on your attainments, perseverance and dedication as a community leader are phenomenal!
Congratulations Jess Lindow
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Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year!
Congratulations Jess and to the Lucas-Lindow Family
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By mary llanos cordero
Despite a global pandemic
that took over the majority of this year, life continues on even if it looks a little different. Hunkered down by rules and regulations including social distancing, limiting social gathering group sizes and wearing masks, Christmas this year looks different for many families. Many people question
rest of what they would normally
family unit and occasionally including
year 2020 has been. As one quote
whether or not to travel during
spend on Christmas gifts to the
Donna’s only brother Tante and other
I came across recently shared,
this time and others have treated
airfares of family members who are
family members. But this year, they
we sacrifice not physically being
the holidays like any other time.
having financial challenges due to
will hold a Zoom Christmas party
together during the holidays now
We saw a tremendous jump in
the pandemic.
instead. They hope to continue
so that we can gather again once
the number of people traveling
“The pandemic has affected
eating traditional Filipino and
the pandemic is over. The holidays
during Thanksgiving week and
the way we live in many ways, but
Japanese food during the holidays,
are the time for hope, love and
the country now suffers with the
in the spirit of Christmas, we’ll still
including sushi, bibingka to “stick
joy and this year is no different.
consequences. Will Christmas and
have immediate family members in
together” and pancit to symbolize
Let’s continue to stay positive this
New Years see a similar trend?
our home to continue with our family
“long life.”
season and spread the love and
tradition of being together for the
joy to loved ones, no matter how
of where they will celebrate the
holidays,” said Jess.
many families together now forces
holidays during this pandemic, it’s
As for the Urban-Higuchi family,
people to celebrate together at a
safe to say that we are all hoping
something that will be missed in their
distance. Community gatherings
to continue spreading holiday joy
normal holiday routine is the tradition
have gone virtual and for many,
and partaking in family traditions.
of participating in community events,
holiday shopping is now done online.
For the Lindow family, they
such as parades, parties, and
These are all signs of a COVID-style
understand that changes will need
attending their local Filipino Club
Christmas.
to be made. The pandemic would
and Organizations’ holiday events.
let Jesusa “Jess” Lucas-Lindow
They also held annual family football
the holidays this year, what really
CIRCULATION Florence Tan (Oahu) Ron Oshiro (Leeward Oahu) David Cordero (Maui) Marynel Valenzuela (Kauai) Milli Asuncion (Big Island)
and Richard Lindow think twice
games at the local park in the past.
matters is that we continue to spread
about who is allowed in their
But the only event they can continue
the holiday spirit despite what kind of
household. Important members
looking forward to is preparing for
Legal Counsel Alfredo Evangelista, Esq. Atty. Ernesto Urbano (Phils.)
would be their two children, Jorissa
Simbang Gabi.
“Nica” and Jovelle, who will come
from the mainland, along with Jess’
this is a special tradition for Filipino
two sisters and their children.
Catholics because it is a time to
They plan to keep Christmas
pray and prepare for Christmas
decorations up with holiday
and comme-morate the birth of
music filling the air and traditional
Jesus. Unfortunately, due to CDC
Christmas food to celebrate the
guidelines, not everyone a part of
occasion. However, because of
the Filipino Catholic Community can
the pandemic, their family have
attend; not even their whole family
decided to have a white elephant
can attend due to limitations in the
exchange gifts in the $10 range
public.
instead of exchanging pricey gifts.
Everyone agreed to contribute the
their holidays consist of their small
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The holidays that once gathered
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ABOUT OUR COVER
Christmas in the home of Jesusa “Jess” Lucas Lindow and Richard Lindow will have a minor modification from their traditional Christmas celebration. This prominent Kaneohe couple understands that in this time of pandemic, they have to follow health protocols and observe social distancing. Their home, which is the envy of friends especially for its unique landscaping—a product of Jess’ creativity and hard work—
The Lucas Family blowing sweet kisses to everyone From left: Ivy, Dad Romy, MomNellie, Cristine, Jess, Rio, Jovelle, Nica, Kainoa& Emily
will host immediate relatives only this year, but they will share the joys of Christmas with friends and other Ohana members through acceptable manner.
Cover concept by Armando Busmente of ACB Graphics. Armand can be reached at abusmente@ ymail.com
COVER STORY BY:
Jess’s Christmas decoration 2020 By Dr. Soledad M. Manaay
New Traditions, Same Christmas Spirit for the Lindows
Dr. Soledad M. Manaay is a published author, freelance writer, and a leadership coach and global consultant in Industrial Psychology. From 1980 to 1997, she lived in Honolulu and worked as a Media Analyst at the Philippine Consulate General, and later, as a real estate broker. In September 1997, she moved to San Francisco aiming to advance her academic goals and entrepreneurial dream. While pursuing her doctorate degree, she founded Care on Call Inc. which became a top-notch senior care provider in San Mateo County. She also co-founded Xicepta Sciences, Inc. a biotech start-up that produced molecular supplements. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Gerontology and Psychology and a Ph.D. in International Psychology. She is currently home sheltering in the Philippines, where she writes her collection of children’s stories and consults through virtual meetings. Dr. Manaay has nine pet dogs and the proud mother of Solitaire Miguel, a San Francisco resident and an educator of young minds.
