Heart-based weekend with Madame Butterfly , part 2

Among first words said by Raylene Ha'alelea Kawaiae'a on our Hula training was, that Hula is also about discovering relationships within yourself and between you and others. It shows you, who you are, and what point you are at in the present moment.

Song, which we were introduced to be understood, experienced and expressed, was Lei Ho'oheno, My cherished friend. This song was written by Kainani Kahaunaele for her loving husband, who was for her at the same time best and cherished friend. This was her way, how she expressed love to him. And I was so greateful for that song, chosen for us to learn.

"Lei Ho'oheno" was a good example of Raylene's words above. It became sort of "ka wai a ka pililiko", a rock basin filled with water used by ancient Hawaiians as a mirror.

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"A'a ka hula, waiho ka hilahila ma ka hale" - Dance hula, leave the shyness at home