Mar 19, 2012
Graduation.....!
Akira graduated his Jr. High school today. We are so proud of the work he put in his schooling.... Dad looks so proud...(^O^)／
Mar 18, 2012
Democracy Handicap?
I recently had an interesting opportunity to observe "human conduct" in Kyokushin world regarding agreements.
The people that came from what was considered "democratic" countries, have huge problem signing contracts. They feel bound and some go to the extent of falling silent or quitting without asking or offering a suggestion.
The Dojos that are from a republic or formerly a communist country is surprisingly very easy to work with. All work together to see how they can conform and adapt to the contract with their voices also implemented in the agreement. And they don't do this from some obnoxious I-am-equal theme and argue just for the sake of arguing. They keep in the line of command from Honbu and offer suggestions that will work best for them, which we will never know until we are told about!
It became apparent the ones that rambled on about "freedom" etc were very sloppy with money as well. It almost reminded me of what the factories that made fake brand goods used to say when they got persecuted for infringement.
The irony here is the merchandise is karate not handbags!!! It is one big headache but it made us really appreciate those working hard, and who are sound enough to offer suggestions! Without silly questioning or inane diatribe, I must add.
The people that came from what was considered "democratic" countries, have huge problem signing contracts. They feel bound and some go to the extent of falling silent or quitting without asking or offering a suggestion.
The Dojos that are from a republic or formerly a communist country is surprisingly very easy to work with. All work together to see how they can conform and adapt to the contract with their voices also implemented in the agreement. And they don't do this from some obnoxious I-am-equal theme and argue just for the sake of arguing. They keep in the line of command from Honbu and offer suggestions that will work best for them, which we will never know until we are told about!
It became apparent the ones that rambled on about "freedom" etc were very sloppy with money as well. It almost reminded me of what the factories that made fake brand goods used to say when they got persecuted for infringement.
The irony here is the merchandise is karate not handbags!!! It is one big headache but it made us really appreciate those working hard, and who are sound enough to offer suggestions! Without silly questioning or inane diatribe, I must add.
Mar 17, 2012
Missing my mother....
My mother's 7th memorial ceremony is going to be held this coming June and I am just shocked how quickly time flies by us!
While I fuss around for preparation, I realize how much I miss her （；＿；）
So I called my aunt , mother's younger sister- and took her out to lunch.
The beautiful street is right by her house. The city had been preparing for the cherry blossoms and usually has a festival by the river but it's been delayed by a month or so due to the weather this year... It's just starting to bloom now.
While I fuss around for preparation, I realize how much I miss her （；＿；）
So I called my aunt , mother's younger sister- and took her out to lunch.
The beautiful street is right by her house. The city had been preparing for the cherry blossoms and usually has a festival by the river but it's been delayed by a month or so due to the weather this year... It's just starting to bloom now.
Mar 12, 2012
Spring......
I loooove spring. It is my favorite time of the year.
I always think of my father around this season....maybe due to his memorial date is close by but also because he always loved driving under cherry blossoms. Some roads have miles of the beautiful tree and he would always open the window of his car so he can feel the petals falling.
It is not the cherry blossom season yet in Tokyo but I will take some pictures where he liked to travel around when it blossoms!
I always think of my father around this season....maybe due to his memorial date is close by but also because he always loved driving under cherry blossoms. Some roads have miles of the beautiful tree and he would always open the window of his car so he can feel the petals falling.
It is not the cherry blossom season yet in Tokyo but I will take some pictures where he liked to travel around when it blossoms!
Mar 11, 2012
Remember....
"Remember to inhale life and exhale fire."
Time flies by. It is already one year since the 3-11devastation here in Japan and there is so much more still that needs to be done !
As my father taught us, where there is will, there is hope.
Time flies by. It is already one year since the 3-11devastation here in Japan and there is so much more still that needs to be done !
As my father taught us, where there is will, there is hope.
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