One month ago when I checked the Autumn leaves forecast, it said it will happen at the end of November.  Ahhh, I’m going to miss it!  But thanks to Mother Nature, it’s happening right now!  The trees are literally changing color right in front of us!!!

One of the main reasons I come to Japan is to eat, eat, and eat.  It’s hard to turn down delicious food that will cost 4x the amount in Hawaii.  

This trip is all about flow.  Rent a car from the airport and just drive, drive, and drive.  Stopping by interesting places along the way.  I’m terrified when it comes to roller coasters so as we got closer, my stomach started to ache.

I’ve never seen anything like this before.  A roller coaster going straight up to the sky.

There is no way anyone is going to get me to ride this.  NO WAY!

And no way I’m riding this either.  I’d rather surf a 100′ wave.

My brother and sister tried to get me to ride the roller coaster but NO WAY!   This was the only thing I rode. Traveling with family and friends is the best.  Rent a car, a house, and live as one.  I spent every single day in the ocean this year so it’s nice to get away for a while.  I’m loving this!

Getting back in the car and taking a long drive.  Watching the trees and mountains changing colors as we drive.

Traveling resets your mind, body, and soul.  I can’t live without doing it…

Family trip ON! Walking, driving, eating, exploring, and laughing. This is like a dream trip for me. My favorite county in the world!

The weather has completely changed in Hawaii.  It went from a hot summer right into a cool winter.  What happened to autumn?  We’re still in transition so somedays you can go without a wetsuit, and somedays it’s a lot comfortable wearing one.  For light winds and early morning, I prefer this 1mm front zipper Dove top.  

Then for cloudy days with cool North winds, I prefer this 2mm long sleeve front zipper top.  Regardless of the time or type of day it is, I’m always warm.  Thank you Dove Wetsuits for keeping me warm these past 33 years!