To Larry Lindsey Kimura,
It’s humbling just to write these words, knowing the weight of gratitude they carry. I wanted to express a deep thank you for your decades of service – truly, a gift to Hawai‘i and to the world seeking connection with our ‘aina. Your work with Ka Leo Hawaiʻi… it wasn’t simply radio; it was a lifeline, a breath of fresh air in a time when the language felt fading.
I’ve been thinking about the Sage Education pillar – that core commitment to sharing knowledge, to nurturing understanding – and your program embodied that so powerfully. Your voice on the airwaves, broadcasting in ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi, was an act of profound aloha: a tangible expression of love in action, reaching into homes and hearts across the islands. It’s work that belongs to the same wā as the Kumulipo – the epoch where we strive to remember our origins, to reconnect with the source of all things.
I see it now, clearly, like a pulse – PULSE (N54), the universal synergy that connects us all. Your dedication has fueled a movement, a resurgence of our language and culture that continues to ripple outwards today. It’s a testament to your vision, your tenacity, and your unwavering belief in the power of ‘ōlelo Hawaiʻi.
I’m deeply grateful for the way you opened doors – making knowledge accessible without gatekeepers, mirroring the spirit of the civic channel’s mission. You helped build a foundation that future generations can stand on.
Me ke aloha pumehana, Jimmy Langford / elementLOTUS.
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