Category Archives: Da Kine: Sometimes Full-on Pidgin

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Let’s See…Where Was I?

It’s been awhile, yeah?  I really need to keep up with this blog, because doing so really helps me to keep going during the tough times, helps me focus during the busy times, and always perks up my creativity.

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Hauʻoli Makahiki Hou

I kinda don’t know where to start.  It’s been a bittersweet past six weeks.  I love that word “bittersweet”; it’s that kind of word that says it all. Good stuff, not so good stuff, bad stuff.  All wrapped up in … Continue reading →

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Sharing Aloha

Last night Nolemana and I went to Bento Plus for dinner. Itʻs our favorite Japanese restaurant around here.  (Try read da reviews if u like see why!) We got there around 7, which is late for us, and it was still … Continue reading →

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The Great Oregon Steam-Up 2014, Chapter One

Last Saturday, Nolemana and I drove down to Brooks, Oregon, for the 2014 Great Oregon Steam-Up at the Antique Powerland Museum.  We used to take Nolemana’s dad, Roy-san, there every year, and he absolutely loved it.  Being an old farm boy, … Continue reading →

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Here, Kitty Kitty Kitty!

I was up late; it was hot outside and I had the sliding glass door open small kine.  I was just getting ready to take my shower when I heard a rustling noise outside; so I grabbed my camera, made … Continue reading →

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Finding Spiritual Whitespace – A Review

I’ve been following Bonnie Gray over at Faith Barista.com for several years now and have been always blessed by Bonnie’s words. So when her book came out, I was eager to read it. I have been fortunate to be part … Continue reading →

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A wonderful surprise today.

Today I was driving down my driveway on the way to the gym. Went around the corner and there was a young doe staring at me! But Iʻd forgotten my cell phone. Of all the times to forget it. So … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday Numbah Five

This photo of my beloved brother and me was taken in the front yard of our hale on Alani Drive. We were close then and have remained close all of our lives. I adored him then and adore him now. We … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday Numbah Four

I don’t know how old I was in this photo; maybe around seven?  I only know that it was taken at Waialua, that I loved the ocean! and that my mother said I looked like a gypsy.  Whatever that means.  And … Continue reading →

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Lā Makuahine 2014 – Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge

My daughter Anela wondered if I’d like to go to Ridgefield for Mother’s Day.  Would I!  You betcha!  My other daughter, Leilani, was out of town, so Anela and I headed out just after noon on Saturday. She bought me … Continue reading →

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