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THE WISH FISH (Response)
A fellow writer Alice Keys wrote THE WISH FISH MICRO-fiction #7: each tale 100 words, exactly. This is my response – also 100 words exactly. THE WISH FISH (Response) As the third rock breaks the surface, the large gray fish … Continue reading
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Ways to help beat writers block (especially while writing a novel)
Here are some suggestions I passed on to someone in a writers group in answer to their question Looking for suggestions on "Writers Block" 1) Let your brain go elsewhere from a writing point. Try poetry or just a brain … Continue reading
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Response to – How do you plan your stories – IRT writing
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Kellogg – You've got some catching up to do young man!!!
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Novel update
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60K words feels great! #NaNoWriMo #NaNoRDU
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Fancy Cherry Blossom Notebook and Fountain Pen to be Released by PLUS and SAILOR
07.March.2020 | FASHION
PLUS Corporation and The Sailor Pen Co., Ltd. have teamed up to created a limited edition cherry blossom themed notebook, fountain pen and bottled ink set which will be released on March 16, 2020.
The set includes SAILOR's "Professional Gear Slim" fountain pen, PLUS's "Ca.crea Premium Cross" notebook which is perfect for writing on with the pen, and a bottle of ink.
The notebook features a gorgeous gold leaf design and a cherry blossom pink cover. The three-fold notebook is A4 size, and the durable front cover uses cross paper. The inside pages are a subtle cream colour, and the ink from the fountain pen does not leak through the pages. The pages are also smooth and level and so is nice to write on.
The pens come in two colours: pink which reminds one of cherry blossoms, and clear gold. Both pens are also glossed with golden glitter and feature a beauty cherry blossom design.
The extravagant 14k golden pen tip and lid also have cherry blossom flowers on them, as does the label of the bottled ink.
This set comes in a fitting pink gift box, making it a perfect present to stationery lovers whether to yourself, a friend, or someone starting at a new school.
Ca.crea Premium Cross x Professional Gear Slim Sakura Saku Limited-Edition Set
Release Date: March 16, 2020
Price: ¥23,000 (Before Tax)
Available: https://sailorshop.jp/ and elsewhere
See 3,000 Rhododendrons in Full Bloom at the Tsutsuji Garden by Lake Ashi in Hakone
29.March.2020 | SPOT
May is the most colourful time of the year at Hotel de Yama near Lake Ashi in Hakone, when a total of 3,000 rhododendronsーcomprised of 30 different typesーbloom their beautiful flowers in the large Tsutsuji Garden, where one can enjoy a great view of Mount Fuji and Lake Ashi.
Tsutsuji Garden at Hotel de Yama
"Tsutsuji" is the Japanese word for rhododendron. The Tsutsuji Garden at Hotel de Yama was once the villa of Koyata Iwasaki, "the fourth and last president of a unified Mitsubishi." During that time, numerous varieties of rhododendrons were planted in the garden, which have since been maintained. There are plants amongst them that are over 100-years-old, ones that tower over the human stature, and more; with petals that bloom pink, red, purple, and white.
A combined view of the kaleidoscopic rhododendrons and Mount Fuji
The staff who are experts on the garden have set up two photo frame stands in two of the best spots in the garden for taking picturesque photos. Snap some Instagrammable and memories with the colourful rhododendrons and Mount Fuji together.
Rhododendron Desserts: Saison a colorier – ¥1,634 / Tea Set – ¥2,360 (Before Tax)
Salon de thé Rosage, the dessert restaurant that sits in front of the hotel, is serving up a new special dessert called "Saison a colorier" in line with the full bloom of the rhododendrons. It captures the colourful pink, red, white, and purple appearance of the flowers, and looks like a mini version of the hotel's garden on your plate. The main part of the dessert is the tea mousse, which has a bright red colour as it is coated beautifully in a strawberry puree nappage. The tea used in the mouse is an original rhododendron blend exclusive to the restaurant.
The white rhododendron dessert is a macaron that's filled with raspberry sorbet. The red which contrasts with the white is a rhododendron milk tea cream and fresh raspberries. The rest of the plate is adorned with pink jelly and edible flowers. The perfect afternoon tea to finish off your time at Tsutsuji Garden.
Hotel de Yama / Salon de thé Rosage
Address: 80 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Official Website: https://www.hakone-hoteldeyama.jp/en/
3 Must-Visit Cherry Blossoms Spots in Nagasaki Prefecture's Hirado City | Spring 2020
27.March.2020 | SPOT
Spring has arrived in the city of Hirado, Nagasaki, which has been dyed a cherry blossom pink colour from the blossoming of the cherry trees. A simple glance at the signs of spring there is enough to have one feeling elated. It has also made the news that the budding of the cherry blossoms in Hirado has arrived earlier than usual.
We've made a list of 3 popular spots to enjoy Hanami in Hirado this spring.
Jigenzakura is a single sakura tree that stands proud and majestic. Aged 140 years old, the tree is listed as a National Treasure of Hirado. It's close to the Oshima variety of cherry tree, and was planted by Catholics who migrated to Japan at the beginning of the Meiji Period. A visit to Jigenzakura offers a splendid sight to behold as it blossoms in the ravine. The best time to see it in full bloom last year was March 31.
Address: Kigatsucho, Hirado, Nagasaki (35-minutes from Hirado Bridge)
Nagasaki Tabi Net: https://www.nagasaki-tabinet.com/guide/51690/
Kameoka Shrine / Kameoka Park
Kameoka Park is a famous cherry blossom site that's adjacent to Hirado Castle. It's home to around 1,000 sakura trees, which are best seen from the end of March to early April. It also has a very rare type of cherry blossom called the nidozaki-zakura which blooms twice. You can see these around mid-April at Kameoka Park.
Address: 1458 Iwanouechō, Hirado, Nagasaki (7-minutes from Hirado Bridge)
Nagasaki Tabi Net: https://www.nagasaki-tabinet.com/guide/370/
Tabira Park
Tabira Park is just over Hirado Bridge, and is a place where you can look out at both Hirado Bridge and Hirado Seto while gazing at the rows of cherry trees.
Address: 823-1 Tabirachō Kotedamen, Hirado, Nagasaki (Next to Hirado Bridge)
Official Website: http://nagasaki-park.or.jp/free/tabira
Hirado is easy to get to, and is a must-visit not just for Hanami, but for the food and its rich history too.
Witness Mount Fuji and Fully Bloomed Cherry Blossoms at HOSHINOYA Fuji
HOSHINOYA Fuji is offering a very special Hanami flower-viewing experience for guests from April 7 to 21 this year where they can observe the springtime cherry blossoms against the backdrop of Mount Fuji. Offers include cherry blossom desserts, a glamping experience inside a cabin eating curry while enjoying the scenery of the outdoors, a private outdoor dining dinner, and more.
HOSHINOYA Fuji hails as Japan's first luxury camping resort. Located on the hill overlooking Lake Kawaguchi near Mount Fuji. It offers the ultimate glamping experience, with a large outdoor terrace surrounded by nature, cabins that can be enjoyed throughout the year, and more. It's difficult to go out and enjoy the cherry blossoms on the streets right now, but if you'd still like to enjoy spring safely with your special someone, then HOSHINOYA Fuji has created a special springtime experience.
