"This blog started as a birthday present. You knew that though, didn't you?" To whom did I imagine my question would reach? Sitting to consider why I'd want to write, I give myself time to enjoy the cool air and pollen-free experience at the public library. Many avenues seem to be converging as I gather thoughts, questions and memories that inspire me. "We gather only those (things) that inspire us, " said the little Basque shaman woman. Angeles Arrien, has been a consistent guide for my personal exploration. Returning to this blog it's a time of reflection. Thirteen years ago the first piece of a present began to rite itself into what has become The Safety Pin Cafe. This story, has been medicine and continues to save my life from being meaningless.
So, once again who is it I'm hoping to engage?
E Lono, it is you I invoke with the keystrokes and intentions rising from my awakened na'au. It is you, Lono I write to now.
"Funny, you who have so diligently strokes the page with writing tools. You are calling on the "Environment" to witness your reflections?”
I think I may be doing just that, but I'm not sure. Let me breathe that uncertainty in and release it. Yes, Lono i ka wai, I do call on you since all these writing tools connect with the Internet, and all the Internet require your space -- the Environment.
My seat is now under the outstretched arms of the Alder Forest here on Ke Kuapa where we live with Luna, the Golden Doodle and her mom, Hopi. We’ve just eaten Chicken and Long Rice with yummy veggies from the earth and ocean. Above us , you Lono gather moisture rich clouds. Rain, Hahai no ka us I ka ulu la’au. Plant a forest and the rain comes. Share purpose with others and transform the world.
You see where I’m going with this e Lonomakua? With each and everyday I am becoming more pono in every way. Truth telling began with the story that was mythic in a cafe I imagined into being. That kaao, is this ongoing lived experience.
E Lono
E Lono noho I ka Wai…
