What is ALOHA? And how does one "spread it?"

If this is your first time visiting my blog, "Welcome!"
OR as we would say in Hawaii, "E KOMO MAI!"
 Obviously, I am from the gorgeous islands of Hawaii- Maui to be exact.  

After moving away after college, and living in the "Mainland" for a few years, it is nice to be home again!  It's really true how much you appreciate something when you don't have it anymore.  Now that I am home- I am always like:  "look at that sunset," "the water looks so peaceful today," "that flower looks soo pretty," etc.. Things that when I lived here before- I never really took the time to look and admire it.  And now I have a much  more deep rooted appreciation for my islands.

I also appreciate our culture more.  Especially the "ALOHA."  If you are an avid follower on our instagram @shoptiel, you would see I sometimes use #aloha or #spreadthealoha hashtags.  

What is ALOHA??

According to Wikipedia (I use this for everything. LOL):  Aloha in the Hawaiian language means affection, peace, compassion and mercy.  
In Hawaii, we also use the word "Aloha" to say "Hi" and "Goodbye."  
It is also used in reference to how one should live. 

    
  "Spread the Aloha"- 
is a saying that we use a lot here in the islands.  It is a way of life for us.  It means: to show compassion for others, always lend a helping hand, be mindful of one another's feelings, take care of the land, treat everyone with respect, do unto others as you would have them do unto you, be kind, show respect, etc.. etc..  You get the picture.  Those 3 simple words- explain a lot of the Hawaiian culture.  

Hawaii is truly the "Land of Aloha."  

Since I reach such a broad range of people from California to Florida, all the states in between, AND even overseas- I feel like it is my duty to share ALOHA and our culture with you all.  
Alot of the items I sell on our website (www.shoptiel.com), reflect the way we dress here in the islands.   I am also aiming to share a little of our culture with ya'll as well.  Maybe throw in some recipes, pictures of beautiful beaches, recommendations on where to go, etc.. just because I want to.  I mean, I just want to "Spread the Aloha" with everyone!! 

Not everyone is lucky enough to get to visit Hawaii.  Let alone Maui- the best island! LOL  Hopefully, through me, everyone will get a taste of the "Aloha" spirit!!!