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Koi (decorative carp) at the center of Ala Moana Shopping Center fountain and koi pondLocated in: Honolulu, HI
By: Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman, (RA), e-PRO, Century 21 Liberty Homes, Mililani, HI 96789
The Hawaiian history is rich. So rich is the history of the Hawaiian people that it is surely a given that you will have to visit some of these "Points of Interest in Hawaii" to grasp a little of our history in better understanding our Hawa'i'i. Our Hawa'i'i people. At some time during my life I have visited all of these historical places and I guaranty that each threshold you cross you will FEEL the history while viewing artifacts and structures that tell our story.
Downtown Honolulu:
If you are interested in more "About Hawaii" stories and informational articles please click on any of the following links:
Points of Interest and Entertainment in Hawaii - Part 1
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Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman is a Realtor-Associate with Century 21 Liberty Homes in Mililani, Hawaii. With a sharp understanding that a listening ear is the key to a client's needs she serves the island of Oahu (Honolulu County) and all Hawaii Military Relocating to Hawaii, Hawaii Retirees, Hawaii Job Transfers and Hawaii Residents. Website: www.hawaiihomesmarket.com
By: Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman, Century 21 Liberty Homes, Mililani, HI 96789 (Localism.com Featured Article)
HAWAIIAN Spirits and Superstitions covered only a sliver of our Spirits and Superstions in Hawaii. Remember I mentioned that we had our home blessed because our home was in the path of the warriors marching? We will now embark on one Hawaiian legend, ....The Nightmarchers.
The Nightmarchers are the ghosts of ancient Hawaiian high ranking warriors. They say that they come forth during the night from their burial sites to march where they battled or march on to other sacred areas. It is said that if you live near their path of marching you will see their torches or hear the chanting, the marching and/or the drums beating faintly. Place ti plants or leaves around your house to keep away evil spirits and the "nightmarchers" to avoid the area as well. The most famous of these "marching" paths of the Nightmarcher's is along the Pali where Kamehameha fought the last battle.
In Hawaii, the Menehune, are "little people" that stand two feet high. Similar to pixi's or trolls the Menehune roam the deep forests at night. They are very strong and are master builders and said to accomplish many projects over night! There are many stories how they came to be in Hawaii. One version is that they were the first settlers in Hawaii that came from the descendants of the Marquesas Islanders and resided here between the years of 0-350 A.D. Supposedly, the "bigger people" from Tahiti came and the Menehune ran off into the caves in mountains and only came out at night for food.
My mother was born and raised on Kauai with her 7 sisters and 1 brother. Later on, one of my Auntie's married and moved to Waimea Kauai. When my cousin and I were 10 and 11 our mom's would let us go to Kauai to visit my Aunt and Uncle for the summer. She lived right on Menehune Road and at the end of the road was the "Menehune Ditch". The high chief of Waimea, "Ola" received aid from the Menehune to divert water from the Waimea River to their taro patches and supposedly made this ancient acqueduct overnight!
Anyway, my cousin claimed she must be a Menehune as well because she was very short and tried to go in the passageway in the Menehune Ditch in the mountain......I ran away afraid that something might happen! (The opening is in the picture to the right)
The following subject on Tiki Gods is dedicated to Neal Bloom...who has only seen something about this on the Brady Bunch......Here ya go bud!
The Tiki Gods
Ku: (God of War) Husband of Hina in Hawaiian mythology. Ku means standing upright. Hina means falling down. Maybe that meant they were a balanced couple? Ku worshipped with human sacrifice which was not the case with the other of these main tiki gods.
Lono: (God of Fertility and Peace) Lono decended to Earth on a rainbow to marry Laka and existed with the three other gods before the world was created. Lono is identified with rain and food plants and god of peace. I think they all balance each other out in one way or another.
Kane (God of light and life) and he created the sky, the earth and the upper heaven and he owned a seashell when placed on the ocean turned into a huge sailboat. Kane is identified with the sun in agricultural conditions. "Kan-e" means man and was the heavenly father of all men. The father of all living things and nature.
Kanaloa (God of the Sea) and symbolized by the squid and called upon to for the building of the canoe. Kanaloa was also called upon to to point out hidden springs. This god was considered the evil one opposing Kane (the good one) In this respect it is the wild and taming forces such as the popular Yin-Yang and supposedly this idea came from the European missionaires trying to show the Christian/Satan images.
