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Island in the Sun Dedicated to Malua, my mother Submitted by Doran Life on any Polynesian island is nothing but a dream come true, a blessing or a heavenly bliss, especially if you're in any of the beautiful islands of Hawaii. Every day is a new day, every minute is a new experience that's somewhat romantic, just a new and memorable experience. Everyday from sunrise to sunset, my whole surrounding seems to just spring to life till I close my eyes at night to rest and reflect my great well earned moments, away from home, away from the office and in my own world. I was really homesick, so far away from my very homeland; but, right here and now, in the island of Kauai brought back so many memories and it felt like home! This was closest to home for me. Thinking about my own homeland of Tonga and Samoa seemed so far away and yet so near. The beat of the drums and hula dancers and sweet smelling oils was just too much for me. I wanted to jump up and join them; I had to control myself! The grass skirts, frangipanis and puka shells really swept my breath away. Suddenly, a feeling of sadness engulfed me. Tears were welling up in my eyes because suddenly I really felt that I was alone. My mother had died and left me, 4 brothers and 3 sisters alone at a time in our lives when we really needed her. Dad never remarried, and whatever we remembered of my Mum and her culture was all we had. But whatever I remembered were fond memories. This was like our way of life when we had Mother, but after she had gone, so did all our family bonds, culture and traditions. How sad I felt, and yet seeing the somewhat familiar sights and sounds, tastes and smell of everything around me made me grateful that my time in Hawaii has opened my eyes and warmed my soul because everything I saw, felt, tasted and explored reminded me of who I am and where I came from. This is the best way of life, I thought! So carefree and tolerant, the Hawaii people have truly showed the world their reverence, beauty and pride for their ancestors, their land, their culture and traditions and, most of all, hospitality. I moved to Seattle with my husband and children and no other family and to be able to visit Hawaii is just like going back home and to my mother! Thanks, Doran
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