Category Archives: weather in Hawaii

Building a home in Hawaii, Part 2

Posted on March 4, 2019 by Diane Scheurell

My latest project is building a house on the lot I purchased in 2016. After I had the land cleared and grubbed, the next step was to decide what to put on it. My expectations were high, because readying the … Continue reading →

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Big Island: if you don’t like the weather, drive five miles

Posted on August 9, 2018 by Diane Scheurell

Today Hurricane Hector is supposed to be arriving on the Big Island. I live on the eastern side, the direction first to get hit by rain from hurricanes. I woke this morning to a steady rain and thick humid air. … Continue reading →

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The great equalizer – the ocean at Anaeho‘omalu Bay

Posted on September 19, 2015 by Diane Scheurell

When I think about the ocean, I think of the need to respect its power. In Hawai‘i, large waves toss people about, especially unsuspecting tourists and local kids with bravado. We hear news stories of shore walkers getting pulled into … Continue reading →

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Guilty Pleasures – beach hiking in Puako and other winter fun

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Diane Scheurell

“What are you doing in April?” The voice on the other end of the phone was my sister in Wisconsin. “Nothing, why?” “I can’t stand it anymore. I have the weather report on my phone for all my friends. The … Continue reading →

Posted in humpback whales, lava, life choices, places worth seeing on Big Island, Puako, Things to do on the Big Island, weather in Hawaii | Tagged , | 7 Comments

Home sweet home

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Diane Scheurell

We’re finally home. The girls and I have been away for almost seven weeks. BG didn’t go; he hates to travel and claimed that someone had to stay home to feed the cats. His loss. He missed 12 plane trips, … Continue reading →

Posted in Cats, kitties, eating in Hawaii, home, housecleaning, hurricanes, lava, roosters and hens in Hawaii | 2 Comments

Grateful for small moments

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Diane Scheurell

I try to write down my blessings and thank God every day. Being grateful for what I have lays the foundation for having an abundant life. What are you thankful for this day? Dear God, Thank You for giving us … Continue reading →

Posted in Cats, kitties, daughters, gratitude, Hawaii beaches, husband, wet/dry side of island | Tagged | 3 Comments

Escape to the beach

Posted on January 9, 2014 by Diane Scheurell

I’m certainly glad that the Polar Vortex has left the mainland. I’ve been reluctant to post anything in the past three weeks because whatever I said about living here on the Big Island would sound like gloating. But even we … Continue reading →

Posted in beachcombing, Decide and take action, driving in Hawaii, Hawaii beaches, moving to Hawaii, self care, weather in Hawaii, wet/dry side of island | Tagged | 2 Comments

Chicken no more

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Diane Scheurell

We had another earthquake last week. We’ve had maybe six or seven since I’ve been living here on the Big Island: six in 20 months – not too bad. But this earthquake was the biggest and longest I’ve ever felt. … Continue reading →

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Hawaii signs you won’t see in Wisconsin

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Diane Scheurell

I always love my guests’ reaction to the stop signs in the Parker Ranch Center, one of two main strip malls in Waimea.  Nearly everyone pauses to take a picture.  They are a great reminder to locals and tourists alike … Continue reading →

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The Elixir perfected

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Diane Scheurell

It feels great to be back on the Big Island after so much time away. Amy, my neighbor back in Racine, says it snowed last weekend and the weatherman is predicting snow for Friday. Some lakes in Wisconsin still have … Continue reading →

Posted in Hawaii beaches, Honoka'a, Honoka'a Pool, self care, wet/dry side of island, yoga | 4 Comments