Happy Valentines Day

The best marketing scheme ever.

Take a day named after a couple of Martyred priests and use it to sell millions of dollars worth of merchandise.

It's not that I am against a special day to show your love, but I feel that true love should be shown every day of the year, and trust me...this type of love does exist. I have been a witness to such couple who are truly in love, however I do not have one to share this love myself. Speaking of which, I've never had the honor of actually being able to share a Valentine's Day with someone, much more a long term relationship. So naturally, you would think that I am against this holiday being celebrated, the concept yes, the love part no. However, amidst in search for this type of love, I had conjured up a plan several years ago and am currently trying to live out. Thus, my plan must be revealed. The layout is quite simple and very straightforward, yet it's what I long for.

The plan
learn Japanese, move to Japan, marry a nice Japanese girl, have kids, and enjoy life.



Happy Valentine's Day folks!

Slacker...or not/ もしかするとダサいな人になってきた？

Sorry to have kept you waiting。
お待たせいたしました。


This weekend was quite a busy one since I went to Hirai and visited my friend Ren then proceeded to his house. I didn't have my computer at the time so I really had no chance of updating the blog. Unfortunate yet, I did manage to add more pics to this post.

週末は本当に忙しかったから平井でレンと言う友達の家に行った。パソコンが持ってなかったのでアプデイートはできなかった。残念だけどこのポストでもっと写真が加えている。


Title/題名: Fujisan at sunsetの富士山
Location/場所：Tokai University Bldg.1 東海大学の１号館
Description/写真の説明：
Pretty self explanatory but, you gotta love the gradient of sunsets.
説明を要しないけど私たちは夕焼けの諧調が好きだろう。




Title/題名: Fucking crip/メチャやべー
Location/場所：The shop up the street/大学から近くラーメンや。名前が忘れちゃった。
Description/写真の説明：
This is the real deal. Char Siu Ramen extra large serving with a side order of small size rice. Better than anything in Hawaii.
これは本当のラーメンです。写真の中にはチャーシュラーマン特盛りとミニライスです。そのラーメンはハワイ中より本当にうまいと思う。

1/5/12

Title: Grand Canyon Burger
Location: Tokaidaigakumae station McDonald's
Description: Ok, this after a hangover is pure indulgence. Burger, Cheese, Egg, BBQ Sauce and Spicy Relish in double bun format. The advertisement for this thing is American to the max. It's only available for a limited time, sorta like the McRib. I recommend eating this as hangover food(since it's pretty much a sodium bomb) and pairing with some sort of Iced Tea.

1/4/12

Title: For Sale
location: Kokusai Kaikan Rm213 Kanagawa-ken Hiratsuka-shi
description: Apparently Japan has prostitution services that deliver to a desired location. I believe that most are from Korea. This little excerpt is from a catalog of prostitues that are able to provide services in the convenience of the nearest love hotel.

2012年 よこそ！

Once again, I bring you back to life. This relation is bittersweet.

This journal of sorts has been neglected for quite some time. In turn, I have decided to wipe the dust off that had settled upon it during the latter half of 2011. So here we are in 2012 with a whole years worth of stories to tell. Although things in my life have drastically changed since the last post, this blog has remained the same. Dormant and cold for an entire year. Feeling somewhat sorry for the lack of usage and visitation, I have decided to conjure up this update in between having random conversations taking place in my dorm's lobby between a couple new friends and giving blank stares to the report that was due last Tuesday. I also felt that it would be a good way to start off the new year.

After reading Gary's blog, I must admit that I had a sort of revelation that inspired me to create a new post(Much kudos to you sir). With that being said and homage being paid, the first thing that I would like to inform the people who come here (and those who randomly come across this blog while misspelling the word "fresh blog") is that I will now use this blog to document my experiences in Japan. Unfortunately within the first month of being in Japan, I broke my camera and as much as I would like to say that my camera broke for no reason, I must be honest and state that I did in fact, break my camera. So that leaves me with one option for photos, my phone. The quality isn't great yet, I don't really have any other choice. Anyway it should be the thought that counts but in reality you will think my photos are shit for not being in HD format.

A bit cliche but for the better, I will be doing the whole "pic-a-day" thing where I take a picture everyday and give a brief explanation about the pic. No specifics on aperture, no multiple pictures about this and that, and no long ass essay-like explanations. Just one picture, the name of the setting, photo title and a brief thought...everyday. Hopefully, I keep this going.


