Craft Fair
This week I went to a craft fair with the Pastor’s wife and a friend who has been bringing her daughter to some of the church outreach events. The convention hall was packed, but I was the only Westerner in … Continued
Last Sunday Worshipping in Church
Well, the “old” church. Starting in July Shiga Church as started a renovation project. The church facilities are not only old, but have been dangerous for children. The church members decided enough was enough and have raised enough money to … Continued
Transportation
How do you get around in a big city with two kids? Well, by bicycle of course. 🙂 Good thing it has a little “assist.” (Basically a little extra push powered via a battery pack.
Life in Japan
There are times when I think Japan is really a cool place to live. In Japan there are about a zillion vending machines and I saw the new summer cola flavors have been introduced. Every year companies test new flavors … Continued
Election Time
It is election time again in Japan! Since living here we have already had three different prime ministers. Although many are apathetic to elections (and we can’t vote) these elections really do affect our lives. Please pray God would bless … Continued
Okazaki Friends Come to Visit
Our two years in Okazaki were very special. This month we invited some of our friends to join us for lunch and see our new place. We miss our friends and were so glad to have time to catch up … Continued
Cooking Class
This past week we had the second cooking class of June. This month the theme was summer foods so I taught chicken salad, ramen salad, deviled eggs, and peach cobbler. The combination doesn’t exactly go, but everyone had a lot … Continued
Air Cons and Fans
Since the church is remodeling we were given an old air conditioning unit from the church. We are SO excited to have a cool living room and not have to sweat it out this year like we have in the … Continued
Happy Birthday Michael!
Happy Birthday Michael!