Author(s): Jo Tito

Maori Books

Maori and English text. These stories are of a time and way of life which have all but passed, and once gone unlikely to be seen again. Tey the words have relevance for us today as we struggle with issues of health and well being. They speak of the importance of attaining a balanced existence as a way towards good health - taking responsibility for own own physical, emotional, mental and spiritual states. If we grow our vegatables and catch our fish we not only have nutritious food for our tables, we also have fresh air and exercise and a sense of achievement. But if we are not in a position to physically supply our own kai in this modern age then at least we can put thought to how we can take responsibility for our own well-being and that of our families - family values and aroha being the key. It is important that the stories have been gathered together for the insights they give and the thoughts and knowledge that they share.