Title: New Start
Location: Yokohama Bay, Japan
Description: 6 seconds into 2012 on a party boat in Yokohama Bay. An unforgettable experience limited to 55 people.

間違った

GG　ジャレッドさん、
Yeah, requested account verification however, the e-mail that I am using for this blog has been deactivated.

Pandora Station: French Cafe
On another note, my last final is in 11 hours and I still need to write a short essay and study for the exam(which I might add, also contains essay questions). All of this studying has made me realize something very interesting about people. In my current place, people act like they care but, in all actuality do not give a flying fuck about you. There are good ones, perhaps not ones that I can trust but, they have good hearts...I can feel it.

East Asian History 210
My God how I love you and hate you at the very same time, how...Bittersweet?(K.West) I just thought I should cite that just in case some people view it as plagiarism of idea. Redirect to subject matter, this history has taught me a lot about how crazy Asia was in the past but then again, what country hasn't fucked up yet? Nevertheless, I am glad I am learning about this part of history as I have never delved so deep into it previously.

俺の自転車’ｓ
Anyway, I forgot to update about my purchase of a custom Specialized Langster fixed gear bike that I picked up about a month or so ago. I've been riding it all over the place and it provides a good priming for the Century Ride later this year. The unfortunate news (yet, somewhat fortunate) is that I might be in japan at the time of the ride and therefore, I might miss it. I also still have my vintage 1986 Bridgestone 400 that I just truly adore and will do everything to try and keep it running. It really is nice for those longer rides but, the fixie is great for the exercise.

心の中で
God, I just met the most stunning woman since I have been at HTIC. Somewhat unexpected to say the least but, it's the ones that unexpectedly pop into your life and can create dramatic change. I hope its for the better and not a "drama creator." I really want to tell her how beautiful she is but, its quite hard for me being shy and all. If it's worth it, I'm pretty sure I'll find the courage to tell her (in my sweetest James Blunt voice) "You're Beautiful!" because in my eyes, she really is an all around beautiful person. However, love is fickle and you can never know the outcome and with that being said, I must understand that this is all a gamble. But before you criticize what I just said and question me, just understand that I am a logic-whore who analyzes things to find the best possible outcome. A relationship however, does take two people to make it work and being that I just met this girl, I'm not about to tell her that I love her, cause I really don't know her inside and out (perverse pun intended?). Anyway, I simply just want to get to know her and boost her self esteem and as long as she doesn't let her ego get the best of her, I might actually commit to a long distance relationship with the bird.

日本へ行きます
I plan to leave in September for Japan, yes I am excited but no, I am not going entirely for play.
can't wait.

Well, I've got some finals to ace so, if you'll excuse me, I'll be back in a bit.
Till the next,

Peace!

Momentary Blip

Monster and Adderol. This can't be healthy.
...but such is life.
Put on the Pandora radio, switch to the Thievery Corporation station and study.

To understand one's self can justify what needs to be done in order to finish the job. It is when you don't understand yourself that you lose focus. Speaking of which, things can get pretty complicated when you go to a International University where everyone is trying to learn the English. I swear, all I ever do here is correct papers. Today I just had some random dude tell me that I should buy him something for his birthday. Huh? Yeah mon, things are starting to trip me out.

It makes me wonder if Edward Scissorshands was ever directly translated into Japanese.
You see all I want to do is help, but all that ever happens is that I get taken advantage of.
I am an adult, so therefore I must act as one. I always say 3o is the new 20 for two reasons. People are living to be older but also because people take longer nowadays to grow up.

Bullshit aside, I've got a midterm to study for.
Catch you on the next.

Peace!

Why is it...

...that the one I want always wants someone else?

Just a thought

Gt5 OST makes for great study music.

Alcohol is nice too.

Finals @ HTIC

Holy Carp!
This is getting ridiculous.
In another excuse blog of "Why I can't give a proper update" I will proceed to let y'all know what is due by tomorrow.

My finals consist of...
A 7 page paper on the North Korean missile threat
A 15 minute presentation of the above topic
A 3 three page paper on the Clean Water Crisis in the global community
A 1200 word expository essay on Nativism and Immigration of the United States

I will now proceed to ask myself "Why the fuck am I posting this blog?"
Wish me luck!

Ganbaremasu!