Sakura Apéro: Witness the cherry blossoms during sunset with desserts in hand
"Sakura Apéro" is a chance to take a breather and enjoy all the beauties nature has to offer. It is held in the cabin area of HOSHINOYA Fuji under the towering cherry blossom trees. Sit back, relax, and enjoy an evening treat of cherry blossom flavoured bean paste rice cake, a cup of matcha milk or a matcha cocktail, and a front row seat of the cherry blossoms as the sun sets.
Hanami on the terrace
HOSHINOYA Fuji's cabina area is built in such a way so that guests can enjoy an outdoor experience. One third of the cabin has a terrace area with an enormous window that looks out into the natural landscape. A fireplace and kotatsu is available so you can still enjoy the outdoors even inside while relaxing with a comfortable stay into the late nights. Some of the cabins offer a view of the surrounding cherry blossom trees, inviting spring into your room.
Curry made on one of Mount Fuji's lava plates
At HOSHINOYA Fuji, guests can enjoy outdoor cooking in luxury be it in one of the cabins or the dining restaurant in the forest. Those who want to relax in a cabin are recommended the "Glamping Curry" at the terrace. You grill beef and vegetables yourself on a Mount Fuji lava plate and can combine five spices of your choice to create your own original flavour. In the outdoor dining area, which is exclusive to groups of guests, game meat is also served, such as boar and deer, as well as seasonal vegetables prepared in a dutch oven. For dessert, there's cherry blossom flavoured ice cream. You can also make your own strawberry sauce using fresh strawberries over a fire to pour over your ice cream before topping it with matcha crumbles.
Due to the ongoing situation surrounding the coronavirus, all guest rooms and public areas at all HOSHINOYA facilities are being thoroughly cleaned in line with the recommended guidelines to ensure the health and safety of guests and staff. Alcohol gel is available at all HOSHINOYA facilities, and staff's health and hygiene are being consistently examined.
HOSHINOYA Fuji
Address: 1408 Ōishi, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi
Official Website: https://www.hoshinoya.com/
5 Must-Visit Cherry Blossom Spots in Toyota City in Aichi Prefecture For Hanami 2020
21.March.2020 | SPOT
Toyota in Aichi Prefecture is a city abundant with nature and one home to countless famous flower spots. Tourism Toyota has outlined a list of the perfect places to visit there this spring to enjoy viewing the cherry blossoms for this year's Hanami.
Asian Fawnlily | Korankei
Korankei is a valley created by the Yodo River in Toyota, Aichi, and is said to be one of the best places in Japan to enjoy the autumn colours. In spring, an area covering 5,000m² blooms with beautiful Asian fawnlilies, dyeing the grass as a light purple carpet.
Best Time To See: Mid March – Late March
Location: Korankei, Iimori Asukecho, Toyota, Aichi
Access: Board the Meitetsu Bus bound for Yamani (矢並線) at Toyotashi Station's East Exit, get off at Korankei (香嵐渓), and walk for 10-minutes
Official Website: https://www.tourismtoyota.jp/spots/detail/272/
Cherry Blossoms & Spiraea Thunbergii | Aichi Greenery Center
Every year at Aichi Greenery Center from late March to early April, the Spiraea Thunbergii, also known as Thunberg's meadowsweet, blossom their white flowers in full along a path stretching 200 meters, which makes it look like the area is covered in snow. When the cherry blossoms bloom, their light pink flowers offer a beautiful contrast with the snowbound meadowsweet.
Best Time To See: Late March – Early April
Address: Saruta-21-1 Nishinakayamachō, Toyota, Aichi
Access: Board the Oiden Bus bound for Fujioka/Toyota Via Nishinakayama (藤岡・豊田線(西中山経由)) and get off at the Greenery Center (緑化センター)
Official Website: https://www.tourismtoyota.jp/spots/detail/277/
Weeping Cherry Blossoms | Kaminaka
Kaminaka is home to some incredible weeping cherry sights. Around 3,000 weeping cherry trees stretch 1km from the car park, dyeing the mountainous landscape white, red, and pink.
Best Time To See: Early to Mid April
Address: Makigahora Kaminakacho, Toyota, Aichi
Access: 27km from Shidare Interchange (枝下IC) via Sarugata Green Road (猿投グリーンロード)
Official Website: https://www.tourismtoyota.jp/spots/detail/225/
Weeping Cherry Blossoms | Zuiryuji Temple & Daian-ji Temple
Zuiryuji Temple is home to a weeping cherry tree that is said to be 400 years old. It is officially listed as a Natural Treasure of Aichi Prefecture. Its flowers are best enjoyed in early April when it offers a spectacular sight next to the temple gate.
Daian-ji Temple also has an ancient weeping cherry tree that is 260 years old and listed as a National Treasure of Toyota. Another row of cherry trees are located next to it, wrapping the area in gorgeous pink hues. Both of these temple trees are also lit up in the evenings, offering a different kind of beautiful atmosphere from a daytime viewing.
Best Time To See: Early April
Address: Terayama-3 Inabuchō, Toyota, Aichi
Access: Board the Oiden Bus [Kaisoku Inabu] at Toyotashi Station's East Exit, get off at Dongurinoyu Mae (どんぐりの湯前), and walk for 10-minutes
Official Websites:
https://www.tourismtoyota.jp/spots/detail/39/ (Zuiryuji Temple)
https://www.tourismtoyota.jp/spots/detail/697/ (Daian-ji Temple)
Wisterias | Fuji no Kairo
This 370-meter long path is known as Fuji no Kairo, or "Wisteria Corridor," which is home to four different species of wisteria that bloom fully in the spring to the delight of those passing under it.
Best Time To See: Late April – Early May
Address: Mitsukuricho, Toyota, Aichi
Access: Board the Oiden Bus bound for Fujioka/Toyota Via Kanocho (藤岡・豊田線(加納経由)) and get off at Toyota City Hall (藤岡支所). Change onto the Fuji Bus bound for Kawaguchi/Ino (川口・飯野線), then get off at Fuji no Kairo (ふじの回廊口).
Official Website: https://www.tourismtoyota.jp/spots/detail/191/
Shirasagi Coffee: Ehime Prefecture's Cafe Releases Springtime Cherry Blossom Menu
21.March.2020 | FOOD
Shirasagi Coffee, a cafe in Ehime Prefecture, has released a new seasonal menu full of strawberries and cherry blossoms to commemorate the spring season.
Shirasagi Coffee's logo features a heron, a reference to a legend that says the locals of Matsuyama in Ehime noticed that a white heron healed its injured leg by bathing in the hot springs of Dōgo Onsen, one of the oldest hot springs in Japan. The cafe was renovated using furniture made from scrap wood from when Dōgo Onsen was built. It's an artistic cafe that has garnered much attention from both locals and tourists.
Thick-Cut Natural Yeast Toast
This thick-sliced bread is provided by Panya Uzu, a bread shop also in Matsuyama, Ehime. Perfect for breakfast or lunch, it's topped with a cherry blossom jam and mascarpone cheese cream.
Top: Cream Soda / Right: Cherry Blossom Tea Latte / Left: Cherry Blossom & Strawberry Mint Sour
This line-up of three drinks are made using seasonal strawberries grown in Ehime Prefecture.
Sweet Bavarois
Bavarois is a classic dessert at Shirasagi Coffee, and this one is made using matcha grown in the village of Shingu in Ehime and is coated in a cherry blossom cream.
Spring Madonna Parfait
This limited-time parfait is stacked with 12 different ingredients of varying textures and flavours, including cherry blossom, as well as Ehime strawberries, chestnuts, and matcha. It's the culmination of Ehime's springtime ingredients.
