Several weeks ago I returned from Hawaii, where I spent part of my time on the Big Island with the Ted Vorfelds and part of my time on Oahu.

There were two events on Oahu: granddaughter Dana Kukuruda’s wedding on July 1 and stepson Peter Vorfeld’s beachside funeral on July 2. It was a time of celebrating life and spending time with the most remarkable people: my Vorfeld family. And the joy of meeting so many of their friends.

The wedding was held in the chapel at Hilton Hawaiian Village, and the funeral at Peter and Esther’s home on the beach (in Waimanalo).

It was a bittersweet time, but again, a joy to see so many friends and relatives, and to participate in such a meaningful funeral service on the beach.

I spent quite a bit of time in Holualoa, and will be sharing some photos in my blog and on Facebook.

Thanks for letting me share a few special moment in my life.