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Oh wow, so I guess I abandoned my blog again for awhile. I thought I was going to update it when I was on the road but I was too occupied :) Anyway, I had a two week vacation last month and I went to Europe. Here's the first part of my trip. I actually lived in this country years ago but I didn't have any good memories so I kinda avoided this country and didn't really come to this place but since I had one event I wanted to attend, I did. Before last month, this country to me was one of the very bitter memories in my life but my fantastic weekend changed it :) It was very fun! Anyway, here are some photos from that weekend. I hope you get some idea of what I did :) haha. I will upload some other photos from this trip last month! Stay tuned!if this thing still gets visitors..hahaha

BTW, if you want your website listed on my site, please e-mail me. Sorry. I didn't back up the list of the links since I was in a hurry to fix this website last month :( Thanks! Have a great week!

Happy Spring from not so spring warm Tokyo!!!

Good day!

With what's going on around the world recently, there are so many sad things.... I do know that but please keep your head up and look forward to something good. We cannot be depressed all the time. I'd be thankful if you can find something positive :)

I know many of you are not in the States but since I am here in the States, please let me say this. Happy post-Thanks Giving day!!

Have a wonderful day!

I know i have talked about these mushrooms before. But anyway, these are a taste of autumn here in Japan. They are called "Matsutake" and the most expensive mushrooms because they are very scarce and only available in Autumn. I guess being raised in a family that values traditions and seasons curses me. Because I feel like I'd be missing something if I hadn't had these before winter comes!!! Oh well. Anyway, I bought these 4 mushrooms today at the department store and they were 16,000 Yen = US$162.42 = 123.93 Euros (yes, Japanese Yen is stronger against those currencies due to crazy financial situation). I know it's ridiculous and if you buy less aromatic Matsutake, the cost is reasonable but a good quality is always a key. I do understand many of you are very familiar with the shape of these mushrooms. But please don't get too excited by looking at these at grocery store. These should be cooked in soup or grilled over charcoal. Since my guy came home early tonight, I fixed these and other traditional autumn Japanese dishes for dinner. Surprisingly, none of us mentioned or joked about these mushrooms' shapes. I like real ones. Unfortunately, I forgot to take photos after cooking as I was very lazy and tired today. When I was single and felt tired, I didn't cook but I almost do it everyday now. I totally believe cooking is worth it when someone who can appreciate it is present :) Anyway, I hope you are having a great autumn if where you are has one :) Happy Autumn!

If you know me, I wasn't being a food/wine snob. I just enjoy it so much. This is the best therapy when I am frustrated at work! :)
Have a fantabulous weekend!!!

We have four seasons here and the autumn is on its way. When do you feel the autumn is about to come if you live in the area where autumn is observed? To me, the first sign of autumn is this beer. Autumn limited edition. "Taste of Autumn" is the name of the beer. While my favorite beer is Sapporo, this is made by Kirin. I don't drink beer much because it doesn't get me drunk but does make me full. (A friend recently told me I drink lots but that's not true. I only drink two days a week mostly. But when I drink, I at least finish 1 bottle of wine. but it's because I like it so much. I went out for drinks with another friend last week for wine and we finished two bottles of wine and several by glass. My friend was so tipsy and wasted. He doesn't even remember what he said or did. he kept hitting on me but I was so strong On the other hand, I didn't get wasted but it's because I wasn't tired. Really, statistically, genetically, we, Japanese, are supposed to be very weak.:) From last week, the autumn limited edition beer is sold at grocery store and etc. While it's not as humid/hot as the mid august (It's been kinda cool and rainy these days actually), it's still summer here in Tokyo but I can totally feel autumn is around the corner. This beer, the daytime is getting shorter, the tax deduction from my monthly salary has been reviewed (-_-凸. Are you ready for the new season? I will be working on Saturdays and Sundays in September and October due to this ridiculous project. In September, I only get 3 days off!! It's madness but I will survive as I willl probably go on vacation in November. Get ready for the brand new month!

Have a fantabulous weekend!!!

I guess there aren't many things I should share on this blog anymore about Portland but if I have things to blog about, I shall. Hey, this is non-exciting as always. That's my motto on this blog :) Later!
Have a wonderful day!