Hawaiian value of laulima (many hands working together)

In Hawaii a calabash is a large serving bowl.
It is usually made froma hardwood, rather than from the Calabash Gourd as in Maroon cultures. It is used on a buffet table or in the middle of the dining table. The use of the calabash in Hawaii has led to terms like "Calabash Family"or "Calabash Cousins." It indicates that an extended family has grown up around shared meals and close friendships. Food is very important in modern Hawaiian culture. "Komo E Kaukau," meaning "come and eat,"it is the most expected greeting in a Hawaiian home.--

"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." -Helen Keller