I love public radio. I was addicted to it in the Bay Area. I'm not quite as enamored with the Public Radio that we get in Hilo; because it is heavy on classical music and short on news, interviews and talk shows. Still all the same, the commercial airwaves contain such slanted propaganda and lack the researched reporting to educate the public to be able to mull over complex questions generally. Public Radio news in the mornings and evenings is my only reliable source for balanced and in-depth reporting on daily news. (We're off-grid and have no access to Cable TV and even broadcast television is limited from our home.) The Hawaii Tribune Herald came out in this last election exclusively endorsing a full Republican slate. They failed to report the Primary Congressional Candidate Forum held at the Palace Theater in Hilo this fall in 2006; and they gave the 2002 President Bill Clinton visit in Hilo a small front page space compared to same day a full two page interview spread for republican Linda Lingle. Therefore, I have concluded that they are unreliable for fairness in political news coverage for reporting the "day-after" news. (I still subsribe to the Trib, I read it daily, and I in fact advertise in the Trib., but I know they leave out a lot of news that I consider essential.) I believe the citizens of Hawaii--especially East Hawaii on the Big Island would be severely harmed if we lost Public Radio news here.
That is why the Dec. 27, 2006 report by Chad Blair concerns me greatly. He is saying that the Automatic Renewal of our Hawaii Public Radio Station is no longer secure. Per a new move by the DCCA, it will now be competing with big commercial radio stations. To me Public Radio access is sacred and should not have to 'compete' on the same playing field with big corporate interests. If you share my concern, I urge you to listen to Chad Blair's report on: www.hawaiipublicradio.org/blair/cb1.htm If you believe as I do, that this is something to be concerned about, I urge you contact your Hawaii government representatives immediately and voice or pen your concerns. We don't want to wait until it is too late.
Thursday, December 28, 2006
New Years Eve in Hilo at Nichols' New Restaurant
The new restaurant owned by Rhonda and Kevin Nichols (of Nichols Public House in Hilo) is scheduled to hold a special New Years Eve Party at their new "Emerald Orchid Restaurant" at 168 Keawe Street in Hilo. The Joe Battery Band is playing with Davina as their singer. My daughter has been going to school with Davina. This gorgeous Hilo 13 year old has a voice that will knock your socks off. Come and see Rhonda and Kevin's great new space where they can rock out a bit more and still offer wonderful food and ambiance. I'm confident this place will be amazing, based on what they did with Nichols Public House down the street. Wishing them even more success in this completely commercial location near to Subway Sandwiches on Keawe Street. Tickets to this grand New Year's Party are $25 per person at the door, and comes with a
Belly Dancer show, Pupu's, Champagne Toast, one additional drink, party favors and rock and pop music with the Joe Battery Band and Davina! Music starts at 9pm!
Belly Dancer show, Pupu's, Champagne Toast, one additional drink, party favors and rock and pop music with the Joe Battery Band and Davina! Music starts at 9pm!
New Years Eve in Volcano hosted by Jason Scott Lee!
If you haven't been to Ulua Theater in Volcano Village yet--you should come discover this amazing secret. Famous actor, Jason Scott Lee, has built this incredible and intimate theater space in the woods. I've admired his work since I first saw him in the film "Jungle Book" and his work on stage and in film, just seems to keep getting more complex and interesting. It would be a cool place to bring in the New Year with Jason and his friends:
NEW YEARS EVE
Stand Up & Groove
Tell Your Story
Bolo's fusion slack key music
with Kealoha's Slam Poetry
lyrical consciousness and a performance piece by
Bolo, Kealoha, and Jason Scott Lee
with Special Guests
Tickets at the door $7 Show 7-9pm 808 990-2656
Kanikaplia afterwords B.Y.O.B No fireworks please
http://www.ulua.org/
http://www.kealohapoetry.com/
http://www.youtube.com/ search "bolo fusion" for a taste of what's to come.
