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Name:
Elduwena Finiana Naea
Age: 18
Village: Salt Lake, HI
Nearest City: Honolulu
Job title: Student
Job place: I Le Falea'oga
How would you prefer to die?
I'd prefer to die by a gun. It's faster and painless. You actually
don't feel any pain because you'll be dead already.
If you could have one super power, what
would it be?
Power of love. The world doesn't know the true meaning of the
word. So, I'd rather have the power to create and make love so
that more lives would be saved and more people could become one,
and so that there would be more ways to be happy and live longer
for those who wish to, so that someone you never noticed before
can thank you. You'll feel the heart warmth of what it feels like
to love and be loved.
What are your thoughts about gay marriage?
I think gay marriage isn't a problem at all. Who are we to
judge? The constitution has been written already, and Christians
aren't suppose to be hating. If we're Christians shouldn't we
leave it for the Lord to decide their fate? Even if God made Eve
for Adam, boy and girl, doesn't mean it's going to stay that way,
they know what they're doing. So let them be. I can definitely
say this: "Gay marriage last longer than those of the opposite
sex because they are more likely the ones who know how to keep
their vows."
Funniest sign or bumper sticker you've seen?
"Welcome to Las Vegas! Home of the gambling husband and
cheating wife. What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. Just remember
to leave your family back home and travel with your pet dog. He's
man's best friend. He won't tell on you." ha!
What did you do on your tenth birthday?
Don't remember. 1996 seems too long ago to remember. But I
can predict what I'm going to do on my 20th birthday. ha!
You want your email published?
elqweenah_2108@yahoo.com
What's the last CD that you bought?
Usher's "Confession" and LL Cool J and Nelly.
When you were 8 years old, what did you
want to be when you grew up?
A doctor. If I was a doctor maybe I would have saved my grandmas
life with the help of our Father and probably come up with a cure
for cancer and other diseases, and plus I want to care for the
ill.
Favorite quote:
"I saw it happen but I don't know what happened."
What Olympic sport should we concentrate
on where we would be most competitive?
Track. Because we have very fast and young runners who can
dash. We can sure give the world a speed-a-attack on the tracks
of the world. Samoans are fast, they're made to run.
What are you reading?
I'm reading the Bible and The Road to the Village by Sarah
McGrabeaghn.
Best place you've ever visited?
My Dad's plantation in Taputimu. It is paradise on earth. If
you know my Dad you should ask him to take you there.
If you had twins, what matching names would
you give them?
Twin girls: Shelleeqwah and Shannieqiah; Twin boys: Treimanield
and Trivainold; Boy and Girl: Eldenvinson and Eldeevinnah.
Best movie of all time?
The Last of the Mohicans.
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Name: Lisi
Apaui
Age: 37
Village: Tula. But I'm now living in Springville, Utah.
Nearest City: Provo. Can you say Bringham Young University?
Job title: Quality Control
Job Place: QC-R-Us
If you were Governor-for-a-Day, what would
you focus on?
Education and to Aim High so that our future workforce aim
for big salaries rather than complain about minimum wage.
If you were elected governor in November,
how would you select your directors?
I would advertise and not hire because I'm related to them.
I'm going to hire them depending on their knowledge and experience.
Should American Samoa unite with Samoa as
one country?
Yes. Maybe we can learn something or two about running our
government and budgeting our money.
If American Samoa had a national rugby team
like Samoa's Manu Samoa, what would be your team name?
Samoan Eagles.
What are your thoughts about the Samoan
"F word", fa'alavelave?
It's not really bad as it sounds as long as you know how to
handle it.
Famous person you would want to be stranded
on a deserted island with?
My wife, Sita. She's famous to me and my boys.
If you had (for the next 10 days) a tattoo,
what would it be?
Names of my wife and boys on my chest.
If Osama bin Laden was hanging on a cliff,
would you save him?
Yeah I would only because I know everyone else will punish
him.
When you were 8 years old, what did you
want to be when you grew up?
A movie star.
Outlook on life: Is the glass half full
or half empty?
It's half full 'cause life, as it is, still has its many surprises.
That's one nice thing about life.
What's the best way to handle church people
who knock on your door to spread The Word?
Offer them something to eat and drink and send them on their
way.
What did you do on your tenth birthday
Had birthday party at home and hang out at my best friends
house playing video games all day.
Which came first, the chicken or the egg?
I'm thinking Chicken.
What's the first thing that comes to mind
when you think about San Francisco?
The Golden Gate Bridge & The 49ers.
What was the worst day of your life?
When my parents passed away. I know they're in a much better
place.
