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Aloha kakou,
A year ago I issued a call to pule
every October 16 until our beloved Princess Pauahi's legacy is once again
secure. As you all know, we continue to await a decision on re-hearing from the
Ninth Circuit Court in Doe vs. Kamehameha Schools, a ruling
which could come any time in the next year.
Waiting can be hard because it seems like
inactivity. But I urge us to wait actively...by praying regularly for
Ke Akua to protect our Princess' dying wishes. Princess Pauahi did the same as
she awaited her physical death. Her dear friend and mentor Mrs. Juliette Cooke
told of visiting Princess Pauahi in the last days of her battle with cancer.
Princess Pauahi reiterated to Mrs. Cooke the enormous responsibility she felt to
our people to ensure that her resources were used to secure our survival. Mrs.
Cooke recalled, "I was so much comforted with what she said! She asked me to
pray...and to bid all her friends to pray, for she needed help from on
high." (Pauahi: The Kamehameha Legacy, Kanahele, 1986, p. 188).
May we likewise espond to our Princess' call to pule for "help from on
high". Let's wait actively! In her characteristically selfless way, her
final prayers on earth were for us. (I was touched to the core
when I realized that recently). Let us honor her memory this anniversary week by
praying for her in return.
Together with you until our Princess' legacy
is secure,
Noelani Jai
Noelani@HawaiiansUnite.com
www.HawaiiansUnite.com
Faikava
Many ancient traditions continue throughout the Pacific relatively
unchanged from there early days.
The Kava plant
is one of the strongest symbols of this Polynesian shared identity. The
roots of the plant are ground and mixed with water to form the drink that is
known as Kava, ‘Awa, ‘Ava, or Yaqona. Many Pacific cultures share similar
stories and chants that stem from the birth of the plant, to its ceremonial
place in society, as well as its social function of bringing organization and
harmony to its people.
In
Tonga, the kava has become a national symbol unity.
A formal kava ceremony
is always invoked during a fakanofo - the cultural bestowment of a title; the
marriage of one ha‘a (lineage) to another; or uiaki fono - the settling of
disputes between different families. The kava ritual in its informal
practice is known as faikava. The tradition of faikava has become a strong
mainstay in Tongan communities back home and abroad. When a child is born,
a faikava is held to honor the newborn and it’s family. When a young man
decides to take a bride, a faikava is called as a means of cultural courtship
between the bride and groom. When a family member passes away, the men of
the family will get together and hold a faikava to raise money and make the
necessary delegation of responsibilities for each family member. This
practice keeps Tongans bound to their culture and traditional roles in this
modern world. Many faikava clubs have formed in which groups meet together
to drink kava, play music and compose songs, discuss the welfare of their
community, raise money for functions and families in need, and most importantly,
to socialize.
UTOPIA Hawai‘i continues this traditional practice by holding its own
faikava circle for our mahu, fakaleiti, and fa’afafine community. The
circle brings brothers and sisters together for the same reasons as Tongan
faikava circles. Through the drinking of kava, the group creates a shared
feeling of interconnectedness through song and music, laughter, conversation,
and sharing. The faikava circle restores the cultural bind that many
Pacific Islanders feel towards one another and helps ground many individuals to
their roots.
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Princess
Ka'iulani (Victoria Kawekiu Ka'iulani Lunalilo Kalaninuiahilapalapa)
would qualify as Hawai'i's fairytale princess — beautiful, beguiling
and beloved, she owned the hearts of all who followed her royal
progress.
She
was the only child of Archibald Scott Cleghorn, a successful Honolulu
merchant born in Edinburgh, Scotland, who doted on his illustrious
daughter, and Princess Miriam Likelike, sister of King David Kalakaua.
As heir-apparent to Queen Lili'uokalani, who was her aunt, Ka'iulani represented the monarchy's last hope.
Ka'iulani
dazzled the kingdom with her talent and abilities. She was a horsewoman
and swimmer as well as an artist, musician and linguist. She so charmed
author Robert Louis Stevenson that he wrote her a poem.
From
her godmother, Princess Ruth Ke'elikolani, Ka'iulani inherited 10 acres
of Waikiki splendor known as 'Ainahau, where the princess spent most of
her life.
