I got sunburned on my layover! Waikiki was all that I had hoped for and more. The sand was gorgeous, the sun was searing, the water was clear, and the sky was deep blue. Surfers were out riding waves to the shore and the Aussies were camped out on the beach, taking solace from winter in Australia. The Japanese were very well represented too.In between transit from Tokyo and Chicago, I spent about 3 hours swimming, laying out, and trying to get over the fact that I was in Hawaii. It was just too unreal for me to grapple with. Four dollars got me to Waikiki Beach and back to the airport on public transit with time to spare to catch my Chicago flight.
If you're wondering if I arrived at O'Hare safely, the answer is yes. Hello USA, hello Midwest, and hello Valpo!
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I probably would have thought about going to the beach, but would have come up with too many obstacles. I would've been too afraid that I'd get lost, be late for my flight back home, spend too much money to get there and have no time to enjoy it. You just go without hesitation. You fully dive into life and I love that about you!
I love you, MOM
Amen with what your mom wrote, Derik.
Welcome back home! T. Anja
Derik.
Your gusto for life and taking every moment and living it to the fullest is just what we all need to learn from. YOu have been a lesson to me of living life way fuller than I do. Thanks for all you have taught me on your journey. What a joy you are.
Love,
Aunt Debby
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