Saturday, December 21, 2002 Dan and LouAnn Hano opened their home and hosted this year's Holiday Party for the Imua69 classmates of the Pacific Northwest. The cold wind and rain couldn't dampen the laughter and joy of the holiday spirit.

Wednesday, December 11, Nate Chang writes "The long awaited book, 'Images of Aloha' is out. It is a collection of photos from 1950 to present, shot by Pop Diamond and some of his student photographers. It looks super!

One year ago, I was asked to write the Forward for the book and I had the honor to be present today for the VIP signing at Kawaihao Plaza. There will be another signing, January 17, 3:30-6PM, Admin building at Kapalama campus.

If you order your book prior to Dec. 27, cost is $30 (plus postage). After this date, cost is $60. If you want an order form, send me your fax number and I will fax to you ASAP. Or call the Alumni Office on campus. Toll free number is 1-800-842-4682.

Andy Keliikoa and wife Jackie were able to attend the session this past week and we had a super time. Pop is still the same.....ageless. I am hoping to organize a special dinner for him in the spring and Andy was the first volunteer to help. Anyone else is welcome to sign on. ".

Sunday, December 1, Team Imua'69 participated in the 2002 Seattle Marathon, a showcase Northwest tradition in great Marathons. The event raised over $14,000 for the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Puget Sound. Representing our class in the half-marathon walk were Laulani & Mike Donlin, close friend Ruth Acker, Mahea Paishon, and Wayne & Flora Wong.

Under unusually sunny, clear and 50 degree conditions, all of the team finished well under 4 hours. Let me tell you, 13.1 miles is a long way to go! Even more amazing about the achievement is that the majority of the training was held at the tables of the Todai Restaurant! (just kidding).

None of us brought a camera but some pictures should be available soon from the event (stay tuned). Meanwhile, 'cuse me while I look for some oil to 'lomi out the aches and pains...

November 1, 2002 Ricky Pa celebrates his new Studio in Kona with an Open House Party. Congratulations and Good Fortune on the Big Island! Click Here to read about the party and see some of the classmates that were able to take part in the celebration.

October 19, 2002 The Pacific Northwest classmates gathered at the Todai Super Sushi Restaurant in Redmond for lunch on Saturday. DJ Mark's work retirement was the higlight of the celebration, bringing together DJ's friend Greg, Dan & Lou-Ann Hano, Joslyn Noa and husband Mike Donlin, Bobby Lu and friend Kathy, Wayne & Flora Wong, Donnette Paishon and 'Atta' Issacs!

The next evening, we enjoyed a performance by Jerry Santos on tour with Mele Hula. His voice is as good as ever!

Sept 25, 2002 Walt Kaneakua, Simeon Alo, DJ Mark and her siter Keona arrived on Molokai!!! The Kamuela's Cookhouse, one of two of Tuddie Purdy's family restaurant, Ironwoods Golfing and Dinner and the Hotel Molokai made for a full day of fun!

October 9, 2002 Walt & Eda return to Moloka'i!!!! Another outing at Ironwoods for a great 9 hole round of golf. There was a record breaking 42 foot putt by Walt at the 6th hole and a memorable wedge arch to the cup on the "9"....AWESOME!!!!! More pictures and text on Bruddah Roy Horner's website http://www.hornerohana.com/life/index4.htm