Small world! I actually know Sheila - I've met her in person and have blogged in similar circles as her for a few years. That's awesome that she and her son made it down to Maui. Go Liza! I imagine that it was a fun visit. :)
Trash on the beach, grrr. I know it's not a big deal for some people but it always pains me to see it.
Gary, on Maui have you been to Kapalua Resort and the nearby Pu'u Kukui Watershed Preserve at the top of the West Maui Mountains? It is a beautiful area, serene and picturesque. It's the largest private preserve in Hawaii. Here is a link to it: http://www.kapalua.com/adventures/conservation.php. Aloha!