I live in Hawaii, where the native people have survived centuries of occupation by continuing their sacred cultural practices, their dance, music, and language. 

     The spirit of Aloha - the open-heartedness, respect, and generosity that is central to Hawaiian tradition - peacefully and powerfully infiltrates and influences the occupying culture to this day.

     All humans have indigenous roots. Our people once lived intimately with the Earth. The sacred was integral to daily life. We know who we are by remembering our ancestors, our source, our place in Nature.