Quotes: 

“On this rugged outcrop, seemingly lost in the vastness of the Pacific Ocean, one man strives to preserve the ancient customs and knowledge of his people.  Born and raised on the island nation of Niue, he carries the burden of trying to preserve his family’s unique history.”

“Survival skills such as finding food and medicine in the bush, and traditional customs and burial practices are endangered of being lost forever…”

“After a snack, or feed as he likes to call it, we continue our way to the coastline.  While talking to him about one of his favorite topics—food—the subject of the ocean enters into the conversation…”

“Sensing there may be an Uma, or coconut crab nearby, he demonstrates how to bait and set a trap…”

“Taking us to his secret spot in the chasm, it’s not hard to imagine the impression this place must have had on him as a young child.”

“The bluish hues of color suggest this uma enjoys a healthy diet of coconuts.  An orangish tinge would result from a diet primarily of pandanos fruit.”

“With plants and medicinal possibilities abounding, he explains how he came to learn of the healing powers of the land and how that knowledge in passed between generations.”

“Hesitating, I’m not sure if it’s appropriate to photograph the caves, but he is lost in a deep chanting prayer, speaking in his native language to the remains… and to the spirits…”