I ka ho'okewai ka lau koa
Ola ka mole
When the koa leaf drips
The tap root lives.
This `olelo no`eau was gifted to us by Aunty Pua Kanahele at the request of Kuha`o. He was inspired by her telling of the self-sustainability of the koa tree and created this combination of rain and the koa branches. The tiny koa seedling will grow to become the largest tree in the Hawaiian forest. When young, the new leaves have yet to produce their petioles (the distinct curved shape.) The name speaks of "growing one's roots strong and firm; only then will you be able to care for all neighbors." The shape of the koa leaf petiole helps to pull moisture from the air and direct it to fall back under its canopy. This encourages it to grow, and at the same time provides a nurturing environment. The understory beneath a koa tree is known to be one of shelter, allowing all to be safe and healthy. E Ola Koa! Live as a koa tree!
This Punahoa coin purse features our E Ola Koa print in Espresso and Cactus.
The Punahoa is an updated version of the Oe coin purse. It measures in just a smidge bigger at 5.38" long X 4" tall and features top stitching along the edges as well as a streamlined zippered closure. Toss in the essentials: credit cards, a few dollar bills, perhaps some change for the meter or that tube of lipstick! Great for brightening up your purse ... and your day. Punahoa is a small `ahupua`a that runs from Hilo bay front to Kuku`au `ili. |
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