Comfort Food Lamentation

I wondered what I would miss the most from the states while living abroad and it's no surprise to me that it's one thing I can't really have shipped here because it has to be kept cold.  There are a few things that have definitely been missed, such as tasso and Cajun smoked sausage and … Continue reading Comfort Food Lamentation

In-Door Heatwave

Christmas decorations are out, Thanksgiving menu is planned, gift lists are made, holiday scented candle purchased.  Is it winter yet?Yes it was rather chilly last week, barely reaching 60 most days and yet on the weekend it was up in mid 60's again.  I'm ready for full on winter, let me break out the cold weather … Continue reading In-Door Heatwave

Habu What?

So ... last night I was being all social n stuff then someone walked around offering a shot to people.   What is it? Habu Sake.  Sure I'll try it, why not?   It was not bad but oddly enough everyone who tried it seemed to have a different taste experience.  For me it was rather like … Continue reading Habu What?

Blog Success To Do List

Why is it,  professional blogger people, that once you become super popular and well liked you end up bringing in guest bloggers to showcase on your blog?  I appreciate to some extent that you are opening a door for their blog to become more successful but seriously, I just want to read your thoughts thus … Continue reading Blog Success To Do List

Thursday Shenanigans

I woke up yesterday in a pretty darn good mood.  Had a funny conversation with a great friend who always makes me laugh and brightens my day - *cough*Shirley*cough* then was off to start my work day.  Walking to work was amazing, the cool crisp Autumn air was uplifting and I smiled all the way … Continue reading Thursday Shenanigans

Bazaar is an AWESOME word

My apologies for the lack of posting lately.  We have been fighting this cold so not been out much the last week or so and likely won't be doing much this weekend.  But as soon as we are back in good health the blogging of fun-ness in Japan will continue.  I may come up with … Continue reading Bazaar is an AWESOME word

Birthday Weekend

The best part of my birthday is that it falls around a 3 day weekend so I usually get three days to celebrate. Ok who am I kidding, I celebrate for about a week, I'll be honest. This year, our first in Japan was a really great time. It started out on Friday, we went … Continue reading Birthday Weekend