Takeout Drinks
Mini Parfait
The cafe also serves mini parfaits, drinks and other items for takeout. Pick something out and go and observe the cherry blossoms for Hanami at Dōgo Park.
Shirasagi Coffee
Address: 2F, 12-1 Dōgoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture
Opening Hours: 08:00-18:00 (from 07:00 on weekends and public holidays)
No Fixed Holidays
Closest Station: Dogo Station via Iyotetsu
Official Website: https://shirasagicoffee.com/
*Open everyday until 22:30 from March 23, 2020
*Table reservations available on weekdays
*Breakfast-only until 11:00
Lisa Larson Designs Cute New Cherry Blossom Hedgehog Items
21.March.2020 | FASHION
An adorable new collection of items fitting for Japanese springtime have been released featuring Lisa Larson's popular hedgehogs and cherry blossoms. Larson has an interest in Japanese culture, and has designed this line-up in time for the Hanami season.
Letter Paper Set – ¥440 (Tax Included) / Masking Tape (35mm) – ¥550 (Tax Included)
The letter paper and masking tape features cute illustrations of the hedgehogs taking a stroll amongst the cherry blossoms. A great spring gift or souvenir from Japan.
Water Absorbent Cloth – ¥660 (Tax Included) / Tea Towel – ¥660 (Tax Included)
The cloth and tea towel are perfect additions to the kitchen, whether for drying the plates, for food prep, wiping the counter, and so on. The adorable strolling hedgehogs will add a warm touch to any kitchen.
Printed Hand Towel – ¥1,540 (Tax Included)
The hedgehogs are enjoying observing the cherry blossoms on this hand towel, which is light-pink and has a gentle Japanese taste to it. The towel is made using a dyeing technique known as kata-yuzen which is used to dye fabrics for kimono in Kyoto. It's a versatile item: it can of course be used as a kitchen towel or cloth, but also for wrapping gifts like wine too.
Mamezara Dish (Hasami Ware) – ¥1,430 (Tax Included)
The hedgehogs are in the thick of the fully-bloomed cherry blossoms on this mamezara dish, which can be used for food or placing small items like keys and accessories.
Waffles – ¥1,620 (Tax Included)
These tins, which feature Mikey and the hedgehogs, are filled with a traditional waffle confection that has been sold by Tokyo Fugetsudo since 1927. They are light and crunchy round wafers stuffed with cream.
Hanami Set 2020 (Online Orders Only) – ¥11,000 (Tax Included)
Available online only, this special set is the perfect way to enjoy Hanami in Japan this season, featuring a cute bird sake jug and more.
Celebrate the arrival of the cherry blossoms in Japan with this new line-up from Lisa Larson.
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Cherry Blossoms and Rape Blossoms Compete For Spring at Kusaba River in Fukuoka
19.March.2020 | SPOT
The town of Chikuzen in Fukuoka Prefecture is home to a 2km strip of cherry blossom trees which bloom their pink beauty along the Kusaba River in spring. The area sees countless people flock there during the Hanami season to see the trees in full bloom.
But Kusaba River isn't only home to cherry blossoms; it also sees rape blossoms sprout their yellow flowers during springtime, which offers a beautiful contrast to the overhead pink from the cherry trees.
The place is lit up in the eveningsーa great chance to see the cherry blossoms in a different light at night.
Rich verdure lines the whole of Kusaba River, so be sure to visit if you're heading to Fukuoka this spring to see the cherry and rape blossoms.
Kusaba River
Address: 875 Hisamitsu, Chikuzen, Asakura-gun, Fukuoka
Bloom Period: Late March – Early April
Access: 5-minutes on foot from Shincho Bus Stop (新町バス停) via Nishi Tetsu Bus
Experience Hanami and Cherry Blossoms With Digital Art at FLOWERS BY NAKED 2020 – Sakura –
18.March.2020 | SPOT
FLOWERS BY NAKED is an annual flower-themed digital art event held by NAKED Inc. As part of this year's event, FLOWERS BY NAKED 2020 – Sakura –, a special addendum event entitled "Nijo Castle Sakura Matsuri" will take place during the evenings at the World Heritage Site Nijo Castle From March 20 to April 12 this year.
FLOWERS BY NAKED is an interactive digital art experience. It has been held at Nijo Castle during the autumns of 2018 and 2019, but this will be the event's first time being held in Kyoto during the spring season. 2020's theme is cherry blossoms, and this will be showcased in a number of wonderful ways.
Prologue | NAKED BIG BOOK
"NAKED BIG BOOK, a monument of the beginning of this exhibition, will show collaboration works by an artist Ryotaro Muramatsu and a photographer LESLIE KEE. LESLIE KEE contained energy into photographs as the quiet expression, and Ryotaro Muramatsu reinterprets his works to dynamic photography art."
Arrival of Spring | Kara-mon Gate (Important Cultural Property)
"Projection mapping expresses the coming of Spring on Karamon-Gate as an important cultural property."
Flowers Wall ~ SAKURA ~ | Inner Moat
"Projection mapping of impressive sakura on the moats in Nijo-jo Castle. The landscape will transition following sakura."
Sakura Droplets | Seiryu-en Garden
"A mystical space surrounded by real sakura where bubbles confined spring fragrance float as the sakura droplet. "
The event is working on countermeasures against the coronavirus, such as installing disinfectants and having staff wear masks. It requests that visitors take normal measures against the infection such as cough etiquette and washing your hands. Click here for more information.
FLOWERS BY NAKED 2020 −Sakura− World Heritage Nijo-jo Castle
Running: March 20, 2020 – April 12, 2020
Opening Hours: 18:00-21:00 (Closed at 22:00)
Location: Nijo-jo Castle
Admission Fees:
Early Bird Tickets (Available until March 19, 2020) / Junior High School and Older ¥1,000, Elementary School Students ¥800
General Tickets (March 20, 2020 – April 12, 2020) / Junior High School and Older ¥1,400, Elementary School Students ¥800
*All prices above include tax. Free for preschoolers. Disability discount available.
Official Website: https://flowers.naked.works/2020nijojo-sakura/
Must-Visit Spots in Kagawa Prefecture in 2020: Cherry Blossoms, Dolphins, Bonsai & More
15.March.2020 | SPOT
Appreciation for the Seto Inland Sea in Japan is on the rise: American company Discovery named Shikoku one of its Top 10 must-visit rising locations around the world for 2020, and the city of Setouchi in Okayama has featured as a recommended travel destination in Western media. One particular location, Kagawa Prefecture, has been featured on many international travel sites as a must-visit place, including on Booking.com, Skyscanner, and REMOTE LANDS, with places such as Takamatsu, Teshima, and Shōdo Island being picked up.
Takamatsu is known as the doorstep that brings together the many islands of Seto Inland Sea. It's a port city with great fresh food, highly convenient for travellers wanting to visit lots of different islands, and a popular region that brings together elements of Japanese culture.
Today, we take a look at some must-visit locations around Takamatsu, including a new facility opening, must-visit spots for spring to early summer, food, and more.
Shikoku Aquarium – The largest aquarium in Shikoku
Shikoku Aquarium is set to be the largest across Shikoku when it opens its doors to the public on March 20, 2020. It's located inside Utazu Seaside Park in the town of Utazu where it will exhibit the creatures that live in Shikoku and feature the many different seaside landscapes located there. But the aquarium won't just stop at showcasing animals, it will also be a cultural facility where you can learn about the history, culture, and natural environment of Shikoku, and there'll be artwork perfect for the Setouchi Triennale contemporary art festival which is held around Seto Inland Sea every three years.
