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Aloha Ahi Ahi UFOhana,
As many of you already know, Nohea (Linda) and I are heading to O’ahu to lay my Mother to rest next to my Father, who passed almost 2 years ago.
They would have celebrated their 74th Anniversary this past January 12th.
After having started life as rice farmers in the Philippines, Dad decided a better life was to had by joining the US Navy, they emigrated the United States, eventually landing in Hawai’i and began raising their 6 children. It was difficult and challenging times but they persevered and some how made sure that we all had opportunities in life that they didn’t have back in the Philippines.
I thank God that they can now spend an eternity of peace and love together.
This past Saturday’s Vanikapila was a packed house. Mahalo to all that attended and warmed up the cold Lanai with your Aloha. It sure made for a warm and joyful send off for our trip to the Medina Cafe (aka Vendola Cafe Prime). Mahalo to Lynnette for bringing her Keiki from school and E Komo Mai (Welcome) to Brian Lin and his family.
A sincere Mahalo Nui Loa to all of you for your generous support and healing mana during this difficult time.
We’ll keep you posted as things evolve on our trip.
ukeku
a circle of friends,
slowly we build ‘ohana,
aloha rippling.
me ke aloha pumehana ia oukou a pau (with warm aloha to you all),
-=SqL+Nohea+Jake=-
:EOT
Wow we even made the photo album! What a welcoming ohana. We can’t wait to return.
Prayers to your family and have a safe and healing trip to Oahu.
Mahalo Brian. See you when we get back.
I’m so very sorry for your loss. May you be comforted by all the wonderful memories that your parents have accumulated with you over the years. It is such a blessing to have had such lovely upbringing. Could somebody tell me where are you meet that way I can start to re-join your group Mahalo nuit
Mahalo Marcia. We meet at my home in San Rafael every Saturday, unless otherwise noted, 1585 Vendola Drive. AKA Vendola Cafe. Aloha A Hui Hou, Del
So very sorry, Del, for your loss. Wow… both of your loved ones in such a short time. Envisioning them together now is a gentle and important response; may it be so! Safe travels and loving time with your family and friends. Xoxo Joanie C
Mahalo Joanie.