Loving couple, Jesusa (Jess)
perhaps for the time being, social
Lucas-Lindow and Richard Lindow,
distancing by limiting the number of
are aware that Christmas 2020 may
invitees.
give birth to a new tradition because
of the pandemic, but they have
the way we live in many ways, but
resolved to keep old traditions alive in
in the spirit of Christmas, we’ll still
a way that is fitting and appropriate to
have immediate family members in
the times. Christmas decorations will
our home to continue with our family
be plenty and holiday music will float
tradition of being together for the
in the air at the Lindow’s beautiful
holidays,” said Jess.
home especially on Christmas Day
along with the delicious aroma of the
Jess’ two children, Jorissa “Nica”
Christmas fare they will be serving.
and Jovelle, who will come from the
There will be fun conversations and
Mainland, and her two sisters and
laughter. All these are part of the old
their children. In the past, they have
tradition. New tradition will include
given each other pricey gifts, but this
elevated hygienic practices, and
year, they opted to have an elephant
Jess cooks food once a month fortheInstitute of Human Services to serve to about 200-300 homeless people here in Hawaii.
“The pandemic has affected
Close family members include
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ALL IS WELL FOUNDATION donates to 15 schools and homeless communities in the Philippines every Christmas
exchange gifts in the $10 range and
clean, and renovate my deceased
Jess takes her philanthropy
allows us to have virtual holiday
thru virtual avenues,” said Jess.
everyone agreed to contribute the
parent’s house.”
to heart; she does not mind doing
get-togethers with friends and other
rest to the airfares of family members
Deemed by friends as a superb
manual labor for her foundation. Her
family members. And unlike in the
there’s nothing we can do to stop
who, because of the pandemic, are
cook, Jess will prepare most of
favorite task is baking ube-pandesal,
past when we manually mail out
it. What we can do is embrace the
having financial challenges.
the dishes and she had planned
which is popular among those who
greeting cards, this year we can
changes and make the most of our
“At this stage and with what’s
on having a country style festivity.
have tasted this delicious delicacy,
send cards and holiday greetings
new normal,” she added.
going on, material things are the
Coming from a humble beginning,
and she donates the sales proceeds
least of our concern. I’m just happy
Jess is thankful for her blessings
to her foundation. She also cooks
that my sister, Emily, who lives
and she expresses her gratitude
food once a month for the Institute
close by and her four children, Mary
by sharing what she has especially
of Human Services to serve to about
Eloisa, Christine and Kainoa, can
during Christmas. Under normal
300 homeless people in Hawaii.
celebrate Christmas with us. Her
circumstances, Christmas gathering
In a genuine sense of the word,
second child, Ivy, who will be coming
in their home would include other
Jess personifies someone who is
from the Mainland is also arriving.
family members, friends and
beautiful both inside and outside.
My other sister, Virgie, who lives in
associate.
She joined Mrs. Hawaii America
Florida and her husband, Mike, and
A dynamic and compassionate
State pageant in 2019, was crowned
daughter, Kailani, will join us too,”
soul, Jess considers Christmas one
Mrs. Windward Oahu, and also
Jess excitedly shared.
of her favorite holidays. But when
awarded the Best Community
This year, Christmas celebration
one examines how she lives her life,
Service honor. As the proud wife of
for the Lindows will include novena
it appears every day is Christmas for
Richard, a general superintendent
prayers for Jess’ father, Roman
her with her charitable giving. As a
at Hensel Phelps Construction
Marquez Lucas,who passed away in
hardworking homemaker and realtor,
Company, Jess considers herself
2018 and her mother, Nelia Garino
she has a hectic schedule but she
very lucky to have a supportive
Lucas, who followed her husband to
finds time to manage and fundraise
husband, who, despite his own
the next life a year later. Because of
for “All is Well” Foundation, a
success, remains humble and very
quarantine regulations, the Lindows
501C(3) non-profit organization she
loving. During pre-COVID-19 days,
regret not being able to invite close
founded to fulfill her goal of making
the couple enjoyed having friends
friends and other relatives.
a difference in people’s lives. All is
over, but the pandemic forced them
“Christmas is about families
Well Foundation has helped local
to adjust their lifestyle and limit their
celebrating together. It’s one reason
charitable causes and countless
socialization.
why despite challenging travel
needy people in Hawaii and in the
regulations and the threat of the
Philippines. The foundation provides
ban has been modified, enabling my
pandemic, we are making an effort
support to several schools and
daughters and my sisters and their
to be together,” Jess said. “One of
victims of natural calamities in the
children to join us for Christmas.
the things we will be doing is to clear,
Philippines.
