Here they are, gracing my blog this morning are the 7 Tautai of Pele: the sorority of Oceania. Reflecting on the journey of these remarkable young ladies and particularly of this Mana-fied image taken the evening of May 14th, 2010, on the Hinas cross-over. We are at the foot of the Pacific ocean, asking permission of Tagaloa the God of our forefathers. Tagaloa accepts the offering of the Tautai and bless their lifelong 'faiva' commitment to serve. The daughters of Oceania feel the weight of the sand between their toes and know that each grain represents the sacrifice that lies ahead for them. They listen to the soft purr of the wind and are reminded of their aerodynamic strength when in unison. They are ignited by the flame of love and intensity as daughters of PELE, the Goddess of Fire.
The birth of PELE's first line of Tautai, masters of the sea and guardians of our people takes its mark in the history of Oceania.
May the blessings, love and hope of our Ancestors be upon you always Tautai of Pele.
In this picture from L-R are Tautai Joycelyn Faasee, Tautai Lemasani Vaafuti, Tautai Evelyn Suai, Tautai Nikki Matautia, (me) Pele Mentor: Val LiHang Jacobo, Tautai Melerelini Letuli-Ioane, Tautai Angel Fa'amausili, Tautai Faaputu Vaafuti. Photo taken by Pele Mentor, 'Amelia Niumeitolu.
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