Forever Remembered

Pearl Harbor Memorial, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Taken May 2006 at Pearl Harbor in Oahu, Hawaii

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This week's Photo Hunt theme: In Memoriam

Bahay Kubo

Bahay Kubo, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Ang sarap sigurong tumira sa bahay kubo. Presko. Simpleng buhay. At saka meron pa, labanos, mustasa. Ay mali!

It would be nice to live in a nipa hut. Airy. Simple life. And of course, labanos, mustasa. Oops!

Taken May 2006 in Maui, Hawaii

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Tema sa linggong ito ng Litratong Pinoy: Gusali
This week's Litratong Pinoy theme: Building

Paraiso

By the Pond, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Parang nasa langit ang pakiramdam ko sa Hawaii.

I feel as if I'm in heaven in Hawaii.

Taken May 2006

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Tema sa linggong ito ng Litratong Pinoy: Hardin
This week's Litratong Pinoy theme: Garden

King Kamehameha

King Kamehameha, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Much of what Hawaii is is due to him.

Taken May 2006 in Oahu

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This week's ABC Wednesday theme: Things Which Begin with the Letter K

Anchors Aweigh

Anchor, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Not just heavy in weight but also in history, this anchor was raised from the downed USS Arizona.

Taken May 2006 at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii, USA

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This week's Photo Hunt theme: Nautical

From One Boat to Another

Boat to USS Arizona Memorial, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

To get to the USS Arizona Memorial, one takes a short boat ride after a film showing about Pearl Harbor.

Taken May 2006 in Hawaii, USA

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This week's Unique's Photo Challenge: Boat

Songs from the Islands

Songs from the Islands, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Taken May 2006 at the Polynesian Cultural Center in Hawaii, USA

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This week's Heads or Tails theme: Loud
This week's Unique's Photo Challenge: Red

At the Marina

Yacht, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Taken May 2006 in Maui, Hawaii

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This week's ABC Wednesday theme: Things which Start with the Letter Y

What's Left

Pearl Harbor, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

This metal is but one of the few things which remain of the Pearl Harbor bombing.

Taken May 2006 in Oahu, Hawaii

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This week's Photo Hunt theme: Metal

Scrambling for Food

Koi, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Taken May 2006 at the Byodo-In Temple in Hawaii, USA

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This week's Shutterday theme: Orange

In the Navy

In the Navy, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Taken May 2006 at Pearl Harbor in Oahu, Hawaii

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This week's Photo Sharks theme: Marine
This week's PhotoHunt theme: Blue

Nihon Teien

Japanese Garden, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Nihon teien means Japanese garden.

Taken May 2006 in Maui, Hawaii

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This week's Photo Friday theme: Garden
This week's Lens Day challenge: Leaves

Lei

Lei Offering, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Flowers are among the most photographed subjects in the world because of their beauty and colors. When photographed in black and white, a somber mood prevails.

There are two reasons why the photo is a sad one. First is the black and white interpretation. Second is the subject. The photo shows the leis offered on top of the marker acknowledging the bravery of men and women in the face of war, heroes all.

Taken May 2006 at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii, USA

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This week's Monochrome Friday theme: Flowers

On Horseback

On Horseback, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Taken May 2006 in Maui, Hawaii

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This week's Photo Friday theme: Athletic

The Black Swan

The Black Swan, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Seen gliding in the pond in front of the Byodo-In Temple in Oahu.

Taken May 2006 in Hawaii, USA

A Perfect Day at the Beach

Waikiki, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Elements of a perfect day at the beach: sand, surf, a clear blue sky and probably a pina colada.

Taken May 2006 in Oahu, Hawaii

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This week's Lens Day theme: Beach

Bikers in Blue

Bicycles, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Taken May 2006 in Maui, Hawaii

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This week's Unique's Photo Challenge: Bicycle

Make Them Wear Red

Field Trip, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

A field trip can turn into a nightmare if a child gets lost. To avoid that problem, give clear instructions, initiate a buddy system or let the kids wear identical, easy to spot clothing. Red is a good choice as it is striking.

Taken May 2006 at the Polynesian Cultural Center in Oahu, Hawaii

After the Rain

Road Rainbow, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

It was raining when we arrived in Maui but we had to hurry to catch the sunrise at Haleakala. This was shot from the back of a moving vehicle.

Taken May 2006 in Maui, Hawaii

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This week's PhotoHunt theme: Road

Turtle and Rabbit Islands

Turtle and Rabbit, originally uploaded by Em Dy.

Two islands in Hawaii named after animals.

Taken May 2006 in Oahu, Hawaii

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This week's Lens Day theme: Blue
This week's Thematic Photographic challenge: Nature