Clearing Land in Puna, Hawaii: Lessons Learned About Preserving Soil When clearing land in Puna, Hawaii, one of the biggest surprises is discovering how little soil actually exists. Beneath the lush greenery lies mostly lava rock, with only about an inch of soil in some areas. This thin layer is...
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From Muddy Driveway & Bare Walls to Comfort – Our Off-Grid Journey In Puna, Hawaii
From Buckets & Plastics to Flushing Toilets: Our Off-Grid Journey in Puna District On October 14, 2023, the first night in the off-grid home in Puna District marked the beginning of a life-changing chapter. The house had no roof—just walls and a dream. The sound of the coqui frogs filled...
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The Turning Point: How an Eviction Notice Sparked My Drive to Own a Home. Keep Your Heads Up, my Friend.
Life has a way of testing resolve at the most inconvenient times. For me, that moment came during midterms at Oregon State University. I was buried in notes, caffeine, and the usual stress that comes with exams when I came home to find a notice taped to the door. The...
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In my humble opinion – Micronesian Leaders Should Make Every Effort to Bring Hawaiian Airlines to the Islands
For decades, air travel has been the lifeline connecting Micronesia’s scattered islands to the rest of the world. Yet, despite the region’s strategic location and cultural ties across the Pacific, air service remains limited, expensive, and unreliable. It’s time for Micronesian leaders to take bold action and actively pursue Hawaiian Airlines...
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Scariest Night so far of KONA LOW Fury: A Lesson in Resilience and Reliability
The second night of the Kona Low storm was one of the most intense and nerve-wracking experiences imaginable. The wind howled through the trees with a force that seemed determined to tear everything apart. The sound of gusts slamming against the walls and roof made it hard to sleep, and every creak...
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First Time Experiencing the Kona Wind: Preparation and Survival Experience
For those unfamiliar, the Kona Wind is a weather pattern that brings strong, humid winds from the south or southwest—opposite of the usual trade winds that blow from the northeast. These winds often carry heavy rain, thunderstorms, and sometimes cause significant damage due to their unpredictable gusts. Unlike the cooling...
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Welcome to Ōhiʻa lehua Cafe with New Owners!
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Wind and Rain in Mountain View Toppled my banana tree.
Well, it seems my banana tree has decided to audition for a role in a nature documentary titled "When Plants Can't Handle the Rain." I guess wet feet aren't just a metaphor anymore! Who knew all those rain dances it practiced would culminate in this soggy spectacle?
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In Ifalikese, we call it Fiefi – this one Chayote.
Fiefi, a cold soup made from boiled vegetables and other ingredients, has long been a beloved part of Remathau cuisine. Traditionally, it was served to fishermen returning from long, exhausting days at sea, providing a refreshing and nourishing meal.
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Call it luck, I got me fish!
Guess what? I've snagged some fish! Both the fancy reef types and the open sea critters are in my cooler, and just in the nick of time as I prepare for my grand return to my second home in the gorgeous state of Washington.