How would you prefer to die?
Peacefully.
If you could travel anywhere in the world,
where would you go?
China.
Taro, rice or potato salad?
I'll take all three, thank you very much.
Do you sleep early Saturday night because
you're going to church Sunday morning?
No can do. I work and don't get home 'til Sunday Morning.
Favorite quote:
"People are created equal in our father's eyes."
Funniest sign or bumper sticker you've seen?
"If you can read this than you're to damn close."
Celebrity you've met or seen:
My twin brother -The Rock- when he visited in 2002.
What Olympic sport should we concentrate
on where we would be most competitive?
Rugby.
Using a bank term, how do you describe your
life so far?
Balance[d].
Best place you've ever visited?
Europe.
Favorite sport and team?
Football. Philadelphia Eagles.
Song you never want to hear again?
Ice Ice Baby (Vanilla Ice).
If there was one word left in the English
language, what word would it be?
Peace.
Favorite quick food to make?
Chicken Salad.
Best tip you can give others:
Life is too short to be Hatin'!
Your funniest movie of all-time?
Johnson's family vacation.
Should we have a US District Court on island?
Yes.
You want your email published?
emoniko@msn.com
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Name: Punatoto
"Kamelita" Keke
Age: 21
Village: Alao and Gataivai
Nearest City: Spokane WA
Job title: I am currently a student mentor at Washington State
University.
Job place: Asian American Pacific Islander Center
Favorite quote:
"You laugh at me because I'm different. I laugh at you
because you're all the same."
If Osama bin Laden was hanging on a cliff,
would you save him?
Of course. He needs to suffer for what he's put us through.
ha! Some Christian I am.
Most embarrassing moment?
When my mom pulled my hair from the bus stop to my house. I
knew I shouldn't have listened to my cousin when she told me to
walk her to the other side of the village late that night. ha!
Biggest achievement in life so far?
It's not too big for many people but I consider going to college
a big achievement especially since my parents didn't have that
opportunity.
The ideal job you would like to have?
Acting in Hollywood but that's not gonna happen so I'll settle
for a job in the Social Work department. It's what I've been preparing
myself for these past three years.
Should American Samoa unite with Samoa as
one country?
I like things the way they are right now with Western Samoa.
We get to go over for the weekend. They get to come over forever.
ha!
Using a bank term, how do you describe your
life so far?
Overdraft. ha!
If you could travel anywhere in the world,
where would you go?
I would go to Iraq to see what's really going on out there.
The best news you heard all week?
I'm going to be taupou at our upcoming Luau. Well it wasn't
good when I first heard it but now that I've given it a lot of
thought, I think it'd be a nice way to end my college career.
Yay! One more semester, and one more taualuga and I'm out!
Do you want year-round public school for
American Samoa?
No. I didn't want it when I was in elementary and high school
and I still don't want it now. Students need time with their families
and a break from the academic world.
What are your thoughts about the Samoan
"F word", fa'alavelave?
They're exactly that. They're a "fa'alavelave" but
it's culture and we don't want to lose culture or we'll be just
like everyone else.
Should we have a US District Court on island?
Definitely. I'd like to see some people go to jail instead
of back to work in another department.
What fast food franchise do you want on
island?
One with a gym next to it. ha! That's what we need more of
on the island.
What was the worst day of your life?
I've had a lot of bad days but the two days that top my list
would be the day my mom and brother got into a car accident and
the day I found out my good friend Carol had taken her own life.
What's the best way to handle church people
who knock on your door to spread The Word?
Hide and save them time to go to the people that really need
it. Just kidding. I'd do what my mom usually does, invite them
in for tea and talk about other things. ha!
What did you do on your tenth birthday?
I baked a cake for myself and my family. Hey my parents provided
the cake mix and ingredients. ha!
What's the last CD that you bought?
Tatiana's latest
If you had (for the next 10 days) a tattoo,
what would it be?
I don't know what it would be but I know it would be on my
lower back. Too bad my parents would disown me if I ever got one
done. ha!
When you were 8 years old, what did you
want to be when you grew up?
Seriously? The first female priest.
Famous person you would want to be stranded
on a deserted island with?
Usher, so I don't just have a pretty face and nice body, but
also a soothing voice to serenade me every night. Faiga a le keige!
ha!
Do you sleep early Saturday night because
you're going to church Sunday morning?
I try but lately that hasn't been happening. ha!
Funniest sign or bumper sticker you've seen?
"Your child may be an honor student, but you're still
an idiot!"
Celebrity you've met or seen:
I'm still on the lookout.
What are your thoughts about gay marriage?
