TOAMOTU Reunion

We just had our family reunion and it was ON TOP! It started on Thursday. We was up in the church playing some real fun games. My little sister and niece ran the whole program on their own. I am very proud of them. It makes me happy when the kids step up. They've stepped up way harder then a bunch of people my age. Afterwards, a bunch of us went to 2 Grand Saloon up in Old Sac. We played it up hard. One of our cousins got way fali...but I only hope she can say she had fun. Friday went hard, too. Unfortunately, I had to work, so I missed a bunch of set-up and all that. I was hella pissed off because some of the people popping fireworks were throwing them at the little kids. I had told them to stop, but obviously Im not "IN" because apparently it was funny to see everyone scatter when they see the crackers. I wonder if its just as funny when you see people rushed to the hospital with third degree burns? That was probably the worst part. I was hella cussing and screaming and then I had to just sit and kick it and let it be. I mean, the kids who were doing all the drama had their own parents. And I was the only one tripping, so the problem had to be me. Plus, I had my niece and she was getting hella scared. So I just sat back and prayed that nothing went wrong, and it didn't. It was hot. Saturday started late. I planned it like that because I didnt want people (mostly the old folks) having to sit in the hot sun for the whole freaking day. Anyway, the boys did the most mingling. They managed to get some volleyball games started...when the lazy ass girls finally got up, they moved on to the football field. It was very nice. We had a family meeting and I was able to do my little program where I bragged about the little kids...AND THEY GOT GOODIES BAGS! I spent the whole weekend begging and reminding the parents to fill out "brag" cards, and some of them didnt trust me. As soon as I started, and as soon as they seen their kids sitting there about to not get bragged about the cards started flying my way. I dont care that they were late...Id rather have them late then never. I dont matter because I would have made up some stuff for them anyway. I was not trying to have anyone left out. Anyway, you just had to be there. It was an amazing experience filled with memories, joys, stress, love, care and just so many other words that havent been created yet. Oh yeah, I forgot...after the last night, I went to my sister's house and got HELLA faded. Probably a seriously bad idea. I was so sick on Sunday. No worries, Im back in business now. Lol.

Oh yeah, you wont see any pictures from Saturday because my fali arse lost the camera. Im kindah mad at my sister for even giving me the camera. That was definitely a party foul. Oh well, we live and we learn. But I really need to find that camera. The camera is like my life. It needs to be found...so if you stole it, or if you accidentally took it, it'd be a sure blessing if you sent it back my way. Or at least send me the memory card so I can get the pictures...cuz...I can always buy another camera. Anyway, Im talking like anyone reads this, lol! Love much everyone! Oh yeah, next year...

Sione Tea Sinamoni
TOAMOTU
Family Reunion
Salt Lake City/Lehi, Utah
Thursday, July 2 - Saturday, July 4, 2008

Desired Things

I know it's been awhile, but what better way to update than with a list of "desired things".

Desiderata - Max Ehrmann

Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence.

As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.

Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant; they too have their story.

Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they are vexatious to the spirit.

If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter, for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.

Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.

Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.

Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery.

But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism.

Be yourself.

Especially do not feign affection.

Neither be cynical about love, for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment, it is as perennial as the grass.
Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.

Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune.

But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.

Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself.

You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here.

And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.

Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be.

And whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul.

With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world.

Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.