I just got back from Hawaii on Sat. and had a wonderful time.  I will work on posting pictures.  I was on the Big Island in Kona and had a blast.  This is still like a small village and I walked or biked everywhere.  I did a night dive with the Manta Rays and that was one of the best experiences I've had diving.  These things are huge with a width of up to 12' and mouth that could swallow your head and shoulders with no problem.  The thought of being in the Ocean at night, and I'm not the highest thing of the food chain, was a little intimidating.  The other thrill for me was diving with Bob Meistrel, the founder of Body Glove 1953.  He is in the Diving Hall of Fame and Surfing Hall of Fame and just an incredible guy.  Did I mention he is 80 years old.  That's like the class of 71 or 72 .  If any of you make it over to Kona take the night dive with the Manta Rays, or snorkel, that is available also.  Glad to be back and lets hear about some other vacations from you peeps.
Take care,
John