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We went upcountry earlier this week to Hosmers Grove in Haleakala National Park and found a few beautiful I'iwi right in the parking lot of Hosmers Grove Campground. They are such beautiful birds but are super quick and hard to photograph! This is one of Cathy's favorite places on the island.

In Driftwood Dreams, we captured a rare and serene moment along the West Maui coastline featuring a very special subject. While the uninitiated see a resting animal, experts and enthusiasts will recognize her as R308, a female Hawaiian Monk Seal (‘Ilio-holo-i-ka-uaua) and a frequent visitor to Maui’s West Side. Born in 2004 or earlier, she has navigated these waters for decades, here finding a well-deserved respite against the bleached skeleton of a weathered tree. The composition strikes a beautiful balance between the rugged, sun-bleached driftwood and the peaceful form of R308, all framed by the vibrant blues of the Pacific.

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