Leilani at 49 Weeks

King Kamehameha I Day

This a big deal here in Hawaii.  It is a state holiday!  200 years ago, in 1810 Kamehameha the Great unified the Hawaiian Islands. There is a parade and they drape the bronze sculpture of King Kamehameha with 30 foot long floral lei.

Even our native son, (yes, he was born in Hawaii), President Barack Obama proclaims today as Kamehameha Day!

Leilani is not one to let a chance to celebrate get past her.  This morning she dressed up in her only lei.  It looks a bit worse for wear but it is very special to her.  This unique garland started with a sash from a Halekulani Hotel bath robe.  We attached various toys and most have fallen or been chewed off.  Froggy is the long time survivor.  He still has a squeak button inside if you know where to push.

Leilani's name means heavenly garland or royal child.  Today she is both!