Yes, we had an earthquake in Hawaii! Strange, right? Yup, we were awaken by a shaking bed and house yesterday a little after 7:00 am. For most of us the power was out for most of the day and evening (ours came on sometime after 10:30 pm in the middle of the night). Unfortunately, I heard that some still didn’t have power this morning! That’s why a number of our traffic lights are not working yet.

The most damage was done to the Big Island in Kona. They had to evacuate and close a couple of things like Kona Community Hospital and a few hotels. I’m hoping my Aunty is alright who works lives in the area where the earthquake originated…she also works at a hotel that had some damage to it.

On the news there are a bunch of folks at the Honolulu International Airport that were stranded from yesterday and had no food. I feel really sad that there are some unhappy people that were here on their honeymoons, dream vacations and some that even have kids. Hopefully it will all be resolved soon and planes will be in the air.

In addition to this earthquake excitement we are having odd rainy weather. Funny that even though there were predicted clouds, showers and possible thunder showers it remains a bit humid!

Plus yesterday my husband’s cousin had her son’s first birthday party. Some people weren’t able to make it since we were told to stay off the roads and weren’t sure the party was still on. Luckily the caterers had made the food really early in the morning so we could eat! Those of us that did show up had a nice time talking story with family, sharing our earthquake experiences, eating some local food and hanging out in the dark.

Finally, I really want to thank everyone for their emails and for thinking of me. I appreciate your thoughts. Wow, I felt so special this morning when I was able to get online and check my emails and saw that there was concern! Thanks!!! :o)