Post #254482 by thejab on Thu, Sep 14, 2006 5:39 PM

Very well put, Formikahini. I also think the Ohana Hut is beautiful and I wanted one, but just can't spend that kind of dough right now, what with Hukilau coming up (yeah!). I was at my computer at the right time, and knew about the sale, but resisted because I don't need more debt over my head.

I think you're idea for another mug contest for a TC mug that's a bit less complex, so it can be produced much easier, is a great idea. I'm very happy for Chongolio as he easily deserved to win, and I think Stuckie's price is very reasonable for the design details and workmanship (in fact, for a limited handmade artwork it's a bargain price).

I feel lucky that I was honored when the prototype hut was brought to my apartment before the Forbidden Island opening ceremony. I think I may have been the first to serve a drink in one, and for that I am quite proud. And I had the pleasure of drinking out of one at Forbidden Island when Martin brings out the bar's Ohana hut for special occasions.

I just have a small suggestion for those who bought a hut. Use it often, and share it with friends often. That's what the name Ohana Hut means to me. It means Ohana in general, not just TC Ohana. Sure it was the winner of the TC mug contest, but I think perhaps Chongolio called it Ohana Hut because it's meant for sharing a drink with your Ohana, whether they are on TC or not. That is why I don't see what the problem is that some new members (or lurkers) got one. I know that many people on TC (pablus, sabu, tofujoe, mai tai, tikicleen, Vern, and others) who got one already plan to use and share it often in their home bars, and I'm looking forward to seeing that, so I don't feel bad not getting one for myself.

I'm just a little surprised that Sven and Otto and Mrsmiley didn't get one.