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True Generosity and Hospitality-Ho’okipa

A gorgeous morning here in Kailua-Kona for the always anticipated Kamehameha Day parade and celebration!

As onlookers smiled and keiki’s stretched their arms for lots of candy the beauty and the meaning of this parade is so well received by all. The participants convey a deep rooted respect for the aina and culture. They share true aloha to all in the community in fond rememberance of their ancestry and those who were here before us.

This parade commemorates ke Ali’i nui ‘O Kamehameha, the unifier of the Hawaiian islands.

From the Kamehameha parade organizers:

This years Po’o Mana’o: “I ulu no ka lala i ke kumu”. The branches grow because of the trunk. Our Kupuna, past and present, are the foundation (the trunk) of the Ohana. Without our Ancestors, we (the branches) would not exist. They have imparted centuries of life giving knowledge that has nourished our mental and physical growth as a people and enabled us to “Holomua” (move forward) despite the challenges that we face in our day to day lives. Homage to our elders that have passed on and those that are still with us. Mahalo a nui ia lakou no na ‘ike maika’i loa.

Yes there were plenty of smiles and folks having good fun watching along Alii Drive. The floral pagentry, the horses and the handsome and beautiful pau riders. The Kamehameha Order, the Daughters of Hawaii and the Cousins sharing true aloha…powerful. A great sense of community is what it is all about. What a special time for all to come together from the keiki to the kupuna’s very special time and fun for all.

All this Aloha and creating a culture of true generosity and hospitality or Ho’okipa is truely a deep seeded value…

Remember before we meet Ho’okipa look to…

‘Ekahi (one)
Aloha – unconditional love
Our ALO – our demeanor and presence shared with those we are with
Our HA – the very breath of our life, and our spirit

‘Elua (two)
Ho’ohana – passionate work with the intent to bring meaning

‘Ekolu (three)
‘Imi ola – seek to be the best you can be

‘Eha (four)
Ho’omau – perseverance and persistence to make that which is good to last

‘Elima (five)
Kulia i ka nu‘u – the value of achievement. The literal translation for Kulia i ka nu‘u is “strive to reach the summit.”

These values truely prepare the way for true generosity and hospitality.

Mahalo Nui to all the parade organizers and everyone involved for such a tremendous community event here in Kona…

Until next time…A Hui Hou

Independance Day Parade Friday July 4th 5:30pm