39 pictures.
Hawaii is known throughout the world for its big, perfect, surfable waves.
Two thin lines of white water created by surfers trickle down the front of a giant wave in Waimea Bay on Oahu's North Shore.
Here, a surfer with more life experience than some rides classic nose style on the front of his board on a good swell day at Honolua Bay, Maui.
A wave rider takes it easy on a shoulder high roller at Kahalu'u Beach Park in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.
The sun goes down on Kona town while surfers stay out in glassy waters waiting for one more wave to finish out the day.
Surfers make their way to the entry spot as they are greeted by a Big Island sunrise in lush surroundings.
We are thankful this week for friends who care and friends who care for others...even when it comes to SUP (stand up paddling).