It's hard to trust....

I've edited this post a little.... it used to be a part of another posting but I thought it should have a place of it's own.

Many Hawaiians who have family ties to Iosepa are apprehensive about Professor Pykles intent. I can understand some of their concerns. For well over 100 years, the Hawaiian culture has suffered much from non-islanders. It's affects has caused Hawaiians to question those haole's (non-islanders) who may play a part in writing Hawaiian history.

I believe that Ben Pykles has good intent. I have prayed about it and talked with family members about him and I believe that my Kupuna (ancestors) has brought our paths together. Some may say that sounds silly but that's how I feel.