BYU-Hawaii Commencement a New Generation

An achievement worthwhile and well deserving, a college degree, not just any degree, but a Bachelor of Arts Degree. December 18, 2009 - the 79th Commencement of BYU-Hawaii Campus was held at the Cannon Activity Center. There is nothing more satisfying then to see a member of your family receive such an achievement and look back on the good, the bad and the ugly in trying to accomplish this goal. We want to wish our daughter, Karen-Elizabeth Piilani Nihipali, a job well done in receiving her Bachelor of Art Degree and wish her all the best as she continues on with life. She is definitely setting an example for her family members to do their best in their lives. We want to wish her the best and keep striving to do her best. Love you Sister!!!!

Last Testament and Blessings of 2009

Well it's December and the Nihipali's have a couple events to celebrate before the 2009 year comes to an end.

Our daughter Karen Nihpali will enter in matrimonial bliss this coming December 30th at the Kona Hawaii Temple. But not without having to graduate first on December 18th from BYU-Hawaii Campus.

She will be graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 3-Dimensional Art with a Minor in Instructional Design Development. Her fiance'e soon to be husband will continue in school with 1 1/2 years left in a Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Systems/Computer Science.

This is an exciting time and truly full of blessings. Our Heavenly Father has truly blessed us this first year and we recognize that it has everything to do with the service of our son, Elder Tyrell Nihipali, as well as our future son Nolo Lavaki.

We are truly grateful for the wonderful blessing.

Gratitude

Well the Nihipalis have many blessing to be grateful for. We are grateful for our food, clothing, and shelter. we are grateful for our children. we are grateful for our missionary who is serving the Lord in Ogden, UT. We are also grateful for our daughter who will be entering the house of the Lord in Holy Matrimony soon. We are grateful for our family and friends who help us in small and big ways.

We know that families are forever. And we are living proof of the legacy that is left behind by our faithful parents and grandparents in teaching us the ways of the Lord. May we continue to always look toward the heavens for guidance as well as gratitude within our hearts.

Kaluna & Hirirau Cruz'in

It's been four months since our last entry.  Kaluna and Hiriau was just cruz'in on the rip stick at home.  Hirirau looked cute in her helmet.  And Kaluna was just tak'in it easy on the rip stick given her a ride up and down the drive way.

Missionary At Work

This is the latest picture sent by Elder Nihipali in the Ogden Utah Mission. As you can see he is busy; The field is ripe and ready to harvest! He is enjoying the Lord's work and we are happy that he is happy doing it!!!!

Ladies of the 80's Night at Neal Blaisdell Arena

For mothers day this year Duke and I went to the Ladies of the 80's concert held at the Neal Blaisdell Arena!!! It was so cool! And I must say it was neat to see that over the years they all have their own goals and desires to accomplish and have completed their goals as well.

It was refreshing to see that they have important values and important causes to be involved in. The picture is a bit blurry - but it was a good concert. And they think like mothers because the couldn't stay out longer then 10:00 pm. That was Awesome!!!! If you look to side bar we have one picture of this evening!!! They even got to learn how to do the "hukilau on stage" - My husband and to hold me back from running on stage.

May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii

May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii! - The Young Lady to the right was the Kahuku Elementary School May Day Queen. The picture are of her sisters and friend that participated in the 2009 May Day Activity held at the Cannon Activity Center. Our Kaluna also participated in the 3rd Grade Motown activity.

What's Up with the Naniloa Nihipali's

It's been a few months since our last entry; All is well with the Nihipali Ohana.
Just want to give an update on the Naniloa Nihipali Troop. Winter Semester At BYU-Hawaii is over; Spring Semester begins next week. It's a new term this year and all is happening very quickly.

Kaluna received his Super Raider award on April 13 - for the month of March 2009; He's started playing baseball for the Rebels Minors Little League Team. Hit a Home Run. Kapua is in school and making the best of it; Moani is doing well at BYU-Hawaii Campus; And Duke and Kamaile are busy as ever with the PAL Baseball League and working at BYU-Hawaii Campus.

We are all doing the best that we can to make sure that everyone is doing okay. Last buy not least Elder Nihipali is doing well on his mission and working hard in bringing in at least "one soul" to reap the blessings of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Elder Nihipali Arrives in Ogden Utah!!!

Jan 27 - Elder Nihipali finally wrote by e-mail and arrives in Ogden Utah. He has his new companion and he has already been to his first wedding in the temple and participated in his first baptism.

His doesn't have much time to write everyone an e-mail; but we have sent to him a list of all family e-mail addresses to include in his address book. He can write once a week. He is looking good and says that he loves the cold. To all the family, he is doing well and we can't wait to hear more exciting and uplifting stories of the work he is doing.

The Before and After Look! Cuz'ins forever!!!!

This is Now!!! Noenoe, Kamaile & Kaui

Never change much did we?

That was then!!! - Noenoe, Kamaile and Kaui!!!

Kekuaokalani Ohana Reunion 2009

The Nihipali Ohana participated in this past weekend Family Reunion 2009 at Kakela. As you can see the Ohana was having fun taking pictures and everyone was in on the act! We all had a wonderful time with the activities. The cousins got a chance to play with each other and watch movies and participate in games and talent show. Everyone had the "Bomb-Diggity Time"
(Missing in the picture is Kulani and his family and Jon and his family)

Write to Elder Nihipali

Write to Elder Nihipali to:

Elder Tyrell K. Nihipali

Ogden Utah Misson

2133 Washington Boulevard

Ogden, UT 84401-1434

Elder Nihipali will be in the MTC till Januar 21, 2009. Afterwhich he will be reporting to the Ogden Utah Mission and a new address will be announced at that time. Thank you all for those who have given support for this missionary. Mahalo nui Loa and Aloha!