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Interested in some fun facts about Hawaii and proper Hawaiian etiquette while visiting the islands... that are more on the quirky side?
I LOVE IT!
Yup there are some interesting things to know that I share with you on this lens.
Colt Brennan Drafted by Redskins,Hawaiian music lyrics,Hawaiian art prints photos posters, this lens talks to you about those things and more.
Interested in moving to Hawaii? Ahh I am full of thoughts and advice! Smiles!
Some more ideas about Hawaii that I'd like to share with you:
* Hawaiian Art.
* Colt Brennan and the University of Hawaii Warriors, football team, June Jones..
* Haka or Ha'a Controversy.
* Hawaiian fun food or Hawaiian food tours.
* Hawaiian flower tattoos for fun with henna.
* Unusual facts about Hawaii.
* Tribal tattoos.
* Landscapes still life portrait commissions, vintage original authentic.
* Hawaiian prints, Hawaiian art prints photos posters. A full assortment here.
* Giclee fine art prints.
Things you may not have thought of!
* How to eat poi and enjoy it.
* What shoes to wear and when to leave them off.
* Hawaiian tribal tattoos and henna tattoos.
* Food, traditional and unexpected fun food like Spam and rice at McDonalds.
* Music and book suggestions Gift ideas Hawaiian Art and collectables.
* Hawaiian language and tons more!
Aloha!!
You can never say that too much in Hawaii!
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I usually paint from female form photography, pics my husband takes for me, and use real models to create scenes to paint. All art on each of my Squidoo lenses is mine.
"ke ala o Pele" (Path to Pele or Pele's Path)
48x36x2 gallery wrap, oil on canvas,
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The painting at the top is called,
"Ho' okalakupua" (Magic)
40x30x2 gallery wrap, oil on canvas, completed 3/06
found at:
http://hawaiianartprintsphotosposters.blogspot.com/
Available for purchase in note cards, posters and giclees. The original is hanging at Kauai Products at Lihue Mall,Kauai, Hawaii.
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Israel Kamakawaiwi'ole's golden gentle voice
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TURN ON THIS VIDEO...
So you can have something BEAUTIFUL to listen to while enjoying my lens.
You will LOVE it!
Listen, watch and be blessed by Israel 's Israel Kamakawaiwi'ole's golden gentle voice and gain a feeling for who he was. Try to look past his obvious weight problem, which is in fact what caused him to lose his life.
Know Hawaii through this little video on Utube.. this is Hawaii and what makes it such a spiritual place.
While there are better versions of Iz singing this song, I picked this one because if shows the Hawaiian culture and because at the end of it is his funeral.
a hui hou IZ
(meaning, "Until we meet again IZ")
Aloha
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Here are the Hawaiian music lyrics
|G D |Em* C |G D |
|Em* |C |
G D/F# C G
ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-ooo
C Bm7 Em C
ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-ooo
G D/F# C/B Em7/D
Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
C G/B D/A Em C
And the dreams that you dream of once in a lullaby______
G D/F# C/B Em7/D
Oh somewhere over the rainbow, blue birds fly
C G/B D/A Em C
And the dreams that you dream of, dreams really do come true______
G
Someday i'll wish upon a star
D/F# Em C
Wake up where the clouds are far behind me
G
Where trouble melts like lemon drops
D/F# Em C
High above the chimney tops that's where you'll find me
G D/F# C/B Em7/D
Oh somewhere over the rainbow, blue birds fly
C G/B D/A Em C
And the dreams that you dare to, oh why, oh why can't I?______
G D C/B Em7/D
Well I see trees of green and Red roses too
C G/B D/A Em/B
I'll watch then bloom for me and you
C D/A Em C
And I think to myself: what a wonderful world
G D C/B Em7/D
Well I see skies of blue and I see clouds of white
C G/B D/A Em/B
And the brightness of day, I like the dark
C D/A G C G
And I think to myself: what a wonderful world
D/A Em/B
The colours of the rainbow so pretty in the sky
D/A Em/B
Are also on the faces of people passing bye
C/B Em7/D C/B Em7/D
See friends shaking hands, saying 'how do you do?'
C/B Em7/D C D
They're really saying, I...I love you
G D C/B Em7/D
I hear babies cry and I watch them grow
C G/B D/A Em/B
They'll learn much more than we'll know
C D/A Em C
And I think to myself: what a wonderful world
G
Someday i'll wish upon a star
D/F# Em C
Wake up where the clouds are far behind me
G
Where trouble melts like lemon drops
D/F# Em C
High above the chimney tops that's where you'll find me
G D/F# C/B Em7/D
Oh somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
C G/B D/A Em C
And the dreams that you dare to, why, oh why can't I?______
G D/F# C G
ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-ooo
C Bm7 Em C
ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-a-eh-a-a-a-a-a-a-a
TURN ON THIS VIDEO...
So you can have something BEAUTIFUL to listen to while enjoying my lens.
You will LOVE it!
Listen, watch and be blessed by Israel 's Israel Kamakawaiwi'ole's golden gentle voice and gain a feeling for who he was. Try to look past his obvious weight problem, which is in fact what caused him to lose his life.
Know Hawaii through this little video on Utube.. this is Hawaii and what makes it such a spiritual place.
While there are better versions of Iz singing this song, I picked this one because if shows the Hawaiian culture and because at the end of it is his funeral.
a hui hou IZ
(meaning, "Until we meet again IZ")
Aloha
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Here are the Hawaiian music lyrics
|G D |Em* C |G D |
|Em* |C |
G D/F# C G
ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-ooo
C Bm7 Em C
ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-ooo
G D/F# C/B Em7/D
Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
C G/B D/A Em C
And the dreams that you dream of once in a lullaby______
G D/F# C/B Em7/D
Oh somewhere over the rainbow, blue birds fly
C G/B D/A Em C
And the dreams that you dream of, dreams really do come true______
G
Someday i'll wish upon a star
D/F# Em C
Wake up where the clouds are far behind me
G
Where trouble melts like lemon drops
D/F# Em C
High above the chimney tops that's where you'll find me
G D/F# C/B Em7/D
Oh somewhere over the rainbow, blue birds fly
C G/B D/A Em C
And the dreams that you dare to, oh why, oh why can't I?______
G D C/B Em7/D
Well I see trees of green and Red roses too
C G/B D/A Em/B
I'll watch then bloom for me and you
C D/A Em C
And I think to myself: what a wonderful world
G D C/B Em7/D
Well I see skies of blue and I see clouds of white
C G/B D/A Em/B
And the brightness of day, I like the dark
C D/A G C G
And I think to myself: what a wonderful world
D/A Em/B
The colours of the rainbow so pretty in the sky
D/A Em/B
Are also on the faces of people passing bye
C/B Em7/D C/B Em7/D
See friends shaking hands, saying 'how do you do?'
C/B Em7/D C D
They're really saying, I...I love you
G D C/B Em7/D
I hear babies cry and I watch them grow
C G/B D/A Em/B
They'll learn much more than we'll know
C D/A Em C
And I think to myself: what a wonderful world
G
Someday i'll wish upon a star
D/F# Em C
Wake up where the clouds are far behind me
G
Where trouble melts like lemon drops
D/F# Em C
High above the chimney tops that's where you'll find me
G D/F# C/B Em7/D
Oh somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
C G/B D/A Em C
And the dreams that you dare to, why, oh why can't I?______
G D/F# C G
ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-ooo
C Bm7 Em C
ooo-ooo ooo-ooo ooo-a-eh-a-a-a-a-a-a-a
Israel Kamakawiwo'Ole 'IZ' 'Somewhere Over The Rainbow' HQ
Please check out my lastest music video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvDThCQFbUA WITH ORIGINAL SOUND! Official 'SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW' Music Video by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole download @ http://www.myspace.com/danielavideo buy album http://www.amazon.com/Facing-Future-Israel-IZ-Kamakawiwoole/dp/B00000JFG3 Israel "Iz" Kaʻanoʻi Kamakawiwoʻole (May 20, 1959 -- June 26, 1997) (pronounced [ka-maka-vi-vo-ole]) was an Hawaiian musician. He became famous outside Hawaii when his album Facing Future was released in 1993 with his medley of "Over the Rainbow" and "What a Wonderful World", which was subsequently featured in several films, television programs, and commercials. From childhood, his family called Israel by his Hawaiian middle name, Kaʻanoʻi, the "beloved one". His name would later become the title name of his first solo album, Kaʻanoʻi, and also foretells the greatness of this "cherished one". It is interesting to note here that part of his name, anoʻi, when simplified to noʻi may be a contraction of the Hawaiian word, nohi. Nohi means "bright-colored, vivid, as the rainbow" (see Hawaiian Dictionary, Pukui and Elbert). Nohi, rainbow, beloved one, and cherished one are powerful symbols in his life. Iz's recording of the song "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" would become renowned throughout the world and continues to garner high acclaim. The song has come to be known as Izʻs "signature song", the most renowned of all his songs. Kamakawiwo`ole was nicknamed "The Gentle Giant" by his admirers. He was described as always cheerful and positive, and he was best known for his love of the land and of the people of Hawaiʻi. Through his consummate ukulele playing and incorporation of other idioms (such as jazz and reggae), Iz remains one of the major influences in Hawaiian music over the last 15 years. Israel's recording of "Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World" reached #12 on Billboard's Hot Digital Tracks chart the week of 1/31/04 (for the survey week ending 1/18/04), possibly due to its use in the Adam Sandler film 50 First Dates, and the Brad Pitt film Meet Joe Black. In 2006, a version of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow", in an arrangement based on Iz', was performed by The Worthless Peons in "My Way Home", the 100th episode of Scrubs, over the closing montage. A recording of the same song by Iz was used in the closing scenes of the final episode of Life on Mars (TV Series). It is also a featured song in the movie Finding Forrester. In 2002, the song was used to powerful effect in the closing scenes of Anthony Edwards' last appearance in ER as Dr. Mark Greene, in the episode "On the Beach". On week 8 of American Idol (season 7), Jason Castro performed his own version of this song except that he left out the "What a Wonderful World" line, but still gave credit to Israel for the song. DEATH: Throughout the later part of his life, Iz was obese and at one point carried 758 pounds (344 kg) on his 6 feet 2 inches (1.9 m) frame. He endured several hospitalizations and died of weight-related respiratory illness on June 26, 1997 at 12:18 am at the age of 38. The Hawaiʻi State Flag flew at half-staff on July 10, 1997, the day of Iz's funeral. His koa wood coffin lay in state at the Capitol building in Honolulu. He was the third person in Hawaiian history to be accorded this honor (the other two were Governor John A. Burns and Senator Spark Matsunaga) and the only non-politician. Over 10,000 people attended his funeral. Thousands of fans gathered and cheered as his ashes were scattered into the Pacific Ocean at Mākua Beach on July 12, 1997. On September 20, 2003, hundreds paid tribute to Iz as a 200-pound bronze bust of the revered singer was unveiled at the Waianae Neighborhood Community Center on O'ahu. The singer's widow, Marlene Kamakawiwo'ole, and sculptor Jan-Michelle Sawyer were present for the dedication ceremony.