The
stately property featured cypress trees, ponds and exotic birds, from
which the princess became known as "The Princess of the Peacocks."
As
with other aspects of Hawai'i's royal history, the princess' storybook
life ended tragically after the fall of the monarchy. After a two-month
illness, Ka'iulani died at 'Ainahau on March 6, 1899, at age 23.
Honolulu Advertiser Hawaiian History
Activists on both sides of the gay marriage
debate clashed in Massachusetts in 2003, after the state’s highest
court legalized same-sex unions. The move forced the hot-button issue
into the mainstream and now some gay rights activists are questioning
whether marriage ought to be a top priority for the movement.
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Erica Andrews
Kekepania
Raquel Lord, USQ
Aiko
Miss Continental 2007
Entertainer of the Year Ms. Hawaii Plus
Queen of Hawaii Victoria Le Paige
Mr. Continental
Simba R. Hall
1st Alternate Necole Luv
Dupree
2nd Alterante Regine Phillips
Jerrine
Jeffries
Vanessa
Gina, Maddie, Jasmine
Syren
Miss Gay Pride
Diva of Samoa
 
Girls of the Big
Island
Cast of B.A.B.E.S.
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Lily "Miss National ShowGirl Goddess 2006"
Maddie of Kulia Na
Mamo
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Leka Palapala
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Sent: Monday, November 06, 2006 9:13 PM
Subject: DATE LANDED FOR REUNION SHOW/BALL
Hi Everyone...
We will be updating you on the progress for the
Reunion... The Show/Ball will be held on Friday, June 15, 2007 @
the Japanese Culture Center in the Manoa Grand Ballroom... The
Honolulu committee will be working on a Lovely, Sickoning, Ova
menu.... So set your calendars & the REUNION will commence from Monday June 11, 2007 to Sunday June 17,
2007....
Aloha & Have a beautiful day...
<>Lacy...
CONGRADULATION TO THE NEWLY CROWNED INERNATIONAL
SHOWGIRL GODESS, MS LEKIA WIALLIAMS AS SHE MESMERIZED AND CAPURTED THE AUDIANCES
LAST NIGHT IN MAUI @ the Maui Theater, home of Ululena spectacular show ALONG
WITH HER COMPETITORS... to the producer, call me......nah j/k CASSIE CARRINTON,
JOB WELL DONE.....MS SIZO....GODESS..... ALONG WITH AHTT WAS ALSO NAME THE NEWLY
CROWNED MS JEWEL OF THE GALAXY MS JAIYA AND FINALLY FOR THE BOIZ...MAKANA, AKA
BRAD....JOB REALLY WELL DONE..... CONGRADS TO ALL THE CONTESTAND WHO TOOK PART
IN THIS EVENT...HARD WORK YAEAH BOI N GURLZ.... LOVE YOU ALL AND HOPE TO SEE YOU
ALL SOON.....MUAH
Ms Jerrine Jeffries
Ms Gay Pride
Hawaii
Big Island 9/25/06
TO MY SIS LILY, YOU WENT INTO THE PAGEANT WITH A
OPEN MIND AND NEW WHAT YOU WANTED,, AND WITH THAT YOU CAPTURED THE AUDIENCE AND
WON THE CROWN,, IM REALLY PROUD OF YOU.....YOU FIT THE CROWN PERFECT... THERES
SO MUCH I WANNA SAY BUT I JUST DONT KNOW THE RITE WAY TO PUT IT IN WORDS,,,,
AGAIN CONGRADULATIONS AND LOVE YOU...........
~ YOUR BIG ISLAND
B.A.B.E.S. / SIS
~ IVY VONDRAKE
9/23/06
Hey gang.....
Well its finally over, no more trainings, no
more conferences and no more bad motel drama, lol. Its my last night in Florida
and its in Tampa, Florida, yeah...... I am just going to party like theres no
tommow, since I leave here at 7am, that means no sleep, till I get on the plane
and head out for Maui for the Miss National
Showgirl Goodess, Jewel of the Galexy and Mr Galaxy 2006 pageant Sunday Night.
