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On an island as rich in culture as Guam, language is more than communication. It’s connection. It’s how we greet each other, how we show respect, how we express gratitude, and how we welcome others. The CHamoru language, though spoken less today than in generations past, still thrives in the hearts and everyday conversations of […]

From breathtaking sunsets to a community like no other, here’s why you’ll love Guam. HÃ¥fa Adai and Welcome! I’m Alex, and I’m so glad you’re here! As I begin this blog, I wanted to start with something deeply personal: why I love calling Guam home. Whether you’re new to the island, thinking of making a […]

Growing up in the village of InalÃ¥han, some of my earliest memories are filled with things that, at the time, seemed so simple. Hanging out at our family beach on Sundays, playing outside with my cousins until the sun went down, and chasing chickens through the yard. As I got older, I realized those “little […]