Kung Hei Fat Choy!

I woke up to rain and all I could think was, this is a perfect welcome to the Water Snake year!

Hawaiian showers are always blessings! The Dragon year definitely caused so much transformation in so many areas of my life. The shift in that energy sent me into so many new directions.

This first day of the Water Snake feels so much calmer and I feel I am ready to just allow this energy to help move me easily and almost effortlessly into abundance in every area of my life!

Wishing everyone great success and a prosperous new year!

KUNG HEI FAT CHOY! Happy Lunar New Year! May Your Happiness Be Without Limit!

Love and Aloha,
Maile

Traditions

In Hawaii and elsewhere, many traditions are celebrated in much the same way. With the upcoming festivities of my nephew's first birthday it reminds me of so many baby luau's I have attended and have hosted.

Children are our gift to this world, being the next caretakers of this planet and will be the leaders in our society. We celebrate their first year of life with a big celebration.

Speaking of celebrations, we are so lucky to live in Hawaii and our amazing melting pot of culture has made our luau's and other traditional celebrations very interesting and delicious.

Island favorites are always present and the mixing of favorite ethnic dishes add such tempting bites, it's hard to walk away from a buffet without a little sample of each.

On the menu for this occasion, I have no idea. Probably noodles to celebrate my nephews Chinese heritage, wishing him a long life. Undagi for his Okinawan heritage, because it's a family favorite. Traditional roast pork, maybe chicken, or fish are all great options. And the birthday cake! Yum!

Planning this event is a big undertaking, with invitations, decorations, entertainment, renting a large party space and all the food; it's very similar to planning a wedding. Months of preparation to celebrate this first major milestone and the chance for all the family and friends to meet the newest family member. I look forward to celebrating every special occasion with my family and friends and send my happiest wishes to everyone who is celebrating wonderful milestones in your life.

Enjoy each day! This life journey shouldn't always be about what lessons you are learning, but enjoying every step. I've been celebrating all day- It's Aloha Friday! And even better the first day of a great weekend!

Happy weekend wishes!
Love and Aloha,
Maile

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Lol...so funny what you can find on the Internet ...I didn't even have to photoshop his name on a birthday cake ;)

Insomnia why???

A night of tossing and turning...first I was to cold, then to hot, and then cold again, then I have to get up and go to the bathroom, even tho I wanted to just wait until morning, ugh!

My mind seemed to race with every conceivable thought as soon as my head hit the pillow. Of course, I had things I could have taken to fall asleep, but they all required more liquid in my system.

Alright, its morning and now I can't remember any of the amazing things I was trying to not think about as I was trying to sleep. Lol! This life is so weird sometimes! Thankful it's Wednesday. Even more grateful for every hour of precious rest I think I may have gotten ;)

Smiles for your day! I will need them ;)

Aloha nui loa,
Maile


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Courage!

I'm not always brave! But I know that to achieve my goals and dreams, I need to do something scary! I had to step out of my comfort zone.

Hoping for the best. I'm trusting my gut instincts, which has sent me in some crazy directions, but always always paid off.

To be successful, sometimes we have to take risks. At least that is what it feels like when I try something new. But really, when I look back, it was never anything I couldn't handle, and I grew from the experience, and that made it worth it.

I wish you courage and bravery in your own life.

All my love,
Maile

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Champions

Aloha friends,
It is turning out to be a lovely lazy Sunday! I'm looking forward to playing with my kids, laughing with my ohana and watching a little football.

I'm not a big NFL fan, but as my son plays football and we have been UH football season ticket holders for a while now, I definitely know this game well.

Both teams are already winners proving their skill all season got them to the Super Bowl. We can all take inspiration from these champions.

Just do your best Always! Everyday you will be better than the last. I will always cheer for you. Sending love always.

Aloha,
Maile

Live! Breathe! Enjoy!

I love this quote! I set it as my wallpaper on my iPhone to help remind myself to always live, breathe, taste, and enjoy every moment in my journey.

Hoping to just make each day better than yesterday. To improve myself and live to inspire others, to serve others, to always send love. I never judge, I can only send love. Wishing peace and harmony in our world by living it in my own life.

Blessings always <3

Love and aloha,
Maile

Best Friends Forever

I heard the most beautiful story from my Kumu Aunty Donna last night...

An old Hawaiian man who lived in her neighborhood, once told her father about the puakinikini growing in her yard, at the time it was only a tiny shrub. The man said to plant another puakinikini plant next to it, it needs a friend to talk to. So they did and it didn't take long for these tiny shrubs to grow into strong trees.

We all need friends to support us and encourage us in our lives. You can never have enough friends.

I'm am so grateful for all my amazing friends and family, I am always blessed to make new friends.

Love always,
Maile