The last week of September, Nate had to go to Guam for work. So, Aliza and I tagged along and it turned into a pretty fabulous tropical vacation!
Back in the U.S. of A.!
While Nate was working, we drank from coconuts and walked on the beach.
It was rough.
Almost a part of their special day.
Our little bathing beauty LOVED the water! Even after a salty gulp, she still wanted more. The reef just off the shore caused the water to be warm and calm - it was perfect!
A windy trolley ride!
We tried to create a little 'room' for Aliza, but it didn't really work. Isn't she cute?
Not quite sure how she knew to do this...she's never seen us use a phone with a cord! Yeah, she's probably a genius.
Each morning we enjoyed a fabulous, leisurely continental breakfast.
And made a friend while we were there, of course.
We had time one afternoon and drove to the other side of the island (it took about 45 minutes) to Talofofo Falls Park.
The greeting committee:
Talofofo Falls is also the site of Shoichi Yokoi's cave. Yokoi was a Japanese soldier who went into hiding when the Americans liberated the island in 1944. He remained in hiding until he was found by two shrimp fishermen in 1972 - 28 years! He finally returned home to Japan and became somewhat of a celebrity.
He picked a beautiful spot to hide - too bad he could only see it at night!
