Today is the pagan holiday Imbolc. Tonight we welcome the quieting of Winter and the approach of Spring. The Crone makes way for the Maiden in the turning of the wheel. Bright, warm blessings to all on this Imbolc. Today I am hoping the turning of the wheel brings some peace, love, good energy and a happy … Continue reading Preparing for the Sun
On March 15, 2012 I got married. It was a quick Las Vegas - drive thru non-event that neither of our families attended with us. Almost a year later we had a reception where we invited our families to celebrate our wedding with us. We never had a honeymoon. This year is our last year in Japan, … Continue reading The Honeymoon
I have a fantastic vacation to report about but there's so much going on right now I'm just not focused in enough to do the trip justice. With work and trying to squeeze in life stuff, the next couple of weeks is going to be crazy busy. Ozzfest concert series this weekend! I feel bad … Continue reading Time and Energy
Yokosuka, Japan was cold and windy when we arrived in late February, windy and rainy in April and May, windy rainy and getting hot in June, miserably nasty hot in July, August and the first week of September. The last week or so has been completely bearable … Continue reading Relief is in Sight and Other Thoughts
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
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
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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