Mother Nihon

My prayers go out to everyone affected by the concurrent natural disasters that occurred in East Japan.
Ganbare!

If I didn't have so much to write...

I'd be writing here a lot more often.

It's amazing when I look back on some of the previous posts and go back to those particluar times within the past 2 years. It's amazing how much I have faced and how much I have persevered. I haven't taken the easiest route in life, nor the hardest but, somewhere in between the spectrum, is where I lay. I would say it's been a great adventure to my current point and although the times may get overwhelming, I know I must stick to it.

Status Quo
I am currently studying at Hawaii Tokai International College (HTIC) and so far, it's been an interesting experience. The people here seem fine on the outside but, I am not sure about their interior motives, it can be very frustrating at times. I leave for Las Vegas in 3 weeks and hopefully, I will be in Japan by the fall. Recently, I just had my DUI case re-filed and got convicted of all charges (yey). Unfortunately this means that I wont have my license for another year and I owe the state about $2500.00. Now let's be honest, this isn't the first time I 've been slapped back to square one however, it's nevertheless a shitty place to be. With that said, I hope y'all understand that I ain't gonna let this get me down...

Sorry, for making my first post of 2011 so effin' late.
As always, I'll try to update as much as possible but, please do not be alarmed if I am away for a while. This site is the opposite of my facebook and therefore gets checked and updated a lot less frequently.

So now what?
Now, I just do my work, go to school and do my best in everything that I do. Wish me luck, for this year is gonna be one hell of an adventure.

Merry Christmas!

I hope everyone around the world can enjoy this day.

World Peace for Christmas!

Black Friday

I realized that it's just a self-control issue regarding the word "Sale."

Wedding Song

Think it would make a good one.

PV spotlight - October

Been listening to a bunch of Rip Slyme lately and I've found that they are great for those days off where you just lounge around the house and bust out a few chores. Chill, is the丁度いい adjective to describe it for sleep would just make for a wasted day.

Just d/l-ed a bunch of their songs, put it on the touch and now out for a ride on the Bridgestone. However, before I head out I'd like to leave you with a good one from the playlist.

Enjoy!

RIP-SLYME - 花火　
アルバムTOKYO CLASSIC からのアップです。

10/10/10

Not for another century.

Helped out with the Hawaii Fishing and Seafood festival today. Had a great time and look forward to participating in the years to come. For more explanation of this event, please redirect here.

Yes! today is 10/10/10 and because of that I shall post a video that pairs up quite well imo.

Wait for it...2:30.

Evolution

"It is not the strongest species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the ones most adaptive to change."
-Charles Darwin

btw, just expect corny one liners from now on.


Unless...
A. I purchase a new camera
B. I purchase a new car
C. Something really crazy happens...so crazy that it is absolutely posterous.

Did I just break my own rules? Already? Eh, whatever...I guess I'll ramble on for just a bit and give you folks a small update(and a reminder for myself).

I was supposed to grab coffee with a student from Japan today. However, I received the cancellation notice with no means to reschedule. Of course, I am no stranger to this type of rejection and in turn, I had a slight feeling that this was gonna happen. I could have easily let this get me down but, I am vowing to keep an optimistic attitude. Nothing changes from here for any change in attitude would lead to perception of immaturity(At my age, that is the last thing I need =P). Anyhow, the girl is sweet, smart and has a great heart(no rhyme intended)however, a bit young and possibly naive. K. west once said "People that you meet are like the seasons, and everything that happens is for a reason." and while I'm still trying to find reasoning for the continuous rejection that occurs, I can learn something new each time it happens.

In other (non-depressing) news...
I started to really support the Star Advertiser these days. I try to pick up a paper at the local market every morning before heading to school. Although I still happen to read the news on-line, I do enjoy the paper for the crossword puzzles and horoscopes.

I'm sure things will get sorted out and I'll keep this positive attitude for as long as I can.

Until the next....

mata ne.

One sentence update

All work and no play, makes Fersh a good boy.

Ill be back / 戻ってくる

Currently saving for a camera. A Canon 7D to be more specific and them things ain't cheap.

As a quick update,
I will let you folks know that I got dismissed of my DUI case and picked up 2 Bridgestone bicycles. I hardly go drinking anymore (because of the usual cases of bad luck that follow) and I have started surfing again (every Saturday at canoes with the pops). I know its been a while and I apologize for that but, I assure you that whenever I do happen to purchase my camera...it's on.