Hawaii Residential Movers Will Protect Your Sanity and Your Wallet
Many local and native Hawaiians operate under the maxim “malama ka ‘aina,” which is a reminder to always take care of the land. The land for people in Hawaii is something to appreciate and preserve rather than to take advantage of or manipulate for personal gain. The most striking enforcer of this underlying principle is the mythological deity Pele. As the goddess of fire, lightning, dance and volcanoes, Pele reappears time and again in Hawaiian stories and myths as a reminder of the power of the land and the importance of maintaining and respecting it. Legend has it that she lives in the crater of one of the world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea. Volcanic activity on the islands is said to be a reflection of Pele’s sad inability to spend eternity with her true love. Upsetting her comes at a high cost, so when you relocate to this island state with help from the Hawaii residential movers from American Van Lines, you must be quick to learn the ways of the land. We’ve got all the residential moving services that will keep you comfortable in the meantime.
Residential Moving Is the Means by Which You May Burst Forth in This New Land
Pele’s authority over the land and the people of Hawaii has not waned since old Hawaiian religion was essentially abolished in 1819. In 2003, the Volcano Art Center on the island of Hawaii hosted a special competition for new renderings of that infamous, volcanic goddess. One hundred and forty different paintings were submitted, each portraying Pele in some new light or pose, some with glass hair and some with skin made of rocks or ash or powder. Finalists were selected and put on display in various locations around the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Finally, the portrait created by local artist Arthur Johnsen was selected as the winner. Beyond art, Pele is the reason why locals advise visitors not to bring any of the islands’ sand, rocks, shells or sea life home with them. Her force seeks to preserve the integrity of the islands just as the Hawaii residential movers from American Van Lines seek to preserve the integrity of your bank account – with unbeatable moving quotes and no surprise pricing.
Get to know the land and waters of Hawaii on a personal level. The moving experts at American Van Lines will introduce you when you call 1.888.759.6000 to schedule a move today.
