Lovers across America are preparing for (arguably) the most romantic day of year. Dates are being meticulously planned. Cards are being written. Parents are buying valentines and candy for classroom parties. Yes, we’re all familiar with the way pink and red sweeps the nation as soon as the New Year begins, and Christmas has been put away. We also all know what it does to … Continue reading Does Japan Celebrate Valentine’s Day?
Before my first visit to Japan, I was reading blogs everywhere on life there. I happened to stumble on this: “Christmas in Japan was definitely… Different. Apparently Japanese Christmas is a couple’s holiday like Valentine’s day. It was definitely a different atmosphere. But they really do try to act like Americans, so they eat KFC and cake.”(See her full post here.) I wasn’t so sure myself, … Continue reading Do the Japanese Really Eat KFC on Christmas?
I LOVE CHRISTMAS!! It’s the one time of year that I feel at peace with the world around me. 🙂 There’s so many negative things going on, what with the discrimination and misunderstandings plaguing our lives, but Christmas is special. We celebrate the One who gave His life and brought us all together. He lived and died, and now lives again. Because of Him, we … Continue reading First Time Christmas as Parents
Onward! Japanward! 