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How Moana can Teach us How to Keep our Ancestors Stories alive

My name Melia comes from a very long middle name “Puameliaaala.”  It is a family tradition to give each child a Hawaiian middle name since my dad is half Hawaiian and Italian.  My siblings and I have carried that tradition down to our children.  Names are very important to Hawaiians.  It is believed that one becomes the meaning of…

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Family History for Busy Parents

Finding time to have to myself seems like such a luxury, with 5 children ages 18 months to 13 years old running around demanding my attention. If I have a moment alone, usually that only happens when their eyes are closed for the night, I consider what I do very carefully.  Now, don’t get me wrong.  I love a…

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Family History for Kids Lesson 2

There is a Chinese proverb that says, “One Picture Worth Ten Thousand Words.”  I was a professional photographer for over decade.  As I have captured images of once-in-a-lifetime events, family portraits, newborns and near the end of life, I can say that this Chinese proverb rings true to me.  Through pictures we can tell a story that can’t be duplicated…

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Family History Binders for Kids

Helping to get your children excited to learn about their family might be challenging but with these fun lessons it will be a breeze.   Lesson 1:  The Family Start by sharing this fun video about families.   Teach:  Teach your children about what a family is by asking them a few questions: “What is a family?” “Why are families…

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