Descriptive Essay On Hawaiian Homelands

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Coming from Hawaii, I’ve became immune to the scenery, the beach and the tropical weather. Visitors will call it paradise I call it home. Located on the countryside a house on Hawaiian homelands lived my family. This estate was the good to place in my neighborhood and anyone who came were embraced by my folks. Long, short or a tough day going to Aunty Funny’s a unique way to relax. Free entertainment; such as live music, food and good company was a way to bring people together.

Held under the patio of Aunty Funny’s house the sun light would be touching the floor of our living room. Hawaiian music soaring throughout was a silent invitation to come over. These are the moments that are very significant to me since my mother’s passing. That house

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