Wow..

Natural beauty that's so refreshing to explore.
Come Along...

For the ride...
Mangrove Restoration

Newly planted trees to help reduce shoreline erosion
Captain Steve...

And his First Mate...
Home For The Night

After a few hours exploring the lagoon, we get to spend a night on Funafala
An Island Hike

After arriving at Funafala because it's low tide, we walk across calf high water to visit a nearby island dodging "sea snails" along the way.
Beach Crabs..

Make comfortable homes on the beach here and practically go undisturbed except for strangling tourists
Preparing Dinner..

Fresh.. Flying Fish.
Unspoiled Sunset

Enjoyed from a sandbar at low tile.. splendid and peaceful.
At Rest For The Day

A family boat that is so much a part of life here.
A Changing Of Color Guard

As night begins in Funafala
Dinner About To Be..

Served...
Making Coconut Milk

From milk to chicken and pig feed, to fire source, and beauty products in Tuvalu, the coconut is one resourceful.. Nut!
School's in Sessions...

A lesson in Tuvalu language from Millie.
Faka Fetai.. not what you think..
Faka Fetai Lassi.. Thank you very much
Amazing Night Sky

With practically zero light pollution. Combined with fresh air, along with an ocean breeze.. Heaven on Earth.
Good Morning, Funafala

After getting chased inside by an evening down pour, I am early to catch a Tuvalu sunrise from a hammock.
A Relaxing Morning

In a tree mounted hammock, just me and squawking birds enjoying the beginning of a new day.
Coconut Seed..

Edible and used to make a delicious side dish for a meal.
Resourceful Nut...

Husk is used as a kindle, while the shell is used as a charcoal. Meat used not only for human consumption but to feed local chicks and pigs.
Bet You Never Heard Of...

Jimmy Husk... Coconut
Pigs.. Pigging Out...

After putting together a meal with coconut, fish bones, and dinner leftovers, it's time to feed the real pigs.
Love Thy Neighbor..

Different family pigs are kept separate and used to prevent inbreeding.
The Strongest Plant

That grows wild around the island.
Agroforestry Project

That produces edible crops right here on the island
Under Construction

Jame's new home that was once his father's getaway from Funafuti.