Aloha from rainy Honolulu!
It's been raining frequently since Tuesday evening,
and we are under a flash flood warning.
Periodically we get a glimpse of sunshine, but that's a tease.
The governor of Hawaii, Josh Green, ordered all state offices,
University of Hawaii campuses, public and charter schools on Oahu, Kauai, and Maui
closed on Friday, because an incredible amount of rain and high winds are expected.
We shall see. I'm looking at patches of blue sky as I write.
A Rainy Thursday Morning
Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
March 12, 2026
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Meanwhile we're making the best of it.
I've been working with my friend Carolyn on hula chants and dancing,
and we continue to enjoy kanikapila at the Royal Grove
(although Wednesday's was cancelled because of rain).
Carolyn and I at Kanikapila Royal Grove, Waikiki
February 25, 2026
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Mariko, Vanessa, and Donna Lee Perform a Hula
Carolyn and I Are in the Audience
March 5, 2026
Photo by Sachiko Miyoshi
And yes, DRUM ROLL, I earned my pā'u hula, my dance skirt!
Besides showing commitment and learning hula steps and dances,
I had to memorize a traditional Hawaiian oli and perform it in front of the class.
This oli requests permission to enter the dancing space.
You have no idea how much practice I put into this oli.
The Oli "Liuliu"
I thought I would be performing it at the end of the class,
but I had to hop up unexpectedly and do it earlier.
That meant the only video I have was taken
by my iPhone standing on the floor from across the room.
To post it here I had to film a video of my video.
Whatever works! 😂
Likewise, the next photo is a still I captured from my double-iPhone video.
Admiring My pā'u hula
Kainoa and I
Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
March 12, 2026
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I'm linking to Gillena's Lunch Break, Nicole's Friday Face Off, Tom's Aloha Friday, and Debra's She Who Seeks.
For Gillena ~ A Great Meal ~ Happy Hour chicken nachos at the Yard House ~ generous with chicken and fresh veggies, delicious! This popular special is so big, Terry and I were challenged to finish one shared serving.
Yummy Nachos!
The Yard House
Waikiki, Hawaii, USA
February 27, 2026
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For Nicole ~ Little Laki, a favorite kitty at Cat Café MOFF. He's a pistol, which is why I love him. 😂 The Japanese really enjoy relaxing with cats, so there are several of these cafés in Honolulu.
Little Laki!
Cat Café Moff, International Market Place
Waikiki, Hawaii, USA
March 9, 2026
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For Tom ~ The Aloha Spirit ~ Terry's pickleball buds had a happy hour get-together on March 10th at the Secret Spot for Terry's 75th birthday. Terry's birthday was actually the 11th, but that's when we could all meet. The guys are the pickleball players. I knew Val and Edna through hula. Many people like to meet during happy hour because the food and drink specials are so much cheaper. At the Secret Spot you can get a personal pizza and a mai tai for $12 or a beer and personal pizza for $10. We are experts at Happy Hour! 😂
Terry's Pickleball Friends Celebrate His Birthday
Terry (front left), Me, Val, Edna, Ted, John, Kerrie, and Jim
The Secret Spot
Waikiki, Hawaii, USA
March 10, 2026
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For Debra ~ I spotted Hula Dog! He's an old guy now, but he accompanies his Hula Auntie as she drapes Hawaiian icons located in Waikiki with leis. Hula Dog has a younger Hula Buddy now who has joined them on their walks. Hula Dog enjoys sneaking naps whenever he can. He's one of my favorite locals.
Hula Dog at the Feet of Prince Kūhiō
Waikiki, Hawaii, USA
February 6, 2026
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Hula Dog and Hula Buddy
Waikiki, Hawaii, USA
February 6, 2026
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Hula Auntie Drapes Flowers on Prince Kūhiō's Statue #1
Waikiki, Hawaii, USA
February 6, 2026
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It's lovely to see Hula Auntie honoring people like Prince Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole. His birthday on March 26th is a state holiday. Prince Kūhiō was a champion for native Hawaiian rights. He served as the Territorial Delegate from Hawaii in the U.S. House of Representatives for 10 consecutive terms from 1903 until he died in office in 1922. He is the only one born into royalty who has served in the U.S. Congress.
Hula Auntie Drapes Flowers on Prince Kūhiō's Statue #2
Waikiki, Hawaii, USA
February 6, 2026
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Prince Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole
I hate to think our time here is winding down.
And more rain is coming next week, our last week.
But that's okay. Friends, get-togethers, hula, maybe some pickleball,
and happy hours will keep us hopping despite the rain.
Terry and I at the Hideout
Waikiki, Hawaii, USA
March 3, 2026
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Have a great weekend!
Till next time ~
Fundy Blue
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