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University of Hawaii Haka Controversy|Colt Brennan|Sugar Bowl|WAC
First off.. wow~!! Go Colt Brennen! Hawaii wishes him luck in his football career and sends a warm "mahalo nui loa" for the 2007 season. It was a glorious ride.
OK.. on to the controversy.
UPDATE: Their dance/chant has changed to Hawaiian.
UPDATE to below:
First off here is a Blog that includes the latest news, videos and pictures, by Stephen Tsai :
"The Warrior's Beat"
Stephen Tsai knows University of Hawai'i sports, down to the last decimal of a 40-yard dash. He's lived UH sports since 1987. Few reporters get the inside information like he does. What Tsai writes is a daily must read.
http://blogs.honoluluadvertiser.com/index.php?blog=9
The Haka is a traditional M%u0101ori dance form. The use of haka in popular culture is a growing phenomenon, especially in New Zealand. Traditionally, haka were used only in M%u0101ori cultural contexts, but today haka are used in a wide range of public occasions to impart a sense of importance of the event.
[edit]University of Hawaii Haka Controversy
During a hugely successful 2006 football season, it became tradition for the University of Hawaii Warriors football team to perform the Haka. Typically, the Warriors performed their version of the "Kapa O Pango" haka 20 minutes before the opening kickoff. After home wins, the team also performed a post-game version. However, before its final regular season game against Oregon State, the team was alerted by a university professor that the team may be infringing upon a copyright by performing the dance. The team ended up doing a 'variation' of the Haka before the Oregon State game, and planned on unveiling a 'new haka' before the team's Hawaii Bowl appearance against Arizona State on December 24. The All-Blacks rugby team does their Haka with permission from Ngati Porou tribe.
Through a spokeswoman, Hawaii's athletic director said: "Our legal department is looking into the issue. We don't believe we're violating any copyright laws at this time." Players on the team add that their version of the dance is not 'step for step' with the All-Blacks Haka.[3]
While team has adopted the "Kapa O Pango" as its game day ritual haka, it should be noted that the words speak of a black jersey, which is the official home color of the UH Warriors. However, the black jersey refers specifically to the All Black jersey, for whom the haka was written. The original version of the haka also mentions "Aotearoa", which is Maori for New Zealand, and "Ponga-Ra" meaning silver fern, both not applicable to the University of Hawaii football team. However, these words are dropped when the Warriors perform their version.[citation needed]
2006 Heisman Trophy Candidate Quarterback Colt Brennan was also filmed saying that he was learning the Samoan words to the haka when the haka is clearly Maori. (It should noted that Brennan meant learning Samoan would assist him in learning to pronounce the Maori words, not that this haka was in Samoan. Also the Warriors do not say "Aotearoa" or New Zealand when they perform their version)[citation needed].
On December 24, 2006 the University of Hawaii Warriors performed a haka prior to the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl game. in contrary to what was stated prior to the game,the Warriors, did not perform an entirely new haka but used the same gestures as "Kapa O Pango" as they have done all season. However it should be noted that the chant itself could not be identified and it could not be confirmed if it remains the same or if certain words were changed to accommodate the team and the university specifically as the haka was not televised[citation needed]. There are submitted clips of the Warriors' haka prior to the 2006 Hawaii Bowl game submitted on the popular website "You Tube" but there remains no good footage with quality audio to decipher their chant at that time.
In 2007, linebacker Timo Paepule has now taken the leadership duties of the haka. The Warriors performed their usual version of "Kapa O Pango" for over 4,000 fans in attendance at their annual "Football Ohana Festival" which included a 90-minute practice session.
Paepule was quoted in saying that they plan to adjust the haka before the start of the 2007 fall season. Paepule also noted that the team actually prefers to perform the haka just for themselves and not as an attraction for the team.
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haka_in_popular_culture
OK.. on to the controversy.
UPDATE: Their dance/chant has changed to Hawaiian.
UPDATE to below:
First off here is a Blog that includes the latest news, videos and pictures, by Stephen Tsai :
"The Warrior's Beat"
Stephen Tsai knows University of Hawai'i sports, down to the last decimal of a 40-yard dash. He's lived UH sports since 1987. Few reporters get the inside information like he does. What Tsai writes is a daily must read.
http://blogs.honoluluadvertiser.com/index.php?blog=9
The Haka is a traditional M%u0101ori dance form. The use of haka in popular culture is a growing phenomenon, especially in New Zealand. Traditionally, haka were used only in M%u0101ori cultural contexts, but today haka are used in a wide range of public occasions to impart a sense of importance of the event.
[edit]University of Hawaii Haka Controversy
During a hugely successful 2006 football season, it became tradition for the University of Hawaii Warriors football team to perform the Haka. Typically, the Warriors performed their version of the "Kapa O Pango" haka 20 minutes before the opening kickoff. After home wins, the team also performed a post-game version. However, before its final regular season game against Oregon State, the team was alerted by a university professor that the team may be infringing upon a copyright by performing the dance. The team ended up doing a 'variation' of the Haka before the Oregon State game, and planned on unveiling a 'new haka' before the team's Hawaii Bowl appearance against Arizona State on December 24. The All-Blacks rugby team does their Haka with permission from Ngati Porou tribe.
Through a spokeswoman, Hawaii's athletic director said: "Our legal department is looking into the issue. We don't believe we're violating any copyright laws at this time." Players on the team add that their version of the dance is not 'step for step' with the All-Blacks Haka.[3]
While team has adopted the "Kapa O Pango" as its game day ritual haka, it should be noted that the words speak of a black jersey, which is the official home color of the UH Warriors. However, the black jersey refers specifically to the All Black jersey, for whom the haka was written. The original version of the haka also mentions "Aotearoa", which is Maori for New Zealand, and "Ponga-Ra" meaning silver fern, both not applicable to the University of Hawaii football team. However, these words are dropped when the Warriors perform their version.[citation needed]
2006 Heisman Trophy Candidate Quarterback Colt Brennan was also filmed saying that he was learning the Samoan words to the haka when the haka is clearly Maori. (It should noted that Brennan meant learning Samoan would assist him in learning to pronounce the Maori words, not that this haka was in Samoan. Also the Warriors do not say "Aotearoa" or New Zealand when they perform their version)[citation needed].
On December 24, 2006 the University of Hawaii Warriors performed a haka prior to the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl game. in contrary to what was stated prior to the game,the Warriors, did not perform an entirely new haka but used the same gestures as "Kapa O Pango" as they have done all season. However it should be noted that the chant itself could not be identified and it could not be confirmed if it remains the same or if certain words were changed to accommodate the team and the university specifically as the haka was not televised[citation needed]. There are submitted clips of the Warriors' haka prior to the 2006 Hawaii Bowl game submitted on the popular website "You Tube" but there remains no good footage with quality audio to decipher their chant at that time.
In 2007, linebacker Timo Paepule has now taken the leadership duties of the haka. The Warriors performed their usual version of "Kapa O Pango" for over 4,000 fans in attendance at their annual "Football Ohana Festival" which included a 90-minute practice session.
Paepule was quoted in saying that they plan to adjust the haka before the start of the 2007 fall season. Paepule also noted that the team actually prefers to perform the haka just for themselves and not as an attraction for the team.
