A tremendous storm called Olivia was supposed to hit the Hawaiian islands while we were there this week.  One day before it was projected to arrive on the islands, we returned to our favorite little beach cove.  Yes, the one with the deep waterway connected to the second, more deserted beach. We ventured to the…

Going into deeper waters requires giving up of some things.  Like the fear of loss, that you are going to lose something of great value in your life.  Like the fear of familiarity, that you are going somewhere so off-course you won’t be able to find your way back.  Like the fear of losing control,…