As you might know, my mom was visiting us here in Japan for around two weeks. We talked a great many things, of course. One if the things we discussed was how I used to go much more into my specific “Japan” adventures when I first arrived, and how I should one day write up … More Blast from the Past
They dress in red robes and sing to say goodbye. Parents and teachers watch, clap and cry. Diplomas are passed out. Speeches are given. Pictures are taken. Then comes the lunch. Awkward conversation. More speeches. Skits. Speeches. Tears. Sobbing tears of farewell. One last song together. Goodbye teachers. Retire to the classroom. One last look. … More Graduation Day
My wife has had a busy few weeks. First off, she was really pregnant, and that by itself seemed exhausting. And then, on the 3rd, she gave birth. Like a warrior. We’ve both been working hard to adjust to our changes. But work goes on. Case in point, she has had to finish up some … More On a Quest
Rika and Airi are still recovering and I’m spending time with Leo. Everything is pretty smooth. Except for being quiet worn out. Here are a few pictures that summarize my day. And of course, one more sweet Airi picture. If you enjoyed this post, please like my Facebook author page and become a patron through Patreon. Or if you like podcasts … More Some Baby Pictures
As the days get closer and closer to the birth of my daughter, who could really arrive at any time, I keep thinking about what it is I want to do going forward. I know I want to keep writing and creating, and hope that the future will bring more time that I can dedicate … More Future Goals: Giving and Charity
Okay, confession time: I really like my main job. I kind of fell into teaching. I come from a family of teachers and sometimes it seems like a majority of the extended family, on both sides, either are teachers or have taught. I think that outside of my dad and brother, almost everyone else has … More Drinking after Work
I woke up Friday morning a little more tired than normal. I moved a little slower, but somehow I still managed to get to work on time. It was one of those beautiful almost spring days where the sun was shining strong enough that that jacket I wore as I left my building spent a … More Under the Weather, Over the Moon
I have been living in Japan since 2004, and while I am not comfortable saying I am fluent in Japanese, I do consider myself highly conversational. I should honestly study more. Not just exist in a Japanese environment, but legitimately study. But life is busy and time is short. But it is on my list … More Raising a Bilingual Child
Season 2 continues with chapter 19 of “Bloody Tokyo” by indie author Brent Thomas. A modern horror story containing vampires, werewolves, magic, oni, ninjas, samurai, yakuza, and more all set against the backdrop of modern Tokyo. This week’s Patreon shout out goes to Natalie! She is the reason that the rough transcripts are available to … More Bloody Tokyo, Ch. 19
As I write this I am riding a train back home. I spent the day teaching at a girls-only elementary school here in Japan. Through out the day I overheard snippets of conversation about who is making chocolate and who isn’t. For this school the vibe surrounding chocolates is more friendly than flirty. I’m sure … More My Valentine’s Day
Deadly Troubadour 