October Excursions – Part 2

The last tour we were on went to Nanadaru Hot Spring and Joren Waterfall. Joren Waterfall has quite a history, it was created by a volcanic eruption many lifetimes ago and is located on the Izu Peninsula. To get to the waterfall there are about 150 steps which going down is not so bad but … Continue reading October Excursions – Part 2

What’s In a Name?

So, a blogger I follow REDdog is from the very awesome Australia and recently posted about how Aussies use nicknames for everyone.  Too intriguing for me to pass up because I have never really had a nickname.  Sure some people have used Di or Diane (which isn't shorter so not sure why that works for … Continue reading What’s In a Name?

Vacillate

Thanks to my friend at The Pith and The Peel  I give you...   vacillate From websters.com [vas-uh-leyt] verb (used without object), vacillated, vacillating. 1.to waver in mind or opinion; be indecisive or irresolute: His tendency to vacillate makes him a poor leader. 2.to sway unsteadily; waver; totter; stagger. 3.to oscillate or fluctuate. verb (intransitive) … Continue reading Vacillate

Vociferous

This week's word is Vociferous which was used by Farmer Farthing in the form of "vociferously".  I like this word, it sounds rather proper and dignified.  A nice way to say loud and obnoxious. haha   What does it mean?   Borrowed from Merriam-Webster Dictionary: vo·cif·er·ous adjective \vō-ˈsi-f(ə-)rəs\ : expressing feelings or opinions in a … Continue reading Vociferous

Trust In Myself

Trust is a strange thing. Trusting that someone is being honest with the words they say and actions they perform. For most of my life it seems I do not have trust in people in general.  This is likely a personal issue within myself, I find doubt that someone is being honest, upfront, genuine and … Continue reading Trust In Myself

Playing Catch-Up (not Ketchup)

I haven't posted much on our outings lately so below are some things we have been up to lately.   A Walkabout: The buildings in Japan are so interesting, from the high tech high rises in Tokyo to the below photos of tiny shops and narrow homes lining just about every street, there is something … Continue reading Playing Catch-Up (not Ketchup)

Annual Evaluation – Internal Spring Cleaning

On May 1st, 2014 it will officially be one year at this job, definitely doesn't feel like it has been that long most of the time. Mostly, I very much like the job and the coworkers and the boss-lady.  Mostly, I truly enjoy the actual work and the people we interact with daily.  The hours … Continue reading Annual Evaluation – Internal Spring Cleaning