Editor's Note April 2022

Aloha Community,

Happy spring! Spring is a time of change, when everything is blooming and growing, unfolding after winter. Spring is the season when the earth begins to warm, but the heat of summer has not yet begun. Spring is the season of hope. Many of us have lost loved ones recently; let us remember that their presence lingers forever in our hearts and memories—adorning us like a fragrant lei. They are watching over us still. Their presence is carried in our hearts and in the beauty surrounding us.

There is an East Maui rain called Uahānaipua—the rain that nurtures the blossoms. This spring, be nurtured by this beauty, and don’t be afraid to try something new! Step past your boundaries and you might surprise yourself. Just like the flowers, let yourself bloom.

I am proud to introduce the second issue of Pō‘ai Pili, the Kaupō Community Newsletter! The main focus of this issue is Nu‘u, one of Kaupō’s wahi pana, and the unseen history contained there. Other than this, you will find the usual things—updates on the community, announcements from residents, and much more.

Until next time!

Kamalama Mick

Pō‘ai Pili Editor

Kamalama Mick

Kamalama Mick lives in Kaupō and is the editor of Pō‘ai Pili—the Kaupō Community Newsletter. She is the daughter of Kauwila Hanchett and Adam Kahualaulani Mick and the granddaughter of Mike and Carla Hanchett. In her spare time, she enjoys writing, art, and photography. Contact her at poaipili@gmail.com.

This spring, be nurtured by the beauty around us and don’t be afraid to try something new. Step past your boundaries...let yourself bloom.