Take out from Goen Covid-19 has eliminated my desire to dine in even though most restaurants have opened. Since March we have tried almost every takeout place in Kailua. Here are a few of my favorite takeout spots. Easy 'Que If you love …
Taryn E. Fowler
Things I Take for Granted
Going on almost three weeks of sheltering in place at our north shore house it's been a roller coaster of emotions. Some days I'm grateful to be here and healthy, and other times I'm heartbroken by the news and sadden by our new isolated life. I …
Contagion + Groundhog Day
They say be careful what you wish for. I had been wishing for Steve to work less and be home more, and we were even thinking about living at our beach house on the north shore - and well look-ie what we have here! It's day 3 staying up at our north …
Highlights of 2019
2019 was the year of healing. After months of grieving for Spencer, I crawled out of the hole I was in and really tried to be selfish for once in my life and take care of myself. Therapy, surf, and some time just being me really helped heal the …
Visiting Lanikai Beach in Kailua, Hawaii
Lanikai Beach in Kailua, Hawaii on the island of Oahu is one of the most beautiful and famous beaches in the world. The calm, clear aqua water and soft sand with a front row view of the iconic Mokulua islands makes this beach a favorite among local …
Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens in Hilo, Hawaii
Looking for kid friendly activities in Hilo, Hawaii, I came across Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens. This zoo is run by Hawaii County and has FREE admission! This 12-acre zoo is the only naturally occurring tropical rainforest zoo in the United …
Goodbye 2018
2018 is coming to an end and I couldn't help but reminisce and think about the past year. 2018 started off with a family hike at Friendship Garden in Kaneohe. After Macie's passing in October 2017 and months of sadness, I was ready to start off 2018 …
Canoeing Ladybird Lake in Austin, Texas
Those of you who know me, know I grew up in Austin, Texas. My dear friend Margeaux first took me canoeing on Lake Austin (now named Ladybird Lake) when I was in my early 20s. I was always very fond of canoeing the calm lake and seeing the city from a …
Why I Love Ted’s Bakery
One of my favorite places to eat on this entire island is Ted's Bakery near Sunset Beach on the North Shore. I've been going to this place for years and years since it was a tiny hole in the wall and only open for breakfast and lunch. Since then the …
My Favorite Spots in Kailua Not in the Guidebooks
It's fast approaching about a year since we made the move to Kailua. It was a drastic move coming from a larger home in the country of Kahaluu to a cozy two bedroom condo in busy Kailua Town. I don't fancy the weekend tourist crowds or the relentless …