Day Two

This morning we went to the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor. It was a moving experience for all to hear again the tale of that fateful day and to remember the men and women whose lives were taken, especially as the United States of America today celebrated its Independence Day.

Several veterans and survivors of the attack on Pearl Harbor were present offering a few reflections on the day. Many of the pilgrims listened to them speak and were even able to get a few postcards autographed by the men.

After the tour of the Memorial we went to the Halekulani beach for lunch and an afternoon in the sun, sand and water. A few even wandered around Waikiki, where we stayed for dinner.

We returned to the Halekulani beach for the fireworks and returned home after a full day.