09/15/2026
It’s been 1 week since Lowell… and honestly, we are just taking it day by day. It’s been a lot to process and navigate which has been difficult and kind of mind-numbing at times. But on the bright side, a lot of progress has been made. 🙏🏽 And we have all become more human in the process. 🌅
Mahalo to all of the friends and clients that have checked in. We are okay, our family is okay, but there are many on island who are not.
For those with an open mind and open heart, here is more information and suggestions on ways to help from both near and afar.
Humanitarian needs and small business needs are essential to keeping the spirit of Kaua‘i alive. I will post about resources for individual families and businesses on my stories as well. 💜
If you are able to, please consider donating or spreading the word.
People have lost their entire homes, jobs, animals, and farms.
Lives were lost.
Thousands are still without power.
Hundreds suffered major damages.
Resources post-hurricane were slim, and still are.
The coasts on the west side and south side have been devastated.
Downed trees almost everywhere you look.
People arguing over fixing problems ASAP and rushing around to get back to normal, versus what long-term solutions and sustainability looks like.
Lots of fatigue, confusion, and anxiety for the future.
Every Hawaiian island has been impacted by natural disasters this year and we are not out of Super El Niño season yet.
If you have the means to support or share or even send out a heartfelt prayer — all of these things are appreciated.
Working in the wedding and hospitality industry, we know firsthand how deeply we rely on tourism. We fully recognize that businesses that are dependent on visitors face a heavy financial impact in the coming weeks and months. Even in the wake of a disaster, fixed costs like rent, utilities, and payroll do not pause. Especially with family-run businesses, the pressure to stay afloat is immense.
Many have lost their jobs due to properties being wiped out by the storm surge from Lowell.
Vendors have already dealt with numerous cancellations of weddings and events.
Locally-owned food trucks, restaurants, tour
