The Santos Kiluus shrine sits abandoned off a back road late at night. For more religious images from Guam, click here. It wasn’t by choice that I’ve received most of my nicknames. There were five other Bens in my grade in elementary school, three of which played on the soccer team. When I was dubbed [...] Read more »
The sun shines through the palms from the clear blue sky above Guam. For more sunny pictures from Guam, click here. It amazes me how quickly my mood swings on Guam. One moment I’m enjoying the simple things—the breeze on my face, the warmth of the sun, the way the water laps against docks—and the [...] Read more »
Dependence Day When I was young, I always heard people speak about their birthdays as if they were the greatest day of the year. Sure, Christmas offered presents and Halloween was full of candy, but birthdays were a very special day just for that person. Everyone would get together, play games, have cake, and it [...] Read more »
The Chamorro Village in Hagåtña is considered an essential stop in Guam. For more fuzzy pictures of Guam, click here. One of the essential stops on any visit to Guam is the Chamorro Village. At least, that’s what I’m told. The pier in Hagåtña turns into a small festival with baubles, barbecue, dancing, and shows [...] Read more »