Something old and new. My eyesight improved after cataract surgery. I had been using these frames for a few years, but I like them so I changed them to non-prescription sunglasses. (Michiko)
This is my embroidery wall. I started making them in 2022. I made them one by one when I felt sad. And gradually I started to feel happy. Making something personal also brings joy. (Nakamura Michiko)
I bought a heart-shaped plate at Semimaru in Zengyo. I like it because it keeps the vase stable on the tombstone. So I bought another transparent one. I also found a small pink plate for mini decorations. Preparation is also one of the fun parts of visiting the grave. (Michiko)
I’m experimenting with making various drinks to warm the body. Today’s drink is this. Put milk in a pot and heat it. Add a tablespoon of black sesame almond kinako and two pieces of Okinawan ginger brown sugar. Heat it in the pot and stir to dissolve. When it boils, it’s done. Delicious! This was a success. Actually, there are some failures too. It’s part of my fun daily life. (Michiko)
About big memories. All I have left now are small things. The small ornaments are ones I brought back from Hawaii. Small but important things are my two violins. Moving overseas is hard, so I gave away the chests and grand piano I used in Kyoto, as well as the things I used in Hawaii, to people who wanted them. I have a lot of big memories that I will take to heaven. (Michiko)
Even though it’s warm inside the room, I’ve been surprised by how cold it is when I step outside these past few days. I had fun writing “Winter Morning” in Japanese calligraphy. (Michiko)
It’s the season to be jolly .. Christmas is fast approaching and the backdrop is filled with Christmas decorations and cheer .. everywhere from the stations to the shops and around town Christmas can be felt .. it’s a wonderful time .. and I’m excited to be going up to the gold coast with Bali next Monday for our annual family get together