my last post today was all about the fun things i've seen and done since i arrived. now, let us turn to the reason for the trip -- ototo ("younger brother") rob.
(i know i am probably boring all of you with the music updates, but i simply cannot resist when things like "let's get physical" and "kyrie elision" are blaring at the internet cafe...)
he's doing really really well. last night, he had another english lesson with mika, a 31-year old woman. her lesson, like dr. morita's, involved chatting and allowing her to practice her conversational english skills.
did i mention that the lesson was in the asahi beer garden (each brew apparently has their own "garden")?
the three of us sat around chatting from about 7PM to 9 or so, which was really cool. she seems quite down to earth and earnest (she is thinking of changing jobs from her present one as as a dietician to one that involves assisting the elderly). rob, once again, showed his more patient side in his asking of questions, nudging her along gently and encouraging her to talk a lot. it was swell. we had a couple of beers (i have not been able to find GIN in this country...), some edamame and called it a day.
as i mentioned before, rob has been fighting a cold, so he hasn't been his insane self. we've also kept the alcohol intake to a minimum, which is...um...odd. he says that we'll play once he's done with this conference on friday.
as far as his life goes, i think i can say, without telling tales out of school, that he seems relatively happy. he says that his future plans include making everyone happy and working towards peace and happiness. the specifics are a little fuzzy, but i believe that if anyone can do it, he can, one person at a time. he's been writing a lot and i am anxious to read what he's got. some of you may recall that i've long held the believe that he is the most deft at language of the three volansky siblings. he's developed an introspective sense as well, as one can see his mind at work. i am really proud of him. and it rocks to be here with him.
just so i don't go off and get all sentimental, let us turn for a second or two to the fits of giggling that we have shared.
a joke (this is for my friend pat, whose picture is below. isn't he cute???):
Q: how many ADD kids does it take to change a lightbulb?
A: hey, let's go ride our bikes!
funny, right?
cracked us up.
so did my new term to describe a bunch of salarymen -- a "loose"
i'm having a fun time in this country...
much love (still trying to find another closer...),
volansake
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Did a little research because I just can't imagine life without gin for two weeks; even in Japan. I believe it's called 'schochu'. Let me know what you find and if it's good, bring me some home.
Miss ya - Aimee
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