I’m also happy that technology
“The world is changing and
“Thank goodness, the travel
Mrs. Hawaii America State pageant in 2019, Jess was crowned Mrs. Windward Oahu, and also awarded the Best Community Service
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ABOUT OUR COVER
This article is about reminiscing about past traditions and how things were before the pandemic. It tells a story of how family traditions and Christmas spirit is important especially during COVID-19. Its prepandemic life meets pandemic life during this holiday season.
Cover concept by Armando Busmente of ACB Graphics. Armand can be reached at abusmente@ ymail.com
COVER STORY BY:
By Ciara Higuchi Ciara Higuchi attended Palamanui Community College. A very compassionate and caring person , Ciara is
Donna and L-J’s trip to New Zealand in 2016
currently a CNA working in their family care home business.
‘ Tw a s t h e w e e k b e f o r e
to celebrate the greatest time of
of,All I Want for Christmas Is You,
Christmas sweaters, drinks, and
Christmas and people usually spend
the year. They also participate in
and the Urban-Higuchi’s are grateful
dancing!
this time with their families during
community events, such as parades,
to spend time together as a family.
the holidays, right? For the Urban-
parties, and attend their local Filipino
For many people, celebrating the
girls and two boys, and during the
Higuchi’s their way of celebrating
Club and Organizations’ holiday
holidays with others is what makes
holidays the children come back
this holiday season is changing.
events. But this year, they get to
the seasons special. This year they
home to Hawaii and celebrate. Last
As social distancing continues and
spend the holidays in the comfort of
planned to have family members
year before the holidays, one of
more families are spending time
their own home, with two daughters
celebrate Christmas with them, but
their daughters flew home to visit
apart, it is no different for the Urban-
and their two dogs.
because of COVID family members
and when COVID hit the states, she
Higuchis’. Throughout the holidays,
The sillage of cinnamon and
cannot join them this season. To
could not return to the mainland.
the Urban-Higuchi’s gather their four
nutmeg runs through the halls of their
bring the Christmas spirit up, they
She spent this year home with her
children, their two dogs, and some
home as Ciara, their daughter,turns
plan to have a Zoom Christmas
family quarantining together. As
of their extended family members
on Mariah Carey’s famous rendition
party filled with holiday music, ugly
many people went into quarantine,
The Urban-Higuchi’s have two
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Donna and their new puppy Fleur - 2020
Daniel and Ciara celebrating Donna’s birthday
was a blessing in disguise, she reminds the Urban-Higuchi’s to take nightly walks and to have fun. Fleur brings them happiness, innocence, and most importantly unconditional love. During this pandemic, they started taking their dogs to the local dog park (they follow CDC and state guidelines) every week. Also, recently enrolled Fleur into doggy daycare to make socialize. At first when she was introduced with other dogs, she was excited but shy, Christopher Higuchi, youngest son
and now she’s making lots of furry
their time together became more
friends.
memorable. In the famous words
of Hannah Montana, life is what
down and the palm trees swag in the
you make of it, and Donna is a firm
trade wins, you can see a tall white
believer of it. She often reminisces
house filled with chatter. You can
on the garden patch her parents left
see a Mixed Filipino family playing
Daniel, Christian, Jenna & Andrei having lunch in Ontario, California 2019
behind for their family. So, in her
games and watching Christmas
dishes during Christmas is lumpia
errands because they have an
gets sick. This year they wish that
little way, she started a new hobby
movies. Christmas PJs were worn
and pancit, and L-J’s favorite food
Adult Residential Care Home for
everyone does their Kuleana. To
of planting fruits and veggies during
as sleepy heads finally awake
is sushi. These popular traditional
the elderly. With COVID now being
following proper guidelines, staying
the pandemic. They continue to
from slumber. Christian and Hunter
spread everywhere, they are taking
safe, healthy, and helping eliminate
have nightly family dinners, Netflix
dishes, sushi and mochi (also known
started an annual tradition of family
as bibingka) to “stick together”, and
extra steps to ensure the health and
the spread of COVID-19.
and Disney+ movies nights, and
football games as they were enrolled
pancit to symbolize “a long life”. As
safety of their residents along with
even brought a new addition into
in pop warner. So, they decided
the years went on, they put their
the health and safety of themselves.
and Happiness in the New Year!
the family. They welcomed a new
every holiday season to gather their
family games on pause and switched
puppy into their home, named Fleur.
family as well as their friends to have
approaches, they are keeping in
She is an English Cream Golden
a fun filled football game at the park.
to watching televised games but maintained eating lots of good food.
mind that this year is the most
Retriever who is rambunctious and
Scratched up and sweaty they would
A lot of things have changed
important year of all. This is the time
fun loving. She is a friendly puppy
return home to traditional Filipino and
for the Urban-Higuchi’s since the
to stay safe and healthy. Keeping
who loves to play with Kai, their
Japanese food during the holidays.