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haka_in_popular_culture
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Israel Kamakawaiwi'ole's
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Over the Rainbow
The version of the song you have heard in movies and commercials is
Israel Kamakawaiwi'ole''s
golden gentle voice.
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Over the Rainbow
The version of the song you have heard in movies and commercials is
Israel Kamakawaiwi'ole''s
golden gentle voice.
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Iz Over the Rainbow: A Hawaiian Tribute Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
Amazon Price: (as of 12/05/2009) 
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How To Tie a Ti Leaf Lei- Do It With Your Toes!
Ti leaf leis are tied with both hands and a nice big toe.
How To Tie a Ti Leaf Lei- Do It With Your Toes!Ti Leaves are sacred in Hawaii. Hawaiians plant a ti leaf plant at each of the four corners of their property. They are used for a zillion things from cooking to using them to fan away flies. They are also used to make leis.
Ever need an extra hand? How about using your toes?
Ti leaf leis are often tied with both hands and feet, using ones toes to hold as leverage, as shown in my painting below.
When making a Ti Leaf Lei one first goes out and gathers ti leaves. Cut out the middle vein so that you have two peices left. Wash them off and put in the freezer til frozen, then thaw. They will be soft and pliable then. They are then twisted and braided. Often they are made to have an open end.
I have posted books below on leis for your further enjoyment. You can make a lei out of most anything and they make a wonderful thoughtful gift.
"Lei Hilo"
Ua hilo 'ia i ke aho a ke aloha: Braided with cords of love.
30x40x2 gallery wrap, oil on canvas, completed 12/05
$1,400. Plus shipping via Fed Ex/Prices are subject to change. Available in giclee, posters and greeting cards.
Same prices that are on my official website www.kathysart.com
Contact me through my website or through this Squid lens if you are interested.
Artist's Watch Blog below has more of my Hawaiian paintings that show the above painting as well.
Hawaiian Tribal Tattoos in Black Henna, NOT PERMANENT, YAY!
Hawaiian Tribal or Plumeria are a couple ideas...
Chinese tattoos, tribal cross tattoos, fairy tattoos,in black henna ... Yay, not Permanent!While working in a gift store in Hanalei, Hawaii, which is on the island of Kauai I learned the art of Black Henna Tattoo. There is a difference between regular henna and black henna, the most obvious being the color. Red henna produces a lovely color on the skin but does not look like a regular permanent tattoo when done. Black henna resembles a permanent tattoo when applied.
Oh, btw:
I have posted a Henna Tattoo 'Kit' down below. I actually got this kit as a gift from someone once about a year before I really got into it. The kit is great because you have everything you need.. no prob. It is a lot easier than you might think. Practice with toothpaste. I also posted a how to book that has more designs.
Anyway...back to what I was writing...
Black henna does not require the sugar water and extra care that red henna does. They both must sit on the skin to stain it for about two to four hours but black henna is easier to apply. Black henna is applied by using a simple bottle with a cone shaped applicator top to the bottle. Black henna easily mixes with water, and is effective in the bottle for about half a day. It is mixed to the consistency of toothpaste in the bottle. I use a bamboo skewer to stir the mixture inside the small plastic bottle. Speaking of toothpaste that is a good product to practice your newly found artwork with. Keep it simple for the most part with black henna and you will do fine.
Patterns and black henna can be found online and comes with full directions normally. Test the product as soon as it arrives to make sure the active ingredients are still good. Sometimes the product gets old and becomes ineffective I have found. Beautiful patterns can be found online as well. Keep it very simple at first. Black henna is normally done freehand. Map your pattern out on the skin with dots, that helps a lot. Remember first and foremost that black henna is a stain so mistakes are not acceptable. It will indeed stain your clothes 'forever' so be careful what it touches! This is a good reason for practice! You should practice with black henna on your own self for awhile until you feel confident.
A note of CAUTION though... some types of black henna can be very harmful to 15% of the population. Most black henna contains PPD which is a harsh chemical that can burn the skin and leave scars. Also artist that work with black henna for a while (e
Vintage Hawaiian Collectables on eBay
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Hawaiiana, with an A at the end is a term used for things that are Hawaiian. I notice the spell check comes up whenever I type it. In Hawaii that term is used a lot for anything that pertains to things being Hawaiian in nature.
Sometimes there are some really great Hawaiian items on Ebay so be sure to check these out.
Enjoy the Hawaiiana below.
Aloha
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Hawaiian Books on Amazon
Books on Hawaii, Vintage Original Authentic Hawaiian Prints, Travel, etc.
All Things Hawaiian. Books on vintage original authentic Hawaiian prints, travel, food, legends, Hawaiian dancers and culture.
One of the books below has my art in it... YAY!
Blessings and Rainbows!
One of the books below has my art in it... YAY!
Blessings and Rainbows!
Spirit of Hula: Mana o Hula
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Kathy Note:
I am the illustrator of the painting shown on page 84 YAY!
The painting of mine in this book is called "Tradewinds in my Hair" I sold the original but still sell giclees of the image. The thing that worked so well with this painting was that she had 'fabulous hair!' Men just love the painting/giclee as well. It was to a man that I sold the original piece to. Smile.
Amazon Price: $17.95 (as of 12/05/2009)
The Art of Gill - A Collection of Vintage Hawaiian Art by Gill
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Kathy Note:
Gill is highly collectible... He had a style like non other. I think many are still trying to emulate his amazing style.
Amazon Price: (as of 12/05/2009)
Mana Cards: The Power of Hawaiian Wisdom
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Kathy Note:
Cards to invite goodness and power into your day
Amazon Price: $26.37 (as of 12/05/2009)
Hawaiiana: The Best of Hawaiian Design (Schiffer Book for Collectors)
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Kathy Note:
Wonderful Hawaiiana. If you are into Hawaiian design of old... this is darn cool.
Amazon Price: $43.81 (as of 12/05/2009)
Paradisus: Hawaiian Plant Watercolors by Geraldine King Tam
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Kathy Note:
I know Geraldine, she is a wonderful lady and honored artist in Hawaii. She lives on the gorgeous island of Kauai.
Amazon Price: $49.95 (as of 12/05/2009)
Octopus... WOW!
Watch this! AMAZING!
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I could not help myself.. I just had to share this. It is fascinating to watch. It is both, eww and ahhh!
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I could not help myself.. I just had to share this. It is fascinating to watch. It is both, eww and ahhh!
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http://artistwatch.blogspot.com/ Art in Progress
Art In Action | Artist's Watch | ke ala o Pele
Below is the text from my blog http://artistwatch.blogspot.com/The url above is my art in action blog.. I have finished these paintings and this series. Prices for them are on the blog.
Art in action, an artist's watch of the progress of this series "Ala o Pele" is coming along. I finished the second image yesterday. I will post it in its finished state today or tomorrow. I had to finish it up because it is the one I have chosen for my invitations of my show at Wailoa Center. With an opening of April 6 and hanging on the 2nd I need to move along. I totally love how it turned out and the orchids made a wonderful touch. Big Island is know as the 'Orchid Isle" so it if totally fitting.
I send you rainbows and "Orchids"
"Orchids" 40x30 oil on canvas
by Kathy Ostman-Magnusen
Smile
Hawaiian Fun Food-Hawaiian Food Tours-Luaus and How To Eat and Fall in LOVE With POI
Hawaiian food tours or luaus - eat poi! Yummy!
Hawaiian fun food,Hawaiian food tours,Hawaiian food served,facts about Hawaii,travel,food,tours,luau.. this is the info you need to enjoy that yummy poi!Hawaiian Fun Food-Hawaiian Food Tours-Luaus and How To Eat and Fall in LOVE With POI
Poi is da kine!
Yes I said it... and I am one of those people who are totally in love with poi. Poi is a Hawaiian fun food. I love it with eggs and rice, ahi tuna, lomi lomi salmon, Hawaiian Lau Lau... Ohh yummy!
Hawaiian Poi is a purple root from the Taro plant that is pounded until it becomes paste like. It is one of the most nutritional form of carbohydrate in the world. I had made poi in my food processor which is not very sacred but it does work.
You have to start out right when tasting poi for the first time. Yes the first time with anything is important. You will decide yes or no.
I say yes!
Think of poi as kind of like yogurt, the unflavored kind, a bit sour. Poi when just made is not sour but after a couple days it turns sour, which is the way I like it best. Most Tu Tu's (grandmas) and aunties (name for most Hawaiian women over 50 or so out of respect) love their poi real sour too.
You need to try poi first at a authentic Hawaiian luau or a chance to go on one of the states Hawaiian food tours. Kalua Pig or chicken just out of the 'imu' is the Hawaiian way. An imu is an underground oven of sorts, done with banana leaves and rocks that are hand picked with great respect. Hawaiian fun food while different and entertaining also has many traditions of honor in Hawaiian history.
The feast will also include Lau Lau which is pork or chicken , a bit of salt pork wrapped up in a taro leaf which is covered then with banana leafs and either cooked in the imu or a pressure cooker or at least cooked for a very long time. Taro or lau lau leaves are the green leaves from the taro root. Taro leaves if not cooked for a very long time, at least 2 hours will give you what is called itchy throat, not exactly a Hawaiian fun food when it is not cooked long enough. I have had it before and while it is uncomfortable it is not the worst ever yet avoid it, why ruin a good lau lau or Hawaiian food tour?
