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Our hearts have been heavy as news of the devastating wildfires in Hawaii continue to emerge. 💔 Over 2,700 homes and businesses have been destroyed and more than 100 people and counting have perished, making it the most deadly U.S. wildfire in over a century. It is overwhelming to grasp the levels of loss, shock, and trauma people are facing there. This event hits close to home for us, reminding us of the harrowing experience of evacuating our home from wildfires 2 summers ago, our friend KD losing his entire home and music shop in the Dixie wildfire, as well as the newly constant fear of summer fires and months of unhealthy smoke that increasingly plague our neighbors both here and around the world. While we have never had the pleasure to visit Lahaina together, Nathan’s dad and step-mom recently visited after our wedding and we were able to marvel at the rich beauty and culture through their photos and stories. Many in our Wakes community have a strong connection to Hawaii, and the spi
