I’m in Sandwich Season now
My long overdue confession that I’ve mostly abandoned this blog and am writing about life in the sandwich generation … over at Substack … Continue reading I’m in Sandwich Season now
Halloween in Japan: 2024
Halloween seemed a world away when I lived in rural Japan in the 1990s. A friend of mine knew about it, though, and in an effort to help me feel at home, she corralled a few neighborhood kids to dress up and visit my door. They arrived, giving each other looks that said, “We didn’t sign up for this, and we don’t know what we’re … Continue reading Halloween in Japan: 2024
Same Moon apparel is 50% off today
(Nov. 14, 2023) Looking for holiday gifts with a touch of Japanese flair? The Same Moon store is open — with 50% off apparel today only. Continue reading Same Moon apparel is 50% off today
It’s all landfill-bound anyway
Sometimes special things end up in the landfill. And it’s OK. Continue reading It’s all landfill-bound anyway
Connecting with strangers
A couple of memories from my recent trip to Japan — the blazing fast bullet train and ways strangers reached out to connect with me Continue reading Connecting with strangers
Be careful what you wish for
I had wanted one of these gizmos for years but had been unable to get buy-in from my better half. Then, on Black Friday, my brother texted me: Amazon was selling the model his family has for nearly 75 percent off. Could we afford not to buy it? A few days later, the package arrived on our doorstep. My very own robot vacuum. For me, … Continue reading Be careful what you wish for
Writing prompt: the back cover
What to do when you’ve collected lots of stories but lack a clear focus? Continue reading Writing prompt: the back cover
“The Female Experience (in Japan)” — podcast
Podcaster Amy Chavez drew me out on several experiences I’ve written about for her latest podcast, “The Female Experience Teaching in Japan.” Continue reading “The Female Experience (in Japan)” — podcast
Connected by Moon and Zoom
I’m feeling thankful for the power of Zoom, which connected me for a conversation with a writer I admire … on the other side of the world. Continue reading Connected by Moon and Zoom
Is your book club a ‘hub’?
Gathering with book clubs in my hometown, I love uncovering our many connections — the people and interests we hold dear as well as the books we read. Continue reading Is your book club a ‘hub’?
Sarah Coomber 