Laie Hawaii Temple

The Laie Hawaii Temple

This was the fifth temple built and the first temple built
outside of Utah.  It was originally dedicated
in 1919. Wow! That's before I was born!
 This temple is on the island of Oahu,
in a city called Laie.

Pictures can't capture the beauty of the
grounds of this temple. You really should
come here for a visit and see it for yourself.

This tropical temple is located 
near the BYU-Hawaii campus.

I spent my day here at the temple,
 even though I could have gone
surfing at Waikiki Beach.

Check out those royal palms!

This yellow hibiscus is the state flower of 

Hawaii. It is called the "hula girl."

One little Tigger sitting in a tree. 

Plumerias blooming all around me!

Cooling off by the pool!

Lovely bird of paradise flowers. 

How appropriate!

Another view of the royal palm walkway.

It isn't Palm Sunday yet,

but I'm up here just the same.

Chilling by the fountain!

Can't get enough of those sweet sisters!

Now a trip to the visitors' center.

Sitting at the Master's feet.

Just a few of the languages
of the Book of Mormon.

Hawaii flowers are the best!

There is a special beach near the temple.

People go there to rest and reflect.

The ocean could be the largest 

"reflecting" pool ever!

Can you tell I am meditating?

A trip to Laie is not complete without a visit 

to the Polynesian Cultural Center.

Can you see me riding the waves?

It's Tiki Time!

This is the guy who originated the "shaka." 

He was missing a couple of  joints of his fingers, 

and many people came to imitate his wave, 

which is now a standard Hawaii greeting..

Yes, I do all my own stunts!

Usually not on purpose.

More Tiki Time!

Just hanging around!

I will definitely miss Hawaii, but I am

looking forward to my travels around the country.

Maybe even the world!