Lomi, lomi salmon and rice are both traditional Hawaiian food served in this meal. Lomi lomi salmon is kind of like a tomato salsa.
OK.. so back to tasting. Take a bite of lomi lomi salmon and savor it. Next take a nice bite full of Lau Lau and rice, then finish it off with a one or two finger helping of poi.
Think yogurt at first. Blend the different tastes of all of the above and try to see how they compliment one another. Poi is what brings this all together... really!
Aloha and mahalo nui.
I Stood Inside A Rainbow
Hawaii has double and triple rainbows...wow!
There are rainbows galore in Hawaii. I was on a hike once climbing up to "Sleeping Giant" on Kauai. From quite a ways away I could see a rainbow touching the ground. I thought to myself... hey! I think I can almost walk to the beginning of that rainbow. I walked and walked until I actually stood in the very spot that the rainbow touched the ground. I stood there in the moisture feeling the colors. OH! so amazing I cannot tell you. I was blessed that day and I will never forget it.I wrote the poem below describing the rainbow but also the rain. It is more of a metaphor of the human struggle but my rainbow and that day are most certainly reflected in it. Aloha.
"I Stood Inside A Rainbow"
I stumbled to find myself
wanting to be lifted
and yet
I fell to smell the earth.
I stayed there for hours
me in brown beginnings
researching the treasure
that before
I had only walked upon.
I pointed my finger
into a tiny hole.
I hoped I might discover
one thing different
I had not known before.
Alas I found myself mesmerized
as an ant climbed from its cave.
One ant, one tiny ant
a delicate treasure, and
a focus in my day.
He became like none other
I had ever seen before
because
I chose to lean my attention
sit in pause
and hear life, and its
unmistakable roar.
A reflection in a pond
beyond the ants tiny hole
I leaned to meet the journey.
Who knew a lake would open
by the magic of my own smile.
I found myself host
to a thousand tiny angels
and an afternoon of solace.
I toasted all the Universe
and from roses
I sniffed a glistening vapor of hope.
I knew thirst to touch the dew on roses
and treasure all they had to say
found comfort in their voices
as the sun met their moisture
of an ever so brilliant day.
I stood inside a rainbow
Its colors met my skin.
Stepping then outside myself
decoding past objections
I accepted miracles were calling
and stood back to watch them grow.
by Kathy Ostman-Magnusen
www.kathysart.com
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If you look at nothing else on this lens? WATCH THIS!
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Israel Kamakawiwoole music
Israel Kamakawiwoole was and is the most beloved singer and musician in Hawaii.
As I wrote above:
When Israel Kamakawiwoole died his body was visited by hundreds in Hawaii as his body lie in State. He was and is a Hawaiian hero. Do not be distracted by his weight or image. Ten thousand attended his funeral.
His music will not disappoint you, I promise!
I should tell you though that on a lot of music done by Hawaiian artists there are songs here and there that you might find humorous. On "Facing the Future" by Iz for example he has a song called "Hawaiian Superman". Don't let that stop you from enjoying his music. Before you know it you will be singing along with that tune. I do. As as I do I give honor to Hawaii's Superman Israel Kamakawiwoole.
PS.. the spelling of his last name does not want to be accepted by this site so excuse that. Just call him IZ.. that is how he was and is known.
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As I wrote above:
When Israel Kamakawiwoole died his body was visited by hundreds in Hawaii as his body lie in State. He was and is a Hawaiian hero. Do not be distracted by his weight or image. Ten thousand attended his funeral.
His music will not disappoint you, I promise!
I should tell you though that on a lot of music done by Hawaiian artists there are songs here and there that you might find humorous. On "Facing the Future" by Iz for example he has a song called "Hawaiian Superman". Don't let that stop you from enjoying his music. Before you know it you will be singing along with that tune. I do. As as I do I give honor to Hawaii's Superman Israel Kamakawiwoole.
PS.. the spelling of his last name does not want to be accepted by this site so excuse that. Just call him IZ.. that is how he was and is known.
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Facing Future
I have this cd. It was the first one I ever purchased of Iz's music. The first and last song are fantastic!
Amazon Price: $12.99 (as of 12/05/2009)
E Ala E
This is another one that I have. There is a strong sovereignty movement in Hawaii. Some of the cuts on all of brudda Iz's music reflect that. Hawaiians ask for the same rights as the American Indian.. not too much to ask huh?
This cd genuine and beautiful and... so well done.
Amazon Price: $13.99 (as of 12/05/2009)
Iz Over the Rainbow: A Hawaiian Tribute Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
Over the Rainbow by Iz is the song that you hear on some movies and commercials... that is Iz! Beautiful voice and spirit.
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Some Yummy Stuff
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In Hawaii we LOVE to eat as does everyone I guess, but in Hawaii you will find wonderful picnics on the beach.
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In Hawaii we LOVE to eat as does everyone I guess, but in Hawaii you will find wonderful picnics on the beach.
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Gold Kili All Natural Instant Ginger Caffeine Free Herbal Tea Drink Sampler Pack (20 Sachets) - 12.6 Oz
KATHY NOTE:
If you ever get a cold or the flu trust me... ginger tea will make you feel a lot better. Either grind up fresh ginger, simmer it on the stove, add honey and lemon.. or try this! Yummy!
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Aloha Island Variety Pack of Kona Coffee Blend Coffee Pods, 18 Pods
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Buffalo Bills 50-Piece Sampler Backpack Gift Cooler (filled with 50 assorted packs of Buffalo Bills jerky and sticks)
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Rice cookers are a MUST in Hawaii. Most people have the ones that keep their rice warm all day, which is the more expensive one of course.
Sushi with Spam is a huge hit here as I have said.
I have shown a book and kit for Henna Tattoos below as well.
Also.. a few DVD's showing the islands.
Aloha!
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Zojirushi NS-LAC05 Micom 3-Cup Rice Cooker and Warmer, Stainless Steel
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What to wear on the beaches of Hawaii
Great Stuff on Amazon
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Women ( and some men) In Hawaii wear SARONGS. I LIVE in sarongs.
I have a big drawer that holds about 15-20 of them. You can tie them different ways to create a skirt or dress, but I almost always wear mine as a skirt. I wear it with a tank top.
Here is the very cool thing about them. You can put your bathing suit on and then your sarong. When you go to the beach you have a cover up 'and' a blanket to sit on.
Another advantage? Your clothes won't feel tight on you as you gorge on food at luaus! Smile.
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Women ( and some men) In Hawaii wear SARONGS. I LIVE in sarongs.
I have a big drawer that holds about 15-20 of them. You can tie them different ways to create a skirt or dress, but I almost always wear mine as a skirt. I wear it with a tank top.
Here is the very cool thing about them. You can put your bathing suit on and then your sarong. When you go to the beach you have a cover up 'and' a blanket to sit on.
Another advantage? Your clothes won't feel tight on you as you gorge on food at luaus! Smile.
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Batik Sarong - Dragonflies On Blue
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Kathy Note:
This is really pretty.. or at least I think so. Sarongs are not just for the beach. With a cute tank top you can actually go out to dinner in one. I wore sarongs for about two years 'exclusively'. I have one that is black with sequins that I wear out to dinner that I love. Humm I really do like this Dragonfly on... maybe I will get it. Smile.
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Lightweight Hawaiian Print Mesh Sarong Dress/Cover Up in 5 Tropical Colors Sizes S-XL
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Kathy Note:
Not a sarong exactly but cute and totally perfect for Hawaii. It is only $24.95
One thing I LOVE about this dress is that it doesn't hug the hips or tummy.. smile.
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Rayon Sarongs - Black, Brown or White - 1 Free Coconut Sarong Tie Per Order.
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Kathy Note:
I don't know about the white one.. for me anyway, I am way too sloppy, but the dark ones are very cool.
I checked on the price and it is only $10.95 YAY
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Hawaiian Facts.. ON THE QUIRKY SIDE!
This is not your 'normal' travel info spot as you may have guessed after reviewing my lens. I want to share things with you that will not be found in a travel guide book that you can pick up anywhere.
Living in Hawaii is a lot different from living in California where I am from originally. I will be posting more of my insights as time goes on.
Experience what is different from your home from anothers. Isn't that why we travel? The best meal I had when I visited Germany was at a little stand outside a shop, not in some hotel. We travel to see what is different from ourselves right? Why look for the same?
OK then.. check back from time to time and see what new things I have posted.
Aloha,
Kathy
"Orange Star Bromelaid"
Kathy Ostman-Magnusen
18x24 oil on canvas, completed 3/07
$300. plus shipping
Description: Guzmania Lingulata, Bromelaid w/ apple green leaves, orange
florescence rosettes.
Post message here on this lens or contact me directly through my website, if you are interested in purchasing this painting, or any other painting for that matter. All of my works are available in giclee, posters or greeting cards too... just ask!
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"Facts About Hawaii - The Problem With Coqui Or Koke Frogs? They All Sing Kokee, Kokee All Night Long!!"
It is six in the morning and I can hear the birds singing like crazy here on the Big Island of Hawaii. The koke, or coqui, frogs have gone to bed for the day. I cannot hear their constant kokee chirping, ah yes they are finally resting. This is an article about the Couqui/Koke and facts about Hawaii.
