It's a beautiful, sunny day on Kauai. Birdsong whistles brightly through the air. Sunlight rakes yellow across shades of green. Shadows playfully hide.
Rain is over. Sky is blue. Wind has turned to swaying breezes. Tropical fragrances float like clouds through the island.
There are fewer people on the streets and paths.
Tonight at 9 a curfew begins through 5 in the morning.
The mayor of Kauai is attempting to isolate the island from incoming visitors to protect a population of some 65,000.
Twenty-six cases of COVID-19 throughout the island chain.
Resorts are beginning to slow down to empty lobbies, swimming pools and lounges.
We take daily walks and inhale deeply the breath of life.
Local television presents a tone of seriousness balanced with a pleasant attitude of smiles and laughter. The island way.
We wonder about our future. Do we stay or go home? Not so simple. The island is not equipped with necessary health-care facilities should the virus rapidly spread.
Each day is sacred and a gift. A healthy body and mind are foremost.
We think of our dear family here and in California with love, worry and affection.
We communicate online with friends.
We witness strength and great resilience of so many who continue to express compassion and hopefulness and joy.
We remember that we are all one on our beautiful planet.
Aloha.
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