Passed on the UH football game tonight to see my former student star in a local stage production of “High School Musical.” It was held at the Richardson Theatre.
Jana landed the lead role of Gabriella and did an amazing job. I was so proud of her! She is a brilliant singer and actress. I absolutely enjoyed the play! Please read some of the rave reviews below….
After the show, I was able to catch up with her family and a few former teachers from Kapolei. It was a wonderful evening….
Good news! Dad’s home now. (Not to alarm any of my relatives, but….) Dad had to go in for surgery last Saturday. He is now resting at home.
Great news! The incredible news is that dad received the Lord on the morning of his surgery. This was an answer to a prayer that I had been praying for over 20 years. God is so good!
Sometimes I take Tris & Ana on outings after church. We had a blast today! After service, we drove down to Hale’iwa and had lunch at Cholo’s Homestyle Mexican Restaurant. We then trucked it across the island to Kualoa Ranch to ride ATVs. We were able to ride deep into the valley and up the mountain, overlooking the ocean. We had great weather and a great time. At the end, we were covered with dirt from head to toe. Too fun….
Gah!! My computer died! We had a one-second blackout in Waikele, and my computer got fried (even with an APC surge supressor….) It feels like I lost my big toe or something.
This is not just an “ordinary” computer. This is the Power Mac G4 Cube, which is the coolest computer Apple ever built. It was produced and distributed for only one year, 2000. It was discontinued because Apple released the ugly G4 Tower at the same time, with a Zip Drive, and at a lower price.
Now I’m not emotionally attached to this acrylic beauty. It’s just that I was able to make a bunch of neat things on it. This computer really added value to my life. I am at a lost….
Hey, did somebody say MacBook Air? Hmm….
Receiving my 5th year service award from the Kamehameha Schools marks somewhat of a milestone in my life. At the very least, it offers me the opportunity to reflect and be thankful. Here is what comes to mind….
• Growth. I have learned a lot about teaching and learning from being a “participant” and a “contributor” in a wonderful school environment. I have learned about excellence. • Relationships. I have been blessed with the best team to work with. I have also made many good friends at all three island campuses. • Culture. I have come to embrace the Hawaiian culture, as well as the culture of the Kamehameha Schools. You become a part of a network, an ‘ohana. • Travel. I have been able to visit New Orleans, Philadelphia, New York, and even Hana, Maui! • Worship. I have been blessed to have participated in chapel services as well in leading students in worship. • Tradition. It is a privilege to take part in many of the events and ceremonies. Founder’s Day, Song Contest, and Ho’olaule’a are just a few. Even sporting events have a proud tradition here. Yesterday, I stood in the exact center of Keku Gym with the entire student body around me as they sang the alma mater. • Finally, the students. For me, it is the students who provide the memories and make my life here so rich. There are countless moments that I am forever grateful for….
Alan Tamayose 