I am so used to Couqui frogs singing, "Kokee", that I rarely notice them anymore.
My sister was on the phone with me once and said, "WHAT IS THAT!?" I actually had to think for a minute about what she was referring to .. it was the koke' s (coqui's).
Couqui frogs all join together at night and YELL, "KOKEE, KOKEE, KOKEE".. thousands of them! Like crickets with a microphone. It is the boys out there singing away. The little girl coquis are just listening and I guess waiting for the boys to come their way. They must indeed be coming their way because they are multiplying like crazy!
Koke or Coqui frogs are around little, some the size of your thumbnail, really cute looking in a froggie sort of way. They can be green, yellowish, or brown.
They aren't swimmers, no, and have never been tadpoles. They have little disks on their toes like geckos. Geckos are cute yeah? Cute with those little toes adhering to the ceiling even, as they try to capture a mosquito or two inside the homes of people who live in Hawaii. Yup! I admit it, geckos live inside my house and I let them! I actually wrote an article about one that I named Tony, called, "I Thought I Killed Tony! WAAA! But It Wasn't My Fault After All...I Hope!" What would life be like without a bit of silliness I always figure.
They get up at around dusk after snoozing all day. They must be exhausted from all that singing and of course all that sex. They sing till the sun just starts to come up and then its time to rest again. What a life huh? They are actually hurting real estate, I am sure that does not surprise you. If it does you need to come here and take a listen, smile.
Hawaii spays for them sometimes, and then you hear less of them, but that just lasts for a month or two. I tell you facts about Hawaii, it is what it is, spraying seems to be a part of the answer of this invasion.
The newspaper often posts stuff about what to do. Some people, like my husband, put a bottle with the open end right next to the intended victim and they just pop right into the bottle. What can they be thinking?
Then people, like my husband, put the bottle into the freezer! Ewww!
I actually wrote a poem about it and posted it on ezines. It is the one that says, "There's a Koke in My Freezer and a Lizard in My Tub".
It really is not great for the appetite when one goes to the freezer for ice cream and there is a pitiful couqui, literally quite frozen in his tracks! Hey, maybe that is a good thing in a way? I will certainly eat less ice cream.
I have one last thing to add, "Kokee!"
Doze Cwazy Coqui (or Koke) Frogs!
"There Is A Koke Frog In My Freezer and a Lizard In My Tub!"
There is a Koke in my freezer
and a lizard in my tub!
Yesterday the frog was living
and the Chameleon the color of deep rust.
Grown men go out and pursue them
the Koke night brigade is on.
Grown men pursue their manhood
with a flashlight on their head.
They all must be abolished
these frogs who croak all night.
Track them down, 'tis said
'til every last one of them is dead!
They say that where there is one
two more hide sneakily nearby.
It is like grown men have lost their senses
and have become backyard spies.
The Chameleon runs for cover
as my cat intrudes its space
A cats job is to pounce upon anything
invading this place.
None the less I rescued Mr. Chameleon
as he changed to lime green.
I told him never to come back
my tub was not his scene.
Don't take this rescue for granted
I still have freezer space
You could wind up without a tail
next to the Koke's place.
I am not a relentless hunter
like other humans I know
I draw this line between us
and ask you now to go.
My husband is outside now
I hear him in the bushes.
He still maintains its a man job
as I let him carry out his wishes.
In the morning once again
I will find berries for my smoothie
and there beside the plastic bag
another Koke in a jar, gloomy
Count your blessing Mr. Chameleon
Eat bugs and mosquitos without delay
be glad you are not a Koke
as my husband would have to say.
by Kathy Ostman-Magnusen
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Living in Hawaii is a lot different from living in California where I am from originally. I will be posting more of my insights as time goes on.
Experience what is different from your home from anothers. Isn't that why we travel? The best meal I had when I visited Germany was at a little stand outside a shop, not in some hotel. We travel to see what is different from ourselves right? Why look for the same?
OK then.. check back from time to time and see what new things I have posted.
Aloha,
Kathy
"Orange Star Bromelaid"
Kathy Ostman-Magnusen
18x24 oil on canvas, completed 3/07
$300. plus shipping
Description: Guzmania Lingulata, Bromelaid w/ apple green leaves, orange
florescence rosettes.
Post message here on this lens or contact me directly through my website, if you are interested in purchasing this painting, or any other painting for that matter. All of my works are available in giclee, posters or greeting cards too... just ask!
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"Facts About Hawaii - The Problem With Coqui Or Koke Frogs? They All Sing Kokee, Kokee All Night Long!!"
It is six in the morning and I can hear the birds singing like crazy here on the Big Island of Hawaii. The koke, or coqui, frogs have gone to bed for the day. I cannot hear their constant kokee chirping, ah yes they are finally resting. This is an article about the Couqui/Koke and facts about Hawaii.
I am so used to Couqui frogs singing, "Kokee", that I rarely notice them anymore.
My sister was on the phone with me once and said, "WHAT IS THAT!?" I actually had to think for a minute about what she was referring to .. it was the koke' s (coqui's).
Couqui frogs all join together at night and YELL, "KOKEE, KOKEE, KOKEE".. thousands of them! Like crickets with a microphone. It is the boys out there singing away. The little girl coquis are just listening and I guess waiting for the boys to come their way. They must indeed be coming their way because they are multiplying like crazy!
Koke or Coqui frogs are around little, some the size of your thumbnail, really cute looking in a froggie sort of way. They can be green, yellowish, or brown.
They aren't swimmers, no, and have never been tadpoles. They have little disks on their toes like geckos. Geckos are cute yeah? Cute with those little toes adhering to the ceiling even, as they try to capture a mosquito or two inside the homes of people who live in Hawaii. Yup! I admit it, geckos live inside my house and I let them! I actually wrote an article about one that I named Tony, called, "I Thought I Killed Tony! WAAA! But It Wasn't My Fault After All...I Hope!" What would life be like without a bit of silliness I always figure.
They get up at around dusk after snoozing all day. They must be exhausted from all that singing and of course all that sex. They sing till the sun just starts to come up and then its time to rest again. What a life huh? They are actually hurting real estate, I am sure that does not surprise you. If it does you need to come here and take a listen, smile.
Hawaii spays for them sometimes, and then you hear less of them, but that just lasts for a month or two. I tell you facts about Hawaii, it is what it is, spraying seems to be a part of the answer of this invasion.
The newspaper often posts stuff about what to do. Some people, like my husband, put a bottle with the open end right next to the intended victim and they just pop right into the bottle. What can they be thinking?
Then people, like my husband, put the bottle into the freezer! Ewww!
I actually wrote a poem about it and posted it on ezines. It is the one that says, "There's a Koke in My Freezer and a Lizard in My Tub".
It really is not great for the appetite when one goes to the freezer for ice cream and there is a pitiful couqui, literally quite frozen in his tracks! Hey, maybe that is a good thing in a way? I will certainly eat less ice cream.
I have one last thing to add, "Kokee!"
Doze Cwazy Coqui (or Koke) Frogs!
"There Is A Koke Frog In My Freezer and a Lizard In My Tub!"
There is a Koke in my freezer
and a lizard in my tub!
Yesterday the frog was living
and the Chameleon the color of deep rust.
Grown men go out and pursue them
the Koke night brigade is on.
Grown men pursue their manhood
with a flashlight on their head.
They all must be abolished
these frogs who croak all night.
Track them down, 'tis said
'til every last one of them is dead!
They say that where there is one
two more hide sneakily nearby.
It is like grown men have lost their senses
and have become backyard spies.
The Chameleon runs for cover
as my cat intrudes its space
A cats job is to pounce upon anything
invading this place.
None the less I rescued Mr. Chameleon
as he changed to lime green.
I told him never to come back
my tub was not his scene.
Don't take this rescue for granted
I still have freezer space
You could wind up without a tail
next to the Koke's place.
I am not a relentless hunter
like other humans I know
I draw this line between us
and ask you now to go.
My husband is outside now
I hear him in the bushes.
He still maintains its a man job
as I let him carry out his wishes.
In the morning once again
I will find berries for my smoothie
and there beside the plastic bag
another Koke in a jar, gloomy
Count your blessing Mr. Chameleon
Eat bugs and mosquitos without delay
be glad you are not a Koke
as my husband would have to say.
by Kathy Ostman-Magnusen
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"Mahalo For Removing Your Shoes"
Never ever step into someone's home in Hawaii wearing your shoes!
Facts About Hawaii -Traveling to Hawaii? "Mahalo For Removing Your Shoes!"One thing that we all hope for when we travel is that we don't 'look' like a tourist, at least I do. In Hawaii the idea is to 'dress down', especially in the shoe department.
It is a tradition in many cultures to not enter someone's home with your shoes on. This is the case in Hawaii as well. Locals usually just wear flip flops or thongs.. commonly called slippers or slippas in Hawaii, one reason being they are easy to take off.
Unless you plan to hike or dine out in a posh restaurant in Hawaii...
wear slippas!
Slippas are easy to remove when and if you meet up with a Hawaii resident and are invited to their home for a little 'Ono Grinds' (yummy food) and some 'Wala' au' (talk story another term used in Hawaii that means to have the gift of gab with each other, share adventures and thoughts).
