Unexpected Rescue Mission

Lanikai Canoe Club Sunrise Paddling crews came to the aid of a stranded oc-1 paddler this morning.

Our fleet of four canoes, picked up Mariya Gold, after she got separated from the damaged oc-1, she was paddling in surf near the Mokulua islands.

The ocean is always so beautiful at Lanikai and even seasoned paddlers can be surprised by the power of the waves and currents.

She hopped into one of the open seats in our small armada and another boat hauled the damaged oc-1 back to the beach.

This isn't the first time I have participated in a rescue mission. On a few evening practices our teams have towed back some stranded kayakers, and various swimmers back to the beach.

Mahalo to the entire paddling community, we always help out when we can.

Wishing everyone a beautiful week!

Aloha Nui Loa,
Maile Mitchell-Akita
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Almost Addicted

My boys have both started their adventures in outrigger canoe paddling. I'm certain I'm more excited than they are. 

The moment my older son got out of the canoe after his first practice, the grin that spread across his face, said it all. "This is awesome! My mom was right, I'm so happy she insisted I give paddling a try. She is the best mom in the whole world!" Okay, maybe he wasn't thinking all those thoughts, but a mom can dream. ;-)

I am thrilled that they actually like it. The first time I got into a canoe, it truly took me by surprise at how much fun it was. Of course, this is a team activity and good attitudes and a shared love of a wonderful sport you can do on the water together, makes a difference. Actually that is true in anything. 

Always look to the positive. It wastes your time to dwell on negative thoughts. Help others and live a life of compassion. That is the heart of any team player. 

If you wish for everyone to be better than you, and you help them achieve their best effort, your team does even better, and ultimately you benefit also. It's not about being better than anyone else, but about being the best you! 

There is no "I" in team! We all know this, yet, people create drama out of jealousy or poor thoughts. Give yourself and everyone else peace. And just help everyone! That does not mean telling anyone what to do, but showing them how. You create a giving legacy of paying it forward each time you share your knowledge and your gifts with others.

Hawaii Legacy Builder's, is founded on helping others achieve success by being a network of knowledgable and gifted individuals in many diverse fields of expertise. We help you find solutions and connect you to other people and networks, ultimately creating beneficial relationships with greater networks. 

We charge nothing, and if you need help, we are more than happy to offer our resources to helping you achieve success. Wishing you many blessings in every area of your life.

Love and Aloha,

Maile Mitchell-Akita

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Allow

"Disappointments are the universe's way of saying I've got something better planned for you."
Live without expectation and just allow your life to blossom as it is meant to.
Sending lots of love and aloha to you,
Maile Mitchell-Akita
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Hokule'a

Today I lived history. Hawaii's ambassador on the ocean, Hokule'a arrived in Kailua Bay. An armada of canoes went to greet her and escort her safely to shore.

We transported her crew with the help of multiple canoes to the sands of Kailua beach.

Conch shells blew and a hula Halau chanted a beautiful Hawaiian greeting. The crew of Hokule'a also chanted a response. It was Hawaii's cultural traditions brought back to life once again.
I was so impressed with how many people were there to be apart of this beautiful ceremony.

Exciting to know they will do it again when they depart Kailua bay and arrive at their next destination in Waimanalo. I'm honored to have the opportunity to dance with my hula Halau in Waimanalo in a few days and be apart of this cultural ceremony.

Today, I paddled with my paddling Halau, Lanikai Canoe Club and was so happy to see my friends from Kailua Canoe Club,  as well. There were other canoe clubs out there today, forgive me, I didn't get a chance to meet them. I hope all the canoe club's around the island participate if they have the chance.

It was magical to be on the ocean with Hokule'a surfing along the waves next to our fleet of canoes. Grateful for such a wonderful opportunity.

This was a moment in my life, I won't soon forget.

Wishing you many blessings. Live every moment of your life.

Love and Aloha,
Maile Mitchell-Akita
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Productivity

I love when I finally get to cross things off my to do list. Productive days are exhausting but you definitely sleep better at night.

Beauty sleep is my favorite thing to do ;) happy dreaming and hoping you have a super productive week to.
Love and Aloha,
Maile
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Spellcheck twice, print once!

Good point from Mashable's Pete Cashmore, "printer ink really seems to be one of the world's most expensive liquids."

It is honestly cheaper to donate your old printer to a charity and buy a new printer instead of ink refills.

I have tried to buy printers based on the price of the ink refill, and making sure they are refillable cartridges... I wish my kids knew how much it cost to reprint all those essays and homework assignments they keep getting minor typos on and a stack of wasted paper later.

New rule: spell check twice, print once!

Wishing you a productive week!
Love and Aloha,
Maile
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Sunrise

My favorite way to start my day!
I have enjoyed waking up each and every summer day to a beautiful sunrise. Sending one to you.

