Why I Would Never Visit Tokyo’s Crowds

I’m not a fan of densely crowded, downtown centres in highly populated cities. Therefore, I do not have a desire to visit downtown Tokyo, Japan. Also known as Marunouchi, or the “inner circle” it has a population of over 9 million people, with Shibuya Crossing being the busiest intersection in the world. I can’t even think…

Wish List: The French Laundry

Originally Published: April 14th, 2025 2026 Recently, I heard about a restaurant that sounded very exclusive. A restaurant only the Uber rich can afford to dine at. This restaurant is The French Laundry. So, in my dreams Michael and I would frequent this three – Michelin star French and Californian cuisine restaurant, located deep within…

My High School Lessons: From Physics To Prom Drama

I graduated from the 1987 inaugural class of Millwood High School. Something I learned in high school? Nothing outstanding except fun memories. I was interested in physics, but only because a boy named Blake Barkhouse was in the class. During biology class I dissected a fetal pig with Lisa Winters. We named the specimen Fred….

One Positive Life Change: Finding Peace Through Daily Spiritual Practice

Originally Published: April 10th, 2025 2026 One positive change I have made in my life is nurturing a spiritual practice. To spend time each day in prayer, talking to the God of my understanding, then listening with meditation. I haven’t yet attained the level of discipline where I sit in quiet practice over an extended…