The Relief of No Longer Being in the Game
The pressure to find a partner quietly disappeared. I didn’t expect to feel so relieved about it.
JapanLife
Observations from two decades of Japan life, from the nuances of teaching and farming to the comfort of a small home and everyday routines.
When Does Devotion Become Obsession? (And How Would You Even Know?)
I woke at 3am excited to blog, then questioned whether showering was strictly necessary.
Still Learning Balance After 50 (What’s Working So Far)
After 50, balance isn’t about keeping all the plates spinning. It’s knowing which ones to drop.
Are You Too Comfortable? A Question To Consider
Sometimes we choose the service that feels comfortable over the one that actually costs us something.
When You Get Good at Things You Never Felt Passionate About
After 505 days of Japanese practice, I realised I had passion and competence completely backwards.
When AI Summarizes Your Life (And You’re Not Sure If It’s Being Too Kind)
AI analysed my life choices and I wasn’t sure if it was being too kind about the drift.
What Do You Hope Heaven Is Like?
I left my cat Simon behind when I moved. I hope he’s first to greet me on the other side.
When to Talk About Pain and When to Keep Going
Sometimes talking keeps you stuck. My fridge slogan says it better than I can.
The Family Outsider: When You Love Them But Live Differently
A photo of my dad and sister at McDonald’s reminded me I’m the family outsider. And that’s okay.