Like I told my friend Rennelle who is currently taking Gay
and Lesbian Studies, I don't agree with it but if it makes them
happy then let them do it.
Who was president when you were born?
Ronald Reagan.
What are you reading?
Six sociology and women's studies book all at the same time.
Name of the last movie you cried at the
theater:
Cold Mountain.
Song you never want to hear again?
I'm not a girl, not yet a woman.
If there was one word left in the English
language, what word would it be?
Yes.
Favorite quick food to make?
Saimin for breakfast lunch and dinner, baby! ha!
If you had twins, what matching names would
you give them?
Keleofa and Onolina. Okay so they're not matching but they're
the two most influential women in my life and the first names
that would come to mind if I had twins.
Best tip you can give others:
"Live as if everyday was your last day."
Your funniest movie of all-time?
Superstar.
Best movie of all time?
The Passion of the Christ, a powerful and moving depiction
of the last days of Christ.
What's ideal round-trip airfare between
Pago Pago and Honolulu?
$400 at the most.
You want your email published?
Puna15@yahoo.com
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Name: Liuaufala Toetu Siagigi
Age: 21
Village: Vailoatai
Nearest City: San Diego CA
Job title: Personnel Man (USN)
Job place: United States Navy
Using a bank term, how would you describe your life so far??
Interest ing. ha! Magaia ga!
If you had never made it to the states, what would you be doing on island?
I would be running for Governor.
What problems do Samoans face when they marry non-Samoans?
Problems? I see it as a blessing not having to deal with the "F" word.
If you were down to your last $100, do you donate to the fa'alavelave and aitalafu food at the store?
Sorry. Them days of poverty are gone and over with, so the answer is neither.
If you could have one super power, what would it be?
The power to mimic so I can become whomever I want to be.
If you had (for the next 10 days) a tattoo, what would it be?
Scenery of a Falealupo, Savai'i sunset on the small of my back.
When you were 8 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A school teacher because I loved apples when I was 8.
Do you sleep early Saturday night because you're going to church Sunday morning?
Truthfully, no. I'm in the service so it's very hard to find time to go to church, but I do pray.
How would you prefer to die?
In the arms of my Heavenly Father.
Write your epitaph:
Don't cry while seeing me this way
Smile for I'm only sleeping
I have lived, and am still living
So please stop your weeping.
If you were elected governor in November, how would you select your directors?
I would definitely advertise in Samoa News. I would probably have them go through a 3 day process of non-stop apprentice training to see what they are capable of doing. The leaders of Samoa should be selected by the people so I would also suggest a public debate so they can present their platforms of being a good director.
If American Samoa had a national rugby team like Samoa's Manu Samoa, what would be your team name?
American Samoa Beast.
What are your thoughts about the Samoan "F word", fa'alavelave?
Thoughts? There are no words. ha!
What are your thoughts about gay marriage?
I have no problem with "same-sex union." Like Bernie Mac said: "Hey, I can't say I hate it if I've never tried it. And I'm a try-anything-once kind of guy." ha!
The best news you heard all week?
My ship ain't going to Hawaii. Hey I know it would be bad news for a lot of you but I've been to Hawaii way too many times. ha!
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?
I've gone to many places but I would kill to visit Tahiti or New Zealand.
Taro, rice or potato salad?
Rice. Ask my father, it's all his fault I got hooked on rice. ha!
What Olympic sport should we concentrate on where we would be most competitive?
Volleyball.
Most exciting moment in your life?
When we (LHS cheerleaders) won the cheerleading competition in '97. It's not the most exciting, but it's the only one I remember so far.
Most embarrassing moment?
While dancing at a club and when I was dippin' it low my pants decided to do its own dance moves.
What's the last CD that you bought?
Beyonce's "Live at Wembley."
Famous person you would want to be stranded on a deserted island with?
Beyonce Knowles.
Celebrity you've met or seen:
The guys from the band "Tony Toni Tone." They performed at our school auditoruium.
Name of the last movie you last cried at the theater:
"The Passion of Christ."
Best place you've ever visited?
Thailand.
Favorite sport and team?
Volleyball. USC Trojans.
Song you never want to hear again?
"Cabdriver." Altogether now: "Hated it!"
If there was one word left in the English language, what word would it be?
Free.
Favorite quick food to make?
Spam and rice.
If Osama bin Laden was hanging on a cliff, would you save him?
Yes, but I'll just let the guy that came with me push him off. Choo hoo hoo! ha!
The ideal job you would like to have?
CEO of the new fashion institute of design and merchandising in American Samoa. It's in the works. lol
Biggest achievement in life so far?
