Notes About The Poem

I had the pleasure of living on Oahu for 3 years.

Lei

a lei
warmly undulates in the harbor,
scented blossoms in the surf,
welcoming each voyager
with frangipani, plumeria, shells and
haku mele. the ukulele and current
gently pulls with mellifluous undertow.
a garland aloha and hula hips
enhance each Polynesian hug
in passionate sunrise and sunset hues.

8/7/2018

haku mele — weaving a poetic text, chant, or song
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Ashley Avatar
August 7, 2018 at 9:42 PM
Oh how beautiful, Kim, the mood and the imagery is breathtaking.. best wishes for a win! ~Susan
Rodrigues Avatar
August 7, 2018 at 9:48 PM
Thank you, Susan! Hugs...Kim
Krutsinger Avatar
August 7, 2018 at 8:36 PM
I do not need Hawaii now, Kim because you just took me there in a lovely way too.
Rodrigues Avatar
August 7, 2018 at 9:15 PM
LOL! I need a vacation! Took a week off for second week of grandkids visit and a wedding. Now I’m tired! Phew...
Cunningham Avatar
August 7, 2018 at 7:54 PM
Lovely verse Kim and what a lovely experience living in such a Beautiful place. Good luck. Tomr
Rodrigues Avatar
August 7, 2018 at 7:59 PM
Thanks, Tom! Indeed a blessing from God! Extra fun in youthful exuberance and with kids. I wish they remembered it!
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