Jacob Mau ~ A`u e ho`oheno nei, mea Aloha
A`u e ho`oheno nei, mea Aloha
Nâ ke Akua e mâlama mai iâ `oe, e ku’u aloha.
He aloha pili `ia e ke onaona.
A`u e ho`oheno nei, Ku`u ipo henoheno iakopa,
Pau `ole ke aloha ê.
Copyright © Sharon Mau 2009
Portrait of Jacob Robert Mau, Sr. 19 October 2008 at the MACC
Canon Digital Rebel XTi
Jacob is Kupuna with innate spiritual wisdom and a generous open heart. He has a wonderful Ohana and an enormous circle of friends and former collegues, and is a much loved and well respected Kanaka, an indigenous Hawaiian born in Pa’ia and raised in Kaupo on Maui.
Kuleana. (Kanaka, indigenous Hawaiian) right, privilege, concern, responsibility, title, business, property, estate, portion, jurisdiction, authority, liability, interest, claim, ownership, tenure, affair, province; reason, cause, function, justification._
Jacob states: “Our Kupuna always taught us to respect ancient Hawaiian culture and places. We love and respect our ‘Aina.
Hawaiian Values
- Humility and patience
- Obligation to family and community
- Hard work and sacrifice
- Our future is in our past
- Protecting our children
- Honouring our ancestors
- Acting for the sake of children
- Aloha ~ Malama A’ina – Caring for the Land
- Taking only what we need
- Leaving places better than we find them
- Respect for the beliefs and rights of others
- Generosity and reciprocity
- Building Unity
Jacob continues: “Waipuna in Kaupo, is a narrow flat rocky land that was once planted with sweet potato, squash and pumpkin. Along Makai, (ocean side) of this flat land, there are rocky cliffs filled with caves, which had been used for interments, burial sites, with the openings sealed with large boulders and rocks. This is how the old people did things, it is how they buried their loved ones. They camouflaged it so well you could not see it. So, often, you won’t know there is something there, until you open it up. This area is normally taboo, Kapu, forbidden for entry and should be left alone and respected for both the Ohana, the families, the cultural heritage and to preserve the nature of the place.”
More on Talk Story with Jacob Mau to come….
Ka-Uaua-A-Mahi (Royal Warrior)
With deepest respect, we share our mana’o with you. ~ Jacob and Sharon Mau
24 October 2008
“We need to get the message out,” Jacob states. “We’ve been such patient people, but we need to get what is rightfully ours. We pray that people will understand where the Hawaiian people are coming from.”
Eo ka wai’ola, ola wai iwi ~ Rejoice in the water of life, Life Water of the Ancestors
IMINI I KA NA’AUAO E PAHU IA MAKOU IMUA ~ Seeking the Knowledge to Push Us Forward
Kuleana is one’s personal sense of responsibility. A person high in this value will be quick to say, “I accept my responsibilities, and I will be held accountable.”
“You should always demand the respect that you deserve, from everyone. I believe we can all benefit from exercising our ‘heroic imagination’ – our capacity to envision physically or socially risky situations, to mentally struggle with the hypothetical problems these situations generate, and to consider our actions and their consequences.” quote by Professor Zimbardo
- L I V E A L O H A
- Pono is the personal and organizational value of rightness and balance. When a person is “Pono” they have the feeling of contentment when all is good and all is right in their life. Pono teaches the attitude of positivity and optimism.
Hawaiian Values
- Ho’ohana Passion for worthwhile work. Intention
- ‘Imi ola Mission and Vision
- Ho’omau Perseverance and Persistence
- Kūlia i ka nu‘u Achievement and Excellence
- Ho’okipa Hospitality and Service
- Ohana Family and Community
- Lōkahi Harmony, Unity and Collaboration
- Kākou Inclusiveness and Synergy
- Kuleana Responsibility and Accountability
- ‘ike loa Knowledge, Wisdom, and Learning
- Ha’aha’a Humility and Open-mindedness
- Ho’ohanohano Dignity and Respect
- Alaka’i Leadership and Initiative
- Mālama Caring, Empathy, Stewardship
- Mahalo Living in Thankfulness
- Nānā i ke kumu Authenticity and Truth
- Pono Righteous, Balance and Rightness
- Ka lā hiki ola Hope and Promise
- Aloha Love, Virtue and Inner Spirit
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Karin Taylor
o that’s fascinating – i read the book Hawaii by James Michener who speaks of King Kamehameha – it was a wonderful history – beautiful image
Sharon Mau replied
Mahalo Karin!
KenWright
Brilliant!
Sharon Mau replied
Mahalo Ken, thank you so much!
Van Cordle
Most excellent Sharon!! Wonderful description!!
Sharon Mau replied
Mahalo nui loa Van, thank you so much!