pandemic started. Being extra careful
their distance from other and keep
senior Chocolate Labrador. Fleur
Christian, the eldest son’s favorite
when going out to do essential
everything clean so that none
In the 2000s as the sun crashed
As this holiday season
Best Wishes for the Holidays
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A Humble Heart will be Exalted (A Dedicatory Message for Firmo Dayao) By Janise Oshiro
Firmo Salvador Dayao August 9, 1949 - November 18, 2020
Like a trembling thunder but a complete eerie silence – this was the feeling I had when I heard the sad news that our very own Kuya Firmo passed away. Sincerely, I felt like I lost a brother, a friend, a tatay, a mentor. This is Kuya Firmo to many of us. Everyone has a special good story to tell about Kuya Firmo – an indication how he nurtured his life with such kindness, passion, and love. He was such an inspiration to many. But among all virtues – there is one that overshadows everything. It is his act of Humility. With all his accomplishments in life such as being the co-founder of COVO and of the Cebuano Association of Hawaii, Inc., to name one, he has remained so humble and down to earth that you won’t feel intimidated when you’re with him. I will always look up to you Kuya Firmo to remind myself to always be humble, no matter what. The Visayans and Cebuanos are grieving the loss of our incredible founder. He impacted everyone around him. He is an amazing man and so many people feel his loss. Although he is no longer with us, Kuya Firmo will always be in our thoughts and hearts. He has left a legacy to us, Filipinos here in Hawaii, which we will cherish as a group. I pray that my fellow Visayans and Cebuanos will be forever grateful to Kuya Firmo for all the love and support he gave to us. Life is indeed short. But short as it is – what matters more and most is how we live our lives. Kuya Firmo lived a colorful, meaningful, and purposeful life. Please accept our sincerest condolences to Ate Olive and to the family. We grieve for the passing of such a great man. My heart is melting as I know now that we no longer have Kuya Firmo in our midst. You will be missed, so much, Kuya. We love you and we will never forget you.
I am forever grateful to you.
May you rest in Peace.
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by Devani Gaoing
We all experience different feelings during Christmas. Sometimes we are filled with pain and sadness, healing from the loss of a loved one. Many feel stressed trying to make ends meet, figuring out how to make the holiday season special for their children. While others are too busy hustling that they don’t even have the time to feel whatever they are feeling. Amidst all the emotions that make us human, one feeling that most of us desire to experience during this special time of the year is love. We can be surrounded by fancy lights and have a pile of presents underneath a tree, but if we are lacking in love - these will all mean nothing. Now don’t get ahead of yourself and think, “Too bad I don’t have a significant partner to spend the holidays with.” I’m not just talking about the love that you see on those Hallmark Christmas movies. Love is not limited to just romantic love, but limitless for family, friends, our community,
How to make Christmas feel like Christmas animals, our planet, and ourselves. I would say the true feeling of Christmas is love. When we feel loved, we feel whole, joyful, and safe. To capture this feeling this time of the year, you must start with loving yourself. This will look different for everybody, but here’s a few examples of how I love myself during Christmas: Treating myself to homemade vegan hot cocoa, dancing my heart out to Christmas music, dressing festive in
red and green everyday until December 25th, and connecting with God and the angels. Once I have achieved filling up my own stocking, it is much easier for me to fill other stockings up with love. I love my family and spending quality time with them is my favorite. Having holiday traditions and doing them together helps us all get in the Christmas spirit. These are a few my family has a lot of fun with: picking out the best tree, putting up decorations, watching our favorite Christmas movies, and looking at the Honolulu City lights at Honolulu Hale. This year, my mom decided to change things up and we bought our tree from the Helemano ChristmasTree Farm in Wahiawa. Overlooking a field of Christmas trees with mountains in the distance is a beautiful sight you just don’t get while shopping for an imported tree, which is something we’ve done in the past. We couldn’t resist the amazing aroma from the Carolina Sapphire trees. It was an easy choice for us, mostly because the smell of the tree is one of the best parts about Christmas. Most years we buy our decorations, but sometimes we make our own. My sister and I would call ourselves the DIY queens. One year we made decorations out of sliced oranges, created a garland
out of colorful pom poms, baked our own gingerbread cookie ornaments, stuffed clear ornaments with fresh eucalyptus, and handmade mini macrame pieces on a cinnamon stick. As for movies, my absolute favorite is Elf. I spend a lot of time watching Hallmark, Lifetime, and Netflix festive movies during the holidays. Besides listening to Christmas music, this is probably the easiest way to get me feeling the wonder of Christmas. As much as I love celebrating the season with quality time, giving gifts is another one of my favorites. There is love throughout the whole process from choosing a gift to wrapping it. My gifts are usually sentimental, thoughtful, and meaningful. I make sure the gift is something that the person will find use for, and definitely not something that would be thrown on the side. Sometimes I’ll make someone a piece of jewelry out of shells I went diving for, or even a painting. For wrapping, I use the cutest wrapping papers, gift tags, and make my own bows. When I have time, I write a personal letter just to let the person know how grateful I am for them. Creating memories and keeping holiday traditions with family and friends fill up our own hearts, but giving back and bringing joy to the
community helps spread that Christmas cheer. There’s something about the holidays that make us open our hearts and want to lend a helping hand to those in most need. Even though this year may seem to bring more challenges than usual, I hope that by sharing a few ways that I get Christmas to feel like Christmas that you too will discover the same love, joy, and peace that is already within you this year.
