Sheriff's Deputies

Deputies from the Hawai‘i State Sheriff's Department's Airport Division stand by with long guns for a state Department of Corrections inmate transfer flight.

Rusted Toyota

While walking around Kaka‘ako taking photos of the Pow Wow Hawai‘i murals, I came across this rusted 1970s Toyota Corona station wagon. It sat on someone's property, with the tires flat, but with a current Hawai‘i license plate.

Mic and Monitor Pack

One of the microphones and in-ear monitor receivers for a singer on the New Hope Leeward worship team prior to rehearsal.

Happy Independence Day!

Wishing you all a Happy Independence Day! The United States celebrates its 245th birthday. 🇺🇸

Today is also Yuki's birthday! She turns six, and this photo was from her first birthday celebration. She has grown into a smart and humorous dog.

Matching Sunshades

The flight crew of this Gulfstream V business jet covered the cockpit windows with Gulfstream-branded window sunshades as the aircraft remained in Honolulu for several days. For the cabin, the windows have powered sunshades, and the flight crews will usually close them if the jet will be parked for more than a day.

Kaimana Sunset

Sunset, as seen from Kaimana Beach, with people enjoying the last of the sun's rays.

Happy Father's Day to all the dads!

Pavilion

The pavilion at Hale‘iwa Beach Park, as photographed in black and white, with an Ölloclip iPhone Fisheye Lens Attachment.

Kimié & Kalani

Hawaiian music artists Kimié Miner and Kalani Pe‘a pose together during their rehearsal of the 2018 SoFi Hawai‘i Bowl entertainment acts. Kimié sang Hawai‘i Pono‘ī in pregame, and Kalani sang two songs during halftime.

SUP Silhouette

A black and white silhouette shot of a stand-up paddleboarder at Ala Moana Beach. This photo was taken a decade ago while on break from working on the 2011 Lantern Floating Hawai‘i event.

Anuhea

Hawaiian music artist Anuhea, performed at the grand opening of the Mokulele Airlines Terminal (Terminal 3) at the Daniel K Inouye International Airport. She performed several songs for the Mokulele staff and waiting passengers.

Guideway Installation

The Honolulu Area Rail Transit is an above-ground mass transit rail system that has been under construction for the past several years that will extend from East Kapolei to the Ala Moana district. The photo above shows the guideway being laid in at the Aloha Stadium Station.

The first operational segment of The Rail will run from East Kapolei to Aloha Stadium, and should begin service later this year.

The Rail is now several years behind schedule, and a few billions of dollars over budget. The first operational segment, from East Kapolei to Aloha Stadium, is scheduled to begin in the fall of this year. They estimate that the full system will not be in operation until 2033.

"Hi Neighbor!"

Yuki and Emi look over at the new neighbors and bark.

Copper Strands

A portion of this power cable was cut, and the end stripped to expose the copper wire strands so a terminator can be attached.

Breaking Free

A running back from the Mill Vill Trojans [white helmet] breaks free from the defense of the Ewa Beach Sabers during a Jr Prep Sports (JPS) youth football game. He gained another five yards before being tackled.

Today's post is dedicated in memory of the late Patrick Mauga, who was the voice of the JPS games at Aloha Stadium. He suddenly passed away last year. JPS games won't be the same without hearing Patrick's gregarious voice, and enthusiastic announcing over the PA system, and on the game recordings.

Marina Dusk

Dusk approaches at the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor. Hundreds of small boats are moored at this marina, at the west edge of Waikīkī.

Are We Done Yet?

One of the pilots that making the delivery flight of this Jiangxi Air Boeing 737-800, watches and waits as jet fuel pumped aboard for the next flight leg to Majuro (Marshall Islands).

Blue Irises

Happy Easter!

A trio of blue irises in bloom.

New Turf

In the summer of 2016, the Aloha Stadium had to replace its UBU Speed Series S5M Sports Turf. The installers had less than eight weeks to tear out the previous turf, inspect the ground beneath, then lay the drain pads, turf panels, and the sand and rubber in-fill. The job was completed in time for the fall 2016 high school and college football season. Today's photo shows a shot from turf blades level as players from the University of Hawai‘i Rainbow Warriors arrive to hold their pre-season Fall Scrimmage.

Kawainui Canal

The Kawainui Canal cuts through part of Kailua. Homes and businesses line the edges of the canal that begins from the Kawainui Marsh and Stream, and flows out to Kailua Bay. People have been known to ride dinghies or stand-up paddle board up and down the canal. The view above looks toward the beginning of the canal, and the Ko‘olau Mountains further in the distance.

Veni Vidi Bici

A play on Julius Caesar's famous phrase "Veni, Vidi, Vici (I came, I saw, I conquered) ... the bicycling community has taken the phrase for the mode of transportation. In Kaka‘ako, bicycling is encouraged to move around what has become the arts district of Honolulu. There are bike racks on every sidewalk , and fronting many businesses. Adrian decided to pose for this shot for her senior portraits session.

Sunflower Farm

One of the sunflowers at a sunflower farm in Waialua, captured with a honeybee collecting pollen.

