Ka Liko Mu`o Laua`e - Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett


Ka`u mea i aloha
Ka liko mu`o laua`e

He u`i `oe i môhala
No`û i ka ua lîhau

Ke `ala laua`e anuhea mai
Ka`u wale nô e honi

La`i kâua e ho`oipo nei
`Upalu ka lihi laua`e

The young leaf-bud of the laua`e fern
Is mine to hold close in affection

You are radiant as you unfold for me
As you are freshened by the gentle, cool rain

The cool, soft fragrance approaching the sweet scent of the laua`e
Is mine to smell and enjoy


As we become one, we are at peace
In the presence of the fragile tender laua`e

Source: Frank Hewett CD "Makalapua `Oe" Copyright 1982