First piano recital

Makai and Ame have been taking piano lessons with our neighbor, Lauren Thomson, since October. They really have made good progress and enjoyed working on their pieces for their first recital. After all was said and done, they were most excited about the refreshments, of course.

Makai played "Money Can't Buy Ev'rything" and "The Snake Charmer" (think "there's a place in France where..." but Makai doesn't know that little gem YET).

Ame played "Water Lilies" and "I Just Can't Wait to Be King" (from The Lion King).

Contrary to what it may seem, Makai is not the oldest student!

For time and eternity

Aki's younger sister Melinda married Jade Collier in the SLC Temple on May 3. It was a small and simple affair, especially for a Tongan celebration, but was a beautiful day (weather and happenings)!

Ame and Makeili

Mr. and Mrs. Collier

The couple with Vaha, Tevi, Ame, Makeili, Kelepi, Makai, and baby Vita

Tevi escorted Lila in the line. They were so darling and played together all night long.

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Uncle Junior flew in from Hawaii for the event. He left his wife home with their newly born baby, cousin Lopi.

Beautiful!

Another great shot.

The party was so festive and fun. Here, Makeili is doing a tauolunga dance.

With the parents (who look very short).

Congratulations! Welcome to the family, Jade!