There is hardly an uncle or aunty on the islands that has not heard of the ancient spirits that roam the islands and rule the night. Their supernatural tales instantly generate chicken skin and that sudden chill down your back. This is the mo’olelo of the Night Marchers. Night Marchers, or Hukai’pō, are armed warriors […]
Read MoreIf you’ve gone hiking around Hawai’i, then you might have come across a curious-looking plant with a beautiful, bright bloom. Locally known as ‘awapuhi or “shampoo ginger”, this plant originated in India and migrated through Polynesia before early settlers brought it to Hawai’i. Every single part of this plant was used in ancient Hawai’i from […]
Read MoreDreaming of Places Far, Far Away: New Coldwell Banker Data Shows High Rate of Out-of-State Searches By Athena Snow Fresh Coldwell Banker data from the Move Meter℠ reveals where Americans are dreaming of moving MADISON, N.J. (July 6, 2022) – This summer, as Americans enjoy their favorite activities to cool down, dreams of moving are […]
Read MoreWhether you love them or loathe them, it’s hard to imagine Independence Day without fireworks. From the first celebrations of our nation’s independence, fireworks have played a major part in the festivities, but our new country wasn’t the first to use “fireworks” in celebration of important events. In ancient times Hawaiian royalty would celebrate special […]
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