Took a vacation day today for some “me time.” Went out to Lanikai early this morning. Actually took a wrong beach access path and stumbled upon this photo op by “mistake.” (Click to enlarge.)

Had a devotional time, then kicked back to relax and unwind. Brought a beach towel and a carton of coconut water.

Made friends with two Japanese tourists who asked me to take a video of them. I complimented them for finding this beach so far off from Waikiki.

Walked barefoot up and down the beach. Really nice.

I drove back into town for brunch at Koko Head Café. The place was packed.

Had the loco moco. It was awesome! The hot cast-iron skillet began to toast the garlic rice underneath the patty &  mushroom gravy. Winnahs.

Because it was still early, I headed back out to the Makapu’u Pier.

There’s actually a nice picnic spot underneath.

There were a lot of fishermen on the pier today. Quite the crowd….

Stopped by my “old stomping grounds” on the way home. Ran into a few KS students at the Waiola Shave Ice Store.

Had a great vacay day today. Gonna take a nap and get ready for Bible study tonight. Thinking of making this an annual tradition every July 9th….