The day was nice and warm with little trade wind breeze. The parking was heavy, just like Christmas time at Ala Moana Shopping Center. There were more than 40,000 people at the park and we were at the forefront,we had our feet in the water at this time. The shoreline was not visible because of all the bodies crammed in to the space. It was exciting yet very chaotic at the same time. But we were there, smack dab in the middle. What anticipation, I could feel the sweat running down my face, but getting the shot was all that mattered. I wanted Nicole to launch our prayer candle at the appropriate time and photograph all this as it was happening. Did I ever get the shots I wanted, it turned out to be one of the best shooting days I have had in a long time. Our prayers were sent out to our family as well as our friends, that was the main purpose.....job well done Nicole....aloha
