Waikiki

When we think of Waikiki now, we think of “tourists” and “whitewashed” areas that most locals do not like to visit. Kuleana has not be maintained in that area, as well as many other areas on the island. Even though Kuleana has not been maintained there, we still can connect to the area through other ways. 

For me, Waikiki was always a sore spot. I hated going there due to the rude tourists and the overcrowded shopping areas. Places from Ala Moana, International Marketplace, and Kuhio Shopping Plaza were all places that were avoided. But, during my senior year and the summer after, it has become places that are filled with memories and laughs. My friends and I often found ourselves at those areas, shopping and hanging out. It turned from a unvisited place, to a place that I can always look back fondly on. My family has also taken many staycations out there recently, and there is always a sense of comfort returning to those areas, remembering all the good times and the fun we had.

I think that once we are scarred with a bad memory or feeling of a place, we often tend to shy away from that area. I have learned to embrace places no matter past feelings, and try to experience new things and create new memories to wash over those unwanted connections. Waikiki has now become one of my favorites spots to hang out with my friends at, as it was also the destination of our “boys trip” during the summer. 

While there is not much we can do as residents to try and restore the Kuleana lost in the area, all we can do is try and sustain the remaining life that is still there and appreciate the memories and feelings that are associated with the land. 

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