Monthly Archives: November 2011

The Nose Visits Japan- A Guest`s Reaction

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Emily Cannell

Many of you are familiar with my younger sister, the Nose, so nicknamed for her savant type recall of maps, ability to identify geographical landmarks, and unsurpassed skill at navigating around a place with which she has no familiarity. In … Continue reading →

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Only in Japan

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Emily Cannell

No matter what the country of origin, religious preference or family upbringing, there are certain irrefutable facts about boys. 1) They always take unnecessary risks, 2) stay dirty until the age of 18 3) prefer eating with fingers and using … Continue reading →

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Please- Don`t Make Me Eat That- Monjayaki

Posted on November 13, 2011 by Emily Cannell

As I slowly and deliberately eat my way through Japan, I`ve discovered two certainties regarding the food- first, Japanese food does not include chicken teriyaki, and second, sample even the most repulsive in appearance- it could rank as one of … Continue reading →

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Miss Hathoway- Please Circulate this Announcement

Posted on November 5, 2011 by Emily Cannell

The Clampitts regret to inform all family and friends about the passing of our beloved family member- the Hurricane, so named for her ability to wreak havoc and infuse destruction in to all situations. A backyard service was held where … Continue reading →

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