Tag Archives: Japan

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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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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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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We Interrupt Our Usual Programming to Provide This Emergency Message- Typhoon

Posted on September 24, 2011 by Emily Cannell

An emergency message from the US Embassy is always an unwelcome addition to one`s inbox. Next came an email from school announcing its closure and the imminent arrival of the elated Offspring and their celebrating compadres. This was more distressing … Continue reading →

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Borneo Sounds Great! Now where the Hell is it?

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Emily Cannell

A long time ago, in a land far away, Spouse and I concocted yet another scheme designed to pique the interest of our Offspring in lands and people beyond the cul-de-sac. Offered at the feet of these future UN leaders … Continue reading →

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Hoist the Sails- Kentucky`s Not Just for Horse Lovers

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Emily Cannell

What do two tired middle-aged sisters do when faced with the dilemma of entertaining 4 kids each capable of rendering an adult speechless in under 60 seconds and too big for confinement within a dog crate? Hoist the sales and … Continue reading →

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A Re-Cap- The Previous Year in 7 Posts

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Emily Cannell

One of the awards I enjoy when other bloggers are basking in its radiance is the “7 Posts” Award. This esteemed and coveted honor famed in blogging lore requires the author to highlight 7 posts of note- or not- depending … Continue reading →

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Let’s Get Grandmama to Eat it- She’ll Eat Anything.

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Emily Cannell

When in Japan, the host orders food for the group who are then required by the rules of social etiquette to eat whatever fare this person selects. During Grandmama’s visit, I was sure to order japanese specialties which never fail to … Continue reading →

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Hurdling Down the Hozu-gawa River- Grandmama and Offspring In Tow

Posted on June 25, 2011 by Emily Cannell

Every day for the last 14 years, Spouse and I methodically perform a daily ritual known as “coffee talk.” Coffee talk obviously derives its name from the ritualistic consumption of the caffeinated beverage which enables each member to hoist his … Continue reading →

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