NEVER, ever, enter someone's home in Hawaii without removing your shoes first, not even if they have dirt floors. Ya just wouldn't do that out of respect for their home and person. Normally you will see a whole slew of shoes and slippas outside the door of Hawaiian residents. It is pretty darn cute.
Mahalo (thank you in Hawaiian), for removing your shoes is often posted on a lot of Hawaii residents homes just outside their front door. Craftspeople wisely take advantage of this opportunity by making signs out of tiles or wood and other materials. Plaques saying
"Mahalo For Removing Your Shoes"
are for sale all over the Hawaiian Islands.
You can find "Locals" or "Surfahs" brand names for the most hip, yet cheap (under $5.00 normally) at a lot of grocery stores even, all over Hawaii. Ya might want to go ahead and wait till you arrive to purchase what the locals wear, yeah? Make your first stop at the local grocery store or quick stop.. too funny huh?
Whatever ya do, unless you have extreme athletes feet or something, don't wear shoes and socks, that is a dead giveaway that you are from the midwest and your aim it to fit in right?
Aloha! A word that can never be said too much in Hawaii.
Traveling or moving to Hawaii? Questions, Thoughts?
Did you like my lens? Questions?
To really get a feel of a place ya gotta spend some time there, hang out with the locals, research the nooks and crannies, take you shoes off and wiggle your toes. I hope that I have given you a few insights you may not have thought of.
Questions?
Like maybe what's it like living next door to an active volcano?
or...
??
Planning a move to Hawaii and have a few questions?
Feel free to ask me.
Aloha.. ALWAYS say Aloha in Hawaii!
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- lisadh lisadh Jan 30, 2009 @ 11:16 am
- Aloha! I've been to Maui and Oahu, but this inspires me to want to visit again to see some of the other islands.
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- gypsyman27 gypsyman27 Sep 30, 2008 @ 1:25 pm
- Kathy,
I thought that I would get to Hawaii on R&R when I was in the AirForce no such luck. Been to Finland , Saudi and all of Europe not to our 50th state, irony huh? Five stars for this great lens that paints a portrait, thankyou...
Robert
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- MsMorrison MsMorrison Jul 29, 2008 @ 4:59 am
- great art collections! great lens!
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- KonaGirl KonaGirl Jul 15, 2008 @ 10:00 pm
- Howzit Kathy - I'm back again. Thank you so much for visting my Flowers of Hawaii lens. You asked why I had it listed under the category of "Animals". The category is "Animals and Nature" and I didn't know what would be mo' betta! LOL! What do you think I should list it under instead? Let me know what you think. Also, would you mind if I used some of your paintings (linking back to you, of course) on my Hawaii lens? I would also like to feature you on my lens, if that is alright with you. Let me know, Haole Girl. (Grin)
Aloha pumehana,
June (Kona Girl)
Best Hawaii Botanical Gardens
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- artstudio artstudio May 22, 2008 @ 2:13 pm
- Since my childhood in Russia I have been dreamt about Hawaii. It was something out of my world.
Now I am close, in Canada. Maybe my dream is closer too.
I saw Muori dancing at a multicultural festival in Australia. It was like warriors or hunters dances. Singing was very specific.
Your lens reminds me my dream.
Go to Hawaii this summer with Kathy's tips for Hawaiian exotics, music, food, and sure for new colors, art, paintings (my passion)
Make it true.
Mahalo Kathy
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- beachbum_gabby beachbum_gabby Apr 28, 2008 @ 9:03 pm
- I love Hawaii and everything about it, including this lens. :)
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- flowergardener flowergardener Apr 27, 2008 @ 9:06 pm
- Mahalo Kathy! This site has brought back so many treasured and precious memories. It's also brought jealousy! I wish I was there with you! I've got to tell everyone that visits this lens........if you ever get a chance to go to Hawaii, DO IT !!! My 7 day 'girls' vacation in 2000 with my Mom & Sister to Honolulu will never be forgotten. The luau, the pork, the poi, the lovely friendly people, the FLOWERS, the fruit, the rainbows, the coastline, the beach, the trees, the very hot men, traveling the mountains, the homes near the ocean, the night life and funny/strange mimes & musicians on the street, Everything, Everything....go SEE it!
Gods Love and mine,
Deb~Flowergardener
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- Imogen_Crest Imogen_Crest Apr 27, 2008 @ 2:23 pm
- Beautiful art, Kathy!! 5 stars!
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- funwithtrains funwithtrains Apr 18, 2008 @ 1:03 pm
- Nice Lens! 5 stars and a favorite! Please visit my Marklin Trains lens.
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- KonaGirl KonaGirl Apr 9, 2008 @ 7:30 pm
- Howzit Kathy, I love your art. Very alive! I was born and raised in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. You have an interesting outlook. Love your taste in books too. A well deserved 5 stars for a most interesting lens. I will have to come back to finish reading it all! And the topper - The Iz. Very Kewl!
Big Island of Hawaii
Aloha,
KonaGirl
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- maxy maxy Feb 26, 2008 @ 8:43 am
- Useful lens, great work! Hope you check out my phone card lens!
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- nightcats nightcats Feb 16, 2008 @ 11:26 am
- Hi Kathy. You've done it again. Another great lens. Your work is truly exceptional. Kudos
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- thomasz thomasz Feb 13, 2008 @ 12:26 am
- Cool lens. Interesting info.
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- EclecticWAHM EclecticWAHM Feb 12, 2008 @ 1:49 pm
- Ok then...I know where my next vacation is going to be!
And thank you for the kind words on my lenses. It's been a blast working on them!
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- Feb 5, 2008 @ 8:34 am
- Cool site! I like the prints. I gave you five, you deserve it! Thanks for visiting my lens.
Thom
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- tdove tdove Feb 1, 2008 @ 6:28 pm
- This lens has some really cool stuff on it. 5* and thanks for visiting Foot Tattoos.
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- j3nny3lf j3nny3lf Jan 19, 2008 @ 2:37 am
- Wonderful lens, glad to see another person who loves Bruddah Iz as much as I do! Five stars!
Check out my Slack Key lenses!
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- salesbysandra salesbysandra Nov 20, 2007 @ 11:44 am
- great lens kathy. thanks for the 5 stars on my lens.
my son lives in hawaii so i find your lens very interesting. love the hawiian prints.
love it. check out one of my len's too.
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- ilovemusic ilovemusic Oct 5, 2007 @ 9:15 pm
- Hi Kathy, I've enjoyed your great tips on Hawaiian culture and life! Have rated your lens as 5 stars. Thanks for visiting my lens Johann Sebastian Bach and for the very kind comments that you left.
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- Christopher_Scott Christopher_Scott Oct 3, 2007 @ 11:10 pm
- Great lens and thanks for stopping by the ?A Day of Hope? lens! You have lots of great information for all of us. Keep up the hard work. Come over to A DAY OF HOPE
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- ebizsalez ebizsalez Oct 1, 2007 @ 12:45 pm
- wow thats a huge lens! lots of info here.
would have been better if squidoo let us use several pages in one lens that way we can divide all the info.
from fellow lens: bigsaveontravel
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- sodacon sodacon Sep 19, 2007 @ 12:18 pm
- Great lens! Thanks for visiting mine as well. Mohalo!
Sodacon
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- rms rms Sep 17, 2007 @ 2:20 pm
- What a lovely lens. Hawaii is the place I dream of going . . . someday. Thank you for a beautiful preview! Your artwork is awesome!
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- Aika Aika Sep 12, 2007 @ 2:11 am
- love those masterpiece and beautiful scenery of the island. This is one of my favorite place in the world. greats lens, 5 stars
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- DeanBakerWholesale DeanBakerWholesale Aug 29, 2007 @ 8:24 pm
- Thank you for visiting our lens. Great 5 star lens! Great artwor...makes me want to go back for a visit even more!
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- catch-cheating catch-cheating Aug 24, 2007 @ 8:08 pm
- great very beautiful picture and art, high five
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- Forgiven Forgiven Aug 19, 2007 @ 3:56 pm
- Your talent is amazing! 5*
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- riverdale riverdale Aug 4, 2007 @ 10:00 am
- I love your lens, I give it a 5 stars great job! Thanks for visiting my lens www.squidoo.com/afrikboutik
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- schnellerkeller schnellerkeller Aug 1, 2007 @ 8:54 am
- My husband and I are planning a trip to Hawaii in March after the new baby is born. I will be using your lens to help us plan our trip. 5 stars!!
I absolutely love your artwork! Congratulations on a great lens!
Mahalo!
Kelly
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- elsaivymom elsaivymom Jul 27, 2007 @ 12:24 am
- Ahh, I love Hawaii and all things Hawaiian. Your lens is like a little vacation in the islands....5 Stars!
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- klapskie klapskie Jul 26, 2007 @ 3:09 am
- One thing I love most about Hawaii is its lovely beaches with those big waves. Wonderful place and lens. 5* from me!
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- titanium_knights titanium_knights Jul 21, 2007 @ 1:59 pm
- Well put together lens with lots of information - thanks!
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- titanium_knights titanium_knights Jul 21, 2007 @ 1:59 pm
- Well put together lens with lots of information - thanks!
