CHAMORRO PARTIES II

Photo is of cousin James at Thanksgiving -- he's awesome, and such an excellent cook! Thank you James, for the cooking lessons.

Oh, it is such a wonderous ocassion to go to a Chamorro party out here in the states! I don't go out as often as they have them in Fayetteville, NC......but, when I do, I am perfectly content!!

Today, my family and I went to a high school graduation party for J.J. Meno! What a great accomplishment for him! He worked so hard he earned quite a scholarship. Congrats J.J.!

It is amazing to me how the Chamorro people have kept their traditions alive through Spanish, American, Japanese, and American occupation! Traditions like chenchule, amening, food, etc., continue to thrive because WE continue to practice it! In honor of our culture, in honor of sharing and preserving our heritage, a huge thanks to everyone who helped prepare, cook, and clean for today's celebration. It is A LOT of work to cook!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

pquinene