Hawai‘i Literature & Art
— Since 1978 —
Loke Swims Like Ka poʻe Moananuiākea Oceania’s people. Where do they come from? We’re all supposed to be one beeeg ʻohana. That’s what archaeologists say. Transported On the first wave Transported on the first broad current like seeds in the wind, scattering scattering. On the sinking islands of Moananuiākea. Loke ponders. Who were they? Who…
Once, walking through the forest where the Bayan Tree Plaza stands today, I stepped on a branch with a thorn so long and strong it penetrated the sole of my sneakers and drew much blood. Once, diving off a wooden bridge near the lighthouse at Hana, I came up stepping on an aged Wana, one…
Happy May to all of you. May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This reminds me of something that we don’t emphasize enough here in the Bamboo Shoots realm. We welcome writing in any language. If you choose to add an English translation as well, that will help you reach a wider audience…