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- Lady_Gotrocks Lady_Gotrocks Jul 20, 2007 @ 5:58 pm
- Amazing lens!!!! Wish there was more then 5 stars to give it!
Congratulations! You are now a member of the Raising Stars group
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- KimGiancaterino KimGiancaterino Jul 18, 2007 @ 7:38 pm
- Beautiful artwork. I love this lens!
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- EverythingMouse EverythingMouse Jul 15, 2007 @ 11:14 pm
- Thank you for introducing me to your art work. Amazing!
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- Karendelac Karendelac Jul 14, 2007 @ 1:27 am
- Since I'm an art lover, I had a 5 star trip through this lens. Please visit me soon.
All the Best, Karen at Karen's Kinkade Art Store
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- Morgan buck Morgan buck Jul 7, 2007 @ 7:40 pm
- Im confused about what and how you want me to star something.
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- VacationTip VacationTip Jul 5, 2007 @ 10:04 am
- Congratulation, you've done a great job here. Excellent guide to Hawaii! 5 stars for you! Come try visiting my lens at Top 10 Vacation Spots.
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- marieke marieke Jun 20, 2007 @ 5:25 am
- I really love to go to Hawaii now. :-)
Thanks for your great content!
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- YKRandall YKRandall Jun 13, 2007 @ 3:38 am
- Great lens. I love your art. And how amazing to have stood at the end of a rainbow.
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- surfsusan surfsusan Jun 11, 2007 @ 3:07 am
- Darn ... I stayed too long at your lens ;-)
5 stars.
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- Jun 8, 2007 @ 10:28 am
- Great lens! I voted 5 stars - I invite you to check out mine too, and rate it for me!Live Streaming Video
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- elishadavis elishadavis Jun 8, 2007 @ 10:15 am
- I would love to visit Hawaii someday. Lovely place indeed. Informative and interesting! Great job. Keet it up. Cheers. :D
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- The_Bard The_Bard Jun 8, 2007 @ 5:55 am
- Super lens. Very Arty. I like how you have highlighted the more cultural aspects as opposed to the usual touristy blurb. I've never been - but perhaps one day?
Paul
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- Quilteralice Quilteralice Jun 7, 2007 @ 3:56 pm
- I love Hawaii! Hope to get back there soon!
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- Gail_Faulkner Gail_Faulkner Jun 6, 2007 @ 9:37 pm
- Hi Kathy, Lovely Lens,Oneday I would love to travel to Hawaii. Welcome to the Best Ratings Group. Gail
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- ReviewKing ReviewKing Jun 6, 2007 @ 6:43 pm
- I am already planning my trip...I can't wait til I can go! I love Hawaii!
Stephen
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- ReviewKing ReviewKing Jun 6, 2007 @ 6:43 pm
- I am already planning my trip...I can't wait til I can go! I love Hawaii!
Stephen
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- Lordpegasus Lordpegasus Jun 5, 2007 @ 9:49 am
- Aloha Ostmagart,
Nice lens on Hawaii. I gave you a 5 star
rating. I have a work in progress lens on Hawaii Luaus among
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- irishlass irishlass Jun 3, 2007 @ 2:41 am
- do you have anywhere you'd like to recommend for my contest?
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Israel Kamakawaiwi'ole
Hopefully you will be touched by the spirit of the man
Israel Kamakawaiwi'ole
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Bruddah IZ ~ Hawai'i '78
Bruddah Iz ~ Israel Kamakawiwo'ole ~ Hawai'i '78 "Don't be overly concerned about the outward beauty that depends on jewelry, beautiful clothes, or hair arrangement. Be beautiful inside, in your hearts, with the lasting charm of a gentle and quiet spirit. ~ Ka Pôhaku
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THIS IS HAWAII
If you want to know Hawaii, feel its culture and what Aloha means?
"THIS VIDEO IS HAWAII... IT EXPRESSES ITS SPIRIT"
Notice the respect for the Hawaiian culture in this UTube video. Notice the aunties and tu tus (grandmothers), the cakies (children) and most of all.....
The Hawaiians.
When you visit Hawaii, know that you have stepped on to Hawaiian land and be respectful of Hawaii's ways and culture. Be mindful and show honor to the beaches and every single rock.
This is Hawaii.
Aloha
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If you want to know Hawaii, feel its culture and what Aloha means?
"THIS VIDEO IS HAWAII... IT EXPRESSES ITS SPIRIT"
Notice the respect for the Hawaiian culture in this UTube video. Notice the aunties and tu tus (grandmothers), the cakies (children) and most of all.....
The Hawaiians.
When you visit Hawaii, know that you have stepped on to Hawaiian land and be respectful of Hawaii's ways and culture. Be mindful and show honor to the beaches and every single rock.
This is Hawaii.
Aloha
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Bruddah IZ ~ Hawai'i Aloha
"We shall extend and display respect to all others which reflects our own appreciation of humanity. We shall carry our pride quietly, neither boasting of ourselves nor speaking badly of others - often a dishonest method of self-praise. Yet we must be unashamed of our principles and honest in our criticisms." ~ Hawaiian Code of Conduct Bruddah Iz ~ Israel Kamakawiwi'ole ~ Hawai'i Aloha.
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Banana Patch Studio was started in 1991 by Joanna Carolan. Joanna first came to Kauai in 1967. She made the Garden Isle her permanent home in 1991. Joanna studied watercolor painting at the University of California., Santa Cruz, and design at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in San Francisco. From 1989 to 1990 she studied ceramics in Australia with ceramicist Judy McDermott.
Joanna's work is inspired by the Hawaiian culture and the natural beauty of the Hawaiian Islands. One of her ceramics was presented to the President of Tahiti by the Mayor of Kauai in 1994. Joanna's largest work to date is a 20 foot tile mural she hand painted for the Embassy Vacation Resort, Ka'anapali, Maui. See Joanna's commissioned work.
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Joanna Carolan's art prints are reproduced from her original watercolor paintings using state-of-the -art print technology. All prints are matted and individually signed.
Our studio and gallery are located in the Historic Chang Building located in Old Hanapepe town on the sunny west side of Kauai.
Also visit our gallery in the Kong Lung Store located in Kilauea on the road to the Kilauea lighthouse. - Karen Hawaiian Art
- Originally from Philadelphia, she majored in art at Dean College, Franklin, Mass., took classes at the School of Visual Arts in New York and apprenticed in needlepoint design with Nina Mortilitto, a famous designer on the upper East Side. The move to Hawaii more than 17 years ago infused her images with a gentle, sophisticated and whimsical approach with Rousseau-like color and pattern.
The colorful paintings on this web site are from the brush of Karen Dougherty-Spachner. Inspired by the beauty of Hawaii, Karen is living her dream of painting in an open air studio. Her studio-home is surrounded by gardens of Hawaiian trees and flowers. Karen's work continues to emerge as a true portrait of Hawaii, and enjoys capturing local beaches and historical sites. Karen inspires school children with her teaching and book illustrations, as well as with murals in the newly renovated Kona Community Hospital.
Her fanciful designs reflect the islands beauty and warmth. As the Island of Hawaii grows from volcanic action, Karen's work continues to emerge as a true portrait of Hawaii. Karen's love of children has led her on the exciting adventure of illustrating children books. "Keikilani the Konna Nightingale" was her first delightful book with "The Volcanoe Adventures of Keikelani is soon to be released. These are stories that every family will enjoy reading and sharing.
One of Karens favorite activities is to created specialized pet portraits from your photos. - Sue Swerdlow Art Gallery - Kapaau, Hawaii
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This working artist gallery offers originals, fine art reproductions and an array of asian antiques, including unique furnishings create artistic interiors. Residential projects include etched glass block and granite surfaces, murals, tiles, faux finishes, and stained glass, all with Sue Swerdlow's unique designs. This is a diversified body of work in a charming "Old Hawaii" setting.
Private and corporate commissions are available. Specific and personal dialogues between the artist and client enable fulfillment of desired results. Prices dependant on size, media and content.
* Enhanced editions - Many of Sue Swerdlow's original paintings are available as enhanced editions. Each enhanced edition is an extension of the original image, hand painted by the artist on acid free mat board (with backing included).
Swerdlow Gallery is located in the historic town of Kapaau on the Big Island of Hawaii. Sue's studio gallery in Waikaloa Village, set above the sparkling Pacific, is also open to visitors, by appointment. - The Hawaiian Art House
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- Ira Ono's studio is his theater. From paint or clay in a creative dance, assemblages, collages, and masks are all ultimately intuitive.
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- Volcano Garden Arts. Our Gallery offers contemporary Hawaiian arts and fine crafts: ceramics, masks, equisite gifts, paintings and other extraordinary media.
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- A lovingly restored private one bedroom redwood cottage set on the lush 3-acre estate of a world renowned artist. Located one mile from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Rates: from $100 per night.
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- Hawaii on a Budget
- How to go Hawaii for three weeks on two weeks worth of money.
By Jo Levy
Hawaii is the state for lovers. Perhaps this is where you want to go for your honeymoon. Perhaps you want to go wilderness camping, climb through a bamboo forest or stand in the clouds. Maybe you just have to try out the waves on that new surfboard. Maybe you just want to get away from it all.
