"The Garden Isle" of Kauai in Hawaii

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By Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman, Century 21 Liberty Homes, Mililani, Hawaii 96789

My mother was born in Nawiliwili town on the Island of Kauai on January 12, 1928. Nawiliwili is a little town outside of the the city, Lihue and its right by Nawiliwili Harbor. My mother had 7 sisters and one brother and they had a little Japanese country grocery store. My mother's stories of growing up were one of "the simple life". Nothing extravagant. Nothing too special. Except that she lived on the "Garden Isle".

The Na Pali Coast with its rugged cliff/coastline and mountain terrain has incredible views of five lush valleys, waterfalls, and ancient Hawaiian ruins (and there is a 11 mile trail for hikers) CLICK! MORE PICTURES

Kauai's Nawiliwili Small Boat Harbor is tucked behind the Hokunui and Haupu mountains on the Huleia River.
Photo: Robert Rekward

Waimea Canyon is like a mini Grand Canyon and the scenery is something to behold! Measuring 10 miles long, 1 mile wide and 3,500+ deep and were carved from floods and rivers from Mount Waialeale's summit. The lines in the walls are evident of many volcanic eruptions and flows throughout the centuries.

If you remember, back in my article on Hawaiian Legends - Nightmarchers, Menehune, and the Tiki Gods I mentioned when I was young that my cousin and I used to go to visit my Aunt. Well, the Waimea Canyon is in this area. So be sure to see the Menehune Ditch on Menehune Road while you're up there!

Courtesy of Wikipedia (Waimea Canyon)

So, this is just another topic I picked mainly because it's from my memories of my childhood as well as many trips over there to visit my two Auntie's. (My Aunt Ane San is no longer here)

If you happen to travel over to the Garden Isle while visiting or even if you are relocating ot the islands, here are a couple of links for entertainment, golfing and dining:

Kauai Festivals; Kauai Golfing; RESTAURANT'S CYBERGUIDE (for all islands) and please be safe! Visitor and Newcomer Safety Tips for Hawaii!

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Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman is a Realtor-Associate with Century 21 Liberty Homes in Mililani, Hawaii. With a sharp understanding that a listening ear is the key to a client's needs she serves the island of Oahu (Honolulu County) and all Hawaii Military Relocating to Hawaii, Hawaii Retirees, Hawaii Job Transfers and Hawaii Residents. Website: www.hawaiihomesmarket.com