Hi, ladies. 🙂 Happy Saturday. This was me at Shark’s Cove yesterday. Snorkeling was a lot of fun. When I get back to California in a couple days, I swear I’m going to get a pair of fins and snorkels to use at the community swimming pool. I don’t care if it makes me look crazy.
Right now I’m sitting here in the living room of my in-law’s place listening to the oldie’s radio station (which they listen to constantly) and sipping some coffee.
Let me know what you’re up to this weekend. I hope you’re having a good one.
It’s hard to look graceful walking in swim fins…
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
CC says
May 23rd, 2009 at 6:22 pmWow the audio is crystal clear. It sounds like I’m right there by the waves (I wish!). Enjoy Hawaii!
Karen says
May 23rd, 2009 at 11:52 pmHi CC,
I wish you were here, too. 🙂 How’s your weekend going?
Stephie says
May 23rd, 2009 at 6:42 pmYowza, Hawaii looks amazing!! Actually a friend of mine is there right now visiting family. I am so jealous. I’ve never been there and instead of going on vacay this summer I’ll be cramped up taking calls for people ordering outdoor swimming pools and the lot. oh, the irony.
hopefully i’ll make enough to go to hawaii myself 😛 Hope you keep having fun Karen!!
Karen says
May 23rd, 2009 at 11:53 pmHi Stephie,
Oh the irony indeed. 🙂 Summer jobs are always good, though — money in the pocket never hurts.
BTW, how did the wedding makeup gig go?
Nikki says
May 23rd, 2009 at 6:47 pmwow that looks gorgeous!
Karen says
May 23rd, 2009 at 11:54 pmHi Nikki,
It was a really nice day — the water was really calm and clear. 🙂
Vonvon says
May 23rd, 2009 at 6:54 pmOh my….Hawaii is really beautiful! Looks like your summer has already started 😉
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Karen says
May 23rd, 2009 at 11:55 pmHi Vonvon,
It’s going to rough going back to the cold Bay Area weather… sigh!
How’s your weekend going so far? Doing anything exciting?
Shiny says
May 23rd, 2009 at 7:09 pmWow that’s a breathtaking view! I’m so jealous!
Karen says
May 23rd, 2009 at 11:55 pmHi Shiny,
It’s one of my favorite spots on the island. Whenever we visit I try to stop by.
Hope you’re having a good weekend so far!
Kypris says
May 23rd, 2009 at 7:22 pmThat looks amazing! And so do you, even while snorkeling. 😉
I saw one turtle at Hanauma Bay while snorkeling, but I heard from friends who went to Maui and snorkeled at random beaches that there were tons of turtles there, swimming alongside them.
Wish I could be back in Hawaii… but we’ve got sunny weather here, so I can’t complain too much :). To answer your previous question: I was at an MRI conference – they hold it in a different location each year; it was my first year, and I was lucky to be able to go to Hawaii!
Karen says
May 23rd, 2009 at 11:57 pmHi Kypris,
Aww, thanks! I had no makeup on, hence the big glasses, LOL!
I have *never* seen a turtle while snorkeling. I bet that was amazing!
Hopefully your conference will be held at a fun destination next year. I’ll keep my fingers crossed and hope that you’ll come back to Oahu! Hey, ya never know, right?
Stacie says
May 23rd, 2009 at 7:34 pmOh, completely jealous! Looks like you’re having a blast!
Karen says
May 23rd, 2009 at 11:57 pmHi Stacie,
It’s been relaxing and fun — just what I needed. How’s your weekend going?
Zara says
May 23rd, 2009 at 7:35 pmSimply Gorgeous!
Maybe I should stop by my local beach this weekend [only 10 minutes away ;)], though I know it can’t compare.
Karen says
May 23rd, 2009 at 11:58 pmHi Zara,
I’m so jealous that you live only ten minutes away from the beach. When I lived in SF the beach was literally right down the street. I miss that!
Glosslizard says
May 23rd, 2009 at 7:52 pm*Le Sigh* Here in the East Bay, it was 55 degrees and overcast today! Further, Hubby and I are spending a fun-filled weekend cleaning and prepping our house for renters to move in next week! Ahh, the fun never ends! At least I get to snorkel vicariously through you, thanks for that and enjoy! 🙂
Karen says
May 23rd, 2009 at 11:59 pmHi Glosslizard,
Oh sounds like fun! How’s the shack in the back looking? 🙂
I heard that you guys had a heatwave recently. I was hoping to come back to warm weather but apparently that ain’t happening!
Miss QQ says
May 23rd, 2009 at 7:54 pmHi Karen! Glad that you are having so much fun!
Karen says
May 23rd, 2009 at 11:59 pmHi Miss QQ,
How are you? I hope you’re having a good weekend so far!
Renee says
May 23rd, 2009 at 9:02 pmI really need to go to Hawaii someday 🙁 Looks amazing! Glad to hear you’re having a great time!
Renee
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Karen says
May 23rd, 2009 at 11:59 pmHi Renee,
I hope you get the chance to visit someday. It’s a really magical place. 🙂
Merylynmagic says
May 23rd, 2009 at 10:05 pmHey Karen!!
You look so good in that picture!!! 🙂 It’ll be nice to have you back blogging full time! Hope your family is doing well too. I had a fun day with some friends- we went to the local Ikea and literally combed through every aisle!! I now have some great closet organizers that I can’t wait to use 🙂 Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Cheers
Karen says
May 24th, 2009 at 12:01 amHi Merylynmagic,
Oh, I could spend ALL DAY in Ikea! I love all the organizational knick knacks! I bet your closet is going to look super organized when you’re done.