Hope your Tuesday is full of sunshine.
Love and Aloha,
Maile
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Long Summer Days

Today, was hot! I honestly have been enjoying these sunny  summer days as I've spent almost every day of it, outside!

It's a funny thought, thinking back to my little kid days, and my mom calling out to the neighborhood to come home...now my kids text me, "mom, when are you coming home?" I wish I could force them outdoors with me, but their generation has their own kind of  fun, that I don't seem to  understand.

I do love our family time when we all spend the day splashing in the pool. And we always eat dinner together around the dining table as a family. That is something I know my kids will remember when they get older, and hopefully carry on that tradition.

Happy Week ahead!
Love and Aloha,
Maile
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Rich Life

Today my life feels so blessed! Sending Love and so much Aloha to everyone. Joy is overflowing and I wish to share it with all of you.

May your life overflow with so much joy, abundance, prosperity, and love.
Me ke aloha pumehana,
Maile
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Reflections

This has been a busy week for me with a lot of unexpected events. Life is a definitely a roller coaster ride with lots of ups, downs and quick turns that can change your perspective faster than you thought possible.

Hope you are enjoying your journey.
Wishing you a fun weekend!
Love and Aloha,
Maile
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It's Aloha Friday again ;)

Aloha Friday has arrived again. The week flies bye too quickly sometimes. Hope your week has been fabulously productive.
Love always,
Maile
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Wish time, dream time

Live your dreams. Everyday you get closer to the true reality you desire. So close you can reach up and touch it.

Happy Dreaming!
Love and Aloha,
Maile
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Waves

Make some waves, and see what happens! Wishing you a wonderful Wednesday!
Love and Aloha,
Maile
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Love

A wonderful friend said that I was so joyful. I absolutely feel it and hope to share that with everyone!

I am truly loving my life right now! I am so grateful for wonderful friends and family that truly make me feel so grateful for everyday!

Sending lots of Love and Aloha to you, I hope its contagious ;)

Me ke aloha pumehana,
Maile
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Strength

We all have heard how resilient the human spirit is. Especially when we are pushed to our limits, how we react shows our true strength.

Do you get angry, sad, or do you take a breath, refocus, and move forward? I have done all of the above and more and more I decided that, well things happen for a reason. Sometimes it's a lesson or sometimes it's a blessing.

I also have decided that I want more blessings and feel I no longer want any more trivial tests of my character or strength.

Manifest your life as you wish it and stop worrying about the trivial things. Life is to short to not enjoy the crazy lessons to. Someday it will be a part of your amazing life story.

Love and Aloha,
Maile
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Long Summer Day

Slow sunset ;)
Yesterday was the longest day of the year! Summer is fleeting.
Enjoy every sunny hour <3
Love and Aloha,
Maile
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Wonderful Wednesday

I love Tuesdays, especially hula nights. I'm exhausted but still want to stay up late and dance all the songs playing in my head.

Wishing you a wonderful Wednesday!
Love and Aloha,
Maile
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Great Dads

I love my dad! He taught me everything. Made me learn to change a tire before he would teach me how to drive the car.

My dad was there for sporting events, graduations, and even walked me down the aisle.

Dad's are there for all their children's special moments. Shout out to all the great dads raising great kids. The world is a better place because of you.

Love always,
Maile
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Father's Day Adventure

It was a beautiful day for a Sunday drive, all the way out to Nanakulibeach Park.
It was my first time swimming at this beach. A born and raised Kailua girl, I rarely venture farther than the mile to my favorite Kailua Bay.

Nanakuli beach had crystal clear water and a kid friendly surf swell that washed the kids back and forth on the sandy shore. They loved it and it looked so fun, I had to try it to. It really was fun and the water was so cool on a very hot summer day, I didn't want to get out. The need to reapply sunscreen, got me moving and back under a shady tent for most of the day.

I think my boys would have loved it today, so I'm planning on going back out there again.

A fun day of canoe racing at the Father's Day regatta, and so happy to spend a lovely day with my teammates at our awesome potluck BBQ.

A few hours later, I was back home chilling in the pool with my boys and getting things ready for a delicious Father's Day BBQ with my ohana.

Another truly fabulous weekend with a collection of memories all caught on camera. Captured moments to last a lifetime :) I am loving this life and my amazing family and friends to share it with.

Wishing you a great week ahead.

Love always,
Maile
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Volunteer

Blessings overflow when you live your life to serve others. A volunteer day to help individuals with special needs enjoy an amazing day on the ocean, their smiles were more a gift for me than the joy they were experiencing.

I am so grateful for this amazing life!

Life is an adventure! Make yours memorable!
Love always,
Maile
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