Devani Gaoing is from Ewa Beach. She graduated from the University of Hawaii at Manoa with a BA in Psychology. She is currently focused on building her business as an Enagic Distributor, while offering energy healing services. She hopes to impact hundreds or more to live healthier, wealthier, and more sustainable lives to align with their soul’s purpose.
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By Amanda Ng
What is the difference between a pet and a companion? For as long as I can remember, my family has always had a pet: an outdoor family dog that dutifully protected our home. As a child, I did not fully grasp what it meant to care for another creature. They were simply animals that stayed outside, waiting to love and be loved. Amanda Ng enjoying play time with Carly
Amanda Ng working as a veterinary assistant at King Street Pet Hospital; treating a dog named Buffy
Carly, The Greatest Gift of All
It wasn’t until my freshman year of my undergraduate education where I finally realized how much my pets meant to me. Finally experiencing living without a furry friend there to pick me up when I had fallen, literally and figuratively, was an eye-opening experience. It was only then that I
realized just how much I had taken their unconditional love for granted. It was the beginning of my senior year in undergrad when I received a text from my mom with a picture of a puppy. Earlier that year, we had unexpectedly lost our Miniature Pinscher mix, Noa, in a hit and run. For months my mom searched for another dog to fill the void that Noa left in our family. She finally came across an ad for a Chow Chow mixed puppy from the Aloha Ilio Rescue on the Big Island. After many interviews and even a video house inspection, we were approved to adopt our rescue puppy named Carly. Unfortunately, I was not present during her first months in her new home, but I heard the stories from my mother. After eagerly walking into my dad’s arms at the airport, Carly cowered and flinched at every sound, raised hand, and sticklike object she encountered. At her first vet visit, the veterinarian reported that she was underweight, had a flea infestation, had intestinal parasites, and curiously had circular bald spots that resembled cigarette burns. He also noted how she constantly tucked in her right leg whenever she sat down and discussed an early onset of hip dysplasia, possibly from always protecting that leg after an injury. We knew she was a rescue, but we didn’t know how severe her abuse was until we rescued her. Her behavior at home
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Amanda Ng connecting to Carly with lots of love
Amanda Ng sharing a hug with her furry companion, Carly
suddenly made sense. After graduation, I returned home and was finally able to meet Carly. This experience was heartwarming, but also sad. At this point, Carly had made minimal progress in her recovery. She was excited to meet me, but too scared to get close. Immediately I began working with her to build up her confidence and to show her that she didn’t have to live in fear anymore. Using the skills I learned from working as a veterinary assistant, I started training her and my parents on how to properly care for a dog. Although she hates her bath days, I know she appreciates and loves me when I hear her happy sounds as she runs up to the fence to greet me. Nothing beats returning home after a long day and seeing Carly’s head shoved in between the bars of the fence as she excitedly tries to get to me, too impatient to wait for me to open the gate. My journey with Carly has shown me what it means to have a companion and not just a pet. Watching her grow and finally being able to enjoy a walk without her cowering in fear at every little thing has provided me with a lifechanging experience. We often take for granted our furry family members with their unwavering loyalty. They enrich our lives with not only love, but also companionship, joy, and laughter. Carly has done even more for me by helping me realize my passion for veterinary medicine. With the holiday season upon us, this is a great time to consider the gift of a new home and family for adoptable dogs without one. Finding that special furry companion to share your own life’s journey with is the greatest gift of all.
Amanda Ng is a graduate of Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska. She is currently working part-time as a veterinary assistant at King Street Pet Hospital and is a full-time graduate student at the University of Hawaii at Manoa studying fermentation biochemistry. As an avid animal lover, she aspires to be a veterinarian so she can share her passion and help pet owners and their fur babies.
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Spider Veins and Varicose Veins –
Not Just a Cosmetic Problem! By Dr. Randall S. Juleff
Over 50 percent of the American
adult population suffers from some sort of vein problem with their legs. If you have immediate family members who have had varicose veins or spider veins then the odds go up even further. Some of us who have
cosmetic issues than women, their
venous reflux disease. Superficial
leg veins dilate with time.
our visual scrutiny. So, spider veins
a very strong family history have an
symptoms and findings certainly
venous reflux is a disease process
As the vein dilates, the one-way
and varicose veins are not just a
80-90 percent likelihood that we will
warrant evaluation and intervention
that affects the hundreds of little
valves no longer function properly
cosmetic problem and if one suffers
when indicated just the same.
one-way valves that are normally
and blood actually starts flowing
from these findings it’s best to be
suffer from venous disease at some point in our lifetime.
