So, I had a thought the other day. Yes I know, buckle up. I am rather new to blogging and I follow a few people but tend to be rather picky on who I click "Follow" on. One of the things I noticed on the control panel is that I can't find anywhere that lists … Continue reading I Delete You!
Month: March 2013
Cherry Blossoms ~ a Hailey Barco orginal painting
The artist is 15 years old, the daughter of my best friend. I'm already working on commissioning her to paint one for me, to commemorate our first wedding anniversary and the move to Japan. =)
Charmin Mama Bear – The Untold Story
Yes we've seen baby bear with the pieces of toilet paper sticking to their backsides. But from one woman to another, I would like to see Mama Bear with pieces sticking to her crotch cuz really, that's the truth isn't it? Does anyone really get toilet paper stuck to their butt cheeks? I'm just sayin...
Directness to a Fault
I can't think of a time in my life where I wasn't as direct as possible in communicating. Often, there is praise for it and people seem to appreciate it even though sometimes it's dripping with sarcasm =P it just sneaks out. Sometimes, I'll fully admit, my ability to communicate my thoughts hits a wall … Continue reading Directness to a Fault
Book Review: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins – Slight Spoiler Alert!
I try not to "spoil" too much, hopefully the following just covers enough not to ruin it for anyone who hasn't read it yet.First I want to say I have heard that this story was rather stolen from an earlier book, I plan to read said earlier novel to see if there truly is a … Continue reading Book Review: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins – Slight Spoiler Alert!
Exploring Japan-Photo Essayish
Between doing paperwork for my new job and receiving/unpacking our household goods ie furniture and such. Yay we have the t.v. set up ! Honestly, we don't watch a lot of television but somehow having it connected felt like a milestone in our feeling at home here. I can't explain that but there it is. … Continue reading Exploring Japan-Photo Essayish
Vernal Equinox
There are a few times during the year when holidays and festivals of many faiths overlap. The Spring Equinox is one of them. A quick breakdown of a few of the religious and local celebrations: For many Pagan paths it is Ostara - the Sun God awakens and begins his travel across the sky. His … Continue reading Vernal Equinox
Birds of Prey ~ Spiritual Creatures
An unexpected surprise upon moving to Yokosuka are the birds. Yes I know it's coastal, it's an island! But, I am used to the Seagulls and Pigeons of California. I was not expecting to see two of my favorite birds constantly in the sky above. The Sea Hawk: If you know me well you know I am … Continue reading Birds of Prey ~ Spiritual Creatures
Fifty Shades Trilogy- E.L. James – Review- Spoiler alert!
I suppose I should review each book, then perhaps wrap it up with a summary. There is no way I can come up with to review this trilogy without giving some spoilers so please don't read this if you are picky about knowing anything. Fifty Shades of Grey: I should clarify first that I read … Continue reading Fifty Shades Trilogy- E.L. James – Review- Spoiler alert!
Us…Together…Happy
Why do I sometimes feel the need to dwell on things in the past? To continue to learn from them perhaps? To appreciate where it has brought me? Tonight I am back in 2011 before marriage and when my husband (then boyfriend) and I decided to separate. For some reason I'm dwelling there, on the … Continue reading Us…Together…Happy