Hanging Out at Golden Hour: Ofu Photo Journal
Two words: golden hour. We had a sweet bonfire on the beach with bevvies all around surrounded by great company. Ofu, you are spectacular.
Reading on vacation | Ofu Photo Journal
I love feeling like I have all the time in the world on vacations… reading “Coming of Age in Samoa” by Margaret Mead while lounging on the beach.
Passing through Olosega
Olosega is part of the Manu’a group separated from Ofu island by the Asaga Strait. We admired the view of Ofu-Olosega and their unique landscape.
Coconuts and Jenga – Ofu Evenings
My days in Ofu are usually spent on the beach, biking through To’aga, or hiking Mt. Tumu. But the evenings are spent around the table with kindred spirits.
Coconut Crab for NYE Dinner
Coconut crabs are suuuuper delicious, but it doesn’t mean that we should be taking more than we need. A lovely New Year’s Eve dinner with family.
From To’aga Road to Asaga Strait | Ofu Photo Journal
A little trip to Asaga Strait where a bridge connects the islands of Ofu and Olosega. I can’t help but be distracted by the aqua hues all around.
Bike Riding at To’aga + Sunu’itao Peak | Ofu Photo Journal
By far the best way to get around Ofu is by bike – lush greens on both sides of the path clear up to reveal the dramatic Sunu`itao Peak.
Visit with a Kingfisher | Ofu Photo Journal
Jamie and Holly from the Institute of Bird Populations (IBP) invited us over to check out a kingfisher that they were rehabilitating back to health.
Snorkeling at To’aga Beach | Ofu Photo Journal
We made it! – arrived on the only flight of the week to Ofu, Manu’a! Snorkeling at the incredible To’aga beach, and feeling grateful.
Life Lately: Catching Up with Myself
A lot has happened in just the last couple of months, and can you believe that it’s the end of 2018 already?! Updates on my life lately…
What Does a Sustainable Party Look Like?
Feast your eyes on this tropical zero waste party idea! An eco-friendly baby shower hosted by Alafaga and a band of creatives in American Samoa.
Life Lately: Diving More (+ New Job, New Hair)
A hectic season of growth… Diving every weekend, my short (again) hair, and my new job! Still working on finding my new balance.
Photo Journal: I made a duvet cover!
Last weekend, I mustered up all my creative energy and patience and got to work behind my sewing machine to make my own DIY duvet cover.
Sunset dates out west
We love spontaneous date nights around the island. I don’t always take my camera on date nights, but when I do, I’ll try to share photos here.
A Technicolor Camp Night
The night lit by campfire, glow sticks, and the light in our eyes; coconut crabs and dancing children; cozy tents, hammocks, and rising tides.