Cosette Harms

Cosette Morrison Harms: Cosette started her life in Hawaii amidst the confusion of World War II. She was lovingly raised by her single mother and grandparents in the unique setting of historic Hilltop House. She attended Kailua Elementary and Punahou Schools. Lucky girl that she was, she had the ocean and beaches to explore with cousins and friends who led her into high adventure! After graduating from college in Bellingham, Washington she and Ken Harms raised their two sons, Jason and Jerrett, in Honolulu and Seattle. Sailing, camping, skiing, and rowing crew fulfilled her love of the outdoors and provided the glue for many deep friendships. Upon her retirement from elementary school teaching in 2007 - she returned to Hawaii to live at Hilltop - restoring and preserving the family home and caring for her mother, Peggy. She enjoys paddling outrigger canoes, kayaking, and Hawaiian music, treasuring always her family and friends.