Thanks for joining me once again for a little more insight into "About Hawaii"!
If you are interested in more "About Hawaii" stories please click on any of the following links:
Points of Interest and Entertainment in Hawaii - Part 1
Preservation of Hawaiian Culture, Land and History (localism.com featured)
Preservation AND Development for Ka'u, Hawaii?
Hawaiian "Ono" Entrees, Sides and a Luau?
Hawaii Photo Post and Virtual Tours!
HAWAIIAN Spirits and Superstitions (localism.com featured)
What Makes a House a Home in Honolulu, Hawaii? (localism.com featured)
Blogging about "VOG" in Hawaii
Visitor and Newcomer Safety Tips for Hawaii!
Localism Featured! May 30, 2007
There is more to be said on Preservation of Hawaiian Culture, Land and History which was written by me on May 27, 2007. Since then I have received contact from an interested party although on the "other side" than the group I had mentioned in the post. Apparently, it goes deeper than preserving the land around the Ka'u area on the island of Hawaii in the Punalu'u area otherwise known for it's Black Sand Beach.
I have not been to the Big Island (as I stated in other posts) since I was a teenager. I have walked on the black sand beach (and no doubt was pure and clean back in the 1970's) and traveled all over the island but I have not seen this distruction that this person has stated.
I am authorized to use this person's opinion's (through our email contacting) to tell "their side of the story" in this updated post:
Apparently, there are two sides to every story. She is a Hawaii resident and married to a Native Hawaiian. She understood me completely "to diligently take care of our beautiful islands" although felt the need to express their side of the story. Punalu'u is a community that has been slowly dying once the sugar cane industry closed down. Abandoned buildings, failing water and sewage systems, no employment except to commute to Kona. That's a commute of over 4+ hours a day!
I believe in preservation, conservation and caring for the beauty and environment of our Hawaiian Islands. There has to be maintenance and cleanup of any community to preserve any land. And if this is all true then "Sea Mountain at Punalu'u' is promising to create an environmentally sensitive complex committed to economic revitalization for the people of Ka'u." They currently have a website in progress and will provide extensive information to give the public more information.
I have no intention of siding with any of these groups until I receive all the facts as I believe in both sides at this time. Preservation, conservation as well as Development with the promised intention of ensuring that the project is in the best interests of Hawaii's environment is definitely something to take into consideration.
More posts with Hawaii info!
Points of Interest and Entertainment in Hawaii - Part 1
Preservation of Hawaiian Culture, Land and History (localism.com featured)
Hawaiian "Ono" Entrees, Sides and a Luau?
Hawaii Photo Post and Virtual Tours!
HAWAIIAN Spirits and Superstitions (localism.com featured)
What Makes a House a Home in Honolulu, Hawaii? (localism.com featured)
Blogging about "VOG" in Hawaii
Visitor and Newcomer Safety Tips for Hawaii!
By: Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman, (RA), e-PRO, Century 21 Liberty Homes, Mililani, Hawaii 96789!
From experience I will give you insight on a few points of interest as well as entertainment ideas while you are in Hawaii. It doesn't matter if you are just visiting or relocating to Hawaii....I guaranty that if you love to have fun just follow my pointers and you will be pleasantly surprised! (Remember that you can click on all blue underlined links for more details!)
Hawaii's Breathtaking Hiking Trails! Honestly, the last time I've went hiking was at 21 yrs. of age (okay, that way back in the day) although that last hike was from Tantalas to the other side of the Koolaus and looking down on the Windward side of Oahu. Needless, to say. That was the last time I went on a hike so long and up and down rugged mountains. Look at the Triple Ridge Olomana Hiking trail to the right. Wow. Anyway, if you like hiking this is definitely the place to find hiking trails.
Here are some Links to Other Hiking Sites
Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club- Good resource to find information on hiking in Hawaii
Oahu Hiking Tales - by Dayle Turner
Backyard Oahu - Oahu's Hiking Trails - by Greg Kingsley
When my husband and I were married, my daughter bought us tickets for a dinner cruise on the Star of Honolulu for the following night as our wedding gift from her. That was the greatest experience for one local girl (me) and haole (Caucasian) husband who thought the "touristy" things were only for tourists! Many shows, fun, entertainment, dancing, acknowledgement of our marriage, and tons of food! And that's not all. The picture to the right depicts just where you'll be cruising. Right off of Ala Moana and Waikiki and viewing Diamond Head! You will also see marine life as well! The Star of Honolulu has many different DINNER SHOW PACKAGES to pick from. So, remember, you don't have to be a tourist to go out and enjoy the finer things while in Hawaii! Weddings too!
Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park! Now this is a place to go for the whole family. (provided you love to get wet!) 25 acres of speed and shotgun slides, the Cliffhanger, Water playground, Keiki (children's) cove, picnics, and more! Just make reservations and they will do all the planning and coordinating for you! All you have to do is show up and have fun! There are also volleyball courts, lawn games, dunk tank, horse shoe pits, private pavilions for you and your family. Weddings? No problem!
Click on the following link for Company Picnic Information and Planning Brochure Yup! You can plan your business, company or family meetings here as well!
Hawaii's Whale Watching Tours (In spiritual Hawaiian custom the Whales are the essense of the ocean) and Swim with the Dolphins (Sea Life Park) A while ago I used to work at the Kahala Mandarin Hotel now called the Kahala Hotel & Resort and they had a some dolphins in a large aquatic pool in the rear of the hotel by the swimming pools. The trained dolphin personnel would guide their customers in the water to swim with the dolphins. While I was there, one of the mommies gave birth to a baby, and to this day I remember the baby's name. "Hoku" which means night of the full moon because the baby was born on guess what? The night of the full moon. Our monk seal population has decreased and is an endangered species so they (just as any other sea creature in Hawaii) are carefully watched over. This monk seal is rare and ONLY found in the Hawaiian Islands.
For your little children that still color please click on this link for a "color a monk seal" print out
Stay tuned for Part II...coming shortly!
More posts with Hawaii info!
Hawaiian "Ono" Entrees, Sides and a Luau?
Hawaii Photo Post and Virtual Tours!
HAWAIIAN Spirits and Superstitions (localism featured)
What Makes a House a Home in Honolulu, Hawaii? (localism featured)
Blogging about "VOG" in Hawaii
Another Localism.com featured!!
By Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman of Mililani, Hawaii!
We all believe in all things tangible because we can touch, feel or see things. If there were no Restricted Preservation and Conservation land in Hawaii our islands would be full of cities and buildings and no History of Hawaii would be left behind except in text books. If there were no one who got involved to protect or take notice of our environment, protect our historic sites and our land what would we have left?
Rich in beauty because of this preservation of our lands and ocean, the eye beholds scenery that all tourists, visitors, relocators and local residents enjoy throughout each and every day.
After living the majority of my life on Oahu, Hawaii since 1967 (my parents decided to retire here as my mother was born and raised on the island of Kauai and my dad was getting out of the US Navy) I have come to know a lot about it's history, the environment and the sacred areas that are indeed to be protected for everyone to grasp in their hearts and for the visitors...in their minds and with pictures. Who would visit our islands if not?
We have many Hawaiian and Environmental groups looking out for us here and I commend them all for taking it to the City, State and Federal levels to keep the preservation of the culture and environment of Hawaii intact. This is the latest story for our Environmental Groups Sue Navy Over Sonar Exercises Off Hawaii and this is just one story on Hawaiian Groups fighting for justice Native Hawaiian groups suing the Army and another story on Judge Proposes Hawaiian Mediation For Artifacts Dispute. So many groups for causes to protect our life, our land and our culture.
Click on the following link for the website regarding Honokahua Preservation which has over 900 burial sites dating between the years of 850 and 1800! They realized this when digging began in 1987for the Ritz Carlton, Kapalua, Maui and moved the site for the hotel inland to preserve this sacred ground.
One more point I would like to hit on is .....KA'U, which is located on the southern part of the island of Hawaii, also known as "The Big Island". The following website is the KAU PRESERVATION -PROTECTING HAWAII'S LARGEST WILDERNESS AREA AND UNDEVELOPED COASTLINE and has many pictures and information on how they are fighting to protect this part of the Island of Hawaii and it's precious coastline and wilderness area.
This area also includes our famous PUNALU`U BLACK SAND BEACH (the sand is BLACK!) and you can see a picture on the above site as well.
I wrote an article on HAWAIIAN Spirits and Superstitions which only scratched the surface to give some information on respect to our islands. This article will only scratch the surface on the Preservation and Protection of our islands.
So...below are many websites to gain more insight and knowledge into this subject and why we need to protect what is valuable. Our islands, our lands. Enjoy!
"Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka `Aina I Ka Pono" 
Meaning: The Life/Sovereignty of the Land is Perpetuated in Righteousness
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A Hawaii Real Estate and Relocations Blog. With a sharp understanding that a listening ear is the key to a client's needs your best interests are at the core of every transaction.
I was fascinated by the Hawaii Real Estate Industry back in the 70's when my mom went to Hawaii Real Estate School and passed....but never pursued a career in the real estate industry. My dad lasted two weeks in Real Estate School and quit ...claiming that "it's a whole different language and world!". 
Let me be a little transparent for a minute. My passion lies within life itself, the beliefs and values I hold in every aspect of my life transfers to my profession in the real estate industry.
In 2004 my father passed away and he was proud to see how successful I became in Hawaii Real Estate Residential Sales. The last thing he told me was, "Sal, no matter what- your life has to continue".
The passion I have for life, I carry through every transaction.
My husband used to tell me that I got too 'involved' and too 'personal', but as the years passed he saw the difference it made and now says, "That's what makes you a great real estate agent". I asked what he meant and he insisted it's because I take the time to listen to my client's needs. I have the determination to make sure every contingency in our contract is fulfilled. And then some.
This is what I do for you and allows me to sleep very well at night.
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After traveling around the world as a military dependent my parents decided to retire on the island of Oahu in 1967 (my mom is originally from Kauai) and we have been here since.
Past careers include being an Administrative Assistant for a Family Law Attorney and a Structured Supportive Living Skills Program.
My father retired after serving 22 years in the US Navy, my children's father retired from the US Air Force and my son came home in Fall of 2006 after serving on the USS Kitty Hawk in the US Navy.
I know what it's like to relocate to a different place....let alone to a totally different world across the Pacific Ocean to Hawaii...Paradise. Knowing and experiencing many a Hawaii Relocation myself gives me additional expertise to assist the Military Relocating to Hawaii.
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Wife of Gary (Networking Engineer for PDC Systems Hawaii, mother of adult children, Michael, Dori and my new son in law Gerardo and proud daughter of Dorothy (who just turned 81 January 2009!)
Regardless if you're buying or selling your home your best interests are at heart.
I give you ....the "Spirit of Aloha" and a listening ear for all YOUR needs!
**Licensed Realtor Associate® in the STATE of HAWAII
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Relocating to Hawaii? With our warm climate and breathtaking scenery it's no wonder why everyone (including locals) call it "Paradise"! Hawaii is the choice of many people who prefer a tropical setting to live out their retirement years. It also becomes everyones favorite Hawaii Relocation spot when transferring to the military bases in Hawaii including the Schofield Army Base, Wheeler Army Air Field, Pearl Harbor Navy Base, Hickam AFB, or Kaneohe Marine Corp Air Station. Education, Information and a Good Realtor® is The Art of Hawaii Relocations.
Your Military Relocation to Hawaii and Purchasing Your New Home. The following information is basic but pertinent information to go over before you even pack for your transfer and before considering purchasing your Honolulu County (Oahu) home. Moving across the Pacific Ocean to such a diverse culture may be of a shock and you may want to brush up on a few tips to make your transition a smooth one.
Neighborhoods in Honolulu County and Market Report too! An insight into the different neighborhoods and what they have to offer. You will also get current market statistics in each community for which I wrote for that period.
Things to Do, History & Places to See - A three part series for a brief, condensed Points of Interest series to learn a little about our island and our so diverse and full of different cultures and ways of life.
Condo or Townhouse Living: Rules to Follow and Steps to Protect: If you are contemplating downsizing then condo / townhouse living may be an option. With maintenance fees for most associations taking care of the bulk of your homeowner's insurance (common elements), and repairs to the outside, roof, grounds and water/trash and sewere this may just be an option.
History of schools and links to Hawaii's Education System A brief look at the history of Hawaii and its school system as well as researching schools and neighborhoods suitable for your family and their Relocation to Hawaii.
Bottom line is this.
It's not easy moving across the Pacific Ocean let alone to a totally different "world" of people,
but you can do it with a little effort, motivation and a great Realtor®!
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If you're Relocating to Hawaii (regardless if it's near future or just wanting to be proactive for the future) contact me to get started with your search for Hawaii Homes for Sale!
© 2007-2009 Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman's Hawaii Real Estate and Relocation Blog.
All rights reserved.