NEW YEARS EVE
Stand Up & Groove
Tell Your Story
Bolo's fusion slack key music
with Kealoha's Slam Poetry
lyrical consciousness and a performance piece by
Bolo, Kealoha, and Jason Scott Lee
with Special Guests
Tickets at the door $7 Show 7-9pm 808 990-2656
Kanikaplia afterwords B.Y.O.B No fireworks please
http://www.ulua.org/
http://www.kealohapoetry.com/
http://www.youtube.com/ search "bolo fusion" for a taste of what's to come.
Tuesday, December 26, 2006
Fascinating Hilo Houses
MLS185154 Waikea Homesteads on 2.08 Acres "2nd Home to be built has okay from County" as an Ohana Dwelling! I'm told. Already big with 4B/4.5B
This modern, spacious home with cathedral ceiling, a huge covered barbecue area and a separate living space under one roof, is apparently approved to build a second dwelling on the rise on the back side of the lot. Ocean views look possible from there. Even just as it is; this is an exceptional property which could easily accommodate a couple horses. Very picturesque and convenient in Hilo. This is a Hilo Brokers, Ltd. listing and I would be pleased to assist you with this purchase. Listed at $579,000
MLS 183790 Kaumana City 1 acre 4Bedroom/4Bathroom Two structures. Very spacious front house has 1,838 sq ft. living area. Huge living room. Back cottage is unpermitted. Buy it, permit the back cottage and you could have a family compound close to Hilo; or perhaps a rental income to off-set your mortgage payment. List price is $615,000. This is not a Hilo Brokers listing. Call me if you would like to see this. 808 960-8826.
MLS 186917 Awesome Kauman City house on 2.5 Acres of land. Incredible views of Hilo. FIVE BEDROOM/FIVE BATHROOM!! Hilo doesn't normally have huge houses like this one available. Classy and close to town. Nice cool elevation. Seldom cold. Modern and spacious with cathedral ceilings, and a beautiful lanai overlooking Hilo Bay. Two story. Listed by another agency at $1,199,000. I would be happy to help you look at this home and others like it.
MLS183649 Hele Mauna Street just upper Hilo town, off Kaumana Drive small narrow 10,944 sq ft of land is perfectly positioned to take huge advantage of the Hilo Bay View. This two story is linear and basking in natural light. Wrap around lanai. A Hilo Brokers, Ltd. listing at $637,500. Call me if you would like to take a look at this 3 Bedroom/2.5 Bathroom home.
MLS 188564 Apoke Street in Hilo, Ainako Neighborhood above the hospital. 3Bed/2Bath on 17,279sq ft of land with an additional cottage which is not yet permitted. The County of Hawaii is encouraging you to permit an unpermitted structure. They have put a moretorium on permit penalities if you are forthcoming and correct what needs to be corrected to bring it 'to code.' Listed at $415,000 by another brokerage. Let me show this to you.
MLS 186277 Hidden corner in upper Hilo off Waianuenue Ave. 2Bedroom/1.5 Bathroom on 4.13 Acres of Land. "In the country, in the city" This is a fairly new house, built by two visionaries who have put a lot of love, determination, and thoughtfulness into designing the inside and outside. High, high ceilings and sunlight and privacy. This place is tucked away. You have to pass a neighboring mansion that is in poor condition and looks ready for a movie set. If you can get past that emotional barrier--you will be proud to own one of Hilo's premier secret homes. Listed by another brokerage house at $749,000. You do have to see this one; and I am just the gal to show it to you!
This modern, spacious home with cathedral ceiling, a huge covered barbecue area and a separate living space under one roof, is apparently approved to build a second dwelling on the rise on the back side of the lot. Ocean views look possible from there. Even just as it is; this is an exceptional property which could easily accommodate a couple horses. Very picturesque and convenient in Hilo. This is a Hilo Brokers, Ltd. listing and I would be pleased to assist you with this purchase. Listed at $579,000
MLS 183790 Kaumana City 1 acre 4Bedroom/4Bathroom Two structures. Very spacious front house has 1,838 sq ft. living area. Huge living room. Back cottage is unpermitted. Buy it, permit the back cottage and you could have a family compound close to Hilo; or perhaps a rental income to off-set your mortgage payment. List price is $615,000. This is not a Hilo Brokers listing. Call me if you would like to see this. 808 960-8826.
