Tag Archives: family

Book Recommendation: My Father’s Journal by William Astore

Posted on March 16, 2025 by johnrachel

I have a great idea for you. Take a break from the horror show going on in the world and savor a brilliant memoir-tribute by a son to his father. Continue reading →

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Life In Japan: Where Aging Is Valued

Posted on September 20, 2022 by johnrachel

Because yesterday was Respect for the Aged Day (a national holiday), every person in my small city of about 50,000 people who was 75 or over, received a gift package from the city. How charming! Continue reading →

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Life In Japan: New Years 2021

Posted on January 4, 2021 by John Rachel

No, we didn’t have baked ham and mashed potatoes for our New Years celebration meal. In fact, Masumi-san cooked for THREE DAYS, preparing absolutely amazing traditional Japanese foods for our feast. Usually, we have a huge feast at Masumi’s mother’s … Continue reading →

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