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Here is a nice article in a nice and very influential publication. http://chronicle.com/article/A-Science-Institute-in-Okinawa/131025/?key=SW17KFdhMXZAZ3pkNDdAYTcAOCc7YhpyZCYaOiwnblFQFg%3D%3D The old wolf has not yet missed his buck.

A learned colleague has a enviable collection of fossilized shells in his office. He tells me where to go to find them. It sounds very easy. You go to a certain beach on a remote island on the East coast … Continue reading →

So, today is a very springlike day. After weeks of  general grey and weather that is best described as Argyll August, the sun has returned, spreading blue all over the sea. I go diving with my new mask with prescription … Continue reading →

Up to now my sitting room has been a pretty spartan place. A couple of hard-sprung-straight-backed chairs being the only suggestion of comfort. This has changed. The catalyst was my neighbor who suggested I buy his massive TV as he … Continue reading →

So, I am shortsighted. Not much and in fact my sight is getting better as I get older. However where I notice it most is underwater.Again this is not a major handicap as I am very happy squinting at coral … Continue reading →

Interesting day today – I have lunch with a professional flautist for a start. I bring my flute and he plays Bach. Amazing to hear someone who knows what they are doing playing your instrument. My flute has since left … Continue reading →

After a night of Free Drink, I get up early and after a standard breakfast set off into the morning streets of Naha. The main drag in Naha is Kokusai Street. It is not very interesting as 70% of the … Continue reading →

I have had a pair of Dr Martens sandals for about 7 years. I bought them second-hand from Ebay when they were already well used. I think I paid $12. I have a soft spot for Dr Martens shoes as … Continue reading →

So, I have never been convinced that the Muslim paradise is defined by virgins that you can disport with. I lived in a Muslim country for 2 years and indulged in lengthy, indeed interminable, discussions on religion. There was nothing … Continue reading →