This morning, we were very fortunate to make pilina and welcome `Anakala Wally Wong, Watch Captain for the Hokulea voyage from Samoa to Aotearoa.  `Anakala Wally did an oli kahea and our keiki replied with our kula’s oli komo and a mele.

`Anakala Wally shared information about his life and his role on the Hokulea, what it takes to get ready for the voyage (lots of exercise and healthy eating, observing stars, taking care of kuleana at home), how long he will be away from his ‘ohana, and the different stops he will make on his way.

We look forward to making connections through uncle as he travels to Tonga, Kermadec and Aotearoa.  He is also taking with him a picture or our two papa `ekahi class and will “take us” with him everywhere he goes.  We are so excited to journey with him.

Mahalo nui to Polynesian Voyaging Spciety and ‘Anakala Wally for sharing with our haumana before your voyage! The keiki are looking forward to connecting with you and the rest of the crew on your voyage and upon your return. We wish you a safe journey and Godspeed. Ke Akua pu a hui hou kakou.