Being a financial asset to my family.
If you had twins, what matching names would you give them?
Masinasiliva & La'i'ila. Se ka le iloa. ha!
Best tip you can give others:
"Believe in you!"
What's the best way to handle church people who knock on your door to spread The Word?
I'm Mormon so I would invite them in.
Corniest pick-up line you've heard:
"It must be hot in here 'cause you sho is looking flamin'."
Your funniest movie of all-time?
White Chicks.
Best movie of all time?
The Passion of Christ.
What's ideal roundtrip airfare between Pago Pago and Honolulu?
$350.00.
Should American Samoa unite with Samoa as one country?
Yeah.
What fast food franchise do you want on island?
"Mi Rancho's." It's not really a big one but they make some good burritos.
You want your email published?
siagigil@germantown.navy.mil
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Name: Perkins Tauvao-Headle
Age: 29
Village: Ewa Beach, HI
Nearest City: Waipahu (of course, it's a city :)
Job title: Student
Job place: Leeward Community College
Taro, rice or potato salad?
Potato salad.
What are your thoughts about the Samoan "F word", fa'alavelave?
Good word. Without the F word our culture will be out the window.
Do you sleep early Saturday night because you're going to church Sunday morning?
No. I don't go to any church.
What's the best way to handle church people who knock on your door to spread The Word?
Hide under the bed but make sure you take your feet with you.
Funniest sign or bumper sticker you've seen?
"There's only two people in this world: a Samoan and a Wannabe." --at Apia.
If you were elected governor in November, how would you select your directors?
Wow, I guess my directors will be members of my own family in that way, when something goes wrong and we are under Federal Investigation they can say "The apple does not fall far from the tree."
Can you create affordable insurance coverage for LBJ Hospital?
Before we plan for affordable insurance coverage, why not start with death coverage, especially when it comes to LBJ.
Guam has a unicameral legislature. Do you think we should be the same?
No. I think American Samoa should be tri-cameral. Senate, House, and House of Houses.
What are your ideas to improve tourism on island?
We should have luxury hotels, car rentals, and strip clubs.
Using a bank term, how do you describe your life so far?
Cash out.
Three sets of oxymoron?
Beautiful baboon, fleet as a turtle, tits on a boar.
What fast food franchise do you want on island?
Blimpie's.
Most embarrassing moment?
When my fiance found out that I am pregnant with somebody else's baby.
Most exciting moment in your life?
When I moved out of my parents home.
What was the worst day of your life?
The day my son was born because I had pre-eclampsia.
If you could have one super power, what would it be?
Telekinesis. Because I think it would be wonderful to able to move things with my mind.
If you could play any instrument, what would it be?
Flute. Because it sounds relaxing.
If you had (for the next 10 days) a tattoo, what would it be?
Teuila flower on both legs.
When you were 8 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A Registered Nurse.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?
My great-grandpa's country --Germany.
Famous person you would want to be stranded on a deserted island with?
Robert Deniro because he is old and he can't run.
Favorite quote:
"Civilization, in the real sense of the term, consists not in the multiplication, but in the deliberate and voluntary of wants." --Mahatma Gandhi
Celebrity you've met or seen:
Graig Foster (Utah Jazz) in Utah 1996.
Write your epitaph:
"How About A Nice Cup of Shut Up?
Keep it quiet, will ya?"
The best news you heard all week?
That my Uncle remarried. You go, Uncle!
What are your thoughts about gay marriage?
I am 100 percent support of gay marriage.
What Olympic sport should we concentrate on where we would be most competitive?
Boxing. Samoans are good in using their hands.
Who was president when you were born?
President Nixon but resigned due to Watergate.
What are you reading?
Lowes Improvement brochure because we are working on upgrading our media center.
Name of the last movie you cried at the theater:
13 going on 30.
Best place you've ever visited?
Watervliet, Michigan
Song you never want to hear again?
Dear Ea.
If there was one word left in the English language, what word would it be?
Help.
Favorite quick food to make?
Wahoo & Pilikaki.
Favorite all-day-preparation meal?
Meatloaf.
If Osama bin Laden was hanging on a cliff, would you save him?
As a Samoan it is our nature to let our own people down, so what makes Osama bin Laden any different I would stand and watch him go down.
The ideal job you would like to have?
Minister of Health in Samoa.
Biggest achievement in life so far?
Buying a town-house in Ocean Point, Ewa Beach.
If you had twins, what matching names would you give them?
ABCD (ab-z-dee) & Oohphor.
If you were Governor-for-a-Day, what would you focus on?
