One of our favorite places to visit on Maui is the upcounty. It offers a cooler climate, but more importantly ... it's lush green hillsides and island views can't be beat. A few years ago we came across a farmers market/pumpkin patch that pops up in early fall. It's a colorful & delightful place with a corn maze, cheery gardens, an eclectic array of Halloween decorations, and a bountiful field of pumpkins. You can pull a heavy duty wagon down an S shaped road to pick your own
soon-to-be jackOlantern! The spooky-time holiday is very popular here and decorations are all about. The trail of gourds you see here are for those not wanting to make the trek all the way down to the still growing crop below. The walk down is no big deal, but I imagine it isn't as graceful a climb when you are hauling a 20# pumpkin (or 2) in a wagon that already weighs 40-50 pounds itself! Our breakfasts include local produce of some type .. the fav of the Capt being their apple bananas. This particular find were labled as "candy apple" bananas ... there is a different flavor to them, but I can't explain it ... (and it's not apple!) Our outing to higher elevations took us by the Sherri Reeve Gallery in Makawao. This talented lady has been a friend of the family for over 20 years ... beginning at a time when her watercolors were presented in art faires. Her artful strokes recreate the colorful landscapes, flora & birds of the island, the underwater sealife, and all things Hawaiian. She paints with a little whimsy, often delicate lines, & a whole lot of love.
We purchased 2 pieces this trip and feel as if we are bringing a little bit of our friend home with us in doing so. Thank you Sherri - for your gracious personality & cheerful disposition. You once told us that we were an inspiration of romance for you ... and you are always the welcoming presence for us. Our visit would not be the same without a hug from you!! SO, once again, as we settled in for the night ... I had to admit- it was another rotten day in paradise! ahhhh.....
One of our favorite places to visit on Maui is the upcounty. It offers a cooler climate, but more importantly ... it's lush green hillsides and island views can't be beat. A few years ago we came across a farmers market/pumpkin patch that pops up in early fall. It's a colorful & delightful place with a corn maze, cheery gardens, an eclectic array of Halloween decorations, and a bountiful field of pumpkins. You can pull a heavy duty wagon down an S shaped road to pick your own soon-to-be jackOlantern! The spooky-time holiday is very popular here and decorations are all about. The trail of gourds you see here are for those not wanting to make the trek all the way down to the still growing crop below. The walk down is no big deal, but I imagine it isn't as graceful a climb when you are hauling a 20# pumpkin (or 2) in a wagon that already weighs 40-50 pounds itself! Our breakfasts include local produce of some type .. the fav of the Capt being their apple bananas. This particular find were labled as "candy apple" bananas ... there is a different flavor to them, but I can't explain it ... (and it's not apple!) Our outing to higher elevations took us by the Sherri Reeve Gallery in Makawao. This talented lady has been a friend of the family for over 20 years ... beginning at a time when her watercolors were presented in art faires. Her artful strokes recreate the colorful landscapes, flora & birds of the island, the underwater sealife, and all things Hawaiian. She paints with a little whimsy, often delicate lines, & a whole lot of love. 
We purchased 2 pieces this trip and feel as if we are bringing a little bit of our friend home with us in doing so. Thank you Sherri - for your gracious personality & cheerful disposition. You once told us that we were an inspiration of romance for you ... and you are always the welcoming presence for us. Our visit would not be the same without a hug from you!! SO, once again, as we settled in for the night ... I had to admit- it was another rotten day in paradise! ahhhh..... 
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