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Ringing in the Year of the Dragon- Japanese Style

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Emily Cannell

The Year of the Dragon roared in to Japan hailed by a 7.0 earthquake. Somebody`s a drama queen. In spite of that auspicious entry, I think I speak for all Japan residents when I say we are happy to see … Continue reading →

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Yes- I`m a Temple Snob

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Emily Cannell

After living in Japan for over a year, and visiting thousands, if not millions, of temples and shrines, I`ve become a “Temple Snob.” Enticing the Ouisar-san in to a temple visit now requires a hook. Upon further reflection, the temples … Continue reading →

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The Office- Every Sunday was Halloween. And then…..

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Emily Cannell

Every family has unique rituals. Our`s is no different- except our rituals might be unusual  compared to others. A long-established ritual for the Clampitts is the weekend trip to Spouse`s office. Spouse catches up on work while the Offspring catch … Continue reading →

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Wedding Stalkers Anonymous Welcomes Two New Members

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Emily Cannell

Hi, my name is Ouisar-san and I`m a wedding stalker. I have a fetish for Japanese Shinto weddings. The urge to ambush elated couples during their nuptial celebration stems from experiences as a child. I don`t recall which ones exactly. … 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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Harassing the Nose….

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Emily Cannell

My younger sister, the Nose, is coming in town. Never let it be said that I passed an opportunity to harass a younger sister when the situation presented itself. One is never too old, or too mature, to practice this … Continue reading →

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Backstage in Borneo- Adventures with Bear Grylls

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Emily Cannell

Not wanting to appear a name dropper, I purposely avoided using Bear Grylls` name (Man vs Wild- the Discovery Channel) while recounting the adventures of Borneo. Certainly Bear would show Offspring #2 and me in several shots from “Man vs … Continue reading →

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The Making of a Tree Hugger

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Emily Cannell

Thanks to a liberal education and a couple of teachers militant about saving the rain forest, Offspring #2 embraced the concept of the “Eco Friendly” vacation with arms, legs and soul. I feebly cooperated in a futile attempt at bonding … Continue reading →

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