Si Yu’us Ma’ase’, Guam
“The only way I’ll leave Guam is if you make me, but I’ll be kicking and screaming the whole way!” Well, it happened. As you read this, I am somewhere in the Midwest starting a new life with Peter. It...
View ArticleBuying & Selling at the Dededo Flea Market
If we ever get up early on Sunday, our favorite place to go for some breakfast is the Dededo Flea Market. Vendors set up shop early in the morning to sell their fresh produce, fish, hot food, clothes,...
View ArticleCreepy Creatures of Guam: Eel
Ugh I feel grossed out already!!! I’ve never been a fan of eels, maybe due to The Little Mermaid, but they creep me out so much! Previously, I’d only seen them in aquariums and I’d be thankful that I...
View ArticleBeware of the Guam Massage Parlor
The day after I arrived on Guam, Peter had to go to work so I was on my own. Before he set me loose on the streets of Tumon he said, “Oh yea stay away from the massage parlors!” They’re the places with...
View ArticleCreepy Creatures: Monitor Lizard
How could I NOT do a post about the monitor lizards in Guam! I first saw one while on the River Boat Cruise sitting up in a tree catching some rays. I wasn’t too creeped out by it either! The next...
View ArticleHolidays in Guam
It goes without saying that, if you’re not from Guam, Christmas just isn’t the same. December is the beginning of dry season and has some of the most beautiful, sunny days. So, it’s hard to get into...
View ArticleGoodbye Seoul!
Although we were stunned by the cold and had planned way too many activities, more than we could accomplish, we tried to make the most of our vacation! Throughout our stay we used Seoul’s subway...
View ArticlePart Four: Birthday in Seoul!
If ever you feel sad about aging, just plan a really cool trip that will make you forget all about it! I turned the big 3-0 in Seoul this year and, up until my trip, I was a little sad. I was feeling...
View ArticlePart Three: Hongdae
I think Peter and I had the most fun in Hongdae. We spent every evening here! When we got off the subway and walked up the steps to the street I was like, “WOW!” So many lights, people, music playing;...
View ArticlePart Two: Gangnam Style!
During our last trip to Boracay, PI locals would say to Peter, “Ahh Gangnam style!” We were so confused about what they meant. We found out that Gangnam is the fancy part of the city. There is a...
View ArticlePart One: It’s Seoul Cold!!!
We’ve made it home safely from my birthday trip to South Korea. Nothing could have prepared us for the cold we felt the moment we stepped outside. It has been three years since I’ve lived in the States...
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It’s that time of the year again, no I’m not talking about the holidays! It’s my 3rd year Guam-iversary! November is a special month because it marks the time when I took a leap of faith, quit my job,...
View ArticleWe’re Going to Seoul!
I’d never given much thought to traveling to this side of the world prior to my move to Guam. When I was younger, I’d always been more interested in traveling to Europe to see family. I never would...
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There have been only a handful of times that I ever questioned my decision about moving to Guam. One of those times was the evening that I arrived on island. As the taxi pulled out of the airport and...
View Article“Thanks for Nothing…”
If you live in Guam you’ve probably been bombarded by political signs along every road, blocking your view and getting in your way over the last few months. If you’ve tried to watch a Youtube video or...
View ArticleJapanese Memorial, Park Life, and Pig Trails!
Hey everyone, hope you’re all having a great month! Just wanted to share some of my recent explorations in Guam. Starting with the South Pacific Japanese Memorial Park in Yigo. This shrine is in one of...
View ArticleMy Happy Place
After this last trip to Ritidian and the outdoor hikes I’ve done since then, I think I’ll be staying out of the sun for awhile and give my skin a break. I love going to Ritidian for hiking, swimming,...
View ArticleThings People Want to Know About Guam 3
It’s that time again! Part 1 Part 2 1. What’s the weather like in Guam? Always hot & humid. Even though people refer to the summer months as summertime, there are really only two seasons: dry and...
View ArticleSitting on Top of the World
I don’t know the significance of these crosses on top of the hill near Leo Palace. We’ve passed them a few times on our way to the red dirt trails, but this time we stopped on the side of the road to...
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