PEARL HARBOR & DOLE PLANTATION

On Sunday we started the day off by going to Pearl Harbor

We saw the USS Arizona Memorial.

We first watched a video on Pearl Harbor

I couldn't imagine being there when that happened.

So sad.

And then we took a boat out to see it.

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The family, only missing Bret

We have always wanted to go to Pearl Harbor, so it was great to be able to finally learn more about it.

Next stop Dole Pineapple Plantation

This is something that everybody should do at least once
First, we went through the gardens

Then we took a little train ride to see the pineapple fields
Well, a small small portion of their pineapple fields.
Mr. Dole was a smart guy and made very wise decisions to get his company where it is now.

Those are the pineapple fields behind us

Who knew pineapples grew like this? Not us!!

My sweet sister-in-laws

Mr. Dole bought the whole island of Lana'i a long time ago, because he knew that pineapple would one day be huge and everyone would want it.
 Smart investment? I think so!

It's believed that Pineapple was first found in Paraguay. (Which is where Kyle served his mission) It was then brought to Mexico and from there was taken to Hawaii.

We were so glad to learn all the many new things that we did today.
We are so grateful for the people who serve and protect our country.
Thank you!
& we are also grateful for Mr. Dole