In July 2022, our Kawaihala'ilanamalie, better known by her 'ohana as Hala'i developed a lingering fever, stomach pains and began to limp. While traveling back and forth to O'ahu and undergoing numerous diagnostic tests, her parents, Lee Jon and Nalani never left her side. On August 18, 2022, our sweet…

My name is Ally Tamayose, I’m 16 years old and I'm from Pearl City, Hawaii. I was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in my left femur in January 2018. In that same year I underwent nine months of chemotherapy and had a limb-salvage surgery. In January 2019, scans revealed that the mets…

Kahalau Au Hoon – a fun-loving, adorable three year old from Maui I’m Kahalu’s mom, Rachel Ray Au Hoon. Our story is one about love and family! Duke, Kahalau’s dad, and I met in high school and were even prom sweethearts! Kahalau is our second child born in May, 2014…

If you ask Tekauri what his favorite color is he will tell you, "all the colors are my favorite colors." Tekauri sees the world through a unique and original lens that is beautifully and always positive. In December of 2020, Tekauriʻs mom and dad noticed a lazy eye and took…

James Gonzalez-Wesley is a sweet, affectionate 4 year old boy with a playful laugh and dimples that bring a smile and joy to everyone he meets. Little James loves to sing songs, go to the beach, pop water balloons and play with his family and friends. 

James’ parents, Matias Gonzalez-Wesley…

Tavin Hashimoto is a nine year old fun-loving, upcountry Maui boy who loves to help on his grandpa’s farm. Tavin Hashimoto is the nine year old son of Davin and Tammi-Lynn Hashimoto. The Hashimotos live in Kula, Maui with Tavin and his two younger siblings. In March of 2017 the…

Christa Wittmier, a Honolulu legend, was diagnosed with late stage IDC in left breast with metastasis to lymph nodes and lungs in May of 2015. By September of that same year she showed no signs of cancer. However, in May 2016, the cancer returned more aggressively. She was diagnosed with…

Blythe is a full-time single mother to four young sons, Kohdy (12), Kayzn (4), Kaleb (3), and Keanu (1), with whom she loves taking on beach adventures. She was also very career-driven and enjoyed several years as a Target Executive. She’s got a magnetic personality, making friends wherever she goes…