HE PUKO'A KANI 'AINA
A coral reef that grows into an island.
A person beginning in a small way gains steadily until he/she becomes firmly established.
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| We brought young coconut meat to share |
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| with the two Calyx hens |
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| Then Pete and I walked to the Vet's Garden |
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| We said Pule Ho'ulu'ulu together in the garden with the plants, introducing ourselves and giving thanks in Hawaiian |
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| Laukahi Plantain or White Man's Footstep thrive in the dry and loamy grounds of The Prairie Front. We came to ask if they would permit the company of other plants we have in mind. We wait for their answer. |
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| Back in the Subaru, my traveling companion, the La'i enjoyed a drink of rain the night before. We're heading to the 'classroom' space for our noon gathering. |
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| We set the table with soup and fruit and read the Thanksgiving Address to each other and for all plant, bird, tree, sky, company who were there at The Prairie Front |
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| "Standing around us we see all the Trees. The Earth has many families of Trees who each have their own instructions and uses. Some provide shelter and shade, others fruit and beauty and many useful gifts. The Maple is the leader of the trees, to recognize its gift of sugar when the People need it most. Many peoples of the world recognize a Tree as a symbol of peace and strength. With one mind we greet and thank the Tree life. Now our minds are one." The Words That Come Before All Else Onandaga Nation "Thanksgiving Address" |
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| We played a game of HULO! to build our Hawaiian vocabulary. These are the words I made using the wooden alphabet tiles. |
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