On a somewhat last minute decision we took our first solo vacation. Flying to Maui for a week was a great pre-olympic getaway.
It was just a short walk from the condo we rented to a fantastic beach. Relaxing on the beach was not part of Griffin's program. He did let us chillout for a moment and watch the sun set.
We went for a hike up to Iao Valley State Park. It was actually just a short walk up some stairs to a lookout. This photo is about as close as you can get. We went off the beaten track until Griffin started freaking out. I guess he takes after his dad.
We only need a couple surf boards on our heads to recreate the Endless Summer poster. 
We drove to the top of Haleakala to check out the crater. It was a beautiful clear day. After hiking around for a while we drove back down the winding road to the warmth below. Winding is a slight understatement. As we got near our next destination, a small goat dairy farm, Griffin felt all the s-curves as he worked up his breakfast in the backseat.
We spent a few hours wandering through Maui Ocean Center. I think Griffin like watching the birds at the concession stand the best.
At first Griffin was a little confused by a tree in the house, but he soon realised the fun potential it had. His obsession with balls was fueled by all of the ornaments. Not to mention the friends he made with Santa and reindeer. He would drag them all over the house and their were frequent battles with the stuffed 
Although we have not really started potty training, we keep the potty out so Griffin will get the idea - I think he has got it!