So I will be hitting the town tonight and guess where I'm
going, yup, Flirt Night Club, The hottest spot in Tampa, and its a birthday
party celebration for Darlene (the owner of the Club)
, Erica Andrews and Cezanne. So theres going to be
alot of special entertainer and a whole lot of partying, yeah.....And boy do I
need it, after the week I just had, I sure as hell deserve it. Oh wait a minute,
they have a theme, dress code is 80's and I didnt bring any drags:(, well thats
ok, I'm sure I can whip up something together, or, I'll just have to go and do
some shopping, thats always fun:)
Ok well I just wanted to give you all
an up-date with me and how things are going for me in Florida. So to those who
will be attending the pageant in Maui Sunday Night, I will see you all there and
to all the contestants, good luck and remember to just be yourself and have fun
while your competing ok.
Maddie
Do you remember?
Do you remember the
21st night of September?
Love was changing the minds of pretenders
While chasing the clouds away
Our hearts were ringing
In the key that our souls were singing.
As we danced in the night,
Remember how the stars stole the night away
Ba de ya - say do you remember
Ba de ya - dancing in September
Ba de ya - never was a cloudy day
My thoughts are with you
Holding hands with your heart to see you
Only blue talk and love,
Remember how we knew love was here to stay
Now December found the love that we shared in September.
Only blue talk and love,
Remember the true love we share today
Ba de ya - say do you remember
Ba de ya - dancing in September
Ba de ya - never was a cloudy day
Ba de ya - say do you remember
Ba de ya - dancing in September
Ba de ya - golden dreams were shiny days
Thank you for all the birthday wishes! Shelley
Hey Everyone!
Lance's campaign is in the last
stretch of fundraising and we're
trying to secure our last bit of public
matching funds (for contributions of $100 or less per person, the state will
match). In any event, we've raised almost $11,000 and we're in the last $4000
stretch. However, in order to make applicable cut-off deadlines, we have to do
it within the next week.
I'm writing you because I know you and I know
you care about Maui's future.
We are running a strong campaign (more
information about it, check out the website at http://www.LanceDCollins.com).
I'm working hard to get elected but in order for us to make our budget, we have
to get that last bit of small contributions so we can get matching
funds.
So I write to ask you for your help. If you can afford it,
please
consider sending us a small contribution of $100 or less (and if
you're with someone and have the money, $100 or less from each of you). So if
you can give only $5.00 it actually ends up being $10.00 because of matching
funds!
Additionally, if you relay this request to others that also care
about
Maui's future, we'd appreciate.
We're so close. I know with your
help we can do it.
Mahalo for your kokua,
Daryl*
2070 W
Vineyard St. Ste. 5
Wailuku, Hawaii
96793
www.LanceDCollins.com
Oct 14th Fundraiser at the Powerhouse
Hi, Sweeties.
Our next fundraiser will be The Good, the Bad
and Fugly. A night of super heros, super villian and beastly others. It will be
a fun night. I am attaching the flyer and hope you love
it.
xoxo
Ms Landa Lakes
Brush Arbor Gurlz
KAHEA: The Hawaiian-Environmental Alliance hiring administration and program support.
Position includes office management, outreach, assistance with
organizational development and direct work on issues. Must support
goals of organization (www.kahea.org), have broad knowledge of
Hawai'i.
Must be well organized, self-motivated, familiar with Word and Excel and have good communication skills.
Excellent opportunity for someone interested working with an activist
organization working to protect Native Hawaiian cultural rights and
Hawai'i's natural resources.
<>Part time to start (flexible hours) Full medical benefits
Salary: depending on experience. Email resume with cover letter to
kahea-alliance@hawaii.rr.com Attention: Cha Smith Job to begin in
October
KAHEA: The Hawaiian-Environmental Alliance
P.O. Box 27112
Honolulu, Hawai'i
96827
Tel 808-524-8220
Fax: 808-524-8221
http://www.kahea.org
More Job opportunities UH Hilo
Herbert L. Pitts, Director
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action
200 West Kawili Street
Hilo, Hawai'i 96720-4091
Phone: (808) 933-0824
Fax 1: (808) 933-0824
Fax 2: (808) 974-7622
hpitts@hawaii.edu
Jamie Kainaho'opomaika'imena'auaoalohaameikaika Tabag
Vice-Chair, UHH & HawCC Board of Student Publications
Off-Campus Community Coordinator, UHH Student Housing >
University of Hawai'i at Hilo
200 West Kawili Street
Campus Center Room 214
Hilo, Hawai'i 96720
808.933.3161 (o)
808.989.4286 (c)
Hi Everyone....
