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Leis of the Islands

Leis of the Islands
Certain plants and flowers became associated with different islands due to abundance or special meanings. In 1923 Hawaii's Territorial Legislature adopted "Na Lei 'o Hawaii" designating each island an official lei and color. Oahu was given the yellow ilima, Maui was given the pink rose lei or loke, the big island of Hawaii was given…
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The Meaning of a Flower in a Woman’s Hair

The Meaning of a Flower in a Woman’s Hair
Flowers are beautiful to look at, but did you know they can have a deeper meaning? They can hold memories of love from family and friends, and they can also hold memories for those they've lost. When a girl wears a flower in her hair, it can mean many things. Whether friendship, family,or a significant…
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Hula in Hawaii

Hula in Hawaii
You can see it. The iconic image of a hula girl swaying her hips in a grass skirt. While that vision of the modern hula (hula auana) is based in truth, hula is so much more to the people of Hawaii. This uniquely Hawaiian dance accompanied by chant or song is a way Native Hawaiians…
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Great Ideas for Hawaiian Leis

Great Ideas for Hawaiian Leis
Feeling crafty? Are you not sure what to do with the Hawaiian lei that you’ve had for years but, its so pretty you don’t want to get rid of it? Make a cute accessory with it! Its fun, easy and you only need a few materials… You'll Need: Fabric Hawaiian Lei Scissors Needle Thread Clear…
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