The Diary of a Hawaiian Girl "Heaven" Aloha! Today is March 30, 1940. I am Leilani Kamehamela, was born on June 10, 1877 in Napili, Maui. My name means "Heaven" or "Sky," and perhaps this is one of the main reasons I am in love with the island I live on. I can always see the beautiful blue sky reflecting in the ocean, heavenly! I live on the west side of the island, opposite from our beautiful green giants …
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…colonial arms over our island. Annexing of our Hawaii was only beneficial to America. I hope someday this island will practice its independence and enjoy the freedom given to it by God and the Ocean. I want my grandchildren to know and believe that they live not only on a beautiful island, but also on an independent and strong one. So, I will finish my entry here, and it is not the end yet! *Leilani*