Could'a...Would'a...Should'a...

'Ia Oe E Ka La hula competition starts today. We should be competing this weekend but we're not. This is the competition I'd been training and fundraising for all year. But... it seems that the old cliche holds true - things happen for a reason, eh? In hindsight, there may have been a few obstacles that could be taken as "signs" that perhaps we just weren't ready to use this kahiko piece this year. Looking forward, there are no excuses for next November. We have a year to nail this piece and to raise funds for costumes and adornments. Expectations run higher when there's already been disappointment. I can definately say I was disappointed when I heard we were withdrawing this year, but am confident that those who are serious about competing and partaking in the experience will be as inspired and tenacious about 'Ia Oe 2010. See ya there.