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We were free to explore Lake Powell on our own, swimming and cruising through the epic canyons.

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How The True Meaning Of Aloha Can Be Used In 2021

March 17, 2021

How the true meaning of aloha can be used in 2021

Arriving To Hawaii In 2021

“Aloha!” said the flight attendant as I hastily exited from the plane in January. “Be sure you have all of your belongings, and please wear your mask through the airport to baggage claim.”

At the time, I understood “aloha” as the mere Hawaiian word for casual hellos and goodbyes. I was excited to hear the word, of course, because it meant that I was officially on the envied island of Maui.

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Maui (and the state of Hawaii overall) has enforced relatively strict policies over the course of COVID-19: negative testing prior to arrival, health questionnaires, temperature checks, mask mandates — you know the drill.

Although they rely heavily on tourism for their state economy, they also understand the massive risk of an uncontrollable outbreak as an isolated island in the middle of the Pacific ocean. As a result, Maui has been able to maintain an extremely low number of cases.

To be honest, COVID-19 seemed to be nonexistent in Maui. For the first time in 10 months, I had the liberty of eating indoors, visiting popular tourist destinations and standing within six feet of strangers without my OCD reminding me of my upper respiratory issues.

Perhaps it was adrenaline. Perhaps it was God gracing me with a mental health break.

Either way, it felt really strange, and it made me realize how difficult it’s going to be for me and the rest of the at-risk population to reintegrate into society after we are finally released from isolation on the continental U.S.

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A Call For Grace During Post-COVID Social Reintegration (The True Meaning Of Aloha)

Yes, we all want our old social lives back. None of us want to be stuck in solitude anymore. But, here’s the thing: social reintegration is not a light-switch.

Because we’ve been paralyzed by this new normal, the lives that we once considered normal are now abnormal and solicit renormalization.

Therefore, I pray that we can approach this upcoming social reintegration with the exact grace we preach, understanding that some people will need more time to mourn, reflect and re-enter into society than others.

Can we commit to excelling in grace this year? Can we commit to:

  1. Understanding that our friends may not be at the same level of reintegration as we are?
  2. Reaffirming our friends’ good stewardship of their physical health?
  3. Validating our friends’ concerns about protecting their loved ones?
  4. Broadening our worldview as it pertains to fear of COVID-19?
  5. And expressing Good News and Love above all else?

The True Meaning Of Aloha

As I stepped into the jet-bridge in Kahului Airport to depart from the island, I heard another flight-attendant “aloha.” However, this time, I knew that “aloha” was much more powerful than a friendly greeting.

You see, “aloha” is actually a combination of two other Hawaiian words: “alo” and “ha.”

“Alo” directly translates to “face” or “front” in English, roughly translating to the meaning of “shared presence” (AKA the front you put on for others).

Likewise, “ha,” short for the Hawaiian word “hanu,” means breath.

The true meaning of “aloha,” then, “to share breath and spirit.”

When we say “aloha,” we are expressing gratitude for the opportunity to share presence, breath and spirit with someone else. While we wait patiently for our next opportunity to share physical presence, let us share the spiritual presence of aloha through steadfast Love.

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(This post was originally seen and adapted from AAC Women’s Blog.)

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2. @apple AirPods Max

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Massive red and white canyon walls, million dollar house boats, endless desert sunshine… Need I say more?

Boating on Lake Powell in Arizona (and Utah) was the perfect way to end our Arizona hiking trip.

We rented our power boat through Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas at Wahweap. While the customer service was subpar, the rental only cost us about $150 each for the day, which was by far the cheapest rental in the area.

(So worth it! Would have been even cheaper with more people.)

We were free to explore Lake Powell on our own, swimming and cruising through the epic canyons.

If you visit Lake Powell, you can’t miss boating through:

-Navajo Canyon (my favorite).
-Antelope Canyon.
-The ritzy house boat marinas.

Would you boat on Lake Powell?

#lakepowell #pagearizona #pageaz #arizonalife #arizonaliving #travelreel
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White Pocket is an epic, otherworldly road trip location tucked in the Vermillion Cliffs National Monument — just a couple hours outside of Page, Arizona.

If you’re bummed you didn’t win a permit to The Wave, this spot is the perfect alternative.

And, guess what? You don’t need a permit.

Instead, you just need a 4WD high clearance vehicle, which are readily available to rent all around Arizona.

The road to White Pocket, which takes about an hour to drive (two hours from a Page), is actually more like a deep sandy trail.

While our Jeep had no issues, many people who attempt the drive without 4WD/high clearance get stuck. So, the proper vehicle is a must.

Also, the road turns to waist-deep quick sand after heavy rain, so be sure to check the weather before you go.

Or, go with a guide! There are tours available to take if you don’t feel comfortable driving in sand.

Either way, the journey is so worth it.

Once you arrive to White Pocket, the rock formation is a short two minute walk from the parking lot.

Is White Pocket on your bucket list? 🌵

#whitepocket #whitepocketarizona #pagearizona #pageaz #arizonahiking #arizonalife #arizona🌵 #thewave #thewavearizona

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