The Sons of Kamuela Mahealani Shellabarger Four young men-strangers to one another; Time would pass till they'd call each other "brother." Though, they had never met before, Their father had now opened the door Through his last testament and will. When summoned to meet, they all went still, Required to live at his ranch in Pupukea In a lovely setting up the hill from Waimea On the island of Oahu's northern shore. With luxuries and privilege, who could ask for more? In a year of four seasons, they lived side by side, And as honorable men, they did abide. Not all was smooth sailing in just this short year; Trouble would come from which they couldn't steer. Kamu, who'd lived with Kamuela all his life, Felt that burden and suffered much strife. Makani, the brooding masculine one, Discovered love in the Pupukea sun. After years in prison, Ipo survived. His life on the ranch, with horses he'd thrive. Reef, the California golden boy Embraced Hawai'i with appreciative joy. The waves of the North Shore, he often sought, Thankful and grateful to God for his lot. Their hearts would break; they'd be molded by pain. Yet, the sons of Kamuela would prevail with great gain.