Okay so
everyone has been asking me when the QOH DVD is coming out... It has been
released they are currently on sale for a mere $20.00 + $5.00 (shipping &
handling) = TL $25.00.
If anyone is interested it
purchasing one... Please let me know. You can send your payment to
me direct via snail mail...
Lacy Lee
91-1156 Paaniana Street
Ewa Beach, HI 96706
Thank you & have a lovely day....
Luv, Luv,
Lacy Lee Chanel
Aloha,
Just wanted to let you know that my website is up
and running.amyhanaialiigilliom.com. I have a new cd out Generation Hawaii.
It's already
at # 6 on World Billboard. Mahalo for all the support over the
years. <>
Me ka ha`aha`a
Amy Hanaiali`i TIKI MAN ENTERTAINMENT GROUP.
PMB 336 P.O. BOX 223300
PRINCEVILLE, HI. 96722
OMG!!! We had such a wonderful time in Vegas, besides
working (fitness equipment convention)..We stayed at the RIO and it was
fabullllllaaassss!.
I heled backkkk with my sister Serena who lives
there from Molokai, also my sister Freida and we eataga, gambled and
wrecked the town downn!!.LOLL...I miss them sooo muchhh.....And who
did I bump into..LINDSEY!!! Who I have not seen for the
longest..Managing the Rio's Floral Shop which was beautiful, AND to
make my stay special...A BEAUTIFUL FRUIT BASKET FILLED WITH CHOCOLATE
AND ALL THE HAWAIIAN KINE GRINDS..was sent to my room...SOOOOOOOOOO
WONDERFUL.........MUCH LOVE AND ALOHA FROM MY HUSBAND AND MY INLAWS
WHO LOVED MEETING YOU SOOOOOOOO VERY MUCH AUNTY LINDSEY....TAVENA
Aloha Kakou! If you
believe...
EDUCATION IS AN
INVESTMENT
that yields the highest returns for our
whole community. Public schools must be fully funded to achieve our
community's vision of public education. not just to meet state and federal
mandates.
INSPIRED LEARNING IS
RELEVANT. Support innovative
approaches to Learning, such as: arts in education, charter schools with
cultural-based curricula, and interactive new technologies in
classrooms.
PARTNERSHIPS
WORK. Unite and support
administrators with the physical infrastructure to offer smaller classes,
recruit and retain great teachers, and proactively outreach to increase family
participation.
Please join me in endorsing Kim Coco Iwamoto for Board of Education. visit her website for more information at
kimcoco.com
Mahalo Nui,
Daryl Fujiwara
Kaimana Design
2070 W Vineyard St. Ste.
8
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
808.264.8779
Aloha,
My name is Juni Kalahikiola Romuar with Halau Ka
Waikahe Lani Malie and Halau Kahulaliwai in Sacramento, CA.
Each year we host a hula retreat in Sacramento
along with Blaine Kamalani Kia and the Ka Laua`e Foundation.
We are asking for help in spreading the word on
our event. Anything you can do help spread the word will be
greatly appreciated!
Mahalo,
Juni Kalahikiola Romuar
Kumu Hula
E Pili Kakou I
Ho`okahi Lahui Event Coordinator - Sacramento
Phone: (916) 752-6658
Email:
<kalahikiola001@yahoo.com"mailto:kalahikiola001@yahoo.com>kalahikiola001@yahoo.com
Aunty's Mango Salsa
Ingredients:
Mango
Papaya
Cucumber
Green or Red Peppers
Tomatoes Seasoned Salt
Cilantro (Chinese Parsley)
Lemon Juice
Italian Dressing
Cooking Instructions:
Dice all ingredients, mix all together with lemon juice and dressing. Keep Chilled.
This is a wonderful compliment to salmon prepared any way. Hard to believe all the ingredients work together for a great salsa!
