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1. Our flt to Oahu was painless. One thing I rarely do is upgrade. So Mark and I upgraded to first class which made the fight more enjoyable. Since my cold and now cough seemed to not go away, why not at least fly comfortably.

2. Our hotel is basic, few blocks from the beach. And the pool is closes for repairs. Bummer.

3. Later met up with Carlos, Ho, Gary Virginia, and Tilly. Did the usual walking around town, shops, and if corset local bars.

4. Not to wine, but my cold seemed to clear up with the use of Robbotusin pills. It helped lessen the cough, which actually is not good. Especially since I always gave lung issues.

5. But, I sure needed these pills the next day. The 4 of us, decided to go th Koko Crater for a hike. Wow! 1000+ steps, railroad ties, to the top. Wheezing, coughing, I did just ok. Hot, and a steep climb, only Tully's made it to the top. Mark was the next to be closest to the top. Gary and I were further down. Mark said his heart rate felt like 160, and he couldn't get it to slow down. So he stopped.

Koko Crater steps

Tilly, Mark, Gary, me

After the strenuous hike, we then went a few miles east to Eternity Beach for a swim. Water was wonderful. This is where they filmed From Here to Eternity.

After we ended up at Buzzes for cold beverages and appetizers with a view of Kailua lagoon across the street.

6. Running short on time, we had to quickly get back for our dinner plans at Nobu (owned by actor Robert De Nero). Dinner was wonderful! Pricey though. The seafood and susi were the best.

7. After, we went out to the gay bars for a bit, but must say we are all pretty much toning down the bar stuff. We are all back at our rooms early! LOL