Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 23, Number 1, 1 January 2006 — Hauʻoli Makahiki Hou! [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

Hauʻoli Makahiki Hou!

Dnnald D. Cataluna TrustEE, Kaua'i and Ni'ihau

As we begin the new year, let us give thanks to all that sustains us. We shall continue our search for inspiration and renewed dedication for our quest for self-determination and justice for Native Hawaiians. It is vital for us to develop consensus on key issues and to have one voice that will be heard in Washington, D.C. We

continue to work to bring this about. Leadership is listening to our beneficiaries as to what they need and finding ways to balance those needs with the resources at hand and to ensure the course ahead makes sense. We are dedicated to this path. We will not resign ourselves to failure. The spirit of our people is founded on a strong belief in tomorrow. We share that belief and looking forward to the coming year. We will be working hard to improve our planning and capabilities for the ensuing year. The old year is over. A new one comes. May it be the best year yet filled with happiness and blessings. Have a joyous and prosperous 2006!