EARLY PLANTATION LIFE

EARLY PLANTATION LIFE

Camp 39 was located in central Oahu about a mile northeast of Kamehameha Highway just where it descends into Kipapa Gulch.  The camp had mango trees, avocado trees, banana trees and other fruits planted by the plantation camp builders.  There was ample space between...
Journal

Journal

I’m writing this journal as a gift to my children and grandchildren and as a launching point for our sharingfamilytime.com. I have set three goals to achieve for our venture. The first would be to establish a strong sense of Community & Pride in my former home...
FATHER’S DAY

FATHER’S DAY

What is the most dominant remembrance of your Father? There are certainly a wide variety of choices, but the most prominent for me is my dad’s cooking. He was very adept at cooking….specializing in Filipino Cuisine. Yes, he is of Filipino descent. I will be using my...
IMMIGRATION

IMMIGRATION

What’s happening at our borders with the massive uncontrolled influx of migrants from various countries and nations brings great concerns and ire from the majority of citizens of the USA. I am an immigrant from the Philippines who immigrated to the United States in...
Memorial Service Blog #2

Memorial Service Blog #2

Sharing family time comes in various forms. Some are happy and exciting, some are lowkey and relaxing, and some may stem from a difficult and sad event. However, all have the possibility of creating a wonderful time of sharing. Today was a Memorial Service for my...