As I embarked on this new chapter of my life, my wife surprised me with the most incredible retirement gift - a 282 Sailfish Grady-White. This boat has become my new pride and joy, a vessel that embodies the freedom and adventure I've always dreamed of in my golden years.
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Mountain View, Hawaii – Spending the first night on our newly cleared ranch
On a splendid Saturday in October, we found ourselves camped inside the delightful walls of our new cabin, a project we had been dreaming about for what feels like forever. The sun cast a golden hue over the landscape, painting the trees in vibrant reds and oranges that perfectly matched...
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The very first Kava/Sakau planted
With great excitement, we gently placed the young sapling into its new home, imagining the day when it will flourish and enrich our Pohnpeian heritage.
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Final Days of Land Clearing – Epinefou Ranch Ohanas Visit
The final days of clearing our land were a thrilling journey filled with vibrant energy and an uplifting spirit that ignited our hearts. As the sun set behind the mountains, casting a golden hue over the land, we felt a renewed sense of purpose and excitement for what lay ahead.
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Construction Begins! – Aloha Aina and Aloha Hawaii
The journey of our first construction project in Hawaii, along with our newly acquired property in the stunning area of Mountain View, has officially commenced! We are invigorated to announce that we kicked things off with the construction of a robust gate. The gate symbolizes the first line of defense...
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DAY 3 OF LAND CLEARING – SOKEHS HILO OHANAS CAME OUT TO HELP
On the third day of our land-clearing adventure, we were totally thrilled to welcome our Sokehs Hilo Ohanas! They swooped in with a burst of energy, bringing not just a helping hand but also some delightful bananas and sakau plants to get cozy in our soil. It felt like a...
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Day One – Land Clearing First Task ever in Hawaii
Day One of Land Clearing on Our Hawaiian Project We approached the task with enthusiasm and determination as we tackled the resilient Hawaiian fern, uluhe (False Staghorn), and the tenacious Chinese Guava (Psidium cattleianum), often deemed a nuisance in Hawaii's rugged terrain.
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Meeting the King for the very first time.
This past summer, we embarked on our second journey to the breathtaking Hawaiian Islands. This time, we made it a point to pay our respects to the iconic statue of King Kamehameha, the revered monarch who united the Hawaiian Islands under one rule.
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Retirement Party – Mr. Hawelmai – Remathau of Washington
Today, we gather to celebrate the remarkable career and well-deserved retirement of our elder and fellow Remathau, David Hawelmai. David's dedication to serving our country is truly inspiring. He spent many years in the Navy and Army, and even after his military service, he continued to contribute to the Navy...
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Why Hawaii?
Choosing a destination for our family's return to our Micronesian roots was an easy choice: Hawaii stood out as the undeniable top pick. The rich culture and history of Hawaii aligns beautifully with our own, offering a familiar yet distinctive backdrop for our family’s journey. Its strategic location in relation...