Waimea Canyon

Waimea Canyon, on the island of Kaua‘i, is one of the island's biggest natural tourist attractions. On a clear day, the view of the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific" is majestic, including the Pacific Ocean at the end of the canyon.

Stewardesses And Surfboards

A pair of Virgin America flight attendants pose with specially-made longboards on the event stage before the arrival of their inaugural flight from San Francisco.

Emi Playing With A Toy

In a rare moment, Emi plays with one of Yuki's toys.

Tomorrow marks Emi's 9th anniversary of her "gotcha day".

Happy Valentine's Day!

Pacific Rim Cup

The Pacific Rim Cup soccer tournament is an annual event at Aloha Stadium, hosted by Blue United, and features two J-League and two Major League Soccer teams. Unfortunately, the 2020 and the 2021 editions were canceled due to the China Corona Virus pandemic. Today's photo shows an Under Armour match ball and the champion's trophy at the press conference of the inaugural event.

Gum Wall

The gum wall at the Public Market in Seattle. Yes, we left our mark on the wall as well with a hashtag #ivankatsea2014. I read that the walls in the alley were scraped clean a few years after we left our gum. Of course, people resumed leaving their gum wads on the walls.

Yuki And Her Toys

Yuki's toys gather over her as she falls asleep for her nap.

Colored River Rock

Colored river rock on display at Geoubunga. I raised the saturation levels to boost the colors.

Sir Richard Branson

In November 2015, Virgin America began service between San Francisco and Honolulu. As owner of the Virgin Group, Sir Richard Branson made the inaugural revenue flight, and is seen above exiting the Airbus A320. In Virgin style, the inaugural flight actually parked on HNL's South Ramp with a parking spot converted to a Virgin America lounge, and a stage complete with the airline's branded longboards. Even the A320 used for the flight was named "Pineapple Express".

Color Splash Bird Of Paradise

Hau‘oli Makahiki Hou! Happy New Year!

This year's first photo was taken with my iPhone, and used the Color Splash app to remove the color from background of this bird of paradise flower.

The Chainsmokers

The electronic dance music duo, The Chainsmokers, headlined the 2017 Dream Weekend Concert at Aloha Stadium. Today's photo was taken during the duo's finale.

Unfortunately, this year's concert was canceled because of the China Corona Virus pandemic.

Hawai‘i Bowl Presser

Coaches and players from the University of Hawai‘i Rainbow Warriors and the Middle Tennessee State University Blue Raiders meet with the media for the 2016 Hawai‘i Bowl, a few days before the Christmas Eve game. For the Rainbow Warriors, seated left to right: Linebacker Jahlani Tavai, Wide Receiver Marcus Kemp, and Head Coach Nick Rolovich.  For the Blue Raiders, seated right to left: Linebacker D.J. Sanders, Quarterback Brent Stockstill, and Head Coach Rick Stockstill. The Rainbow Warriors won the game 52-35.

Jahlani Tavai now plays for the Detroit Lions, Marcus Kemp now plays for the Kansas City Chiefs, and Nick Rolovich is now the head coach for the Washington State University Cougars.

With the China Corona Virus pandemic, this year's bowl game was canceled by ESPN Events and the Hawai‘i Bowl.

Wedding Cake

 

Today's photo of this wedding cake is from my cousin Jay's wedding. He married his high school sweetheart Tiffany, five years ago this week.

USS Arizona

Tomorrow, December 7th, is the 79th anniversary of the attack on the Pearl Harbor Naval Station by the Imperial Japanese Navy. One of the US Navy battleships that were sunk in the attack was the USS Arizona (BB-39). This model of the battleship seen above, was brought to Pearl Harbor from Arizona, in December 2011 for the commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the attack.

Coaches

At media day of the 2018 Hawai‘i High School Athletic Association (HHSAA) state football finals, Mililani Trojans Head Coach Rod York [left] and Saint Louis Crusaders Head Coach Cal Lee pose for a shot together as they wait their turns to be interviewed by the local sports reporters. The Trojans and the Crusaders faced off in the HHSAA's Open Division Championship during the Thanksgiving weekend, with the latter winning, 38-17.

Sadly, due to the China Corona Virus pandemic, the HHSAA is looking at moving this year's season over to next spring.

Strawberries & Blue Flame

At Ruth's Chris Steak House, their feature dessert for anyone celebrating a birthday, is their strawberries & chocolate, lit a flame with brandy.

Mark Dunkerley

Mark Dunkerley served as the president and chief executive officer of Hawaiian Airlines for over 17 years. He oversaw the growth of the airline from an inter-island and west coast airline, into a major airline in the Asia Pacific Rim.

This photo was taken after the airline unveiled its modified Pualani logo and livery at a ceremony at the Hawaiian Airlines Cargo Facility. In the background, is the Boeing 717-200 that was the first in the fleet to have the newer livery.

Hawaiian Airlines also celebrated its 91st anniversary on November 11th.

