Brave the waves in Laie | Honolulu Beach portraits

Sunrise over Laie Beach Park

A pink sunrise welcomed us to the beach on that summer morning. It was the type of morning that makes you happy you set your alarm clock and wonder why you don’t do it more often. The kids were unfazed by the early hour and made a beeline for the beach. They delighted in the cool sand and were drawn closer and closer to the water. Laughter filled the air between sun rays. And then it happened – a man-o-war sting. One lone man-o-war on the beach and we happened to stumble upon it. There wasn’t much to be done other than remove the tentacles, rinse with seawater, and wait it out in the comfort of mom’s arms.

Beach Day: Take 2

Although that tiny bluish-purple balloon animal set us back, the kids rebounded with enthusiasm. They were happy to dig in the sand, tell jokes, and eventually, jump back in the water. It was warm and inviting banishing all thoughts of the earlier sting. The waves were big (at least when you’re toddler-sized). Feeling braver, they crept out further and further screaming in delight as walls of water crashed all around. A beautiful beach morning to be remembered.

Do you have an adventurous, water-loving family?

Let’s hit the beach together! I can suggest a beautiful beach whether you like adventuring in tide pools or splashing in the waves and you can take home tangible memories of your fun day together. Find out more about my family photography sessions here.