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An Encounter with Muji

Posted on February 28, 2019 by

Decades ago, when I lived in Japan, various satirical magazines often made fun of what we termed Japanese English or Janglish. These were translation mistakes or misuses of English (intentional or unintentional) that appeared everywhere. They could be boldly emblazoned … Continue reading →

Posted in advertising, Aspirations, Reflections, Perfection, Japan, Japanese, Retail, shopping, translation | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Modern Technology

Posted on November 25, 2018 by

  It is, perhaps, too early in the day to decide on Today’s Perfect Moment, but it is certainly the right time to write Today’s Oddest moment. This moment comes to you courtesy of modern technology. I am no Luddite, … Continue reading →

Posted in Aspirations, Reflections, Perfection, cars, mistakes, stupidity, technology | Tagged , , , , , , , | 16 Comments

With the Best of Intentions

Posted on August 17, 2017 by

I am not sure this picture caught it well, and I had to rush to get my camera on, but basically, someone put a planter exactly where the bus door opens–two planters in fact.  Not only that, but the plants … Continue reading →

Posted in Aspirations, Reflections, Perfection, beauty, bus, commuting, plans, Viva | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

Japanese TV…More than Crazy Stunts and Screams

Posted on January 29, 2017 by

Today’s Perfect Moment is a moment of taking in some Japanese TV programs. When a lot of people think about Japanese TV, they have the image of whacky game shows where people slip and slide all over.  They think of … Continue reading →

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Not Your Ordinary Stretch Limo

Posted on January 17, 2017 by

  When I got to my bus stop, there was only one other person left on the bus. I told her that the bus was all hers.  I thought this was a cute remark and hoped for a laugh.  She … Continue reading →

Posted in Aspirations, Reflections, Perfection, bus, commuting, driving, positive comments, public transportation, transportation | Tagged , , , , , , | 1 Comment

When Students Ask About Snow

Posted on February 17, 2016 by

    Maybe one of the best things about teaching students from countries around the world is that they can marvel at things you take for granted in your own country–they can be incredibly harsh and critical too, but we’ll … Continue reading →

Posted in adventure, ambition, appreciation, Aspirations, Aspirations, Reflections, Perfection, education, experiences, snow, students, teaching, winter | Tagged , , , , , , , | 9 Comments

Sharing a Comic Strip

Posted on December 8, 2015 by

While reading a recent cycling magazine, they featured a comic written for cyclists and cycle commuters.  I found it funny enough that I wanted to share it with you–especially those of you who cycle.  I am not saying every strip … Continue reading →

Posted in Aspirations, Reflections, Perfection, bicycles, comic strips, cycling, humor, humour | Tagged , , , | 6 Comments