Hammock

While on our trip, Melia would enjoy lounging in the hammocks with either Jason or myself.

We were enjoying the beautiful sunset this evening.

She discovered the hammock for the first time.

"Mama, sit."

Kinda falling off...

After lounging in the hammock, she decided to explore.

and approached this stranger.  Melia is not a shy kid.  Sometimes, if she enters unfamiliar territory, it'll take her about an  hour to warm up.  But there are times when she'll approach strangers and act like they're best friends.  She wouldn't leave this guy alone.

 Trying on his hat.

 Got your nose!

 Examining the light.

Shops at Wailea

We took Melia on a walk from our hotel to the Shops at Wailea.  She ended up LOVING the escalator.

 Going down the escalator

 Melia signing "Again."

Polo Beach

We took Melia to Polo beach which is right outside of the resort.  That girl took to the beach like the fish to water.

 We had to hold her back from running into the water.  The water was pretty calm, but the undertow would have taken her in.

 splish splashing in the water

Hawaii!

We took Melia to Hawaii for a week.  We were pretty nervous about taking her on a trip since she doesn't sit still for long.  And she loves to scream now.  I didn't know how she would do on the plane ride there.  She ended up surprising me and doing pretty well.  She only slept for about 1.5 hours but was willing to sit somewhat still for the duration on the trip. 

I was also worried about taking her out to eat at restaurants, since she refuses to sit in a high chair for no more than 10 minutes.  Once she's done eating, she'll start throwing her food and immediately want to be out of her seat.  We stayed at the Fairmont Kea Lani in Wailea and they REALLY know how to work with kids.  The server would come out immediately with a toy for Melia to play with and her meals would arrive within minutes.  Jason and I were actually able to relax a bit on this trip.

The sunrise from our balcony above the Haleakula volcano.

Playdate with Kira and Leah

Melia and I went over to the Chans to play with Kira and her new sister Leah.

Melia checking out Kira's ride.

 Hello Aunty Linh, Kira and Leah!

 Melia showing them her Puppy.

 Melia admiring Kira's bracelet.

 Kira and Melia watching the new patio go in.

 Melia pretending to sleep.