Haliʻa

—A sudden remembrance, or memory, especially of a loved one; a fond recollection; or premonition.

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“In a world that is ever changing, the recollection of people dear to our hearts brings comfort and stability. I ke onaona o ka lei pīkake ka haliʻaaloha o kuʻu māmā. (The fragrance of a pīkake lei brings cherished memories of my mother).”

Kathleen Kaleimomi Ballesteros, Academic Support Specialist, Poʻi Nā Nalu Native Hawaiian Career & Technical Education Program, Honolulu Community College

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