We had a short layover in Anchorage. Once we arrived in Anchorage my brother, Matt, called and had some bad news. My grandpa was in the hospital and was fading fast. Grandpa had been in the hospital since Tuesday, but his wife didn't call my and tell any of our family. I know it's got to be so hard for my mom. There are so any emotions right now. I am furious at Louise for how she has treated my mom, sad my grandpa is passing, excited for our family trip to Hawaii and feeling guilty because while I am in paradise my family will be dealing with all that.
The kids are so excited. They can't wait to be on the beach. It wasn't ten minutes after take off and Lance looked out the window and said "look, dad, white sandy beaches!" Andrew just laughed and said "that's still snow".
Our plane landed over an hour early into Kona. It is so beautiful! The kids love all the flowers and cool trees everywhere. 
We even seen some wild chickens. We got our rental car & headed straight to the hotel to change out of our pants. We aren't used to being hot.
After eating we went back to the hotel to change into our swim clothes. I know you're not supposed to swim immediately after eating but we had spent allot of time sitting and needed to burn up some energy.
After a good swim in the hotel pool we changed and went to Walmart to buy sunscreen, beach toys, snacks, drinks and boogie boards for the kids.
Walking back to our room Lexie found this huge snail! I sat Andrew's phone down beside it just to give a size comparison. 
We have an awesome day planned for tomorrow!!!!
