Mana, the Mea Oli (Chantress)
Birth Date: 'Apelila 8, 2016 (04/08/16)
Mana's spiritual energy empowers, enchants, flows and radiates.
Ma’ema’e ke ‘ala e holo ala
E ala mai, E naue mai, E noke mai e
Clear the path to move on
Awake, Move, Persevere
In harmony to the sacred beat of her Ipu (gourd), Mana's
dance and chants touch the heart and reach deeply into the ancestor’s
world. Mana is honoring the Akuas (spirits) of the enchanting, secluded
mountains in Kau on the Big Island of Hawaii.
Aglow with focused energy, strength and agility, Mana moves
in harmony with the spirits of nature.
In the Aloha (compassion) spirit, the LÅkahi (unity) spirit,
and the Pono (righteousness) spirit, Mana's dance and chants honor the Akuas,
tell stories about Aumakuas (ancestral guardians), respect for all things and
the sacredness of life.
Mana’s dance and chants inspire us to awake, move forward and
persevere,
to embrace our spiritual energy with intention, determination and
courage.
Tutu sewed Mana's green top and green and purple skirt. Tutu
crocheted purple panties and matching little shoes for Mana.
In Hawaii Ipus grow on a vine. Mana's Tutu picked the most
beautiful one for her Mo'opuna. She lovingly cleaned and polished it. This was
her sacred gift of Aloha (Love) to Mana and became her most treasured
possession.
Mana is about 4” tall, fitting in the palm of your hand. The
body is made out of stretch cotton and wired for flexibility. The eyes and
mouth are intricately embroidered onto the face. Mana has tiny little hands and
feet, ears, buttocks, and a belly button. All accessories were individually
handcrafted.
Mana is a one of a kind display doll handcrafted by Hawaiian
Dolls. She comes with her story and a certificate of authenticity.
Mana attunes us to the spirit of Hawaii
