Had a great two days. Yesterday, January 25 we were on the South Shore. Went to the botanical gardens first. We missed the tour time, but no problem, were able to walk around 10 acres of the grounds. Saw an amazing tree that had smooth, multi-colored trunk. Wish I had stopped to ask the name of it - very unusual. Also saw wild ginger, a huge aloe and many un-identifiable flowers. There were also tiger mesquites (yes, that's what they were called!). And their bites *hurt*!!. Fortunately, the sting left pretty quickly. We went to Poipu Beach hoping to see a beached Monk seal, but it was not meant to be. It was a bit chilly, so we just sat on our chairs and read. Back to the condo, we went for an evening stroll and ironically, there was a beached monk seal right outside our condo! They are endangered, so the area was roped off, but we could admire her. She was exhausted and motionless as she renewed her energy. A lovely day!