Part of transitioning from the military to the civilian life was finding the right placeto live. After having gone 
through a couple realtors unsuccessfully, we found Celeste. She treated us with the ohana spirit and made us a priority. She went above and beyond any expectations that we had for her, to help us find our dreamhome. Having a thorough understanding of our wants and needs, she found us ther ight house at theright price very expediently. We love the quite neighborhoodand close access to schools for our children.If you are looking for your dream home, Celeste is the right person for you! Karen and James D.
Thank you so much for all your help. I know I could not have found a better realtor to help me with the sale! It went very smoothly and I thank you for taking care of everything. Mostof all, I also want to thank you for being my friend (not just a realtor). Not a lot of people would take their work beyond business.. Maria M./Khamseng S.
What an amazing experience! Celeste is on top of it in the real estate market. Not only did she offer expert advice and professionalism,she became a great friend. The entire 30 day escrow experience was a smooth transition an never did we wonder what was going on, Celeste kept us up to date throughout the whole thing. Thank you, Sally...we miss you! The Wheeler Family
Sally...You're the best! Thank you so much for finding us not just a house but a home we can call our own. Take care and God Bless. You'll always be our great friend. Thanks! Jorge and Bless Y.
I found Sally on the internet while my fiance was still deployed to Afghanistan. We were preparing for a military relocation to Hawaii........ Sally was amazing! She made our transition to the islands easy and painless. Not only did we find a great Realtor, we made a new friend!"
Shelly and Chris LIVE on VIDEO: A Hawaii Military Relocation Story Comes to Life
Just wanted to inform everyone in the Whole World that Sally is the most knowledgeable, sweet, soft talking, professional, and hard working Realtor I've ever come across. She knew the answer to every question my husband and I asked. We are very pleased with our new home and cant wait to move in (in a few weeks). Sally always told us to keep our cool when the bank was asking for outrageous things that not even our broker was familiar with. But, we got through that with bright flying colors. In the end we are very blessed to have found Sally and have her work as hard as she did for us. Our family is always and will forever be open to her and her family we are family now. We owe her everything for all she has done. Now our transition from Cali to Hawaii will be very smooth without any worries. Thanks a million Sally and to everyone who is reading this Im not taking any other Realtor's thunder but Sally is the BEST and I would recommend her to everyone I know. We can never thank you enough.
Dewan and Keanya
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A Hawaii First Time Home Buyer - Client Testimonial in VIDEO
Our experience with "Sally" from our initial contact to contract:
For many months leading up to our Hawaii move my wife and I had a number of places that we were interested in seeing upon our arrival to rent. During one of our internet searches we came across Sally's blog about buying real estate in Hawaii and how with her help we could actually buy a house and not throw our money away in rent. We were impressed with her qualifications and most importantly we liked the fact that she really listened to our desires, cared about staying in our budget just as much as we cared, and allowed us enjoy our first weeks in Hawaii without any hassles by doing 95% of the work while constantly keeping us informed.
Thanks to Sally really understanding what we wanted from the beginning we were able to see houses that met our desires and dreams. It was not long before we walked into the house we knew would become our home! With meticulous passion for getting things right all of the paperwork and documents that it takes to buy a home, which had originally kept us hesitating to even try to purchase, was signed and filed appropriately by Sally who also took the time to make us aware of certain steps of the process that we should pay particular attention to. It was obvious from the start Sally had been getting nervous families from the mainland into the Hawaiian community for years and not only planting them into a great house but welcoming them and accepting them into the land of Paradise allowing them to grow as new members in the community.
Our house closed on the exact day Sally said it would and we know that the only reason it did was due to Sally's diligence and passion for getting people what they have always dreamed of. As first time home buyers Sally has given us something we thought we were not going to have for many years. You would be completely short changed if you don't allow Sally to assist you in your move to Hawaii. Give her a call or send an email like I did and I can assure you of an adventure like no other on the face of this planet! Never in our wildest dreams did we think we could ever own a house in Hawaii. A place where people of all countries long to visit or live. Thank you again Sally for the present you have given to our family!
Robert & Zarina
11JAN09
"Sally" was very helpful and patient with us from the get go. She always followed up with us with any updates. She also gave us additional information regarding the units, about the neighborhood and schools, etc. Kudo's to Sally!
Ron and Zeny
(From left, Ron & Zeny (clients), Sally (me), and Bryon Tucker, Loan Officer with Everygreen Home Loans)
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