Many people consider spider
seen in the leg veins. The presence
downward, in the wrong direction.
evaluated fully by a board certified
Vein problems do seem to be
veins and varicose veins a cosmetic
in leg veins of one-way valves is
This downward flow of blood leads
vascular surgeon who specializes
more prevalent in women but we
inconvenience only. Nothing could
the thing that assures that blood
to pooling and increased pressures
in vein care. The good news is that
see varicose veins and significant
be further from the truth! Most people
travels upward, against gravity and
throughout the venous system of
modern vein care is nearly painless
venous reflux in men all of the
that we see that have these findings
back toward the heart. Genetics,
each leg. The constant increase
and can be accomplished fully
time. In general, although men are
have them for a reason. That reason
pregnancies, and several other
in pressure is then transmitted
with in-office; minimally invasive
a little less concerned about the
is something that we call superficial
things may work together to make
outward, more superficially and that
procedures that result in no down
is what leads to the dilatation of the
time and can be nearly 100 percent
more superficial venous vessels
effective.
that we then see on our skin. The dilated superficial veins we see are spider veins and varicose veins. This constant downward pressure can also lead to more serious changes such as skin discoloration that becomes permanent, drying and rash formation, and even chronic ulceration that can lead to infection
Dr. Randall S. Juleff is a board certified
and gangrene.
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By Hilda Herrera Borja
December is the most joyously awaited month of the year. It’s a season for religious and secular celebrations as well as a time to reconnect with family and friends. Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and Christmas are among the religious observances this holiday season. For us, Christians, it’s the time we commemorate the birth of our Messiah, The Lord Jesus Christ. Before you finish checking off your holiday To Do List, in preparation for this glorious festivity, I’d like to invite you to take a brake and join me on a brief walk down memory lane of Philippine history— as it relates to our Christian tradition of celebrating Christ’s birthday with the rest of Christendom, in December. Come! Let’s affirm to ourselves that despite the lingering Stay-at-home order, this China virus will not deter us from celebrating the coming of our Redeemer. We may not be able to congregate but we can still celebrate AND even revisit Philippine history, as it relates to Christ’s birthday. So Tara na (let’s go)! For centuries, our celebration of Pasko (Christmas) has been a joyful month-long religious and cultural festivity. It’s an exciting season for both young and old alike... a time for honoring Jesus, family reunions, merriment, special meals and treats, as well as gift giving. The Philippines has been rightfully called “a melting pot”, having been influenced by many nations through commerce and cultural exchanges, for centuries. Our rich Christian heritage was birthed through our faith journey which began hundreds of years ago. In fact, our monotheistic belief in God goes as far back as the 15th century when the Philippines became a colony of Spain. Subsequently, our forefathers embraced many of this European country’s cultural and religious values. And interestingly, to seal our relationship with the Spanish monarchy, our country was named after the Spanish ruler, Rey Felipe II or King Phillip II. So, in Spanish language, the Philippines has since been called Filipinas and we’ve been called Filipinos. Many Spanish customs and traditions became part of our Filipino
heritage. It is of no surprise that we’ve inherited Spanish first and last names from our forefathers. Also, our national language and regional dialects are replete with Spanish words and expressions. Likewise, arrozcaldo, relleno, adobo, escabeche and other aromatic Spanish cuisines have since graced our daily meals and fiestas. And to travel enthusiasts, visiting Spanish World Heritage sites has become a much awaited pleasant surprise reminiscent of a bygone era. Christianity—particularly Roman Catholicism—became our crowning glory vested by the Spanish conquestadores. For many Filipinos, being a Christian is a badge of honor passed down from one generation to the next. The end of the Spanish occupation marked the dawning of a new era— with the arrival of the Americanos toward the beginning of the 20th century. We’ve regarded these Caucasians more as benefactors than colonizers. They were well-spoken and congenial unlike their predecessors. We adapted to their lifestyle as well as their educational and health care system. We became enamored with anything “Stateside” like M&M candies, apples, fashion and electronics. They also reinforced Christianity by sending their missionaries to our probinsiyas and baryos. To date, the majority of Filipino Christians remain Catholic while a growing minority have embraced other Christian denominations. To seal our brotherly tie with the Americans, we even adopted English as our second language. Consequently, these two cultural assets of being the only Christian nation in Asia and as undoubtedly,
a proud “Americanized Englishproficient Asians” became our claim to fame as rightful “citizens of the world”. So for us, Filipino-Americans, we proudly salute both flags of the two countries that we so dearly love. The celebration of Christmas has become an indelible part of our Spanish-American Christian heritage. Although there has been a longstanding and unsettled discourse about Jesus’ actual birth date OR whether He was even born in a trough, in the dead of a snowy night... we may never know given Jesus was born long before social media was even conceived. Suffice it to say that we may never know. What matters the most for us, Christians is that we believe that Jesus Christ is our Savior. And, that our spiritual connection with Him— “The peace that passes all understanding (Philippians 4:7)— lives WITHIN us. Pre-CoVid lockdown, Christmas jubilation was already in the air as early as October— as evidenced by the intermingling of Christian practices and the commercialization of the holiday season. Enterprising business owners would tap into the extravagant buying power of consumers by offering holiday bargains galore. On the home front, many true blue Pinoys would showcase colorful parols (Christmas lanterns) adorned with strings of “dancing lights”— on their windows and even on their rooftops. And, a welldecorated Christmas tree would grace the living room right after Thanksgiving day. The highlight of our festivities would come on the eve of the 24th when we would celebrate with family and friends. With joyful Yuletide
songs on the background and cheerful greetings, we would open our doors to family, friends and even friends of friends. We would partake in sumptuous Christmas dinner followed by the singing of Christmas carols and fun-filled games and gift exchange. We would conclude our evening by attending the simbang gabi (midnight mass) or misa de gallo (rooster’s mass) on Christmas Eve. Our merrymaking continues the following day— CHRISTMAS DAY!— by opening the rest of our gifts, visiting friends and feasting on our leftover pre-Christmas dinner. Fast forward to this year... The usual upbeat holiday spirit has been subdued. True, business establishments— that are still afloat— did break out their festive holiday decors early, to boost their holiday sales. BUT, the usual jubilant Christmassy mood has not been in the air, the way it used to be. The lingering Corona narratives and the uncertain prospect of “UNlocking” us down— at anytime soon— have somehow dampened our desire to have a ball. And, it appears that some of us have now grown battle-fatigued... too weary to even hang a Christmas wreath on our front door. But— take heart y’all because: It’s still CHRISTmas! We MUST carry on and celebrate our Redeemer AND... ourselves... regardless. We’ve gone this far and the battle is almost won. With God on our side, we’ll defeat this virus that has caused unprecedented physical, mental, emotional and economic hardship to thousands— not to mention, educational deprivation to our children and consequent sadness and isolation among them.