Whatever your passion may be you will find it on the gorgeous islands of Hawaii. These islands are the most distant landmass from any other land in the world. Each island is unique in its very own way.
Going to Hawaii there was my husband's and my dream, but Hawaii is far away from our home in Massachusetts, and can be a very expensive trip.
With some planning and work, we made our dream come true. I hope this feature saves you some time (and money), because I know you would rather spend that time on one, or all, of the Hawaiian Islands.
Tips on Saving Money
Buy Frommer's "Hawaii from $80 a Day." You will get invaluable information from this book about saving money. For example, the best advice we were given came from Frommer's. Buy "The Entertainment Book." It is sold all over the country. There is one for Hawaii and you can find it at www.entertainment.com. The prices change yearly but expect to pay about $25.00 for it, You will get that money back the first day or two you are in the islands.
If you do not intend to explore these amazing islands, it might make sense to spend $300 a night on a resort that you never have to leave. But, I think Hawaii cries out, "Look at me." We spent less than $100 a night for lodging on every island for various types of accommodations.
Don't be shy about asking for upgrades in hotels when you check-in. You will be surprised at how easy it is to get upgraded, but you won't know unless.... - Tribal Tattoos
- This lens will show you the history of tribal tattoos and explore the modern stylizations of these designs. Get information on the tribal tattoo styles of Borneo, Polynesia, New Zealand, Hawaii and other related forms of tribal tattooing. If you like this lens, please give it a vote! ~thanks~
- Hawaiian Arm Tattoos | Flower, Tribal, Band Tattoo Designs
- Discover more about the meaning and history of Hawaiian tattoos (with pictures).
- Henna Tattoo Hawaii, Temporary Tattoo Hawaii, Tattoos Hawaii, Tattoo Design Hawaii
- Locate a Henna and Temporary Tattoo artist Near You Thru This National Directory of Temporary Tattoo and Bindi Artists in Hawaii.
Nothing is more fashionable these days then getting "ink done." Tattoos have since the birth of civilization been a way of remembering events. What better way to remember a lover, a place, a felling or an event than to mark it permenantly in your skin.
Artists can work with a variety of tools, pencil, pen and ink, paint, or airbrush. The body artist is one who uses the human body as their canvas. Temporary tattoos and permenant tatoos can be interesting event ideas. The creation of the tattoo starts with a picture or design which the artist copyies in the final product and when the artist is finished the tattoo can be anything, a logo, tribal art, a design, a painting, or the good ol' heart with the word "mother" in the center. It can be removable of course with the use of henna and bindi paint. it will be worn with pride, as a badge of honor.
PartyPop.com is a way to locate a tattoo professional near you thru this national directory of tattoo artists.
These listings can also be found under the following search phrases: Henna Tattoo Hawaii, Temporary Tattoo Hawaii, Tattoos Hawaii, Tattoo Design Hawaii, Tattoo Hawaii, Tribal Tattoo Hawaii, Tattoo Picture Hawaii, Tattoo Art Hawaii, Tattoo Idea Hawaii, Body Tattoo Hawaii, Tribal Art Tattoo Hawaii, Bindi Tattoo Hawaii, Tribal Tattoo Design Hawaii, Temporary Tattoos Hawaii. - Hawaii Party Planning - Hawaii Corporate Events - Hawaii Wedding Planning
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Hawaiian Music Lyrics Sing Aloha To Their Ohana-Colt Brennan,June Jones & UH Football Warriors
Hawaiian music lyrics often speak of aloha. 'Aloha' in Hawaiian means affection, love, peace, compassion, mercy, goodbye, and hello. Colt Brennan, Coach June Jones and the Hawaii Warriors football team know this word 'Aloha' well. The voices from these college locker room men, who hoped for so much for the state of Hawaii sang out Aloha.OK.. so Colt Brennan and Hawaii Warriors did not win the Sugar Bowl, but WOW they gave the State of Hawaii soo much to be proud of!
Hawaii Warriors did not win the Sugar Bowl, score was 41-10, but they have indeed won the hearts of the people of Hawaii. The team showed Aloha, often offering their hand to the other team. You would have to live in Hawaii for awhile to understand this.. you really would.
"If you go to Hawaii, I'll guarantee I'll be there."
~Colt Brennan
The tears from Brennan are now being criticized. The pressure on Colt Brennan was tremendous, not only for the game but because to the whole State of Hawaii he was made a hero. Every child knows his name. Hawaii also considers Colt Brennan and the Warrior football team as part of their 'Ohana. In Hawaiian culture, %u02BBohana means family, both blood-related or extended. It is an honor. it means caring for one another. It has been used to describe not just what Warriors players feel about each other but also how the state has come to feel about them.
"This is everybody's team, which I knew would happen if we got it going. It could take over the whole state. And it has."
~ Coach June Jones
Colt Brennan's career, nonetheless, is still one of the best in college football history.
Outside of the 41-10 loss to Georgia in the Sugar Bowl, Colt had an outstanding 2007 season. Hawaii has now won 22 of its last 24. Colt Brennan broke Tye Detmer's TD record of 122 touchdowns and has broken 33 other NCAA records. This season he has a 71.40 completion percentage and has thrown for 4,174 yards and 38 touchdowns with 14 interceptions. Brennan has completed an NCAA-record 70.4 percent of his passes for 14,193 yards and was responsible for 146 total touchdowns.
Also to be taken into consideration in their loss to Georgia is the fact that UH recruiting budget is only $50K, barely a tenth of Georgia's. Coach June Jones had one team, while Georgia had what was equivalent to several, able to swap out team players continually, while Hawaii could not. All those players from Hawaii played their hearts out for the whole game.
There were penalties that should have been noted as well. Brennan was often sacked even after he had thrown the ball. Hawaii players were often knocked down after time was called. Because of their experience of brotherhood within their team and the understanding of what 'aloha' means in Hawaii, they were stunned by it. Hawaii Warriors were seen offering their hand to Bulldogs when they were on the ground after time was called. Their hands of 'Aloha' were refused.
"I'm proud of him and the career he had," Jones said. "I wish he could have finished, obviously, better than he did tonight. But I think that had a lot to do with Georgia and not so much him."
~ Coach June Jones
Aloha, does this matter? Is the 'spirit of aloha' within football or outside of Hawaii something that has no place? Or is it a reminder that society has somehow lost its way? Has winning become the only thing that is important? In the State of Hawaii, people have taken their champions and embraced them as they always have. Why? Because in Hawaii the 'spirit of aloha' is indeed the most important thing. These young Warriors have learned something that cannot be compared to and that is a love for their fellow man and all that encompasses. Hawaiian music lyrics often speak of aloha because the spirit of aloha IS Hawaii. The voices from these college locker room men, who hoped for so much for the state of Hawaii sang out Aloha and did us proud!
Kathy Ostman-Magnusen
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Secondary Vacation Homes - To Buy Or Not to Buy?
by D.B.Wilson
There's a lot to take in these days when considering the idea of a secondary vacation home. With the surplus of foreclosures in some of the prime US vacation markets, folks are wondering if now is the time to buy. But, there are still important questions to ask yourself before diving into those balmy vacation home dreams.Due to the rapid decline of the once booming housing market, you're simply not going to get rich quick by buying a second home. So, does this mean you just scratch the idea all together? Not necessarily- but you may need to truly evaluate your reasons for wanting to invest in a secondary vacation home.
The rule of thumb for such a purchase in today's unstable market, is to buy for the immediate love of a vacation home, for the desire to own it and use it, with money and investment as much further considerations. Basically, you have to be prepared to hang on and hold on to what you've purchased for a while. You must be prepared to sail through the dips and dives in the economy, and like all things real estate, you'll eventually be rewarded for hanging in there. Or maybe you'll fall so deeply in love with your home that you'll never want to let it go!
So, if you've had a specific dream for a particular vacation home- say you've always dreamed of owning a piece of oceanfront or a ski condo- well then today's market may be suited to your dreams perfectly. Again, a smart vacation home purchase today, is one that you purchase out of love, and not for money.
The good news is, if your priorities are aligned right and a secondary vacation home is just the thing for you, well then you as a buyer have struck it lucky. As houses in today's market are certainly taking longer to sell, sellers are eager to move their properties and are more prone to offer incentives and to be extra willing in negotiations. If you find something you like, you're just about guaranteed to get it for less than asking price.
Another bonus for those considering a vacation home purchase is that the rental market is steadily on the rise. So, if you plan on helping pay those mortgage payments through rentals, then you've hit the right time.
Also, these days you can take your time shopping for the ideal home, in the perfect place. There's a lot on the market and again buyers have the power to negotiate.
Another consideration to be mindful of is a financial one. Can you really do it? While mortgage rates have come down, second-home loans are a tougher deal. They're a half to one percent higher than for principal homes and this is because banks know someone is more likely to walk out on their secondary home if in crisis. Banks are covering themselves as best they can in light of the current subprime mortgage debacle.
All things weighed and considered, if you're truly looking for a vacation home to love and enjoy over a relatively long term period, then the time is right for you to go ahead, shop and purchase your dream. Go for it!
by D.B.Wilson for more about Mr. Wilson check his articles on Ezine Articles: http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=D._B._Wilson
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Aloha and mahalo nui for visitng!
Kathy
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