Shikoku Aquarium
Address: Utazu Rinkaikoen, 4-1 Utazu, Ayauta District, Kagawa
Opening Hours:
[March 20, 2020 – September 30, 2020] 9:00-18:00
[October 1, 2020 – March 19, 2021] 10:00-18:00
[Golden Week/Summer Break] 9:00-21:00
No Fixed Holidays
Price: General (16+ Years & High School Students) ¥2,200 / Children (Elementary School Students) ¥1,200 / Toddlers (3+ Years) ¥60
Official Website: http://shikoku-aquarium.jp/
Well-Known & Little-Known-Good Cherry Blossom Spots
Kagawa Prefecture is home to many spots that offer beautiful sounds and sights throughout the four seasons. Cherry blossom season is right around the corner in Japan, so let's take a look at some must-visit spots, both popular and little-known good ones.
■Well-Known Spots
Ritsurin Garden (Takamatsu)
One of the most famous historical gardens in Japan, Ritsurin Garden is home to around 320 Yoshino cherry trees, whose pink colour reflects beautifully off the lake together with the 1,000 green pine trees.
Marugame Castle (Marugame)
Marugame Castle is one of only 12 castle in Japan to have an original wooden tenshu, or castle tower, built. From the great height of the castle's stone wall, which is the tallest in Japan, one can gaze down at 1,000 cherry blossom trees in bloom.
■Little-Known-Good Spots
Megijima (Takamatsu)
Around 3,000 cherry trees bloom on t he island, including Yoshino cherries, yama-zakura, and yae-zakura, which roll from the port to the lighthouse.
Asahiyama Forest Park (Mitoyo)
Asahiyama Forest Park is located on the peak of Mt. Asahi, up 238 meters high. There, you can witness 2,000 vibrant cherry blossom trees bloom in spring, including Yoshino cherries. The park's observation deck is popular too, offering a 360° panoramic view.
Experience the world of bonsai in Kagawa, the only place in Japan which produces pine bonsai trees
Interest in bonsai trees continues to grow every year not just in Japan but overseas too. The number of people incorporating them into their lives as interior decoration is on the rise. Kagawa Prefecture is the only place in Japan which produces pine bonsai trees, the largest places being Kinashi and Kokubunji in Takamatsu. There are around 60 bonsai makers in both of these towns, so you are sure to spot some if you walk through them.
Official Website: https://takamatsu-bonsai.com/en/
The new Takamatsu Bonsai no Sato is also set to open on April 17, which will include an information centre providing information on bonsai culture in Takamatsu, and there will be workshops too. Whether you're new to bonsai or a pro, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Takamatsu Bonsai no Sato
Grand Opening: April 17, 2020
Address: 353-1 Kokubunjichō Kokubu, Takamatsu, Kagawa
Travel to Kagawa this spring to enjoy the cherry blossoms and pay a visit to the new Shikoku Aquarium.
Top 10 Must-Try Cherry Blossom Outdoor Bathing Experiences in Japan
12.March.2020 | SPOT
Online Japanese travel website Jalan has published an article listing the Top 10 cherry blossom furo (bath) locations in Japan based on the results of a questionnaire it held.
Experiencing an outdoor Japanese bath is one thing, but it's made even more special when coupled with the view and scent of the springtime cherry blossoms. The line-up features a list of locations praised for their scenery and the blossom of the cherry trees.
1st Place: Hotel Keikyu Aburatsubo Kanchoso | Kanagawa Prefecture
The baths at Hotel Keikyu Aburatsubo Kanchoso offer a clear view of Koajiro Bay from the hills of the Miura Peninsula. The bright blue shimmer of the ocean and the overlooking sky is made even more vibrant by the Yoshino cherry and kawazu-zakura trees that stand around the bath. It's a tranquil spectacle as you gaze at the blue sea and enjoy your hot bath, which is full of beneficial minerals, as cherry blossom petals dance down from the trees onto the water surface.
2nd Place: Hotel Suehiro | Aichi Prefecture
This popular hotel offers a spectacular view of the ocean from the open-air rooftop bath. Around this time, the 300 Yoshino cherry trees are in full bloom down below. The common way of viewing cherry blossoms is to look up at the trees; but Hotel Suehiro offers the opposite for a unique Hanami experience.
3rd Place: Onsen Yumoto Hounoya | Nara Prefecture
Mount Yoshino is a famous cherry blossom spot as well as a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Onsen Yumoto Hounoya sits in the centre of it all, with cherry blossom trees rolling up and down all around. Enjoy a dip in the hydrogen carbonate spring water while you soak up the sights.
4th Place: Goriyaku no Yu | Chiba Prefecture
Among the mountains of the lush green city of Minamiboso lies Goriyaku no Yu. Three cherry trees bloom right in front of the open-air bath, which can be enjoy together with the striking mountains of the Yoro Ravine. Depending on the day, the petals of the cherry trees fall into the bath, dyeing it a beautiful pink.
5th Place: Fuga No Yado Chouseikan | Niigata Prefecture
Fuga No Yado Chouseikan is home to the largest open-air bath in the prefecture. It's surrounded by 10 Yoshino cherries, which are lit up at night to create a magical atmosphere. Enjoy their full bloom together as the season for the petals' fall begins.
6th Place: Hotel Kami no Yu Onsen | Yamanashi Prefecture
100 cherry trees can be enjoyed from the guest rooms, various baths, and inside the hotel at Kami no Yu Onsen. There are three kinds of cherry blossoms to see: the Yoshino cherry, yoshino-zakura, and yae-zakura. You can see them from the large public baths, but it's the Hanami Furo baths that you can rent out which provide the best experience. They must be booked via telephone.
7th Place: Fujino Yamanami Onsen | Kanagawa Prefecture
This spacious open-air bath is enveloped by a gorgeous garden which blooms many different flowers through the season, including the 11 cherry blossom trees. During the day, you can enjoy the elegance of the garden, and at night it is lit up to provide a bewitching experience. The hot water is pulled from 1,800 meters below ground. The water is praised for its rich minerals which warm you from the inside.
8th Place: Awanoyu Ryokan | Nagano Prefecture
Five Yoshino cherries are planted beside this milk-coloured bubbly bath. Only in a mountainous land such as this where spring arrives late can you enjoy the cherry blossoms together with the leftover snow atop the mountains. The ryokan's sulphur spring water contains carbon dioxide which warms the bath.
9th Place: Okayama Ikoi No Mura | Okayama Prefecture
Okayama Ikoi No Mura is a facility that offers a range of experiences, including coming into contact with animals. There are three bookable baths which offer your very own Yoshino cherry blossom tree view. The observatory deck at the facility is also popular as it overlooks the Seto Inland Sea.
10th Place: Shigisan Kanko Hotel | Nara Prefecture
Shigisan Kanko Hotel in Nara is easily reachable even from Osaka. There, guests can enjoy the full extent of the outdoors with the hot springs that reflect the mountains and the light pink Yoshino cherry trees.
These cherry tree furo baths, where even the steam of the water is dyed pink, can only be enjoyed for about half a month! So if you're planning a trip to Japan for the spring, cherry blossoms, and Hanami, be sure to put one of these picks on your list of must-visit places.
