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They flew over the island, over mountains and beaches Their pilot pointed out the fa waves They flew over lush rain forests, an ireen to Jacqui’s eyes

When the helicopter landed, it was in a clearing on the edge of a group of buildings On the other side of the buildings was a private beach, and in the courtyard, there was a large fire pit surrounded by long tables

They stepped off the helicopter and Khizar led Jacqui through one of the buildings and out into the courtyard There was already a large group of people there, soarb and others in dressy beachwear Khizar and Jacqui were both welcomed with leis made of tiny shells and flowers, and offered drinks with a little pineapple garnish

The luau was loud and fun, and the food was fantastic Jacqui had never had roast pig before—it was delicious—and their whole table had a great ti the hula and fire dancers perform

On the helicopter ride back, Khizar’s arhts twinkle below theht of how many new experiences she’d had just in the last two days She couldn’t wait to see what the next day would bring

After another leisurely , centered on a breakfast of fresh fruit, macadamia nut waffles, and coconut syrup eaten on their lanai, Jacqui and Khizar took a walk around sos in Honolulu

They visited a couple of museums after lunch, and then it was time for their last dinner in Hawaii Khizar had planned for the in Milwaukee the next

Jacqui wore a new dress, with a halter top and a long, flowing skirt in an understated Hawaiian print She’d picked it out so that she would have so the next long Wisconsin winter

Khizar took her to a small, four-star restaurant which sat on a pier out over the water, where they listened to the waves break as they ate seafood caught that day

After dinner, Jacqui asked for onethe water’s edge and watched the sunset

Jacqui stopped to pick up a shell, which she carefully wiped off and put in her skirt pocket Khizar tucked a stray strand of hair behind her hair, and then softly brushed his fingers across her cheek