MLS 186917 Awesome Kauman City house on 2.5 Acres of land. Incredible views of Hilo. FIVE BEDROOM/FIVE BATHROOM!! Hilo doesn't normally have huge houses like this one available. Classy and close to town. Nice cool elevation. Seldom cold. Modern and spacious with cathedral ceilings, and a beautiful lanai overlooking Hilo Bay. Two story. Listed by another agency at $1,199,000. I would be happy to help you look at this home and others like it.
MLS183649 Hele Mauna Street just upper Hilo town, off Kaumana Drive small narrow 10,944 sq ft of land is perfectly positioned to take huge advantage of the Hilo Bay View. This two story is linear and basking in natural light. Wrap around lanai. A Hilo Brokers, Ltd. listing at $637,500. Call me if you would like to take a look at this 3 Bedroom/2.5 Bathroom home.
MLS 188564 Apoke Street in Hilo, Ainako Neighborhood above the hospital. 3Bed/2Bath on 17,279sq ft of land with an additional cottage which is not yet permitted. The County of Hawaii is encouraging you to permit an unpermitted structure. They have put a moretorium on permit penalities if you are forthcoming and correct what needs to be corrected to bring it 'to code.' Listed at $415,000 by another brokerage. Let me show this to you.
MLS 186277 Hidden corner in upper Hilo off Waianuenue Ave. 2Bedroom/1.5 Bathroom on 4.13 Acres of Land. "In the country, in the city" This is a fairly new house, built by two visionaries who have put a lot of love, determination, and thoughtfulness into designing the inside and outside. High, high ceilings and sunlight and privacy. This place is tucked away. You have to pass a neighboring mansion that is in poor condition and looks ready for a movie set. If you can get past that emotional barrier--you will be proud to own one of Hilo's premier secret homes. Listed by another brokerage house at $749,000. You do have to see this one; and I am just the gal to show it to you!
Friday, December 22, 2006
Some East Side Classes January 2007
Jan. 2, 2007 KEIKI ACTIVITIES at HAWAIIAN BEACHES...Where-Hawaiian Beaches Park. When-Starts Tuesday, Jan. 2 Details: The county Recreation Div. at Hawaiian Beaches Parks is offering a variety of arts and crafts activities for children, such as Valentine craft, spring craft, wood top craft, handerchief parachute and ink stamp cards. For more info call Alana Hindle, 965-2703, Monday-Thurs. 1pm to 7pm.
Jan 9 - Feb 13, 2007 ACTING FOR TEENS East Hawaiian Cultural Center 3:30pm to 5:30pm Mondays. Kate Viehl, Michigan State U. theater arts assist. prof. with 30 years of theater teaching exp., will lead an acting workshp for ages 13 to 17 yrs. to develop skill necessary for successful auditions and performance. For beginners and experienced performers; the class will include voice, movement, self confidence development, creative thinking and discipline. Veihl will utilize TV/video and film. Six classes $120 or $100 for EHCC members. Call Margaret 935-9085, arts@ehcc.org, www.ehcc.org.
Jan 10 - May 29, 2007 LEARN TO SALSA Center Stage Dance Studio 7 to 8pm Wednesdays, Learn Salsa with Sarah A. in this beginning class. Fun moves you can try out when you go dancing. Sarah is a former Latin competitor. Call Pier Sircello 990-7163 or email pier@centerstagehilo.com, www.centerstagehilo.com
Jan 9 - Feb 13, 2007 ACTING FOR TEENS East Hawaiian Cultural Center 3:30pm to 5:30pm Mondays. Kate Viehl, Michigan State U. theater arts assist. prof. with 30 years of theater teaching exp., will lead an acting workshp for ages 13 to 17 yrs. to develop skill necessary for successful auditions and performance. For beginners and experienced performers; the class will include voice, movement, self confidence development, creative thinking and discipline. Veihl will utilize TV/video and film. Six classes $120 or $100 for EHCC members. Call Margaret 935-9085, arts@ehcc.org, www.ehcc.org.
