Nicole's hospital tour

What an unplanned turn of events, Nicole is placed in the hospital because of an obscure disorder, Guillian Barre' Syndrome. Thank goodness for the doctors of Kaiser Hospital, I can't say enough about the doctors of the treatment administered by the nurses and other staff. Because of the overall efforts of the entire staff and Nicole's strength and condition, the ordeal had a very successful conclusion. We are all thankful to have this spark in our lives. She is our entire world. This all takes place one day before her planned graduation party, it had to be cancelled until further notice. There was a small gathering in her room that kept us all in good spirits and made the hospital visit and a little more bearable. It turned out to be a good time in the hospital room. All is well now, so, take care......aloha

2012 Lantern Lighting

The day was nice and warm with little trade wind breeze. The parking was heavy, just like Christmas time at Ala Moana Shopping Center. There were more than 40,000 people at the park and we were at the forefront,we had our feet in the water at this time. The shoreline was not visible because of all the bodies crammed in to the space. It was exciting yet very chaotic at the same time. But we were there, smack dab in the middle. What anticipation, I could feel the sweat running down my face, but getting the shot was all that mattered. I wanted Nicole to launch our prayer candle at the appropriate time and photograph all this as it was happening. Did I ever get the shots I wanted, it turned out to be one of the best shooting days I have had in a long time. Our prayers were sent out to our family as well as our friends, that was the main purpose.....job well done Nicole....aloha

Ilima Hula Studio, Auwana

What a treat on the second night....they danced a great Auwana...the dresses were exquisite.
The beauty and grace that each wahine displayed, was something to behold.