Aloha! Attached is the posting of vacant position with Nä Pua No'eau.
an opportunity for TG's.
--
David K. Sing, Ph.D.
Director, Nä Pua No'eau
University of Hawai'i at Hilo
Hilo, Hawaii 96720-4091
Ph. 808-974-7678
Fax. 808 974-7681
website: http://npn.uhh.hawaii.edu
ALOHA SISTERS!
THE GLADES FUNDRAISER @ MAKAHA RESORT INN ON OCTOBER
!ST, 2006 WHICH IS A SUNDAY IS COMMING UP, SO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT AND BE THERE,
TICKETS ARE $10 NOT MUCH TO ASK FOR SO BE THERE.
ALL SHOW GIRLS WHO ORIGINATE
FROM WAIANAE IS MANDATORY PERFORMERS OF THE EVENING. PLEASE REPORT TO AUNTY
VALERIE DJ MICHAELS OR AUNTY KIMBERLY AKA MISS PUSSY GALORE OR KAUI AKA KIKI
LAMOUR FOR MORE INFORMATION. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE.
AS TO ALL OF OUR
TG SISTERS IT IS ALWAYS GOOD TO KNOW YOUR HISTORY, TO SEE WHERE WE CAME FROM ,
TO SEE WHERE WE ARE AT PRESENT AND TO SEE WHERE WE ARE HEADED.
I LOVE YOU ALL
AND I AM EXCITED TO BE REUNITED WITH LADIES THAT I HAVE MET AS A YOUNG BOY AND
NOW I AM THE LADY READY TO BLESS THE NEW GENERATION OF BEAUTIFUL BOYS TO BE .
ALOHA AND GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND REMEMBER BE THERE, YOU WANT TO BE A PART OF
IT AND NOT JUST HEAR PARTS OF IT
...LOL...OKAAAAAAAAAAAY....MUAH!!!....KAU'I
Congratulations to Aiko for winning Queen of Hawaii 2006-2007.... Well
deserved, she was clean through out each division... Good Luck in Los
Angeles!!!! Let them have it!!!
Congradulations to Lacie, Tepora, and,
Charmaine. You all did a wonderful job on this years pagent. The ballroom was
comfortable and the food was definitely a plus!!!
The mistresses of
ceramony were on!!! Lynda and Dina entertained everyone through the night, with
their wit and talent. Good job girls....
A wonderful evening was had by
all....
See you all next year...
Sina
Hello
18th International Gathering coming up in September the first one for Montreal Quebec Canada.
More Information check out their contact Craig Ross at craigpross@hotmail.com or
Natalie Lloyd at Inukwomyn72@aol.com
Hope you can make it. It is the time for Two Spirit people to come
together and share life and cultural experiences in a safe alcohol and drug free
environment.
Nia:Wen, Denise
Aloha kakou,
A year ago this week the Ninth Circuit released its original
ruling in John Doe vs. Kamehameha Schools which led to massive protests
among Native Hawaiians and non-Hawaiians alike, across the islands and
even on the continent. It's a week we will never
forget. However, since then, Ke Akua has poured out His favor on
Native Hawaiians. Consider that in just one year:
1. The 8/2/05 ruling was set aside!
2. A rare re-hearing was granted, and took place recently (June 20) in San Francisco.
3. Native Hawaiians and supporters have united across
our island home and the continent like no time in history.
Our work is not pau, though. We must continue to educate
ourselves and others about these organized legal attacks on Native
Hawaiian resources and rights. Along those lines, please check
out this video featuring Kamehameha alumna and actress Kelly Hu ("X-Men
II", "Scorpion King"). Kelly is passionate about protecting the legacy
of our beloved Ke Ali'i Pauahi, as you'll see. Click on
this link to view her video, and please circulate to your e-contacts:
Title: Kelly Hu on Doe v. Kamehameha
Link: http://www.supportkamehameha.info/news/2006/6/19/kelly-hu-on-doe-v-kamehameha.html
Excerpt: Actor Kelly Hu, a graduate of Kamehameha Schools, shares her thoughts on the Doe v. Kamehameha lawsuit.
While home in the islands recently, I had an opportunity to meet with
CEO DeeJay Mailer and some of the attorneys who have wor
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