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Greg's storytelling revealed the complexities surrounding Hawaiian identity. He explained that culture is not static; it is an evolving tapestry reflecting influences from various eras—be it pre-colonial times or through the changes brought by American governance.
His father's lessons also carried weightful stories about the interconnectedness of communities. Greg said, “My food was never my food. My food was everyone's food.” This shared mentality nurtures collaboration and collective survival as opposed to individualism.