Jalan: https://www.jalan.net/news/article/438798/
Food Review: Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea at Q-pot CAFE. in Omotesando
The MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON editorial team took a trip to Q-pot CAFE. to try out their new afternoon tea experience, the "SAKURA Romantic Tea Party," where we were treated to a pink kawaii tea party experience. This afternoon tea is available now until April 26, 2020.
The cherry blossom designed decor and decorations welcomed us to an early spring. We ate in the cafe's "SAKURA Room" for this review, which takes the Q-pot's springtime cherry blossom experience to the next level.
Romantic SAKURA Afternoon Tea Set w/ Drink – ¥2,400 (Serves 1) (Tax Included) *Photo shows tea set for two
The top plate is beautifully adorned with cherry blossom St. Honoré cakes which are filled with a sumptuous gorgeous cherry blossom cream. There is also peach bavarois, strawberry cookies, and Q-pot CAFE.-original rich, cream ganache-filled macarons. The fallen cherry blossom petals on the plate are also in fact chocolate.
Everything on the plate screams kawaii with the considerate attention that is given to all the little details.
The bottom plate is the savoury stuff. We have hearty croissants filled with duck pastrami and cucumber that has been dressed with white wine vinegar. They are served with a white asparagus cream potage soup and skewered olives, mini tomatoes and pickles.
The balance of flavours between the top and bottom plates is exquisite; the savoury food refreshes your palate after the sweet treats on top.
The set comes with a cup of pink cherry blossom tea. Floral and fruity fragrances fill your nose as you go to take a sip, after which your taste buds are treated to the notes of cherry blossom and raspberry. This subtly sweet and refreshing drink is the perfect accompaniment to your dessert and meal line-up. It even comes with a little chocolate petal.
Romantic SAKURA Mont Blanc Plate w/ Drink – ¥2,060 (Tax Included)
The pink mont blanc gives cherry tree vibes. It's made with cherry blossom bean paste cream, rich matcha chocolate, Japanese waguri chestnut, and chestnut cream. When you fork the fluffy bean paste, you get plenty of chestnut cream and matcha chocolate with it. The sweetness of the cherry blossom bean paste and the subtle bitterness of the matcha go really well together. Q-pot. CAFE offers a selection of original macarons too which you can pick from including strawberry, chocolate, lemon, and melon. We wanted to go as pink as possible, so we went for the strawberry one!
Romantic SAKURA Parfait w/ Drink – ¥1,850 (Tax Included)
This strikingly gorgeous parfait is topped with cherry blossom cookies, cherry blossom meringue, and more. Its tall beautiful form is built up by a selection of ingredients, including Japanese flavours like cherry blossom cream and houjicha sauce.
But what we want to draw attention to is the transparent jelly in the middle of the glass. If you look really closely, it looks like dancing cherry blossom leaves.
Q-pot CAFE. also has a range of other limited-time menu items, as well as food that looks just like real accessoriesーsomething the cafe is famous for. They also have accessories that look like real desserts, like a sugar cookie or crunchy meringue. Perfect for coordinating a spring look this year.
Make sure to pay a visit to Q-pot CAFE. if you're visiting Tokyo this spring!
SAKURA Romantic Tea Party
Running: March 1, 2020 – April 26, 2020
Online Reservations: Now Open
*Afternoon tea set and hanami plan to be served until March 29, 2020
Q-pot. Omotesando
Address: 3-4-8 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: 11:00-20:00 (Last Orders 19:30)
Closed: New Year's Holidays
Official Website: https://www.q-pot.jp/eng/
7 Must-Visit Cherry Blossom Spots in Kyoto For Hanami | 2020 Edition – MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON
The warmer weather is growing ever closer as we start to approach spring, and in Japan, that means the cherry blossom season is right around the corner. Today, we are joined by Instagram user Macchan-san who has provided us with some picturesque photos of places Kyoto for this Top 7 list of must-visit locations in the ancient capital to see the cherry blossoms this year.
Gion Shirakawa
Gion Shirakawa is a place that delivers on expectations when visiting Kyoto, with its rows of traditional houses, stone pavements, and maiko whom you're sure to meet. This area is also lit up with illuminations during the cherry blossom season, which is perfect when you're listening to the sound of the flowing Shirakawa River while gazing to your heart's content at the cherry blossoms.
▶ Gion Shirakawa
Address: Shirakawa River, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto (Between Kawabata Shopping Arcade and Gion Tatsumi Bridge)
Closest Stations: 5-minutes on foot from Gion-Shijō Station (via Keihan Electric Railway) / 10-minutes on foot from Sanjō Station (via Keihan Electric Railway) / 10-minutes on foot from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station (via Hankyu Railway)
Official Website: http://gion-yoisakura.com/
Former Main Building of the Kyoto Prefectural Office
The Former Main Building of the Kyoto Prefectural Office is listed under Japan's list of Important Cultural Properties. It is the oldest building among existing government buildings in Japan. The courtyard is home to towering shidare-zakura cherry blossom trees, which captivate those who visit the building. The view of the buildingーwhose exterior is like that of a western mansionーtogether with the cherry blossoms is a sight to behold.
▶ Former Main Building of the Kyoto Prefectural Office
Address: Yabunouchicho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto
Open: Tuesdays-Fridays (and every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday)
Closed: Public Holidays and New Year Holidays
Opening Hours: 10:00-17:00
Closest Station: 10-minutes on foot from Marutamachi Station
Official Website (Japanese): https://www.pref.kyoto.jp/qhonkan/
Shojuin is famous for its beautiful heart-shaped window located in the reception hall. During the cherry blossom season, the window is dyed a pink colour. It is also lit up in the evenings, but you need to book a place in advance to see it. Places are allocated randomly. You can book on the official website.
▶ Shojuin
Address: Kawakami-149 Okuyamada, Ujitawara, Tsuzuk District, Kyoto
Opening Hours: 9:00-16:30 (April-September)
Price: ¥500 (Includes tea and confection)
Official Website: http://shoujuin.boo.jp/
①Reachable by Keihan Uji Bus (Numbers 180, 182 or 184) from Uji Station and Shin-Tanabe Station. Get off at Ichumae Bus Stop (維中前)
②10 minutes by the Okayamada Community Bus or taxi
Sewaritei is a very popular spot for celebrating Hanami in Japan with its rows of cherry trees that span 1.4km along the park. From the Sakura Deai Kan observation building, you can soak up the breathtaking view of 220 individual cherry blossom trees. When they are in full bloom, it's like walking through a tunnel of them, providing a romantic atmosphere.
▶ Sewaritei
Address: Yawata Zaioji, Yawata 614-8307, Kyoto Prefecture
Closest Station: 10-minutes on foot from Iwashimizu-Hachimangu Station (via Keihan Main Line)
Official Website: https://www.city.yawata.kyoto.jp/0000000479.html
Fushimi Jikkokubune Boats
Fushimi Jikkokubune is an opportunity to board an Edo Period-style boat. It departs from Bentenbashi, and takes passengers on a relaxing journey to observe Kyoto's nature as well as the cherry blossoms. The departing times are fixed and limited, so be sure to check the official website in advance.
▶ Fushimi Jikkokubune Boats
Address: 247 Minamihamacho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto
Times: Check the official website
Closest Station: 5-minutes on foot from Chushojima Station (via the Keihan Main Line)
Official Website: https://kyoto-fushimi.or.jp/ship/
Fushimi Port Park
There is a walking course offered at Fushimi Port Park which lets you take in all of its sights. I recommend going for a Hanami walk when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom.
