Usually these blogs you write about “my” experiences or what “I” has learned on this trip or what “I” have been doing throughout this program. However, I decided to change it up a bit. I would like to take this moment to express the meaning of Ohana; “it means family and family means nobody gets left behind……..or forgotten”
It is time to acknowledge the people that have been by my side through this whole experience. I am not trying to forget those amazing people back at home who have helped me with everything as well; they have been awesome - thank goodness for Skype! But I have made this crazy bond with these guys and gals who I have only known for three and a half months and we have connected like we have known each other for years, we support each other like best friends and we laugh with (or at) each other like were siblings in this big, happy, dysfunctional family.
Of course in every family there are:
(1) Two parents are the two oldest that always have the best advice, you can always go to them for anything and they will never judge you, they will sit back, listen and when you are ready they will give you their full hearted and honest opinion. It might hurt to hear but it is what you need. They always want the best for others and will support you through and through no matter what your choices are; bad or good. They know when to be serious and they know when it is time to go crazy!
(2) The older sister is very independent, we don’t see her around that often because she is so busy living her own life and creating her own experiences. Hanging around her siblings is too embarrassing sometimes because we are being too weird. However, if any of us are in trouble or sad she will always be there to our rescue, she will always have our back and protect us just like a big sister would. She gives the best hugs and makes you laugh all the time – always know how to put a smile on your face.
(3) The troublesome twins are uncontrollable; as much as you tell them to stop fighting it seems it never ends. Usually it begins with arguing, yelling then punching, kicking and then somehow laughing. In the end, after all the bruises, he is a typical twin brother: very protective of his sister he would never let anything bad happen to her and will always be there for a shoulder to cry on with ears wide open to hear everything she has to say and vice versa.
(4) The middle child is referred to as the “forgotten middle child”. She is targeted out of all the siblings for insults and jokes. If it’s not leaving her on a stranded island with no boat or food, it is releasing a grenade on her. Don’t be alarmed we would never do such thing; we are actually the only ones who are allowed to make fun of her, nobody else! We would never let anything happen to her. She is the one who wants to make sure that everyone has a good time. She loves joining the family together, and is the glue that holds us all together. Friendship time is her favourite time of the day; the moment the whole family is together.
(5) The youngest child is the loudest, craziest and funniest child you will ever meet and entertained by the littlest things. Her smile could get away with murder. She is a ball of energy bouncing from one wall to the next. Without baby sis, we would be lost. Spreading hugs and kisses all around. She always shows how much she respects and loves her family. We would never want to see this girl without a smile and will always protect her as so she would do the same for us.
(6) The adopted child came into the picture a couple of weeks after the bond of our family. But it feels like she has been with us since the beginning. We are all so comfortable around each other and trust each other greatly. We know that everyone can rely on each other for support and advice. Even though we have only been living with each other for three months, we protect the adopted child and it hurts to every see her cry. She will always be part of this family.
(7) The crazy aunt is the most outrageous women anyone will ever meet. She is the life of the party and always wants to please everyone. You know that you can always go talk to her for advice and support; she’s so understanding when it comes to any situation under any circumstance and will never judge your values or morals.
In Lilo & Stitch, their family consisted of aliens, humans and many different personalities. Just like our family we weren’t born into it, we created this family. It is our differences that make these bonds so special and strong. Therefore, I want to give them a big thank you for everything they have done for me, I don’t think I would be the same person if it wasn’t for them and I don’t think my experience here would be as amazing if it weren’t for them.
This is my Ohana <3
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