Jan 10 - May 29, 2007 LEARN TO SALSA Center Stage Dance Studio 7 to 8pm Wednesdays, Learn Salsa with Sarah A. in this beginning class. Fun moves you can try out when you go dancing. Sarah is a former Latin competitor. Call Pier Sircello 990-7163 or email pier@centerstagehilo.com, www.centerstagehilo.com
More Homes & Retreat Centers on Hamakua Coast, Big Island of Hawaii
MLS 185065 Kihalani Homesteads near Laupahoehoe Built 1994 Half Acre+ 3Bed/2Bath
I have not seen this property personally yet, but it looks awesome on the MLS with Ocean and
Mountain Views, vaulted ceilings. Laupahoehoe has an interesting mix of 'old-timers' and new folks from the mainland who cherish this place and the small town atmosphere. The home is
listed showing 1,240 square foot living area with a price of $529,000. Listed by another brokerage house. May I help you see this beautiful home?
MLS 178705 !!OCEAN FRONT!! Near Laupahoehoe on the Hamakua Coast Built 1951 Lot is
17,864 sq foot with a 3Bedroom/2 Bathroom home. Revive this old Plantation Home with this awesome view or start over... Ocean Front properties are like hens teeth on the Big Island. This one is located near wonderful Laupahoehoe town. See description above. Property is listed by another brokerage at $625,000. Let's go check this out together!
MLS 184148 "OLD JODO MISSION at Laupahoehoe Point" Built in 1899 Lot is 30,710sq ft.
3Bedroom/2Bathroom with 3,072 sq ft living space. Absolutely awesome and elegant antique with 12' ceilings, an ocean view, and a very good vibe. I don't know what it is exactly, but this place just makes me feel wonderful when I walk around. I'm proud of the love and care the current owners have put into restoring this building. It's expensive; true. But there is really nothing like it. I think this would make an amazing retreat center, spiritual center or gathering spot. The ocean is walking distance away and the property has avacado, starfruit, lemon, orange, lychee, pinapple and cocoa. If you've always dreamt of owning this type of place--here it is! Again, this is listed by another brokerage house (darn it), but I would be very proud to represent you in considering it for purchase! Listed at $1,300,000...
MLS 184589 Retreat Property above Laupahoehoe Built in 1990 The lot is 13.84 Acres bordering a stream with a big Waterfall and awesome Ocean & Mountain Views. Huge living area of 4,160sq ft shows only officially 1Bedroom/1Bathroom. This place is a bit different. The main house is shaped like a huge, beaufitul barn with plenty of space for a ho-down on the first floor. The owners reside upstairs in the other huge space. Very open and hard to describe. If you are into the unusual and need room to move or store big projects, this might be just the spot. I like the little open-air cottage down by the waterfall. This could be the beginnings of a great Retreat Center, I think.... Listed at $1,484,000. I would be interested in how this other brokerage came up with that exact figure. If you're curious, I would be happy to help you check it out!
Our Hamakua Coast is generally a little pricey, because it is incredible. Brilliant blue ocean views are found all over the place, because the rolling farmland topography spills towards the sea cliffs. The tall grasses and old cane fields offer up a range of greens, glistening to gold in the late afternoon sunshine. The place has a bad rap as rainy. That's only half true, in my opinion. During the daytime I believe it is sunny more than it rains--almost all year. The people here are authentic. Sensative to nature generally, and tend to believe in raising children to value work, the family and farming. It's kamaina, old-style, precious Hawaii.
