Life & Musing
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An Evening at Zenkoji Temple
Zenkoji Temple was only a 30-minute walk from our accommodation, and by lucky timing we visited during its evening illumination. After several days of chasing plans around Japan, it was lovely just to walk, look and enjoy.
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New Hairstyle!!!
With nothing planned until the next day, I decided a haircut and new hair colour in Japan sounded like a perfectly sensible way to spend the afternoon. What could possibly go wrong?
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I’m No Problem Solver!!!
I don’t like calling myself a problem solver. If you spend your life looking for problems, you may eventually see them everywhere. I prefer challenges — they sound much more negotiable.
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The Burden Becomes Lighter
Life’s burdens don’t always disappear, but they can feel a little lighter when we have someone willing to carry part of the weight with us.
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Apparently Geckos Like Chocolate
I always thought geckos were after insects. Apparently this one had other ideas — he found the dessert plate and went straight for the chocolate.
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They Make Me Smile
Different colours, different personalities and always something happening in the aviary. Sometimes I only have to sit and watch them for a few minutes to remember how much these little creatures make me smile. 😊
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Roadside Figurines
I thought someone had left delicate little figurines beside the road. Turns out they were mushrooms — nature showing off its lacework again.
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It Took Two Beauty Fairies
It took two beauty fairies working at the same time just to get me looking this good. Apparently, “effortless” beauty requires a support crew.
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Do You Need a Husband?
I said good morning to an elderly man during my run. He asked if I needed a husband. I told him, “No thanks — I still have one at home.”
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When Your Pretty Moment Falls Apart
I thought I was having a pretty moment on our Christmas Day dinner cruise. Then my sandal decided to fall apart.
Stories Along the Way 