Posted by: elephantdreams on: November 14, 2009
I’m facing a bit of a dilemma.
(Actually, as I’m posting this, I think I’ve got the dilemma solved but I’m posting anyway since I took the time to write.)
My shamisen teacher has been talking about having me play in a big group New Year’s concert, at the beginning of February. It’s a sort of [...]
Posted by: elephantdreams on: October 27, 2009
I had a crazy weekend, which I’ll write about later.
Suffice it to say it was very physically demanding, and I am tired.
Last night I went out to DEAR for some Italian food. I try not to order the same thing every time, so I chose the smoked salmon and broccoli pasta. UGH. It was so [...]
Posted by: elephantdreams on: October 12, 2009
This weekend, Ada and I went down to a giant recycle shop in Anan. Actually, to tell the truth, it’s more of a jumble shop than a recycle shop — or maybe, a crazy bazaar. Every kind of Japanese culture or paraphernalia that you could want is in this shop. Katanas, tea sets, crazy masks, [...]
Posted by: elephantdreams on: July 6, 2009
As I may or may not have mentioned to various folks, I joined Awa Odori!
More specifically, I joined a ren, Kabuki ren, and practice three nights a week in the park. It’s freaky to think that Awa Odori is only a month and a week away.
For your enjoyment, here are some nice A.O. clips:
This [...]
Posted by: elephantdreams on: May 16, 2009
Conversations at work:
Happy Teacher (Mother of 2): Emily-chan, how was your lunch?
Me: It was good. But when I walked to the shop, it was really windy, so my skirt just blew up suddenly!
Boss Lady (Matronly grandmother type): Oh, my. On the highway?
Me: Yes, so I had to walk with my arms all the way down.
Happy [...]
Posted by: elephantdreams on: June 12, 2008
Right now I have most of my paperwork in. I am registered for a seat on the airplane and room in the hotels. Everything is relatively under control. But the worry is up at the top of my mind right now… What will I wear?!
That’s a funny worry. At least it’s not as serious as [...]
