Last day in Kauai

Well Aaron was right about two things: the surf was going to pick up and tourists shouldn't go in the water in Hawaii when the waves are up unless they are experienced. Aaron went out and surfed the reef out front with two guys all morning and then we headed back to the Hyatt so Mary Ann and Sean could do their daily swim in the pool while Aaron bodyboarded the shorebreak. The waves were particularly dangerous and big today (3-5 foot hwn = 6-10 foot faces) with super strong currents. While Aaron was surfing there was a tourist who was getting swept out to sea and down the beach with the currents. Luckily the locals told him to paddle back over and after 20 minutes he made it back to the lineup. At this point some big sets were washing through so his only option was to catch one into the safety of the shore. He took one of the bigger sets and was way too late droppping and according to Mary Ann, who was right in front of him on the beach, he dropped about fifteen feet down the wave and luckily washed up onto the beach unscathed. The locals told Aaron this was a five star day regarding conditions and wave size and this guy clearly should not have even entered the water at this spot. Thank god he was alright and hopefully he learned his lesson. The ocean looks so enticing and beautful but unless you are in good shape and regularly catch waves you should really think twice about entering as this guy found out and so many others will this summer in California and Hawaii. We are packing up and heading out tonight and can't wait to get home to all our friends and loved ones. This has been an awesome trip for our family and we are thankful that we are able to enjoy these wonderful memories that we will never forget.