Duseigneur and Jimmi have been connected by the Pacific Ocean since birth—long before they ever met. With Duseigneur hailing from American Samoa and Jimmi from San Diego, their shared love for the ocean is a grounding reminder of their roots and their connection to one another.

When they were expecting their first pepe, they searched for Samoan board books to introduce everyday language in the earliest years—and found none. What began as a small project to make books for their own aiga quickly grew into a movement of families, caregivers, and educators who shared the same desire for their tamaiti: to hear, speak, and love Gagana Sāmoa from the beginning.

As their family has grown, so has the work. And with that growth has come the need to slow down, honor capacity, and shape the business in a way that is sustainable and meaningful. They have chosen to transition from direct retail to wholesale partnerships—working with retailers, schools, and community organizations who can carry their books forward.

This shift allows these books to reach more hands, more homes, and more classrooms—while still caring for the heart of where this all began: family, language, and connection.

From our aiga to yours, fa‘afetai tele lava for walking alongside us in this journey.