BYU Lu'au 2012

A son's love

**by Samantha Richter ** Tiny hands, tiny feet. I've waited so long for us to meet. Who could've known a love so true. Innocent and perfect, you're safe within my arms. I'll watch over and protect you, I'll keep you safe from harm with mischief in your smile and wonder in your eyes. Watching you as you sleep, feeling every sigh, I could look at you for hours, and always be content. you became my living angel; when you were heaven sent. just the thought of you, makes my world seem full... you are my life, my love, my son: my precious Lucas

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

BYU Lu'au 2012

One of the things that I have always wanted to do at BYU is to be part of the Lu'au. They have it every March. You can decide to dance for up to 2 countries. Estela, Wilo, Andrew and I decided to dance for Tonga. We wanted to become more familiar with the Polynesian culture! Wilo and Andrew ended up bailing out due to their busy schedule. I have to be honest, I wanted to bail out as well but I decided to stay. I am glad my sister and I did! We really enjoyed learning and meeting new people.

Hawaii

Tonga! Mauluulu!

Me :)

Soke!

My sister looks so tiny :D

Tahiti

I learned one of the traditions Polynesians have when their people are dancing. Those who are performing receive money in cash from the audience (i.e. friends, family). They come to the stage and the performers need to keep dancing, while the friends put the money in their customes or somewhere near them. I bet this girl received at least $200 in cash! I am not kidding, I don't have a picture of how much money people thew at her but it was insane. Maybe I should change jobs, from now on I want to be a Polynesian dancer!