“My favorite memory so far this year is when I went to go watch my first sunrise at the beach with my close group of friends that we call ‘squad’! That day was very memorable to me because not only did I go watch my first sunrise but it was also my 18th birthday and I got to spend a wonderful morning with my friends. I baked cookies for them and we even got attacked by seagulls. We had music playing and exchanged laughs with each other. We had to frequently move away from the water as the waves kept pushing the water closer to where we were sitting. After the beach we went to go to get breakfast at Kona Bay Cafe which was amazing! It was also my first time there and the food was not only affordable but had an amazing taste. I appreciate having such great friends who gave up their morning sleep to spend time with me on my birthday!”