▶ Fushimi Port Park
Address: Yoshijima Kanaidocho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto
Closest Station: 3-minutes on foot from Chushojima Station (via the Keihan Main Line)
Official Website: http://kyoto-park.or.jp/fushimi/
Fushimi Deai Bridge
This bridge appeared in the anime film I Want to Eat Your Pancreas. It's a very beautiful spot where the cherry trees reflect off the surface of the water below the bridge. The location's sights are the same as they were in the past too.
▶ Fushimi Deai Bridge (in Japanese: 伏見出会い橋)
Address: 911 Kitahamacho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto
Closest Station: 9-minutes on foot from Chushojima Station (via the Keihan Main Line)
Did you enjoy this list? If you're planning a trip to Kyoto this spring, be sure to use these picks as reference for your Hanami and cherry blossom destinations. And if you're looking for more places to visit in Kyoto, then follow Macchan on Instagram
Photos: Macchan


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1 Bdrm 1st flr Flat. Hall. Lounge. K'ette. Bdrm. Bathrm (CT band - TBC). Parking. Price over £110,000 Entry by arr. Viewing contact solicitors. (EPC band - C).
Situated within a well maintained building to which entry is gained by a Security Door Locking System and which has an upgrade Mutual Hall and Stairway with Pitch Pine linings to Dado level, this FIRST FLOOR FLAT is also in good order and represents excellent value. The flat itself offers bright airy accommodation with the main living area being well proportioned and also enjoys the benefits of Gas Central Heating and Double Glazing. The property enjoys laminate floor finishes to the main living areas and in addition the blinds, light fitments and white goods are all to be included in the price.
Union Grove is a very popular residential street which extends from the cities Holburn Street and is situated to the west of the City Centre. Regular public transport is available near by linking the property to many parts of the town and the Aberdeen ring road is near by making travelling north or south of the city relatively easy. Locally there are excellent local amenities and Union Street with the cities wealth of amenities is within easy walking distance and accordingly a wide range of pubs, clubs, restaurants and leisure facilities are all close to hand.
HALL: Hall with attractive ceiling light, meter cupboard, coat rack, telephone for security door locking system, smoke alarm and storage/cloak cupboard.
LOUNGE: 13'6" x 13' at longest and widest approx. Nicely proportioned bright airy Lounge with double window with outlook onto Union Grove, curtain pole, two alcoves, coving, ornate plasterwork centrepiece over light fitment, laminate flooring, central heating thermostat and TV point.
BEDROOM: 11' x 7'8" approx. Double Bedroom to rear again with laminate flooring, double cupboard with louvre doors which houses central heating boiler.
KITCHENETTE: Kitchenette with base and wall units, storage shelves, track with four spotlights, roller blind, cooker control point, fittings for plumbing in an automatic washing machine, stainless steel sink unit, vinyl flooring. N.B. The Hotpoint Electric Cooker, LEC Fridge and Indesit Automatic Washing Machine are all to be included in the price.
BATHROOM: Bathroom with full suite, tiled splashbacks, fitted Mira electric shower over bath, shower rail and curtain, extractor fan, toiletry storage cupboard, vinyl flooring, usual small fitments.
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PARKING: On street parking may be available by way of a Permit, which can be obtained from Aberdeen City Council, for which an annual charge is payable. Interested parties should contact Aberdeen City Council.
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|House Centrella
|Nicolas Ramilie (father), Emma Centrella (mother)
| Danai
Erde Centrella (b. 3042[1] - d. 31??) was a Magistracy of Canopus noblewoman and Magistracy Medical Corps officer who lived during the thirty-first century.
Character Description[edit]
While Erde lacked the military and political aptitudes of her older sisters, Erde was known to be smart and have an amazing sense of empathy for her fellow man and woman.[1]
Character History[edit]
Early Life[edit]
The daughter of Emma Centrella and her mercenary father, Nicolas Ramilie, Erde was the only daughter to be named by her father. She was raised under an assumed name to protect her and her fellow siblings from political court assassins.[1]
Early Years as Officer in the Magistracy Medical Corps in New Colony Region[edit]
Erde enrolled at medical school on Luxen and at age 18. After graduation, she joined the Magistracy Medical Corps. At her request, Erde's first assignment was to the New Colony Region. Erde continued serving in the region until she was injured during a pirate raid on Portland. After her recovery, Magestrix Centrella recalled Erde to Canopus in order to groom Erde should anything happen to her sister Naomi. The death of Erde's older sister, Danai, coupled with the supposed influence over Naomi exerted by her husband, Chancellor Sun-Tzu Liao of the Capellan Confederation, no doubt played a part in the Magestrix's decision.[1]
Later Years as an Officer in the Magistracy Medical Corps on Canopus and the Jihad[edit]
On Canopus, Erde continued to serve in the Medical Corps, achieving the rank of Major. When the Blakists invaded Canopus, she was able to escape the capital. During the Blakist occupation, Erde was placed in charge of the medical operations for the guerrilla forces. When the invasion ended, Erde was rewarded with a promotion to force major and was placed in charge of MAF Medical personnel on Canopus.[1]
Family and Legacy[edit]
Erde is known to have two children.[1] As was typical for Canopian royalty, little is known about them or their paternity.[2] After the birth of Danai Liao-Centrella Erde took responsibility for raising her "niece", giving her the benefit of the best possible education and the best life experience that she could, even as Erde's sister Naomi largely ignored her "daughter".[3] Erde raised Danai Liao-Centrella up until Danai was fourteen years old.[4]
Game Notes[edit]
From the Master & Minions source book, Naomi is listed with following AToW RPG abilities as of 3077: "Her ability to manipulate medical personnel and supplies allows any unit that she is overseeing to immediately recover twenty percent of its injuries. If forced into action by herself, she is an excellent medic (Elite medical technician) and has basic combat training."[5]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Masters and Minions: The StarCorps Dossiers, p. 173, "Erde Centrella profile"
- ↑ Principles of Desolation, p.??[citation needed]
- ↑ Era Report: 3145, p. 87, "Danai Centrella-Liao"
- ↑ Principles of Desolation
- ↑ Masters and Minions: The StarCorp Dossiers, p. 260, "Rules Annex/Erde Centrella"


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Today is Monday. Usually I would be sad about this, but Monday means that last week is completely behind me, and with it the awfulness of packing, moving, unpacking, dealing with my ex, dealing with my ex-roommate, and more unpacking.
So this is a new week. And with a new week and a new apartment comes a new outlook. I've had a few friends read The Happiness Project, and despite hearing mixed reviews, I like the premise. So here is my promise on this beautiful Monday evening: no more moaning and groaning about what's bothering me. No more dwelling on the bad. I'm starting fresh, and I'm committing myself to making myself happier. No one else is going to do it.
And I'm starting here, with the things that are making me happy now and the things that will make me happy in the coming months:
- New apartment! It's not perfect, but I love certain key aspects of it:
- Laundry in my building. If you have never lived in a city and have never had to drag your laundry outside in the middle of January, you can't possibly appreciate how amazing this upgrade is for me.
- My view. I didn't even have a window in my old bedroom, and now from the 33rd floor, I can look down on northern Manhattan.