I have not seen this property personally yet, but it looks awesome on the MLS with Ocean and
Mountain Views, vaulted ceilings. Laupahoehoe has an interesting mix of 'old-timers' and new folks from the mainland who cherish this place and the small town atmosphere. The home is
listed showing 1,240 square foot living area with a price of $529,000. Listed by another brokerage house. May I help you see this beautiful home?
MLS 178705 !!OCEAN FRONT!! Near Laupahoehoe on the Hamakua Coast Built 1951 Lot is
17,864 sq foot with a 3Bedroom/2 Bathroom home. Revive this old Plantation Home with this awesome view or start over... Ocean Front properties are like hens teeth on the Big Island. This one is located near wonderful Laupahoehoe town. See description above. Property is listed by another brokerage at $625,000. Let's go check this out together!
MLS 184148 "OLD JODO MISSION at Laupahoehoe Point" Built in 1899 Lot is 30,710sq ft.
3Bedroom/2Bathroom with 3,072 sq ft living space. Absolutely awesome and elegant antique with 12' ceilings, an ocean view, and a very good vibe. I don't know what it is exactly, but this place just makes me feel wonderful when I walk around. I'm proud of the love and care the current owners have put into restoring this building. It's expensive; true. But there is really nothing like it. I think this would make an amazing retreat center, spiritual center or gathering spot. The ocean is walking distance away and the property has avacado, starfruit, lemon, orange, lychee, pinapple and cocoa. If you've always dreamt of owning this type of place--here it is! Again, this is listed by another brokerage house (darn it), but I would be very proud to represent you in considering it for purchase! Listed at $1,300,000...
MLS 184589 Retreat Property above Laupahoehoe Built in 1990 The lot is 13.84 Acres bordering a stream with a big Waterfall and awesome Ocean & Mountain Views. Huge living area of 4,160sq ft shows only officially 1Bedroom/1Bathroom. This place is a bit different. The main house is shaped like a huge, beaufitul barn with plenty of space for a ho-down on the first floor. The owners reside upstairs in the other huge space. Very open and hard to describe. If you are into the unusual and need room to move or store big projects, this might be just the spot. I like the little open-air cottage down by the waterfall. This could be the beginnings of a great Retreat Center, I think.... Listed at $1,484,000. I would be interested in how this other brokerage came up with that exact figure. If you're curious, I would be happy to help you check it out!
Our Hamakua Coast is generally a little pricey, because it is incredible. Brilliant blue ocean views are found all over the place, because the rolling farmland topography spills towards the sea cliffs. The tall grasses and old cane fields offer up a range of greens, glistening to gold in the late afternoon sunshine. The place has a bad rap as rainy. That's only half true, in my opinion. During the daytime I believe it is sunny more than it rains--almost all year. The people here are authentic. Sensative to nature generally, and tend to believe in raising children to value work, the family and farming. It's kamaina, old-style, precious Hawaii.
Homes and Retreat Centers on the Hamakua Coast
As a REALTOR Salesperson with Hilo Brokers, Ltd. in Hilo, Hawaii, I am blessed to be able to go exploring around the Big Island all the time, and preview really wonderful properties for my clients. To be honest, I see some really horrible ones occassionally, as well. But I'm not going to talk about those. Not on the internet anyway. Instead, I would like to take this opportunity to tell the world about active listings on the day of this posting on properties that I find very intrigueing. This forum allows me to review properties that are actually listed by brokerages, other than my own. Just because I herald a particular property, doesn't mean that I know all about it; and no properties are without flaws. Allow me for now to highlight just the positives. If you find some things in this list which you would like to investigate further, I hope you will fetch me up! (See www.ChristineMingo.com to find out more.)
