It’s a cold, sunny day today. February is the coldest month of the year, a month of patience and hope, and it’s also our birth month. Thank you for telling me that I’m a treasure. (Michiko)
I made a warm cream stew with chicken, onion, carrot, pumpkin, and bell pepper. It’s a cold, rainy morning. Today is National Foundation Day, a national holiday. (Michiko)
I finally found and bought my favorite duster. It can quickly clean small decorations in the room, computer keyboards, and more. The fluffy material is made of wool and the handle is made of wood. When I hang it up, it feels like I have a beloved pet. (Michiko)
Warm sunshine in the morning. Cold, cloudy skies from noon onwards. I made ginger sake lees pudding. I poured rum over it. A cold dessert in a warm room. This is a natural immune support for these erratic winter temperatures. (Michiko)
February in Hawaii is often the month for storms and this weekend we have our first storm warning. on Friday night the south winds are supposed to get very strong and on Saturday through Monday the winds will shift to North, North East winds with heavy rain and possible thunderstorms. The North Shore of all the islands has a high surf warning and on Oahu the waves are predicted to get over 30 feet, 10 meters high. Oahu is now under a flood warning until Monday. Many of the tourist boats have already canceled. A normal part of February!
This is my 23rd Yamaha drum lesson at Fujisawa Yurindo. I’m continuing to practice the theme song from “Taiyo ni Hoero.” I got into the beat and developed a cool rhythm, which I enjoyed playing. Next time I’ll play at a faster tempo. (Michiko)
Today was my regular appointment with my family doctor. I also had my annual bone density test. The results showed that my bone density was equal to or greater than the average for young adults, and 120% higher than that of people my age. It was an increase from last year. I can only think that it’s thanks to my mysterious cooking skills. My hip joints and heart are slightly weak, so I don’t do strenuous exercise and I don’t take any bone medication. I’m sure playing instruments is beneficial for both my body and mind. (Michiko)
Setsubun is a day to pray for good health and to ward off evil spirits for the year ahead. “Ogres out, fortune in!” I don’t have the custom of eating ehomaki, so I made this with pancake. I added seasoned fish pink flakes and pickles. (Michiko)