As Christians, our faith is our spiritual bastion of freedom. We believe in our heart of hearts that Jesus came with the GOOD NEWS of OUR REDEMPTION! He came to free us from our sin nature and from our invisible enemy of FEAR— that despite untold challenges that we’ve been subjected to this year, God will continue to sustain our strength (Joshua 40:29-31). And, with the fearless LION OF JUDAH (Jesus, Himself) (Revelation 5:5) on the helm, we’ll press on — COURAGEOUSLY and NOT retreat because “if God is for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31). We are a hardy people and tough times don’t last but tough people do. So in the end, WE WIN! Therefore, this CHRISTmas season, let’s focus our attention on the TRUE meaning of our celebration by meditating on the Book of Isaiah, Chapter 9 and Verse 6: “For unto us, a Child is born. Unto us, a Son is given. And the government of the world shall be upon His shoulder. His Name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace. So, let’s celebrate JESUS, our reason for the season! Have a very Merry CHRISTmas to all! Hilda Herrera Borja is a freelance writer. She retired as a Behavioral Health Provider for the Department of Defense. Thereafter, she worked as a Military & Family Life Consultant/ Counselor for all branches of the military on the Island of Oahu. Being a columnist for the Fil-Am Courier is her way of connecting with and serving our Filipino community.
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By Brandon Elefante Councilmember City and County of Honolulu
Councilmember Elefante Elected to National League of Cities Board Councilmember Elefante was elected by more than 2,400 members of the National League of Cities (NLC) to their board of directors during its 2020 Virtual City Summit. The NLC is the largest national organization comprised of city, town, and village leaders and advocates for city priorities in Washington by building strong federal-local partnerships. As a member of the NLC Board, Councilmember Elefante will meet in March, June, and November 2021 to review and guide NLC’s strategic direction. He is the only elected official from Hawaii on this board comprised of 62 officers actively engaged in local government service across our nation. To learn more about NLC, go to www.nlc.org. Councilmember Elefante Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Intergovernmental Partnerships Councilmember Elefante introduced Resolution 20-324, which joins the City and County of Honolulu with the National League of Cities
to strengthen intergovernmental partnerships at the federal level to rebuild transportation infrastructure in our community. The resolution recognizes that prioritizing transportation innovation, performance, safety, mobility, and congestion relief would help to reinvigorate our local economy, boost transportation safety, and increase multi-modal transportation opportunities for travel. Resolution 20-324 was adopted by the Honolulu City Council in December 2020. Give Your Feedback on Oahu Regional Transportation Plan Projects Councilmember Elefante serves as the Vice Chair of the Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OahuMPO) Policy Board. OahuMPO coordinates the distribution of federal transportation dollars for the island of Oahu. The organization is seeking feedback about 17 new proposed projects and programs requesting funding in the Oahu Regional Transportation Plan (ORTP) 2045. You have until January 22, 2021 to check out this link and let them know what your think: https://arcg. is/rKCmC1 Lifting Our Voices and Participating in Climate Change A Climate Ready Oahu Strategy is being developed, and the City
Representative Aaron Johanson, Representative Gregg Takayama, Senator Bennette Misalucha, Senator Clarence Nishihara, Councilmember Brandon Elefante, and Representative Sam Kong volunteered their time to hand out food to 300 families on December 5 at Pearlridge Center. The event was a community collaboration with the Aiea Community Association,Aiea High School Alumni Association and PTSO, Aloha Harvest, Pearl City Community Association, area churches, area elected officials, the Boy Scouts, Pearl City High School, Pearl City High School Alumni Association, Pearlridge Center, Kamehameha Schools, and Pearl City Foundation.
