Sendai is famous throughout Japan for a special Japanese delicacy called "gyu tan"...or cow tongue. I haven't had the opportunity to try it yet, but I have committed to taking the plunge! In the meantime, I am tongue-tied enough trying to learn the Japanese language... It's going to be a blast; I hope you enjoy a vicarious Japanese adventure and who knows, maybe I'll cook you some gyu tan in a year?

Monday, April 5, 2010

welcome to my blog!

I wanted to write in my journal before I left America so that I could reflect on where my life stood at that moment, where I was going, and what I was leaving behind. However, I underestimated the time it would take me to run last-minute errands, pack up, say good-byes, and get everything ready to go abroad. Needless to say, I found myself sitting in an airplane on Sunday morning, March 21st with tear-stained cheeks, a pounding headache, an open journal, and a broken pen. It broke on the plane as I pulled out my journal and began to write...my morning had not been going well.

You will find within the passages to follow a detailed glimpse into my heart and mind as I experience Japan in its entirety. My purpose in capturing these thoughts and feelings is simple: I never want to forget what I felt, what I learned, and what I discovered in Japan...and because you have been given this web address, you must be someone that I hold close to my heart, someone that I cherish and love. For this reason I want you to share in my journey. I cannot promise that you will be entertained, uplifted, or even interested by what I have to say; I am simply offering to you an honest and intimate account of my experiences--straight from my heart and onto your computer screen.

2 comments:

  1. Ohayo Japarianne! I really look forward to reading about your adventures. An excellent idae to share with all your fans. I also look forward to you cooking up some gyu tan!

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  2. Hi Kari-

    This is Breeanna. I just added you on facebook! I am excited that you decided to pick up blogging. I am going to enjoy reading about your experiences in such a foreign place! Good luck, it's addicting!

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