- My French roommate. I studied abroad in Paris, and I minored in French. After seven years of learning the language, I was pretty damn good at it. Then I just stopped using it. So my first project is to get back in practice speaking one of the most beautiful languages in the world.
- Lochte is Schmidt! I can't believe I didn't think of this on my own.
- Jeremy Renner's butt finally getting the recognition it deserves. Having a great butt myself, I know a fellow great butt when I see one. And I also know that great butts should mate with other great butts. I don't even want babies, but I would make beautiful, ass kicking, Journey singing, awesome butted children with that man. It's just survival of the fittest (butts). (Example #2 of this phenomenon: Sidney Crosby. We would make beautiful, talented, hockey playing, awesome butted, dual citizened children.)
- Seeing The Bourne Legacy in five days. I feel like I've been waiting an eternity for this movie, when it's really only been since May. (And you've been waiting an eternity for me to STFU about Jeremy Renner.)
- Football in three days! Yes, it's preseason football, which is barely football. But real football is just under a month away, and with football comes cool autumn afternoons, sweaters, boots, and pumpkin spice lattes.
- Planning my Pacific Northwest adventure. In less than two months, I'll be seeing friends I haven't seen in far too long, celebrating a sure to be beautiful wedding, and checking new cities off of my travel list.
- Learning something new. I want to take a class this fall and stimulate my mind or body a little bit more than it's currently being stimulated. The problem is, I want to learn so many things (I know, I'm a dork), and I can't narrow it down to where I want to start:
- Playing the guitar. I've been saying this for a year and a half now. I need to just do it.
- Another language – Russian, maybe. Not the most practical, but I've always been drawn to the language. (And if I'm going to Sochi in 2014, I should start to learn!)
- Dancing. Not necessarily to learn something new, but to practice something I love and really miss doing.
- Improv or storytelling or comedy. A friend did a storytelling class recently, and she was fantastic. I'm a lot better at writing my stories than speaking them. I can revise 80 times before I hit publish.
- Archery. We took an introductory class over the weekend, and if this place wasn't out in the farthest reaches of Queens, I'd keep going back to attempt to actually improve. It was fun. But it's a little too far away to mold myself into a Manhattan Katniss Everdeen.
- Just relaxing. Enjoying the great things about New York in the summer – movies in the parks, outdoor drinks at beer gardens, late sunsets over the Central Park Reservoir, ice cream trucks on the corner. I lose sight of it sometimes and concentrate on the negatives, but New York really is a magical place in the summertime.
Just listing them, I feel better already! In the rest of this summer and this fall, I'm going to be a confident, happy woman. I'm going to set goals and meet them. And I'm not going to care if I don't have a date to talk about them with. Any guy out there would be so lucky to try to keep up with this girl.


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Friday, October 05, 2007
Archie, blow your horn
It happened when I was in 10th grade. I had gone to the high school football game one Friday night, with plans to go home and spend the night with my friend Archie afterward.
At halftime, I watched Archie march in the band. In his flamboyant bright red uniform and hat complete with festive plume, he seemed to almost be smiling at me. Maybe that should have been my first clue.
After the game, we were on our way over to the band room so that Archie could change. That's when it happened. Archie pulled me aside in the rahter dimly lit parking lot and said he had to tell me something. And he made me vow that I would never tell anyone, emphasizing it with the fact that even his parents didn't know.
My mind began to race. What could it be? How well did I know this guy? We'd really only been friends for a year or two. Not to mention, this was the same guy who had been involved in the John Stamos autograph incident.
I wasn't sure I felt comfortable with any soul-baring confessions at this stage of my life. But what could I do? He was standing there, his band hat under one arm and his heart on his sleeve.
So I promised not to tell, knowing whatever he was about to reveal could very well change our entire relationship forever.
And it did.
To this day, everytime I think of Archie, my mind immediately goes to what he told me that fateful October night:
He wasn't really playing his trombone.
The band director let him march because he had learned the steps so well, but made him promise he'd only pretend to play. Because as it turns out, after two years in band, Archie couldn't play a lick.
I wish I could say Archie's story had a happy ending. But it doesn't. He quit band the next year. I always wondered if the burden of carrying around his secret eventually became too much. Or perhaps someone outed him and he was ostracized by the brass and woodwind sections.
"That's not the beginning of the end. That's the return to yourself. The return to innocence..."
26 comments:
Damn it Bone! You got me. I thought you were going to say something else completely.ReplyDelete
Seriously, I was expecting some deep, dark confession as well.
I think there were a few kids in my high school who could have benefited from a deal like Archie had... :)
OMG! You had me all excited and sitting on the edge of my seat! I just knew he was announcing his love for you!!!!!!!!!!ReplyDelete
LOL! you had me going there too...especially with the mention of you planning to spend the night. I am betting you had this all planned though.ReplyDelete
Is this a payback for my post? ;o)
yeah I always felt that J&J burned too. This Suave stuff she has is better, but she really avoids her face.ReplyDelete
- Anonymous10/05/2007 10:15:00 PM
Only you Bone. Only you :)ReplyDelete
That was seriously hysterically sick
Like I would expect you to bare somebodies deepest darkest secret :)
Another gotcha victim here! You're a hoot!! Have an awesome weekend!ReplyDelete
HotPink: What did you think I was going to say, that he eventually learned to play trombone and earned first chair? Yeah, that would have been a happy ending.ReplyDelete
TC: I guess the only thing I wondered was did he never practice at home? And if not, did his parents never wonder why?
Kerry: Haha. I don't do real well when people say, "We need to talk" or "There's something I've got to tell you." I get all nervous.
Renee: Yes, I had it planned. Not that there's anything wrong with that.
I don't think I learned how to keep Shampoo out of my eyes until I was like 17.
Pia: That was seriously hysterically sick
That, I cannot deny :)
Jennifer: Thanks. I figured it would be a fun Friday post. Hope you have a great weekend, as well.
I think Archie wanted to secretly confess a deep dark, much more than platonic love for you but pulled back when he saw you were closing off. Ummhmm. I think so. :)ReplyDelete
This was too hilarious! It also hit a little close to home. One of my highschool best friends was in band and couldn't play a single note. I still can't figure out how she hid it from the band directors.
Poor Archie. And poor Bone. I think you were both disenchanted that night.
I had a friend who had a similar secret. And yes, they were ostracised by the woodwinds. But then, the woodwinds, being an ostracized sort, were really just in denial that they, were a bunch of people nobody wanted to be around.ReplyDelete
Ostracized by woodwinds! How harsh. Might as well throw cottonballs at him! What a maroon!
- Anonymous10/06/2007 08:52:00 AM
OMG! Haha, Bone. Never fails, your ability to TRICK US!ReplyDelete
Great story.
And I'm sure Archie made it thru life just fine. ;)
Geez, is that it?!?! LOL! Strangely, my friends and I were just laughing hysterically about this very thing. See, I too was a band dork. I didn't have a plume, I'm sorry to say. But, I was lazy, I didn't care, I never learned my music. My director never knew I didn't know my music, no one else did, I don't think. I was faking it most of the time too. It got a little sticky during band competitions when the judges were standing right in front or beside me and nothing was coming out of my intstrument. I still think this is pretty funny. I know my parents wouldn't think so.ReplyDelete
Great build up Bone--and a great story--I laughed out lout. That would have also been the only way I'd been in the marching band, but then I'd had to be able to march in step...ReplyDelete
Hmmm... in my high school, in order to join band, you had to audition to prove that you could play the instrument and that you could march. And randomly during the year, the Band Teacher would test everyone on the music so there was no getting away with not knowing the music. And it's not as if we had the greatest band or anything.ReplyDelete
oh lordy, I'm fer sure late this time....ReplyDelete
'course, t'make up fer it, I made a "video" of the 3ww bit.
