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Tanka --- 2025 January 02

Hawaii fireworks still deadly and maim for life like annual debates Hawaiian language council argues o'er Kona coffee

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Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/3/2025 12:23:00 PM

In the end, a bit humorous! I love the movie, “The Descendants,” with George Clooney, a great story of family, grief, Hawaii. I’ve watched a few time…now I want to watch again! Hugs and Happy New Year (to a healthy one), dear William!

Hilo Poet
Date: 1/3/2025 12:43:00 PM

A sadden kerfuffle that spins like that between a 45 rpm or 1945. We'll see when the 4th of July rounds about, Kim. Mahalo~William

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/3/2025 10:40:00 AM

I enjoyed reading this write. What a picture. Fireworks can be deadly. I heard about the bad one in Hawaii. Stay safe... Have A Blessed New Year 2025 writing away.................

Hilo Poet
Date: 1/3/2025 10:54:00 AM

Sad that New Years Day usually involves some sort of alcohol. Mahalo for your sharing, Paula. Aloha~William

Deb M

Date: 1/3/2025 3:58:00 AM

hats very scary Hilo…..l love the last line ‘argues o’er Kona coffee’ that says it all! Perhaps you should post this poem to them! Ha…..Debx

Hilo Poet
Date: 1/3/2025 5:23:00 AM

Hawaii's version of tea time at the round table when 4th of July 2025 comes about--ugh! Mahalo, Deb for your thought-filled sharing. Aloha~William