1. MLS 187144 Onomea Bay Ranch Built in 2005 20Acres 3Bed/4Bathroom
Spacious, Airy, Elegant, Classy... but what is really jaw dropping is the tree-house, believe
it or not. Due to the gorge that this Banyan Tree/Tree House is rooted in--you actually walk
down and across a bridge to get into this amazing spot and behold... your breath-taking, tall
waterfall, spilling down the Hamakua Coast towards the equally stunning ocean view. Spin
around and you have clear views of Mauna Kea. I'm not kidding, this tree house, is about
one third the value of the property, in my opinion. Seems incredibly well-built and solid.
Great place to meditate, read a book, sip gin and tonics, and hang-out with six or seven
friends comfortably. A cool 2.5 mil. May I help you buy this baby? (Listed by another
brokerage in town.)
2. MLS 182523 Kawiki Road, Just north of Hilo Modern 7.35Acres 3Bed/2Bathroom
Also a very spacious home with 2074 sq. ft. total, I'm told. Amazing view of Hilo Bay.
Cathedral ceilings and Japanese mats positioned in front of the huge pictures windows with
a special hidden floor compartment for a tea ceremony. Mats or not, this is one of the most
stunning homes I have seen around Hilo. Only about 5 to 7 minute drive to downtown Hilo.
Listed at $1,030,000 by another agency in town. I would be pleased to help a qualified
Buyer preview this home with 2 car garage and workshop...
3. MLS 188207 Hikina St. "Ocean Front" just North of Hilo! approx 1/2 Acre 4Bed/2.5Bathrm
Incredible special spot in an up-market little subdivision called "Honolii by the Sea". There
are three levels on this house and it is wisely designed to capture as much of the incredible
ocean and Hilo Bay views as possible. The Master Bedroom is actually downstairs, but it is
so elegant--you won't be disapointed. Also two stories of lanais run the length of the house on
the ocean side. Nice jacuzzi in the master bath. Even the kitchen is a mass of windows taking
in the ocean views all the way. Cathedral ceilings. Hardwood floors have been redone
recently. Another brokerage has listed this property at $1,275,000. I would love to show it
to you! You'll like the way the big yard sweeps down to the short ocean cliff in front, I think.
1. MLS 187144 Onomea Bay Ranch Built in 2005 20Acres 3Bed/4Bathroom
Spacious, Airy, Elegant, Classy... but what is really jaw dropping is the tree-house, believe
it or not. Due to the gorge that this Banyan Tree/Tree House is rooted in--you actually walk
down and across a bridge to get into this amazing spot and behold... your breath-taking, tall
waterfall, spilling down the Hamakua Coast towards the equally stunning ocean view. Spin
around and you have clear views of Mauna Kea. I'm not kidding, this tree house, is about
one third the value of the property, in my opinion. Seems incredibly well-built and solid.
Great place to meditate, read a book, sip gin and tonics, and hang-out with six or seven
friends comfortably. A cool 2.5 mil. May I help you buy this baby? (Listed by another
brokerage in town.)
2. MLS 182523 Kawiki Road, Just north of Hilo Modern 7.35Acres 3Bed/2Bathroom
Also a very spacious home with 2074 sq. ft. total, I'm told. Amazing view of Hilo Bay.
Cathedral ceilings and Japanese mats positioned in front of the huge pictures windows with
a special hidden floor compartment for a tea ceremony. Mats or not, this is one of the most
stunning homes I have seen around Hilo. Only about 5 to 7 minute drive to downtown Hilo.
Listed at $1,030,000 by another agency in town. I would be pleased to help a qualified
Buyer preview this home with 2 car garage and workshop...
3. MLS 188207 Hikina St. "Ocean Front" just North of Hilo! approx 1/2 Acre 4Bed/2.5Bathrm
Incredible special spot in an up-market little subdivision called "Honolii by the Sea". There
are three levels on this house and it is wisely designed to capture as much of the incredible
ocean and Hilo Bay views as possible. The Master Bedroom is actually downstairs, but it is
so elegant--you won't be disapointed. Also two stories of lanais run the length of the house on
the ocean side. Nice jacuzzi in the master bath. Even the kitchen is a mass of windows taking
in the ocean views all the way. Cathedral ceilings. Hardwood floors have been redone
recently. Another brokerage has listed this property at $1,275,000. I would love to show it
to you! You'll like the way the big yard sweeps down to the short ocean cliff in front, I think.
