During the festive season, glittering lights illuminate rooftops and lawns in vibrant displays. But the night sky itself offers another show entirely, with countless stars waiting to be admired.

Singer-songwriter Mikah grew up in Hawaii, where every day felt like a vacation. With the beach just steps away and rainbows appearing almost daily, he recounts a childhood shaped by near-perfect weather and island life.

A sudden onslaught of hard objects striking a metal roof jolted a sleeping homeowner awake. Just as quickly as it started, the noise vanished, leaving only the soft whisper of wind in its wake.