Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 2, Number 8, 1 ʻAukake 1985 — Doris Hurley Named Essay Contest Winner [ARTICLE]

Doris Hurley Named Essay Contest Winner

The May issue of Ka Wai Ola O OHA noted that the 80th anniversary of the 'Ahahui Ka'ahumanu was being observed this year. In conjunction with its birthday celebration, the 'Ahahui also held an essay contest for its members. The winner is Mrs. Doris Hurley of Honolulu whose composition follows: "As a young girl, I would admire the refined iooking ladies dressed in their black holokus in the Kamehameha Day parade, year after year. For me, at that time, to even think of being a part of this elegant group was like reaching for a star. So, first and foremost, membership in the 'Ahahui is a treasured fulfillment of a most precious childhood desire. "It means the gentle embrace that accompanies a tender

kiss of greeting; the twinkle that still remains in the eyes of our silver-haired members in their twilight years; and the heavenly sound of music as we sing our song, 'Lei Ka'ahumanu.' "Also, the laughter of enjoyment at our celebrations; the moment of serenity while the prayer is whispered at meetings; and the occasions of sadness for a member who has passed on to eternal splendor. It has meant participation and serving, whieh has been very difficult at times, but as the saying goes, 'The soul could never have a rainbow if the eyes have no tears.' "I am honored and privileged to stand up and be counted as one of the 'chosen few.' 'Ahahui Ka'ahumanu you are now my magnificent obsession!"