Travelling way out east to Niu (coconut) Valley, today's walk totaled 3.59 miles down it's lush interior surrounded by verdant, green-walled ridges.  Why here?  Because I have NEVER been here before.  Passing this valley many times driving on Kalanianaole Highway, somehow I've always wanted to check it out, but didn't.  Thanks to "the Walking Hawaiian" blog, desire has become reality!

Peaceful and panoramic, Halaki Street was a pleasure to walk and to view.

Too much "bird droppings" decorations?  I would like to call this, "The Porcupine mailbox!"  Double click to see the spikes!

Where's the Chinese Theatre?  These two driveways are ready for celebrities to sign!  I think that the residents are a little "star-struck," don't you think?

Quite unique, this '62 French Citroen drove past four times during our walk (I walked with my friend, Robbie today.)  The owner lived in France for three years attending college.  He also had another newer version in his garage.

Paying homage to Monet, the lily pads, weeping willows, surrounding hills and the reflection of clouds on the water made for a gorgeous gate. You must double click the photo to see the details!  Painted and signed by Clark M. Takashima in 2007, maybe you should check online for other works by him.  As I have made a desire become reality, think of something you always wanted to do and do it!  A Hui Ho! (Until we meet again!)