prepare pudding as directed on package

slice bananas into pieces

drain pineapple, save juice for another use

toast coconut

drain cherries, save juice

THE ASSEMBLY:

place layer of ginger snaps in bottom of large bowl, like a punch bowl

add a layer of pudding

then cookies

then banana slices

then pineapple

then coconut

then cookie again. repeat until all ingredients are used ending with toasted coconut

garnish with cherries

serve and enjoy