Pilot Wave

With Veteran's Day on Wednesday, we would like to honor of all the veterans who have served in our armed forces, thank you for your service!

A pilot from the District of Columbia Air National Guard's 121st Fighter Squadron gives me a wave from his F-16C Fighting Falcon pilot, as he taxies out to Runway 26L for departure. A detachment of four F-16s and a tanker, were returning to their base.

Streaky Clouds

Streaky clouds form over central O‘ahu in the late afternoon.

RareBirds

Our November Instagram collage features rare (and not-so-rare) airliners photographed at HNL, and the original photos were posted on the HNL RareBirds Instagram page.

Row 1: Amazon Prime Air 737-800F; FedEx 777-F; Regency Airlines 737-700; UPS Airlines 747-400F; Asia Pacific Airlines 757-200F; and Kamaka Air C208BF.

Row 2: Sun Country Airlines 737-800; China United Airlines 737-800; Westar 727-100; US Air Force C-17A; Antonov Airlines An-124-100; and former British Airways 737-400;

Row 3: Japan Airlines 767-300ER; Miami Air International 737-800; Embraer ERJ-190E2 demo jet; Cebu Pacific Air A320-200; Lucky Air 737-700; and DHL Airlines 767-300ERF;

Row 4: Kalitta Air 747-400F; Northern Air Cargo 737-300F; former Alaska Airlines 737-400C; Hawaiian Airlines 717-200; two Wamos Air 747-400s; and former Avianca A320-200.

Air Doxie

For the past Halloweens that we've had Emi, I've always wanted to make an aircraft wings costume for her. Timing wasn't here, as Halloween fell on the weekends, and I had to work those evenings. A few years, I had the chance to make her costume made of foam core board. I didn't have much time to do more with the decorating, but the fact that I made it, was enough for me. Emi was a trooper for wearing as we went around the Waikele Premium Outlets.

Centenarian

This week, Grandpa would have turned 108. Today's photo was taken during his 105th birthday celebration. Unfortunately, we lost him last year, but he led a good long life! 

Haiku Gardens

Haiku Gardens, located in Kāne‘ohe, O‘ahu, is part of a condominium complex with a restaurant, Hale‘iwa Joe's,  that overlooks this pond and gazebo. The location is quite common for weddings and photo shoots.

Touchdown Reception?

A wide receiver from the Faith Lutheran Crusaders (Las Vegas, NV) reaches up to make a high-point catch for a touchdown, as a defensive back from the Kaimukī Bulldogs tries to make a play. Unfortunately, the receiver's left foot landed out of bounds, thus an incomplete pass.

This game was to have been played on Saturday, September 3, 2016, but was postponed to the next day, and moved to Aloha Stadium, because of Hurricane Lester. Fortunately, the storm turned north, and did not affect the islands.

Monochromes 2

Our Instagram collage for October features monochrome photos.

Row 1: miniature LED lanterns; highball glass; ice forming in a freezer; statue at the Pearlridge branch of First Hawaiian Bank; clouds; chain curtain.

Row 2: concrete, up close; clouds; back focus chart; escalator; old-fashioned ice tray; t-shirt on a mannequin.

Row 3: close-up of silverware; classic car; macramé; corpuscular rays; footprints on damp Geotech; tree.

Row 4: fisheye lens cloud shot; Emi; light fixture; guardrail baffles; Yuki; pine cones.

Cheerleaders

Cheerleaders of the Pearl City High School Chargers, work to get their crowd riled up, as the team's offense marches down the field.

Hamakua Marsh

Hamakua Marsh is part of the wetlands system in the Kailua region of O‘ahu, and is home to four native waterfowl: the Ae‘o (Hawaiian Stilt), the ‘Alae‘Ula (Hawaiian Moorhen), the ‘Alae Ke‘oke‘o (Hawaiian Coot), and the Auku‘u (Black-crowned Night Heron).

Subdued Colors

Another of Adrianʻs senior portraits, this one with the background colors subdued to highlight her blue dress.

‘Ōhia Lehua

The ‘ōhia lehua flower is an endemic plant that is found on all Hawaiian Islands.

Emi Super 17

Our Instagram collage for this month celebrates our dog Emi's 17th birthday. She turns "Super 17" later in the month. Since the last collage we posted of her, Emi has overcome some serious challenges. In late 2017, she had a bout with Intravertebral Disc Disease (IVDD), that warranted crate rest for a month, anti-inflammatory medication, prayer, and acupuncture. The latter proved to be a Godsend, as it has been a essential to her recovery, and she still gets maintenance treatments to this day. Earlier this year, we discovered she has canine arthritis, and it reared its ugly head a few months ago. Again, with prayer, meds and acupuncture, she made a recovery. During this time of the China Corona Virus, the canine arthritis really flared up, to the point where she couldn't walk. With us being forced to stay at home, we could give Emi full attention. By the grace of God, Emi made a full recovery with prayer, meds, and acupuncture. Her walking is normal, and can scamper in short spurts. This little Miniature Dachshund is one feisty, determined, and stubborn little girl, with a voracious appetite, got her through all of her challenges.