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Rengeji, Kyoto
This temple visit wasn’t on the original plan; however, the space in front of the gates appeared as if by design and now it’s our destination, if not our destiny. Continue reading
Autumnal splendor at Nanzenji
The autumnal fires are in full, glorious blaze on this November morning. Continue reading
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Tagged Autumn in Japan., Autumn Leaf Viewing in Japan, Nanzenji
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3.11.2013
We cry out for what we have lost, and we remember you again. Leonard Cohen Continue reading
A Day Trip to Maizuru
Though we must wait more than 45 minutes for it (worth every second), we order a set of freshly caught shellfish which is prepared for us on gas grills in the back of the stall. Continue reading
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Nijo-jinya, Edo Period Inn, Kyoto
No doubt we’re probably peeking into private things we shouldn’t. I get a real feeling for what it might have been like sneaking about in the olden days. Continue reading
International Service Club (ISC) Kyoto
One of Kyoto’s great treasures is not found among the famous temples, gardens, museums, galleries or various artisan’s shops. Rather, it’s a largely unsung and little-known club with no splashy website: International Service Club (ISC) Kyoto.
Visiting a community onsen in rural Japan
After we wash our bodies we make our way to the rotenburo (outdoor pool), this one rust-dark with iron-rich mineral water. For half an hour we sink to our earlobes in the soothing, restorative spring. Continue reading
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Abbotsford Rescinds Offensiveness Policy idea
At the next council meeting the motion was withdrawn. Continue reading
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Note to Self: Grab a Pillow
The voice inside our heads that tells us that we’re not doing everything well—you know, you should put a pillow over that voice and suffocate it. –E. Renzetti Continue reading
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Abbotsford’s proposed offensiveness policy is silly
Drafting a formal policy to block the use of city facilities for everything that could be considered “offensive” is dangerous. Where does it stop? As you state, there are numerous sports, musical acts, art works or books which might be considered “offensive” by some segments of society. Vetting them all is pointless. Continue reading