I enjoyed the message in front of the local Catholic church during the recent IRONMAN race, which is a decidedly merciless event consisting of a 2.4 mile open-water swim, a 112 mile bike ride, and a marathon run. Looks like someone might be about to have a problem with his bike chain, too.
For more information about IRONMAN, go to Ironman.com.
Stick insect are beautifully camouflaged on twigs and small branches, but there are other surfaces with which they blend well. This one, though, might not be the best choice.
This black witch moth shows the wear and tear of everyday life.
Looking down onto clear blue waters close to shore.
The telltale foot pads of a gecko making its way up the outside of a window blind.
This is what people think of when they think of Hawaii: golden sand, blue water, and rolling surf at Hapuna beach, often touted as one of the best beaches in the world. Trouble is sometimes the surf gets too big, which is when the lifeguards have to get busy. Not sure the surf in this photo warrants the sign, but even small surf can cause trouble for people unfamiliar with it.
Waves of lava in this tide pool have gained color over time.
An old trailer rusts away in a field near the Kohala coast.
Graham's Island 