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A very successful day as the boat passed inspection by the Okinawan Harbor authorities. What?! I think they are basically checking that you have life jackets, a fire extinguisher, a flare and of course a whistle. Any way another hurdle … Continue reading →

I take some time to indulge in birds.

Cosy is not a word that you would normally associate with Okinawa, it being very hot most of the time. This week however has been cold, I mean like a staggering 10 degrees. This has brought out a great enjoyment … Continue reading →

Contortion is very good for the body. To reach the furthest crannies of Kanusha to clean off the the filth and corruption, I have to lie on my back and extend my arms in a truly yogic way.  However enlightenment … Continue reading →

I start the first tentative steps towards the restoration of Kanusha. She is filthy. A good project.

This is where Kanusha lives and thus where I spend most of my time. It is a great place. That said, all marinas have a certain sadness about them brought on by the large number of unused boats who have … Continue reading →

So, dear reader, the nature of this blog is about to change. The large part of the content will now be devoted to a restoration project on a 1992 Norfolk Gypsy, which Naoko named Kanusha because it does not mean … Continue reading →

So, since my last posting much has changed. I have left my beautiful house by the sea and have moved to my new crib. I have sold or got rid off the majority of my possessions. I no longer have … Continue reading →

I always remember the terrible shock when I spied hundreds of men, squadrons of concrete trucks, cohorts of diggers, starting work on the LHC. Having spent some 10 years involved in the negotiations on funding plans and political support, all … Continue reading →

My colleagues organize a farewell BBQ on Saturday, which turns out to be the coldest, and most dreich day of the year. Onna gives me a beautiful Awamori flask. I am very touched. We have to move inside cos it … Continue reading →