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
Author: ddupre315
Who should I be today?
I'm goofy, I'm geeky, I'm a bit emo - I'm a grandmother, a bit of a gamer and a big reader.
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
Getting Out in Japan
First off, my feet are tired and sore. I truly love that so much of Japan is so very accessible, however my feet are not used to this much activity. I am hoping they catch up and get in the game soon or the next 3 years will be painful - I'm not giving up … Continue reading Getting Out in Japan
Week 2 in Japan
This week did not turn out the way we planned but I'm not complaining. The plan was: Friday: we pass the written portion of the driving test, go into town and have sushi! Saturday/Sunday: explore a LOT, get train swipey thingies and go visit the husband's co-workers for a bbq or whatever. Monday/Tues: move in … Continue reading Week 2 in Japan
Week 1 in Japan
To be honest, it isn't your typical first week living in a new place. Since we are Navy we have had to go through a week of orientation which has taken up most of our days. Also, for probably the first time in my life I … Continue reading Week 1 in Japan
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