ALOHA HAPPENS
By  Lika

Aloha is more then hello, goodbye, love you. Its way more then the tourist greeting, aaahhh looooooo haaaaa. Why do I not like hearing it like that? Because I’m not at a show in Waikiki? Aloha kiss kiss, pau. You know what I mean…… *L*

I think Aloha in its truest sense is unconditional love. That feeling that cannot be expressed in words, this word “Aloha” is a vague description of what cannot be described. It is only felt.

Much like the description of a baby’s laugh. The pure, innocent and joyfulness of that laugh is beyond words. There are no words that express that pure joy. You know what I mean…… *L*

Aloha is giving cause you want to, not cause you have to. Aloha does not include obligations. Aloha is not expecting anything in return. The joy is in the giving, not in da getting.

Aloha is the gift of unexpected warmth. The embrace of a soft wind at sunrise or the hug of the smell of the ocean at sundown.

Hoooo I’m feeling poetic dis morning. Inspired by da ulua o’wot? Oh I digress, where was I…

Aloha is the trust of friendship(s) and fellowship that knows little negativity and choke ukupila laughter. (WOT!)

There is no jealousy, no ultimatums, no mana sucking in true Aloha. *L* You know how some people just suck or demand a lot of your energy? Hence mana sucking. Sometimes individuals in our lives take (aka suck) time and energy that can be better spent in more positive endeavors.

Aloha is a prayer that one is pono within oneself; but more importantly that we are pono with one another.

Yes, Aloha happens and when it does cherish it……

Inspired by da ulua’s? ~ I love dat line ~ gawd I crack myself up.

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From Lika's Log

Aloha from Hawaii City!

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LESS THAN 2 WEEKS UNTIL THE NPIEN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CONFERENCE April 2009 in San Jose
NPIEN's Northern California Chapter will hold its first conference, “Our Sea of Isles: Strength Through Culture,” on April 25, 2009 at the Evergreen Valley College (EVC) Campus, 3095 Yerba Buena Road San Jose, CA 95135. Visit the Home Page on the NPIEN website for registration information and sponsor information. Workshop strands include Career Development, Financial Aid, Technology, and Culture. The Holiday Inn Silicon Valley is the official hotel of the conference. Sponsors are Evergreen Valley College Action Council (DAC), Asian/Pacific Islander Resources for Excellence (ASPIRE), and the Pacific Islander Student Club. Jet Blue flies from the Long Beach Airport to San Jose. www.npien.com

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ANNUAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS!
NPIEN annually recognizes students, educators, and community members for their academic achievements and service to the Pacific Islander community. Each honoree receives a medallion, plaque, and proclamations from their respective legislators. Four students receive scholarships.  Visit our website for awards applications.

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