Punaweb Member Rescued....

[waynesb]

Just want to add our good wishes & thankfulness. We really think the world of you guys.

Wayne & Bob

[David M]

Not only print - you were the topic of discussion with Bolo Heads on KAPA FM this morning.

David

Ninole Resident

[LavaOcean]

Quite a story, as most glad to hear some quick thinking & some great information a life was saved

[leiboy]

Yesterday, 9/28 - Michael and I went fishing again. We just had to do it to overcome the fear. After talking with my Mom and her telling me that I should put flowers on the Heiau (Hawaiian gravesite) that I had to step on to get the cell service to work, I did it.(Don't tell my Mom I fished) It felt really good offering the Ho'okupu (offering). When your in this kind of situation, not only Mark that got swept into the ocean faces the aftermath, everyone also has some kind of mental distress. So with that said, I agreed to go with my friend Michael to fish. It was a rough time for both of us overcoming that fear. It was some work. People must think we were nuts. The fact is, we are fishermens at heart and this is the way we live and have been all of our lives. We caught lots and offered some to the Gods. Later that day, we sat there and said our prayers of thanks. We were blessed with a light soothing misty rain, the sun and a double rainbow. It confirmed it, we were all blessed. And to mention also, the Ho'okupu brought by Mark and Richard that was sitting there at the fishing spot just summed it up....They both had the same idea. I honor them both for being brave and having the feeling to honor the ocean and the higher power.
I thank all of you that wrote in response to this wonderful story with the most happiest ending. I thank all whom praised myself. I just want you all to know I appreciate all the comments and loving words. No awards needed other than the everlasting friendship that I have with these boys.
I am greatful for Ke Akua for all that he has blessed and given me. And with that said,
"Here fishy fishy" lol
Aloha
Duane

[punafish]

Duane, you're awesome. Your actions and outlook command love and respect. If I ever have the good fortune to meet you I definitely want to shake your hand. (Mark gets a hug.) No doubt everyone who was there will bond for life as friends. Good for all of you, especially Mark. Talk about a life changing event! Can anyone think of a better reason to celebrate?

P.S. I won't tell your mom you went fishing again :-)

Tim

[Carolann R]

Duane, your post made me teary-eyed. Thank you so much for sharing. I'm so glad that the "what-ifs" didn't happen and that Mark is still with us. I didn't realize that you all had been knocked down by the wave as well. Mahalo Nui Loa, Sir.



Carrie

"All I can say about life is, Oh God, enjoy it." Bob Newhart

[robguz]

I was glad to see the article online. I guess you guys need to start working on those grandchildren you're supposed to share this story with ;-)

[wyatt]

Thank you all very much for caring and taking the time to send your messages of support.

Rob we were waiting to see who would bring up the grand children.

Aloha
Mark & Richard

[Carey]

I just figured Shadow was up to something...

Gotta think some thing is up, no pictures of Shadow now for quite a while (the last one I remember was when you'all were framing.....)

Edited by - carey on 09/30/2007 13:15:26

[Samdooby]

Did you guys catch any fish??

LOL, J/K quick question though, did any of you folks call the Coast Guard? I used to be in the CG and we responded to THOUSANDS of calls like this. Just wondering. Glad everything turned out okay.