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In-Flight Meal

9/30/2014

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Pack your own picnic for your next flight.
"In-Flight Meal"... those words probably do not bring back fond memories of delicious ready-to-eat food enjoyed on trips past. Airline food seems to be sadly, steadily, declining. Why not pack your own picnic?

Here's what I packed for my family on our recent flight to Kauai. Each lunch included pizza, a salad of lettuce, garbanzo beans, tomatoes, red onion and feta cheese with a mini Twix bar as a treat. All my kiddos happily finished their meals!

Since we were going to be gone for two weeks, I used this opportunity to clean out the veggie drawer in my fridge. In addition to our lunches, I packed a veggie tray... cut up carrots, celery, broccoli and cucumber.

When thinking about what to pack for your picnic, consider what you and your family really like to eat. What tastes good at room temperature? Remember that airplanes are often cool (COLD!). Your food is not likely to spoil, but you can always pack it in an insulated bag. Do not include any liquids or the TSA guy may swipe your ono-licious looking meal!

We often fly Hawaiian to Kauai, they still offer free meals in coach. When we last flew Hawaiian the meal was pretty good... even included a glass of wine! Check out my post in November 2012.  Most domestic airlines do not offer this same service.

Something that surprised us all was how much better we felt on the flight and after landing. Eating fresh food along with plenty of liquids helped to make our flight a pleasant part of our journey!
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One of my daughters carries a little instant camera. A photo of my son and I. Shaka!

Thanks for reading my diary! I hope that your next flight is tasty!

Aloha!
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A Vacation in Paradise

9/18/2014

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Aloha Friends!

2 blissful weeks on Kauai...

We felt so blessed to be there and made great memories of fun times with family and friends, relaxing sunsets on the beach, delicious island food, adventures and the incredible beauty that is Kauai.

I have so much to tell. I'll enjoy sharing our experience with you over the next few diary entries. Here's a few photos...
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Our family walked often along the ocean-front path behind the condo in the evenings. On this occasion the girls discovered  a hammock. The perfect sunset hang out! :)
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This adorable gecko spotted us at the pool. His photo is a little out of focus. I thought he was too cute. I had to share! I think this colorful guy is called a Gold Dust Day Gecko --if any of my Hawaiian friends can confirm please feel free to comment!
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This is one of our favorite beaches on Kauai. Just a mile from the condo Lydgate beach boasts clear sheltered water-- perfect for swimming! The experience is like walking into an aquarium...there are so many fish and sea creatures to see! Puffer fish, striped Convict Tang, bright Wrases, BIG blue fish that swim in schools...too many fish to try to name!

Please keep the people of the Puna district on Big Island in your thoughts. Lava is flowing dangerously close to the town of Pahoa,and the highway, possibly cutting off thousands of residents from their homes. Hugs and positive thoughts to our friends on Big Island!

Aloha!





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    Aloha E Komo Mai! 
    Mahalo for reading the Coconut Diaries!  I love writing about Kauai and don't mind at all if you read my diary! I post every week or so, unless something really exciting needs to be shared! Check back often for fun and informative posts about my favorite place... 
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