Mike Maher-King, originally from Shoreham-by-Sea, UK (near Brighton) and Founder of Smile Kids Japan, takes a few moments away from his hectic schedule to share with us a little about his organization, the emergence of volunteerism in Japan, and the impact the 3/11 Earthquake and Tsunami have had on...
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More than just beer, the autobahn, and Hitler and the Holocaust – Germany is becoming an increasingly popular destination for travelers, students, and scholars alike. To the general masses, it is most known for it’s contributions to science and research, and it’s entanglement with a violent past. As you...
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Ok so, I know we have all had our moments…we are super hype to get to where we are going – whether we are still in the planning phase (looking online for deals, visiting the travel agent, talking to the time-share guy…or adding our quarters and dimes to the...
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So, if you read the last post – Q & A with Jim Gannon, post tsunami – you may be wondering “well who in the world in Jim Gannon anyway!?” Well, you’re in luck – because I am about to tell you! Not only is he an alumnus of...
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I had the pleasure of recently speaking with Jim Gannon, an instrumental figure in Japan/US relations about his work and the state of affairs in post-tsunami Japan. As you can imagine, since the tsunami hit, US/Japan (heck anyplace/Japan) relationships have been tried and relied upon as the nation is...
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Spring brings birds….bees…flowers…trees…and usually an overflow of weddings too! The air is not only abuzz with brave insects, but also excitement from brides-to-be putting the final touches on their upcoming nuptial ceremonies, guest lists, catering needs, flower choices and the like. Ok so, I am guilty of sometimes spending...
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Place in my Heart (Rough and Tumble) Be ready. It is not known what the universe has in store for you within the next year…month…week…day…hour. Realistically, life changes in an instant. A lot of time is not needed for anything to happen – good or bad. One second. All...
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Often times I wonder how the human brain, in it’s gray-matter-mysteriousness, really functions. I know the left side does this, and the right side does that…and Dr. So-and-So spent his entire life researching the capabilities of the human brain, both known and unknown. Gazillions of dollars are being spent...
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It is so hard to believe that my first intercultural immersion took place about 5 years ago! Outside of my endless daydreaming and future-oriented thoughts, I’d never truly been immersed in another space until I moved to Japan. After time spent with Lady-Japan, I’ve never been the same! I...
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Where are you from? I’m from Jesús María, Lima, Perú. How long have you been in the U.S? I’ve been here for almost 3 years. What brings you here? I’m here because I want to learn more and improve my English to get a better job in my country....
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