HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-07-12 Book Forward to Ann Fan re: Book on Lei'sHarry Kim
Mayor
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Wil Okabe
Managing Director
Barbara J. Kossow
Deputy Managing Director
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It is a real pleasure to express my appreciation of Ms. Ann Fan's work as a cultural
envoy for Hawaii.
Although Ms. Fan was not born and raised in Hawaii, she had embraced the spirit
of Aloha, and is a most respectful interpreter of Hawaiian traditions.
With this book, Ms. Fan helps illustrate the vibrant meaning of the protocols and
artistry behind the Lei, an ancient art form.
Ms. Fan shows how the traditions of lei -making foster appreciation and love of the
`aina, nature and our island home, while encouraging stewardship and the responsible
use of natural materials.
I hope the readers of this book, published in Chinese, will help spread the joyous
word of Hawaii Nei to a wide audience.
Aloha,
Harry Kim
MAYOR
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