A Long Way From Anywhere

Kau is the name of the southern region of Hawaii Island. It’s a very rural area of ranchers and farms. It only has a few small towns, mine being one of them.
We are 50 miles from Kona and 70 miles from Hilo, the two “cities” on the island.

When I need supplies I often take the drive to Hilo. This was the case a few days ago and I took a few pictures on the trip.

On my way to Hilo I pass through Hawaii Volcano National Park. This lush habitat is full of beautiful flowers and is a stark contrast to the rocky barren coastline throughout Kau.

~this ginger blossom came home with me and is still filling my home with its heavenly scent~

Thousands of Hawaiian people lived here in the past. These south facing slopes were covered in terraced farms and homes. It was the “ bread basket” of the island.

In recent times, as food security becomes more prominent in community planning these farms are slowly returning.

I’m grateful to be a small farmer in this community.