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Such a strange trip. There were only about 20 people on the huge Boeing from Tokyo to San Francisco. Boarding was very dignified as there was hardly anyone there. San Francisco airport is deserted. I walk straight from the plane … Continue reading →

I was employed this month and actually paid real money. I determine to spend it on a Farewell, Thanksgiving, Xmas dinner. I like nothing better than sitting around a beautifully laid table, groaning under the weight of fine food and … Continue reading →

The apartment throngs with fruit flies. This not unusual in Okinawa where they flourish on any vegetable matter and in the drains. Removing the trash can, I notice strange activity behind the fridge. It is a squirming mass of fruit … Continue reading →

The weather is fantastic. I go sailing . The following movie depicts 2 days of happiness and joy. The first day the wind was strong and I put a reef in the mainsail. I did this very badly and as … Continue reading →

So, probably the last great sailing picnic of the year is planned. Looks like I will go to San Francisco at the beginning of December and it also looks like the weather is going to be pretty bad for the … Continue reading →

31st October, 27 degrees, cool wind, beautiful sunshine! October and November are the best months in Okinawa. We go for a drive up a little bit of the East Coast. My companion is Japanese and she points out so many … Continue reading →

I have not posted much about sailing because I have not done much. I feel guilty about this, not about not posting but about not sailing. I think there are several reasons. The first is the Geneva Ski Syndrome. If … Continue reading →

On the way to the dentist’s surgery and indeed on the way back too, there is a place that sells the best fast food in the world. Okinawan Tempura! Japanese tempura is a little effete, the batter is light and fluffy. … Continue reading →

I think I have already mentioned that a new fish restaurant has opened just across the road from my apartment building. I finally get to eat there. I dislike eating in restaurants alone and I trap a companion into joining … Continue reading →