Sunday was Ryan's birthday. We celebrated by taking him out to a yakiniku
restaurant. We dined on various kinds of grilled animals and all-you-can-eat dessert. For a gift, we gave him a Japanese-style pyjama/robe set. He made the
kind of face parents make when presented with a freshly made mud-pie from their 4 year-old. "Oh, thanks... No really, you
shouldn't have".
Monday I went back to the hospital. I was told there had been no improvement since last week and to come back in 2 weeks.
I was also told that since the break was so close to the joint, I may lose some ability in that finger. Swell.
Ok, typing up the Golden Week synopsis is taking a while, so I hope this
will tide you all over until I get it done. Sorry, it's hard to type with a broken hand (fishing for sympathy). I'll have some great pics
up soon too.
Well it's official: August 30, 2001 is my return date. I can't believe I only have 3 months left. Before I come home John, Guillaume
and I are planning a trip to the mainland. Not sure where yet, maybe China or South Korea. Either way it will be an adventure.
OK, I know it's been a while since I've written. But honestly, I've been a little pressed for time. If you want proof, just look at
this pie chart. As you can see, I'm a busy man. Nonetheless, I've been using a little of the proverbial "elbow grease"
and updated some stuff on this site. Click here to see some photos from when Guillaume and I went to the Tokyo Game Show
last month, ostensibly because we're interested in technology. I'm currently writing a detailed description of that trip, including the part where I was interviewed
by a Tokyo television crew.
My birthday was on Sunday, and I'm now 23. I realized with a start the other day that when the 2008 Olympics occur, I'll be in my 30's...
Anyway, what Chris didn't tell you about my "birthday pajamas" was that they're covered in pictures of Doraemon,
the "Cat-Type Robot from the 22nd Century of the future." He (Doraemon) is allegedly Japan's most lovable cat-type robot.
I redid some parts of the website. If anything is broken let me know. Hope you like it. I even put some new
springtime photos up for your viewing pleasure.
Saturday John, Ryan and I went to a BBQ with some fellow AISoft employees. We ate yakiniku
and yakisoba. We also played soccer and tennis (I didn't play tennis because of my hand). It rained on and off all day, but we managed to have a good time anyway.