'Think Back...'

The other morning this old geezer was doing 'Tea & Tidy' and happened to notice so many long faces gathered round the dining room table at the hostel.  As it is want to do in Hilo this time of year, it was raining.  That being the cause of so many down guests.

To say that it does not rain in Hilo would be to say that there is no wine in Paris.  It is simple not true.

I reminded all of the lovely guests that whilst there might be a little rain, there was still much to see and do in Hilo.  AND, reminded the gathered rain weary souls, that just up the road or down a bit on the island, it might well be quite dry.

Hilo has much to offer, there be museums, shopping and just taking the time to sit and chat with newly met friends.

Truth be told, this old geezer has not been in Hilo since they planted dirt but has come to know that rain falls during the night and quite oft it clears up rather nicely during the day.

When I am caught in a down moment, I think back on all of the tales I have come to know of Hilo.

Soon after telling all of the guests of possible good weather, the sky cleared up and it was right in their world again.  One guest departed with his newly acquired surfboard, two others went on a walk to the market and others made plans to get out and enjoy Hilo.

One must remind our guest that their visit to Hilo is 'one brief shining moment' and they must seize it with both hands...