Enlighten yourself with the light
Da Kukui - "the light"
Da Kukui means the “light” or “torch”. The Kukui is also a candlenut used for lighting fuel in Hawaii. I found it perfect to describe the various topics of this blog. Come join me on my journey experiencing life before retirement!
Kukui Aquatics
My hobby become a passion and now a business. Purchase tank bred freshwater fish and shrimp. Discuss Aquarium hobby.
Travel and Culinary
Travel and Food blog for enriching your diversity in culture and palate with restaurant reviews and recipes.
Art
Artwork created through photography, oil, acrylic and other mediums
5 stars to ENJOYING LIFE
I feel deep gratitude for my life so far and hope to share more joy with those I connect with through "the light" of creativity.
Jaimie K
Small Business Owner
Program Manager
Artist of Life
WELCOME!
The Canvas of Life
Life has a way of changing us — whether through a layoff, illness, or simply the natural milestones we all encounter. For me, that moment came when I was laid off around the same time both of my children left for college. Suddenly, I found myself an empty nester, standing at the edge of a new chapter.
As a Gen X professional who had spent a lifetime working hard and staying dutiful, I realized it was time to look up, breathe, and rediscover joy. Out of that realization, I created this company — a space that reflects everything I’m passionate about and that brings me happiness.
My hope is that, through this journey of art, life, food, and joy, you’ll find something that inspires and uplifts you, too.