Thursday, December 21, 2006
Amazing People that are Standing Up to make our World a Better Place
Blue Stars are... Bold . Fair . Have Integrity . Believe in Balance of Powers : Democracy, Community, Living Life with Passion . People who stand up for what they believe in ; and they believe in the Constitution of the United States . or they simply believe in helping people . and they believe in Expressing Themselves; and helping us find our own voice. They believe we are connected to one another and should reach out more. They have a balance of pride and humility. They are teachers and they are always ready to learn. Here are a few "Blue Stars in Hawaii, in California, and in our nation. This list is by no means complete. As I learn of others and I will add them. If you know of any that you would like to nominate for this site; please send me your recommendation and why. My list here includes many names familiar to the general public, many who are local celebraties in Hawaii and specifically on the Big Island, and many who are simply friends, citizens, family, clients, venders, colleagues and various people who I admire who are striving to do their best and make this world a little better for all of us.
Here are my picks, so far:
Colleen Hanabusa . Barack Obama . Brian Schatz . . .
Neil Abercrombie . Debra Alber . Lauren Alderdice . Bobby Alicen . Isabel Allende .
Daniel Akaka . Andy Andrews . Ruth Atkin .
Barbara Boxer . Tomas Belsky . Brev Blas . Mary Bergier . Mary Beth Brangan .
Jimmy Carter . Jerry Chang . Sarita Chawla . George Clooney . Olivia Corson . John Covegny . Eric Cox .
Nora Davis . Howard Dean . Gerald DeMello . Chuck Durrett . Donna Duryea .
Sharon Emery .
Helen Fess .
Phil Garaci . Joslyn Garcia . Forrest Gee . Danny Glover . Doris Kearns Goodwin .
Jim Heddle . Brandon Hemenway . Greg Herder . Mazie Hirono . Don Hobbs . Fred Holshuh . Lynn Howe .
Daniel Innouye . Lorraine Innouye . Randy Iwase .
Chris Jeffers . Decky Jeffers . Jim Jeffers . Tom Jeffers .
Angelina Jolie .
Harry Kim . Russell Kokobun . Marceline Krafchick .
Pudding Lassiter . Jason Scott Lee . Deena Levy .
Cynthia MacDonald . Malia MacQuiston . Jim Martin . Ruth Matsuura .
Kate McCamant . John Mingo . Kamara Mingo . Alice Moon . Karen Moore . Quack Moore .
Kelly Moran . Suzy Morris .
Lynda Nanney . Carol Nervig .
Kaden O'Keefe . Ira Ono . Chris Orr .
Suzy Papanikolas . Nancy Pelosi . John Petrella . Pascal Pinner . Brad Pitt . Sidney Portier . Melissa Purser .
Steve Rasmussen . Christine Reed . Sal Risinger . Keith Rutledge .
Rosie Sakane . Harry Schat . Jane Schat . Josh Simon . Scott Simon . Nancy Simpson .
Woody Square . James Stone . Esperanza Surls . Jane Sutton .
Pua Takamoto . Tom Taylor . Rob Tucker . Clift Tsuji . Ed Treuting .
Laura Velm .
Masashi Wagatsuma . Denzel Washington . Isaiah Washington . Melodie Whitcomb .
Cecil Williams . Robyn Williams . Oprah Winfrey . Leah Wollenberg . Melanie Wong-Jones . Dominique Yagong . Alvin Yoshimoto .
