So we've been having a discussion (actually, can you call it a discussion if it takes place in the midst of typing emails, answering client calls and interacting with other employees?) about the beaches of Hawaii. My partner just returned and was discussing the white sand beaches to which another pod-mate replied that all of that was brought in from somewhere else. So a google and wikipedia tour later, nothing is overly solved. Then we were into what comprised a white sand beach. Was it calcium and carbonate or decomposed sea-life and shells or limestone or quartz or something else altogether. And now that I think about it, is it really a discussion if it has no point?
We actually have feeler emails out to the department of land and natural resources in Hawaii and the travel bureau. AAA was no help and calling the info desk at Pitt just met with laughter.
Any first hand knowledge out there?