Our second day was really fun! Like the first, it began like a dream. Waking up to bright sunshine streaming in through the thin curtains that were blowing in the most fragrant breeze imaginable. We began all our days with a run, which was invigorating. It was so much easier to wake up early in Hawaii, we didn't want to waste any time sleeping!
So in order to avoid sunburn for one more day, we decided to have some mostly indoor fun. We ventured to the Maui Ocean Center Aquarium to study the things we would be seeing while snorkeling later in the week! It was really interesting, and comforting. We learned that there aren't really any sharks to worry about while snorkeling and swimming around Maui!!! Of course I would pay attention to that stuff... I've had many a nightmare thanks to JAWS.
We had lunch at one of the restaurants in the Aquarium, the Seascape. Joey had an amazing Teriyaki Pineapple Cheeseburger and I had a salad. His was amazing, mine was... a salad. ;)
The best part of the Aquarium was the giant tank filled with sharks (who can actually sleep) huge fish, and the adorable baby turtles! It was a great day, and we learned a lot.
Then, we strolled around the outdoor mall and stumbled upon a Yogurtland. It was my first such experience, other than say a TCBY. And I must say, I am now a shameless addict! Healthy, Delicious, and practically guilt-free = Awesome.
We were very excited to get to the Sunset Luau that evening! And talk about perfect, when we looked out from our balcony there was a rainbow!!! Seriously!?? This place is unreal.
I had always wanted to go to a Luau! This one was truly authentic, not at all cheesy. They even roasted a pig in an imu. (an underground smoke pit) And I must say, he was incredibly delicious. Here's a tip, when in Hawaii, if ever there is Kalua Pork on a menu.... ORDER IT !! It is amazing! And free adult beverages made it even better!!! We saw one of the male performers husk a coconut with a crude spear-like tool, in about 20 seconds. Joey bought me my first real flower lei, made by one of the artisans there. The flowers were soft and beautiful, and the fragrance was absolutely intoxicating. The food was incredible, and the sunset was breathtaking. Weather was perfection. Literally. We wondered where all the mosquitos were!
We made fast friends with the people at our table, some Newlyweds and some married for much longer than us. The show was my favorite part of the evening! The best part being the emcee asking for all the couples celebrating Anniversaries to stand, and then had the ladies sit down. Then he asked those men to come up to the stage and follow along in a special hula dance for their lady. It was one of the brightest moments I can remember! Watching Joey up there, so embarassed, yet having so much fun made me absolutely giddy! I can still see him up there so vividly, it brings joy to my heart. Then there was the fire-juggler, which was super cool ! Completely crazy and dangerous, but definitely cool!
After the luau, we strolled along the beach hand in hand. Like we did each and EVERY night. It was a little chilly, but so so wonderful. And we couldn't get over how few people were there! Our hotel seemed full, along with the other hotels along the beach, but the beach itself was never really all that crowded- even in the middle of the day!
We just soaked up that gorgeous moonlit, starry night. It was the most romantic setting we could ever imagine! It was the perfect prelude to our Day 3... our WEDDING DAY!!! Stay tuned!
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