Book Description
An exuberant tale sharing a simple equation for living life in the moment.
Join MoCo, a sea turtle from Laniakea Beach on the world-famous North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. Artistically designed for curious readers, this is a mindful story that inspires readers of any generation.
From Hawaii authors Steve Sombrero and Candice Sombrero Ishikawa comes a journey for all ages that explores one of life’s fundamental questions, featuring 12 color illustrations that bring the story alive.
At “Turtle Beach” MoCo revels in a carefree life, until encountering Uku, a notoriously grumpy mud crab. Curiosity sparked, Moco is determined to unravel the crab’s angst. Seeking guidance from wise hermit crab JiJi, MoCo learns a secret equation for embracing life fully.
Readers of all ages are inspired to navigate life’s journey, free from dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. This book is an inspiring gift for someone you love or makes the perfect addition to any child’s library.
For each purchase of What Day Are You? the authors donate book sale proceeds to the Moore Aloha Foundation, supporting the growth and empowerment of young women, and to nonprofit organizations dedicated to raising awareness for suicide prevention among young adolescents.
About the Authors
Steve Sombrero, a true islander by nature, proudly calls the scenic south shores of Oahu, Hawaii, his home. Born in Okinawa, Japan, and raised on the isle of Guam, he embraces a deep sense of gratitude for his journey of resilience and self-discovery that has led him to this very day.
Alongside managing one of Hawaii’s largest and oldest real estate companies, Steve is a passionate entrepreneur who founded the Aloha Beer Company in 2010. Embodying the spirit of Aloha, he actively supports purpose-driven organizations, promoting youth education, and cross-border exchange programs. As an Eagle Scout and collector of proverbs and parables, Steve enjoys unearthing the profound meaning and joy of life.
What Day Are You? is Steve’s first book.
Candice Sombrero Ishikawa, a business and psychology graduate, channels her marketing expertise as the creative force behind her family’s brewpub business, Aloha Beer Company, located in Kaka’ako, on the Hawaiian island of Oahu.
As the daughter of a serial entrepreneur, Candice passionately merges business innovation with a deep understanding of human behavior to foster a thriving workplace culture. Drawing from her personal journey with depression and body image, she is committed to destigmatizing mental health challenges through advocacy that promotes education, open-mindedness, and unwavering self-resilience.
When not immersed in her work, Candice enjoys listening to audiobooks, brainstorming ideas, and strives for a life of frivolous creativity surrounded by animal companions. She resides in Honolulu, Hawaii, with her husband Yusuke, and their beloved dog Packard and cat Luci.