We will be leaving on Monday so I’ll be back to full-time blogging soon. 🙂
Anyway, how’s your weekend going?
Rae says
May 23rd, 2009 at 10:31 pmHey girl!! I’m glad Hawaii is going so well 🙂 That water is gorgeous — jealous!
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Karen says
May 24th, 2009 at 12:01 amHi Rae,
It’s been a lot of fun hanging out with the fam and relaxing. How’s your weekend going?
Kizzy says
May 23rd, 2009 at 11:39 pmI love Hawaii! My in-laws live there as well. Lucky us, right?
Enjoy!!!
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Karen says
May 24th, 2009 at 12:02 amHi Kizzy,
Oh cool! Which island are they on?
S says
May 24th, 2009 at 2:07 amKaaaareeeen!
I just can’t stop watching video of that sea. I’ve been trying to avoid anything connected to sea and summer vacations, and since I live in a beautiful Mediterranean coast town and am surrounded by sea, it’s not that easy…
Now I have such a craving for a swim! But unfortunately my exam period ends July 17. so no vacation before that!
🙁
Karen says
May 24th, 2009 at 1:22 pmHi S,
July is just around the corner. 🙂 Soon you’ll be able to have fun in the sun!
What are you studying? Do you enjoy your subjects?
SHARON says
May 24th, 2009 at 2:51 ami live in Hawaii on Oahu and have been for two years. i could have sworn you and your blog were here all along! you look so familiar! i love your blog! but i hope your vacation has been absolutely fantastic and i wish you safe travels home!
Karen says
May 24th, 2009 at 1:21 pmHi Sharon,
I wish I could blog from Hawaii! Whereabouts do you live?
Marta says
May 24th, 2009 at 7:09 amSo jealous, it looks like you are having a blast.
Nice sunglasses: where did you got them?
Karen says
May 24th, 2009 at 1:21 pmHi Marta,
Those are a few years old. They’re Fossil and I got ’em in 2005. 🙂
wendy says
May 24th, 2009 at 7:29 amOhhh how amazing, that looks perfect Karen!
Meream says
May 24th, 2009 at 7:30 amKaren, I am so jealous. I’d love to go to the beach right this very moment.
Karen says
May 24th, 2009 at 1:18 pmHi Meream,
Do you live near the ocean?
HaNNa_HuLLaBaLoo says
May 24th, 2009 at 9:00 amYou sure had tons of fun, Karen! Suddenly I feel like snorkeling in Redang island~
I stayed home this weekend. Having quality time with my family and bf. Hey at least I was doing something, no? =P
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Karen says
May 24th, 2009 at 1:16 pmHi Hanna,
Quality time with the honey and the fam is always a good thing. 🙂
I’ve never heard of Redang Island. Now I’m gonna have to look it up!
Stef says
May 24th, 2009 at 11:20 amYou look really thin in these pictures Karen!!!
This weekend has been a blast so far! Last night I hung out with my neighbors, gossiping and having tequila shots! Today we’re having a BBQ at the in-laws’ house and then going to a party for another neighbor. Tomorrow I am going to veg out and watch tv and my Netflix movies I’ve had for two months, except at 3 o’clock I’m taking a moment of silence to honor our fallen soldiers for Memorial Day!
Karen says
May 24th, 2009 at 1:16 pmHi Stef,
It sounds like you are having a lot of fun with your friends and family… a perfect way to spend the weekend. 🙂 What movies are you watching today?
ritadebora says
May 24th, 2009 at 11:31 amHi Karen,
Which hotel would you recommend in Hawaii?
Karen says
May 24th, 2009 at 1:15 pmHi Ritadebora,
It depends on what your budget is. Are you looking for something more higher end?
Briana says
May 24th, 2009 at 11:55 amoooh, love the video! Makes me want to be back in hawaii so bad! 🙂
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Karen says
May 24th, 2009 at 1:15 pmHi Briana,
I’m gonna have to replay it over and over when we leave. Sigh… today is our last day here!
Anyway, how’s your weekend going?
ritadebora says
May 24th, 2009 at 1:39 pmHi Karen,
Not a high end one. I’ve seen on internet Sheraton Royal Hawailan and Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. How about these? And is staying on Wakiki beach a must? Since you know Hawaii, I thought you could help me out as I’m planning to go there next year… if everything turns out ok 🙂
S says
May 24th, 2009 at 3:56 pmHi Karen!
At the moment Government law, followed by marine law, and labour law. Previous years were a lot more fun, I’m not really into these subjects, but I must complete them anyway! And you are right, July will come soon enough…
Have fun there for all of us stuck here!!!;)
Sakura says
May 24th, 2009 at 10:23 pmGirl you have nice arms! What have you been doing! Enjoy the sand and surf!
I’ve shared your blog with my hommie from Japan! Thanks for all of the lovely blogs!
BTW I saw some lovely kitties at the Animal hospital today and thought of Tabs!
HaNNa_HuLLaBaLoo says
May 25th, 2009 at 12:16 amHi Karen,
Oh, Redang island is one the many beautiful islands my lovely country got to offer. Go google Redang island,Malaysia! But Hawaii is just soooo breathtaking!
U’re leaving? have a safe journey home. =)
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Juliet says
May 25th, 2009 at 6:45 pmthanks for that little movie! I felt like I was there for a short minute =D
Vanessa says
May 26th, 2009 at 2:34 pmHi Karen! What kind of camera do you use? It’s awesome!