A Seahawks Welcome for a Cowboys Fan: Manser Patis Visits the Emerald CityManser Patis, my dear brother and die-hard Cowboys fan, recently made the trek from Guam to our beloved Seahawks country. As a family, we knew we had to welcome him with open arms and show him the best...
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Uncle’s Visit – It’s Been 25 Years
Our Uncle's Surprise Visit: A Joyous Reunion with Uncle Resyo WichepOur uncle's recent visit to Seattle was an absolute blast! We hadn't seen him since he graciously hosted our wedding reception back home in Sokehs, Pohnpei, all the way back in June of 1991. It was such a delight to...
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A Cowboy in Hawks Country
Our Uncle's Visit to Seahawks CountryOur dear Uncle Jus, a die-hard Cowboys fan from Irving, Texas, recently came to visit us here in Seattle. As Seahawks fans through and through, we were excited to show him all the wonders of our beautiful city and the surrounding Pacific Northwest.Despite his loyalty...
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16 Years and Yes Guam is burning – It’s Festpac GUAM
After 16 long years, I finally had the chance to return to Guam. I must admit, the summer heat was a bit overwhelming at first, but being reunited with my family and friends made it all worth it. The fact that the FESTPAC Guam was happening during my visit was...
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Front Yard Redesigning – Widen the Driveway
Transforming My Front Yard: From Drab to Fab!When I first moved into my home, the front yard was a bit of an eyesore. The grass was patchy and unkempt, and the overall look was rather uninviting. But I was determined to change that and turn my front yard into a...
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A Wellness Retreat to the Sunshine State of Florida
Rewarding Ourselves: A Wellness Retreat in the Sunshine StateAfter finally accomplishing the American dream of owning our own home, my family and I decided to treat ourselves to a much-needed wellness retreat in the sunshine state of Florida. We were thrilled to bring along our youngest son, who had never...
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First DIY Project & First Christmas
Our First DIY ProjectIt's been an exciting few months since we moved into our new house! Just as we were getting settled in and preparing for the holidays, the Pineapple Express - that strong wind from Hawaii - came through and knocked down part of our backyard fence. While it...
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Moving In & a Newborn – Our Coco
We're so excited to be moving into our new house! After renting it out for a while, the time has finally come for us to make it our own. Before we can fully settle in, though, we're planning a big housewarming party to celebrate. It will be the perfect chance...
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Becoming a Landlord
"It's Official - We're Homeowners! But There's a Twist...After months of searching, we're thrilled to announce that our mortgage loan has been approved! This means it's time to start packing and preparing to move into our new house. However, there's been a slight delay in our plans. The sellers have...
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Day of Reckoning – Approval On the Line
Navigating the Mortgage Maze: How a Trip to Point Defiance Helped Us UnwindThe mortgage process can be a rollercoaster of emotions, filled with stress, uncertainty, and the constant worry of whether your loan will be approved. For my partner and I, this journey was no exception. As we navigated the...