needs your input on developing actions to address climate impacts. One way you can participate is by filling out the Intro Survey and reviewing past climate adaptation meeting materials. Since climate change affects everybody, planning how to adapt also needs to involve everybody. You can find the survey at: https://www.climateready oahu.org/ participate There will also be new opportunities for participation such as virtual community meetings starting in January of 2021 to learn about community priorities, concerns, and experiences. Visit https://www.climate readyoahu.org/ for more information. Consider Running for Your Neighborhood Board in 2021 From now through February 19, 2021, Oahu residents may register to vote or be a candidate for the 2021-2023 Neighborhood Board term. Oahu’s Neighborhood
Councilmember Elefante joined from left to right: Darrell Bactad, Richard Mizusawa, Eric Fujimoto, and Ashleigh Loa at the Senator Breene Harimoto School Supply Drive for Aiea Complex Schools at St. Timothy’s Church in Aiea.
Councilmember Elefante joined members of the Harimoto Ohana, Parks Staff, and Mayor Caldwell at the official dedication of the Breene Harimoto Manana Community Park. The park is a living tribute to Senator Harimoto’s selfless lifetime of public service.
Board System was created in 1973 to increase community participation in the decision-making process of government. Any Oahu resident who will be at least 18 years of age by Friday, February 19, 2021, can become a registered voter, including military personnel, military family members, and legal resident aliens. To register to be a candidate in the 2021 Neighborhood Board Election visit www2.honolulu.gov/ nbe or call 768-3710 to request a registration form. The 2021 Neighborhood Board Election will be held online. The website will not be activated until the voting period begins on Monday, April 26, 2021 and concludes on Friday, May 21, 2021.
If you are unable to vote online, you can request a paper ballot by calling the Ballot Request Hotline at 768-3705 no later than Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 4:30 p.m. with your full name, birthdate, and residential address. Returned ballots must be postmarked by Friday, May 21, 2021 and received by the NCO no later than Friday, May 28, 2021.
Brandon Elefante represents Honolulu City Council District VIII, which covers Aiea - Pearl City - Waipahu. He can be reached at (808) 768-5008, and his email is belefante@ honolulu.gov.
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By Dr. Steven Rhee
Board-certified Ophthalmologist at Hawaiian Eye Center
When celebrating with the keiki
in your life this holiday season, be vigilant not to allow a toy-related injury to ruin a child’s holiday. This is the message from the American Academy of Ophthalmology this December. The risk to children’s eye health is a real factor to consider when buying toys for the keiki in your life: roughly 1 in 10 children’s eye injuries that end up in the ER are caused by toys.
Dr. Steven Rhee of the
D e c e m b e r i s S a f e T o y s a n d C e l e b r a ti o n s M o n th
Hawaiian Eye Center shares, “Eyes
More severe trauma can lead to
are particularly vulnerable to injuries,
retinal detachment, ruptured eyeball,
experts at Hawaiian Eye Center:
and serious injuries to the eye can
and even blindness. Thankfully,
have long-term effects. Commonly
there are many ways to give exciting
• Avoid purchasing toys with
reported injuries from toys include
giftswhile avoiding the risk of serious
sharp, protruding or projectile
corneal abrasions and hyphema.
injury to the children in your life.”
parts
Here are some tips from the
recommendations and be
celebratory champagne in order to
sure to select gifts that are
avoid spending New Year’s Eve in
appropriate for a child’s age
the emergency room: 1. Loosen cage by rotating the
and maturity • Keep toys for older children
tab 6 half turns. ...
away from younger children
2. Hold bottle at a 45° angle,
• Make sure children have
• If your child experiences an
away from you, and start to
appropriate supervision
eye injury from a toy, seek
rotate the base of champagne
when playing with potentially
immediate medical attention
bottle while holding the cork
hazardous toys or games that
from an ophthalmologist
and cage firmly with a towel. 3. Apply increasing pressure to
could cause an eye injury • Ensure that laser product
Most importantly, the American
hold the cork/cage as you feel
labels include a statement
Academy of Ophthalmology advises
the cork start to push out with
that the device complies with
parents to be cautious when
the bottle pressure.
21 CFR (the Code of Federal
choosing holiday gifts for young
Regulations) Subchapter J
people and recommends avoiding
Happy Holidays from all of us at
• If you give a gift of sports
those that launch projectiles, such
Hawaiian Eye Center!
equipment, also give the
as crossbows and BB guns. Dr.
appropriate protective
Rhee reminds parents to “please
eyewear with polycarbonate
remember to provide adequate
lenses. Check with your
supervision and have conversations
ophthalmologist to learn
with your children about prioritizing
about protective gear
safety when playing with their new
recommended for your child’s
toys this year.”
Dr. Steven Rhee is a board-certified
sport
Additionally, remind the adults
ophthalmologist at Hawaiian Eye Center.
in your life to safely open their
Dr. Rhee hosts “The Hawaiian Eye Show,”
• C h e c k l a b e l s f o r a g e
Aloha, Mele Kalikimaka, and
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