TerriAnn van Gosliga

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Hey, Strangers! Did you miss me? I'm back to blogging after a long post-pandemic hiatus with news and updates on family, travel, and personal happenings. See the post --> cookiesandclogs.com/im-back-my-glo… #ontheblog

It’s all about those malasadas! Had to make an obligatory stop at @leonardsbakeryhawaii for their famous malasadas. We’re not “filling” people so we had original, cinnamon, and li hing. It definitely makes a difference if you eat it fresh and piping hot.… instagr.am/p/CWbdRx2PiEA/

Perfect time to visit Waikiki Beach - when there are barely any people 😜 We had such a beautiful view while eating dessert, listening to live music coupled with the waves of the ocean, and digging our feet the cool, fine sand. What a way to experienc… instagr.am/p/CWbcTvTPe-t/

Had a nice stroll around Waikiki as we made our way to the beach. So glad we found out about parking at @intlmktplace . Just buy $10 worth of items (we got drinks and snacks at the Japanese store) for validation for free/discounted parking! . . . #hawaii… instagr.am/p/CWZ2iIHsQPx/

Taking a walk through @disneyaulani . What do they feed these fish?! They’re HUGE!!!! . . . #hawaii #oahuhawaii #oahu #hawaiivacation #hawaiitrip #visithawaii #lethawaiihappen #hawaiistagram instagr.am/p/CWZ1x-Fscz0/

Met up with one of our dear friends and enjoyed a “throwback” meal at one of our fave places from long ago 🥰 @oldspaghettifactory . . . #hawaii #oahuhawaii #oahu #hawaiivacation #hawaiitrip #visithawaii #lethawaiihappen #hawaiistagram #hawaiieats #h… instagr.am/p/CWZ1Ey5MRLD/

When my daughter is on a mission to try all kinds of boba/bubble tea, we have to support her, right?! She also liked this statement but instead, “Quality PEOPLE take time. We appreciate your patience” 😅😝😬 @teapressobarhawaii . . . #hawaii #oahuhawa… instagr.am/p/CWZzdwgMmv3/

After a fun time at the beach, the clouds rolled in and we had to seek shelter in the car. At least we had some tasty and juicy chicken from @mauimikeschicken . Love how they offer various dipping sauces to pair with the meat! (FYI the teriyaki sauce is … instagr.am/p/CWRBAMvvn2y/

Finally got out the swimming and snorkel gear (and I had a LOT)! The water temp was perfect, the sand was super fine, and the areas to see fish weren’t too far from the shore. Such a fab day! (FYI, parking in Lanikai is restricted to certain times/days r… instagr.am/p/CWPQ-2fp1V2/

We’re so in love with these green eggs and ham from @joja.hawaii that we’re chasing them around the island to get another taste! These are gluten-free and dairy-frees as the eggs sit atop hash browns. So, so delicious! Munchkin is also a fan of the Mochi… instagr.am/p/CWNW0dGL7Iu/

And one more before the sun drops below the horizon. ❤️ . . . #hawaii #oahuhawaii #oahu #hawaiivacation #hawaiitrip #visithawaii #lethawaiihappen #hawaiistagram #sunset_pics #sunsets #sunsetlovers #sunsetphotography instagr.am/p/CWHr2kmLQ6z/

Here’s the surrounding view from the same spot we were viewing the sunset from… . . . #hawaii #oahuhawaii #oahu #hawaiivacation #hawaiitrip #visithawaii #lethawaiihappen #hawaiistagram #sunset_pics #sunsets #sunsetlovers #sunsetphotography instagr.am/p/CWHrdWyFRQ3/

The first proper sunset we saw while in the island. It was so beautiful that I need to share at least two more photos of it with you. ☺️🌅 . . . #hawaii #oahuhawaii #oahu #hawaiivacation #hawaiitrip #visithawaii #lethawaiihappen #hawaiistagram #sunset… instagr.am/p/CWHrRsml-0d/

North Shore + cheesecake = @tedsbakeryhi ! The Chocolate Haupia Cream Pie and Pineapple Macadamia Nut Cheesecake were so yummy! These were NOT gluten free so Frans had to sit this dessert session out. 😅 . . . #hawaii #oahuhawaii #oahu #hawaiivacation… instagr.am/p/CWHcJsXp-K3/

A day trip to North Shore wouldn't be complete without trying @giovannisshrimptruck at least once. Frans and Munchkin enjoyed their garlic scampi plates despite the messiness of having to peel each shrimp. Other food trucks here offer things like Korean … instagr.am/p/CWDOP38lWNN/

Can't believe we discovered this gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan yumminess at @banan ! Their frozen treats are made from bananas and it makes for a (mostly) guilt-free dessert. There's also one in Waikiki but we haven't tried that location yet. . . . #haw… instagr.am/p/CWDHCarldv9/

Explored @hoomaluhiabotanicalgarden to see some local nature and to get some nice photos. But, we forgot the bug spray 🦟🤦🏻‍♀️ So glad we were able to still see quite a bit from the car. FYI, there are signs posted all along the most Instagram-famous spot… instagr.am/p/CV82HfGPQJJ/

Tried some Vietnamese-style food at @piggysmallshawaii . We had the Grilled Sweet Sausage Summer Rolls to start, minus the crispy egg roll wrapper. Then, we dug into our noodles without even taking any photos 😳 BÚN MĂNG VIT for me since I can't take … instagr.am/p/CV8z7nMh8O4/