Renee Dawson
Aloha Sharon. What a wonderful portrait of Jacob sweetheart. I enjoyed your write up very much.
Sharon Mau replied
Aloha dearest Renee, thank you so much my dearest friend. I very much appreciate your kindness! I wish you a lovely weekend, Sharon
Grumpy02
Very nice portrait!
Sharon Mau replied
Mahalo a nui loa, Sharon
Anibal
great picture sure got perdy hair for a fella….Beautiful
Sharon Mau replied
‘Ae, his hair is to his waist and very beautiful!! :)
Mahalo sweetheart!
Lyn Evans
Fantastic portrait Sharon
Sharon Mau replied
Mahalo a nui loa dearest Lyn, thank you so much! I very much appreciate your kind note. I wish you a peaceful evening with much love, Sharon
Stzar
Oh Sharon !!
This is a beautiful portrait of your true love Jacob !!
I am so thrilled to see this portrait of your beloved soul mate Jacob !!
Jacob is so extraordinarily handsome and such a beautiful man ~ Thank you for sharing this magnificent portrait of this highly esteemed and Royal Man
Stzar
i have returned to read your most excellent commentary on Jacob Mau
I am so thrilled to learn more about him
My dearest sister Sharon, words cannot express how happy i am for you and Jacob and the love you share.
Jacob Mau, You are an exceptionally beautiful man both in body and soul
Your heritage is supremely magnificent and regal. It is an honor and a pleasure to see you portrayed in Sharon’s exquisite photography, i have been wanting to see you.
What a wonderful and fascinating heritage you have dear Jacob, and you have such a fantastic portfolio of outstanding works. My very best wishes to you in all your endeavors, and my heartfelt congratulations to you for all your distinguished accomplishments !!
Sharon Mau replied
My darling sister,
Mahalo sweetheart and Jacob says to tell you thank you! It is interesting, as more comments appear, the rest of the bio I added here along with some educational links appear on the page.
I love you so much Karon, thank you for your kind wishes. We will be in Hana tomorrow. Enjoy your weekend sweetheart!
Aloha e Malama pono,
Sharon
Hank Rodriguez
Aloha Sharon
I am so very happy to learn even more about your fascinating world in Paradise. What a blessing to have so much love and depth to share in your life.
Jacob is quite the incredible human being, and thank you so much for introducing him to all of us around the mainland, and entire world, who may not have ever had a chance to know him, but for your wonderful narrative.
Much happiness to you and all you love, my friend.
Hank
Marjorie Wallace
Dear Sharon; This is such a strong and regal man, not to mention how gorgeous he is, as if from another time. One can see that he is descended from Kings. I enjoyed what you have written about him. Thank you for sharing! ~Marjie
Sharon Mau replied
Aloha my darling friend, thank you so much Marjie! And now you have met him!! Thank you for flying from Seattle and being with us here on Maui to celebrate our union. And thank you so much for the many beautiful images of our wedding. Your photographs are so wonderful and truly a treasured collection of memories of our wedding in the beautiful tropical jungle of Wai’anapanapa as we exchanged our promises and celebrate our love on the volcanic seacliffs of Pailoa Bay with Kupuna Solomon Kahalewai ‘Bully’ Ho’opai, Konohiki e Kupuna e Kahalewai, Chief and Elder of the House of Water, Hana Maui Hawai’i. I love you Marjie my dearest friend and sister in spirit!
andreisky
Superb!
Sharon Mau replied
Aloha Andrei, thank you so much!
abfabphoto
Great shot. I love the soft, glowy look! Congrats on the feature!
Sharon Mau replied
Aloha ahiahi, thank you so much!
Sharon Davey
What a Beauty Filled man Wonderful image You have captured Beautifully Done WELL DONE!!!!!!!
Sharon Mau replied
Aloha ahiahi Sharon, thank you so much!
DanaMS
Great portait of this wonderful as I read man… And what a great hair!!!
Sharon Mau replied
Aloha ahiahi, thank you so much!
Hans Goepel
Great shot. I love the soft, glowy look! Congrats on the feature!
Sharon Mau replied
Aloha ahiahi Hans, thank you!!
Stzar
Congratulations Sharon and Jacob !!
i so very much with all my heart wish i could be with you both on Friday, November 7, 2008 as you and Jacob wed and exchange vows and marry and become Husband and Wife !!
My dear precious sister, I am so happy for you and Jacob !!
I love you both so very much !!
Please give my love to your husband, my brother, Jacob !!
I love you Sharon and Jacob
Sharon Mau replied
Aloha ahiahi my darling sister, thank you so much Karon! I will be posting some more photos of our wedding this evening. I will send you a note and let you know when they are up. I love you!!!!!
Stzar
alaskaman53
What a beautifull man Sharon
Sharon Mau replied
Aloha ahiahi my dearest friend, thank you so much Rich!
