Look to the east just after sunset in mid- November. Do you see a cluster of stars rising above the three of Orion's belt? Those are the Pleiades. Hawaiians call them Makali'i. This marks the Hawaiian New Year and a four-month long festival called Makahiki. A Story -...
it’s not really how well you dance hula, but how much you embrace the Hawaiian culture and participate in it that enhances your life, enriches your soul and raises you to a different level.” — Kumu Hula Kēhau Chrisman Look for the glee on my face and heartfelt...
Flowing with graceful dance, ukelele music, beautiful dresses, flower adornments - all expressing the Aloha spirit of love, beauty and generous hospitality. That's what I love about authentic Hawai'ian Hula. Enjoy the beauty of these performances at the Aloha Festival...
Rising beyond the limitations of your mind for the highest consciousness can have a big impact. People ask Shanti: Why are you so happy? You have to have a reason! It is beyond most people to be happy for no reason. Shanti shares how she is happy for no reason. She...
Thank you to the voters of the Verde Valley for making me your choice this year! The Official Community Choice Awards of Kudos, the Verde Independent and Camp Verde Bugle are voted every year. This is the eighth year that voters chose me Verde Valley's Best...
Wonderful Winter Solstice Blessed Bodhi Day Happy Hanukkah Merry Mawlid an Nabi Cool Yule Zippy Zarathosht Diso Good Gantan-sai Merry Christmas We live in a diverse world, and I see beauty in all of it. Whatever holiday you celebrate, I wish you peace, love and...
The year just keeps getting better. Daughter now makes family Thanksgiving feast. Not quite what I was planning. I answer to the name of mom. These are six-word stories. “The constraint of the six-word form helps us get to the essence of what matters most,” says...
Let there be Peace on Earth . . . and let it begin with me . . . You know the adage: be the change you want to see. That translates to: be the peace you want to see. How? Register here for this free masterclass to discover how to "Live in Peace Now" Invite you...
. . . created by children from around the world who are using the Big Life Journal resources to develop a growth and resilient mindset so they can face life’s challenges with confidence! Remember: You are unique. There is no one like you. Not everybody will...