Hi everyone! I’m thrilled to announce the launch of my new website today, on Christmas Day! Along with it, I’m introducing my new stage name, Kiiola (pronounced Ki-o-la). I later discovered that this name resembles the Maori language of New Zealand, where “Kia ora” means “hello,” “stay well,” and “thank you.” The official spelling is “Kia ora”, but it sounds like “Kiiola” when pronounced. Additionally, “ola” means “hello” in both Portuguese and Spanish. Interestingly, November 21, which is World Hello Day, also happens to be my birthday! This day is about spreading a message of peace by greeting 10 people. I’ve always wanted a name with a positive meaning that …
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