Larry Davis
What a great shot of the New Husband….
Way to go Sharon Anne.
Sharon Mau replied
Aloha ahiahi Larry, mahalo a nui loa! Aloha e Malama pono,
Sharon and Jacob
djteece
Sharon – many blessings and life long joy to you and Jacob. I sense your soul is now complete. Paradise is not paradise unless you can share it with someone special. I am so very happy for you both. This is an amazing picture of what is clearly an amazing man. I know he too is blessed to have an amazing woman as his bride. God bless you with a long and beautiful life together as husband and wife. May your celebration never end. Always your friend – DOUG
Sharon Mau replied
Aloha ahiahi dearest Doug, you are so sweet!
Thank you for your kind wishes! We are so very happy!
Mahalo a nui loa.
Aloha e Malama pono,
Sharon and Jacob
Rachel Stickney
Wonderful portrait of your beloved Jacob. He is an amazing man! Very interesting narrative about Jacob’s life. Congratulations to you and Jacob, best wishes to both of you always!
Sharon Mau replied
Mahalo a nui loa dearest Rachel, thank you so much sweetheart!! We very much appreciate your kind wishes! You are wonderful!!
Aloha e Malama pono,
Sharon and Jacob
David Clark
Hello Sharon
- my heartiest congratulations to you and Jacob – the love you have just seeps out of the page -how wonderful- Jacob sounds like he is a pure joy to be around -I am very happy for you- many many happy years together -daveSharon Mau replied
Mahalo a nui loa David, thank you so much!! We very much appreciate your kind wishes! You are so sweet!!
‘Ae, we are truly blessed! I wish you every happiness my sweet friend!
Aloha e Malama pono,
Sharon and Jacob
Lynda McDonald
Jacob has a very commanding presence,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,a strong image and very interesting writeup
Sharon Mau replied
Mahalo Lynda, thank you so much sweetheart!
Mayina
Lovely image, the hair is beautiful…............
Sharon Mau replied
Mahalo Gwenda, ‘Ae, his hair is glorious!! Thank you sweetheart!
Antanas
Wonderful portrait
Nanagahma
Congrats, Sharon, on your marriage. He sounds like a wonderful man. So glad you met!
Stephen Vecchi...
Excellent capture…I would love to get to know this man….
terezadelpilar
Great life story and wonderful portrait:)
AnnDixon
Wonderful portrait, a ery handsome man in deed,
Classicperfection
A lovely soft portrait.
chijude
What a wonderful person …. and you have honoured him so beautiffully.
smallfox
Outstanding!! as a picture, as a person!!! I feel that nothing I can say can say enough.
Rebecca Bryson
Aloha!! Ohh my precious one, you wrote such a beautiful u’i bio on your milimili :) I had no idea he was descended from Kings. Kamehameha wow!! I am an avid genealogist so you tickled my fancy when I followed his ancestry…amazing stunning work my dear!
Very nice portrait!
Sharon Mau replied
Mahalo, thank you so much for your kindness Rebecca!
Sharon Mau
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kathy s gillen...
great shot, and great looking man
Marjorie Wallace
Sharon, I just read this updated documentary of Jacovb and how interesting his story is. I am amazed and delighted to see it here. Also, there is a new group called “Mature Male” that you might want to enter this simply gorgeous image in.
Cathleen Taraw...
This is a beautiful portrait and tribute to your husband; I’m off to see if you have one up of the two of you. I want to see the strong, beautiful woman that captured the heart of this paragon.
Sharon Mau replied
Mahalo nui loa for your beautiful note, I very much appreciate your kindness Cathleen.
kevin smith
Great shot of quite an aristocratic looking gentleman.
Sharon Mau replied
Mahalo Kevin for your kindness!
DJ LeMay
Sharon dear, you truly create THE MOST intriguing portraits!! Fascinating and most beautiful!
Sharon Mau replied
Mahalo nui dearest DJ!
Ferdi S.
What a man!
Patricia Anne ...
he is awesome!
Wayne Pearson
This is a beautiful image of an enlightened being, excellent.
terryt
Mahalo!....What a True Blessing!
Anne O'Connor
Sharon, what a beautiful man and a super image. Your words make it so real for me. I love your language and your culture. I too have read Hawaii by James Michener many years ago and I love the story of your people.
Anne
Sharon Mau replied
John Vandeven
Congratulations your image has been FEATURED in *1:1 With the News
Sharon Mau replied
Yey! Mahalo nui John! Hau`oli Lâ i Ala Hou ai ka Haku!
BigD 13 days ago
Wow, his hair is really beautiful and congratulations on your feature.
tazzina 13 days ago
fenomenal. there are no words to describe what it dies to me
thak you for this outstanding portret