By gabriana on February 6, 2026 ( Leave a comment )

Back from paradise

For the last two weeks, I’ve taken my first vacation from this blog in 11 years. And I actually went on vacation!

After redeeming airline miles for a free ticket and hotel points to cover part of my stay, I went to Hawai’i. The trip was incredible and packed with good things!

So here’s a round-up of some of the good things from my trip:

Seeing Hawai’i for the first time and the sweet smell of their air
Free 1st class plane ticket and room with a view of Diamond Head
Watching sunsets on the beach every night
Warm, clear water and soft sand
Oh the food: incredible fish ‘n’ chips, Leonard’s malasadas, rainbow shave ice, Tokyo-style pancakes on a roof deck, poke tacos at Duke’s, frozen cocktail poolside, tropical fruit bowls and smoothies, creme brulee in a pineapple, fish tacos, poke bowls, Liliha Bakery Coco Puffs, and more
Touring Iolani Palace
Touching and powerful hula show
Watercolor painting and swimming at peaceful Kailua Beach
Wild parrot visits on my balcony
Island painting, Koa wood keepsake, Lahaina weaving, and pearl charm art classes
Decorating my travel junk journal in my Wanderlust Passport
Meeting and supporting local Hawaiian artists
Catching my first wave
Learning to make a flower lei crown
Watching a surfing competition at Sunset Beach
Swimming in a waterfall
Hibiscus trees, orchids, and Banyan trees everywhere
Swimming with wild turtles
Attending the Kaka’ako Farmers’ Market and Malama Hawaii Makers Market

Today’s #OneGoodThing is returning from Hawai’i with lots of good memories and treasures! Watch today’s video on YouTube or Instagram! Readers, what was YOUR #OneGoodThing today? Please share in the comments!!! Let us cheer you on! And remember, kindness is everything!