Check out the bios on some of my "blue stars" listed from my Hawaii Island perspective, by doing a Google search. I think you you will see what I am talking about. The first three mentioned: Colleen Hanabusa, Barack Obama, and Brian Schatz are all people of dedication, good heart, who are doing amazing things in politics and have huge futures ahead of them in my opinion. I am planning to join the Draft Barack Obama Committee to run for President of the United States in 2008. Right now I'm reading his book. Please contact me if you want to join a 'recruitment group' from East Hawaii on the Big Island towards that effort!
Well, this is just a start. More will be added on to this list as they come to my mind, or as you bring them to my attention. Please contact me at: hawaiibluestar@gmail.com to nominate inspiring people that you consider worthy for this list!
Yours sincerely,
Christine Mingo, R(S), ABR
Hilo Brokers, Ltd.
Here are my picks, so far:
Colleen Hanabusa . Barack Obama . Brian Schatz . . .
Neil Abercrombie . Debra Alber . Lauren Alderdice . Bobby Alicen . Isabel Allende .
Daniel Akaka . Andy Andrews . Ruth Atkin .
Barbara Boxer . Tomas Belsky . Brev Blas . Mary Bergier . Mary Beth Brangan .
Jimmy Carter . Jerry Chang . Sarita Chawla . George Clooney . Olivia Corson . John Covegny . Eric Cox .
Nora Davis . Howard Dean . Gerald DeMello . Chuck Durrett . Donna Duryea .
Sharon Emery .
Helen Fess .
Phil Garaci . Joslyn Garcia . Forrest Gee . Danny Glover . Doris Kearns Goodwin .
Jim Heddle . Brandon Hemenway . Greg Herder . Mazie Hirono . Don Hobbs . Fred Holshuh . Lynn Howe .
Daniel Innouye . Lorraine Innouye . Randy Iwase .
Chris Jeffers . Decky Jeffers . Jim Jeffers . Tom Jeffers .
Angelina Jolie .
Harry Kim . Russell Kokobun . Marceline Krafchick .
Pudding Lassiter . Jason Scott Lee . Deena Levy .
Cynthia MacDonald . Malia MacQuiston . Jim Martin . Ruth Matsuura .
Kate McCamant . John Mingo . Kamara Mingo . Alice Moon . Karen Moore . Quack Moore .
Kelly Moran . Suzy Morris .
Lynda Nanney . Carol Nervig .
Kaden O'Keefe . Ira Ono . Chris Orr .
Suzy Papanikolas . Nancy Pelosi . John Petrella . Pascal Pinner . Brad Pitt . Sidney Portier . Melissa Purser .
Steve Rasmussen . Christine Reed . Sal Risinger . Keith Rutledge .
Rosie Sakane . Harry Schat . Jane Schat . Josh Simon . Scott Simon . Nancy Simpson .
Woody Square . James Stone . Esperanza Surls . Jane Sutton .
Pua Takamoto . Tom Taylor . Rob Tucker . Clift Tsuji . Ed Treuting .
Laura Velm .
Masashi Wagatsuma . Denzel Washington . Isaiah Washington . Melodie Whitcomb .
Cecil Williams . Robyn Williams . Oprah Winfrey . Leah Wollenberg . Melanie Wong-Jones . Dominique Yagong . Alvin Yoshimoto .
Check out the bios on some of my "blue stars" listed from my Hawaii Island perspective, by doing a Google search. I think you you will see what I am talking about. The first three mentioned: Colleen Hanabusa, Barack Obama, and Brian Schatz are all people of dedication, good heart, who are doing amazing things in politics and have huge futures ahead of them in my opinion. I am planning to join the Draft Barack Obama Committee to run for President of the United States in 2008. Right now I'm reading his book. Please contact me if you want to join a 'recruitment group' from East Hawaii on the Big Island towards that effort!
Well, this is just a start. More will be added on to this list as they come to my mind, or as you bring them to my attention. Please contact me at: hawaiibluestar@gmail.com to nominate inspiring people that you consider worthy for this list!
Yours sincerely,
Christine Mingo, R(S), ABR
Hilo Brokers, Ltd.
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