That ain't the hard part, though. I used all the 3ww words I've done so far.....
Avery Laine: Yes, I was disenchanted, disillusioined, disenfranchised... something.ReplyDelete
Sylvia: It is harsh, especially in those impressionable years. I'm sure many kids are sent into therapy thanks to woodwind ostracization.
Blondie: Well, I don't know about that. I'm not sure he ever recovered from not getting John Stamos' autograph :)
Carnealian: Wow. I never took you for a band dork ;-) So what instrument did you "play"?
Sage: Thanks, Sage. I'm with you. I never understood how anyone could play the piano and sing at the same time. Seems like I'd get confused.
Xinher: I think anyone could join band, and they'd teach you to play. Well, ideally anyway. Maybe the band director just needed another person to fill out the marching formation or something.
Boneman: Wow. Well that'll be interesting.
- Anonymous10/06/2007 02:47:00 PM
I have to agree with the others and expected a darker turn than not playing his horn...how horrible for him, he apparently wanted to be able to play alot since he kept at it for so long! :(ReplyDelete
I played the flute and piccolo. Go ahead, I'll wait till your done laughing.ReplyDelete
In case you don't remember THIS story, check out my Jan. 12, 2006 blog. I'm too lazy to do the HTML. Sorry.ReplyDelete
I bet Archie never speaks to you again. Poor guy...ReplyDelete
I had a really dirty comment to make, but I thought better of it.ReplyDelete
When you said he wasn't really playing the trombone, I thought you were going to say he was playing a different kind of instrument.ReplyDelete
Jeez, my mind is in the gutter...
Your 3WW story was excellently disturbing, and this one was such a relief, heh. Good job!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous10/07/2007 04:51:00 PM
OK, so you sucked me in, too... but I know he really had something else to tell you... in fact, told you... and it was more than you could handle back then... so you just made this story up... because you were afraid of horns... or maybe, you truly remember it this way because you blocked out the truth.ReplyDelete
lol ONLY because it was you writing this did I figure out that you were playing your reader! *winkReplyDelete
You are very funny!
Tagster: I dunno. Maybe he felt pressure from his parents, or just didn't want to disappoint them.ReplyDelete
Carnealian: Wow, you don't hear of many piccolo players :) Can't wait to read this story of yours.
Gay: Sure he will. As long as he or his parents don't read my blog.
Scarlet Hip: I find that hard to believe.
Ingrid. Haha. Actually, I was thinking "playing the trombone" could become some sort of cryptic euphemism for something.
Actonbell: Thanks. I figured something a bit lighter might be good after that.
Marcia: That's entirely possible, though highly unlikely, somewhat.
Kate: Oh thanks. So I've developed a bit of a reputation, have I?


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KU News Release
Jan. 19, 2011
Contact: Lisa Scheller, KU Endowment, 785-832-7398
Gift of $780,000 from longtime educators creates KU scholarships
LAWRENCE — The late Ward L. and Irene Neis Kiester devoted their lives to education. A gift of $780,000 from their estate to establish scholarships at the University of Kansas continues that tradition.
The Kiesters' bequest created three endowed scholarships. Two are named for Ward and Irene; the third bears the name of their only child, Ward L. Kiester II, a 1972 KU alumnus and Washburn University law student who died in a 1972 car accident. The Kiesters lived in Basehor, where Ward was a longtime school administrator, and Irene taught high school for 25 years. In 1978, Ward was inducted into the Kansas Teachers Hall of Fame.
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Park Ridge, Ill. – Each year, approximately 200 children in the United States are born with Epidermolysis Bullosa (BP). Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) will have a unique opportunity to learn about anesthetic considerations and other best practices when providing anesthesia care for patients with this rare disease during the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) Annual Congress, August 9-13, 2019, in Chicago.
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Part of the Politische Psychologie book series (POLPSY)
Luca Váradi aims to understand the formation of the Hungarian teenagers' attitudes towards the Roma, as adolescence is a crucial period in identity development. Her objective is to determine to what extent the classical and more recent theories on the formation of prejudice can be applied in a context in which there is no public consensus of respect towards minorities. The author lets the teenagers express their own views to see their world through their eyes, allowing the reader to understand what being prejudiced or tolerant means to these adolescents.
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In the summer of 2015, Senior Associate Dean of the School of Engineering and Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Dr. Timothy Wick approached me with a collaboration idea for a team-based learning project called Project Lab, where students work in interdisciplinary teams to develop and deliver functional devices based on specific client needs. The teams are made up of students from UAB Bio-Engineering, Business, and the Department of Art & Art History. Innovation frequently arises from interdisciplinary collaboration when knowledge and information is applied in novel ways to understand and solve important problems. By improving or inventing a device that provides a user with enhanced ability to meet a goal or complete an important occupational or daily living task, a student obtains gratification that their discipline is relevant to societal development.
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Chris Fernandez: So, Julian, your colors are very vibrant and they really make the art pop in Battlecats. Where do you find your influences?
Julian Gonzalez: My main influences vary. In relation to comic book artists I really appreciate all styles around the globe. Starting with the European artists like Luis Royo and Roberto Ferri, to the eastern style manga artists like Masamune Shirow, Shunya Yamashita, and Hyung Tae Kim. I also really respect North and South American artists like Sakimichan, Reinaldo Quintero (Reiq) and Gonzalo Ordonez (Genzoman).
Another great influence on me comes from video games. Particularly Shinji Mikami's games like the Resident Evil franchise and the wonderfully terrifying game The Evil Within. Also the dark settings of games like Quake, Silent Hill, Fatal Frame, Castlevania and Bloodborne. I also love the sense of adventure in games like Final Fantasy, Dragon Age, Elder Scrolls, Fallout and even Mad Max. I also admire Cliff Blezinski's Gears of War franchise. And finally, I can't deny the appeal of Blizzard Entertainment's aesthetics.
CF: As the colorist for Battlecats, what is your process like when you're handed an inked page?
JG: That depends on many different factors, but usually I color in three stages. The first is a flat color where I apply color blocks inside the line work, another for texturing environments and characters, this step is crucial. And the last stage is where I add special effects, and things like reflections for ambiance.
CF: What is your favorite part about comics and why?
JG: Ha! Well, obviously I really like the coloring in comics. I really appreciate the simplicity of coloring and the impact it can make on the art. I think coloring is an underrated aspect of comic book creation.
CF: Tell me something about your life outside of work? Family? Pets? Any other interests?
As you can tell by my answer to the first question, I really enjoy video games. It's easy for me to get lost in a game with a great story, one that can provide hours upon hours of entertainment. I also truly enjoy trading card games, Magic the Gathering in particular has me hooked with its incredible art and the complexity of the game mechanics is also something that really gets me. On a side note, I prefer the company of dogs to cats even though I color Battlecats. Ha Ha Ha!
Julian Gonzalez
Illustrator and graphic designer. His main passion is drawing and video games. Although he enjoys coloring, he would like to prove himself as a comic book artist in the near future. As the perfect compliment to Michael's ink, Julian adds a vibrant color palette to each and every page, giving the reader a captivating feel of action and intensity.


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