Allowing immigrants to Pago, Pago, my message would be "We shall never close the door to those who came after us." (except for Manu'a Islands).
Best tip you can give others:
"Don't be ashamed of your parents native country."
If American Samoa had a national rugby team like Samoa's Manu Samoa, what would be your team name?
Yup! "Tama e tafe mai ai le susu ma le meli."
Your funniest movie of all-time?
Meet the parents.
Best movie of all time?
I-Robot.
Should we have a US District Court on island?
Yes. Because American Samoa is subject to American Justice. If the pride came from being American National then American Samoan should have US District Court.
What's ideal roundtrip airfare between Pago Pago and Honolulu?
895.00.
Should American Samoa unite with Samoa as one country?
Please No. I think the independent State of Samoa is better off than spoon fed. Thank you America.
You want your email published?
perkin@hawaii.edu
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Name: Tuputala Saili
Age: 20 (will be legal next month)
Village: Nu'uuli
Nearest City: Fayetteville
Job title: Automated Supply Specialist aka 92A
Job place: Ft. Bragg, NC ...but temporarily in Iraq for 18 months.
Most exciting moment in your life?
When I first learn how to fire a weapon.
What was the worst day of your life?
When my father -"Toetu Tuiasau Saili"- passed away. I still can't get over it. I lost him at a young age.
If you could have one super power, what would it be?
To read people's minds. So that I would know the answers to all the tests I take, know who is talking about me, know exactly who killed John F. Kennedy, know if that person is telling a lie, know who will be eliminated tonight at My Idol. Just to know.
If you had (for the next 10 days) a tattoo, what would it be?
My fathers picture on my back.
When you were 8 years old, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A lawyer.
Favorite quote:
"Maintain your composure under any circumstance." - Cherokee proverb
What are your thoughts about the Samoan "F word", fa'alavelave
If you're Samoan than you know you can't run from that word. Don't even think marrying another race will keep you away from the word. Just say ka-ching and hand the cash over. ha!
Corniest pick-up line you've heard:
"Excuse me I'm new in town. Can I have directions to your place?"
Do you sleep early Saturday night because you're going to church Sunday morning?
No. Because I got CQ the next day.
What are you reading?
"My Ishmael" by Daniel Quinn.
Song you never want to hear again?
"American Idiot" by Green Day.
Best movie of all time?
The Last of the Mohicans.
What's ideal round-trip airfare between Pago Pago and Honolulu?
$450. If it's free, then it's for me. ha!
How would you prefer to die?
Fast and quick.
Famous person you would want to be stranded on a deserted island with?
Jason Momoa.
What's the last CD that you bought?
Anthony Hamilton.
Favorite quick food to make?
Macaroni and Cheese.
Favorite all-day-preparation meal?
Spaghetti and garlic bread.
You want your email published?
ahyhanu@yahoo.com
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The very first edition of THE Qs: November 9, 2002
Age: 22
Village: Leone
Job title: Kid's Club Program Coordinator
Job place: Department of Human and Social Services
There she is! The reigning Miss American Samoa who will vie for the title Miss South Pacific in Rarotonga, Cook Islands at the end of this month
Who was president when you were born?
James Carter
What are you reading?
Palefuiono by Mailo Pio, translated by Mailo Atonio
Name of the last movie you cried at the theater:
Pearl Harbor
Best place you ever visited?
Savai'i, Samoa
Favorite pro sport and team?
Football, Oakland Raiders or SF 49ers
Song you never want to hear again?
The Barbie Song or Macarena
If there was one word left in the English language, what word would it be?
Love
Favorite food?
Samoan Food
If Osama bin Laden was hanging on a cliff, would you save him?
Nope!
Most exciting moment in life?
1991, reunited with Daddy after 4 months
Most embarrassing moment?
Falling in front of the whole student body and ripped my jeans
The ideal job you would like to have?
Business Owner of Chuck E. Cheese for the kids
Biggest achievement in life so far?
Being crowned Miss American Samoa
If you had twins, what matching names would you give them?
Punamai and Punaloa
Outlook on life: Is the glass half full or half empty?
Half full, I look forward to more in life
If you were Governor-for-a-Day, what would you focus on?
My focus would be in education, particularly a full day of concentrating on Reading/Literacy. We have high school students that are reading at the 4th grade level. It's sad. I would plan for all schools to focus their lesson plan for that day primarily on reading. I would ask that this idea become a part of the school curriculum and once a week, there would be a day focused on reading alone.
Best tip you can give to future Miss American Samoa Pageant contestants:
Put God first and be yourself.