Josh
Traveler, teacher, student, dreamer.
Coffee is to me, as it is to many, a special kind of drink. It can be enjoyed alone or with company, at home, in a café, or on the go. And due to the multiple variables that go into its brewing, no two cups are quite the same.…
One of the nice things about living in Japan is the chance to take in some of the culture. There are of course the scenic spots and historical sites. There are also the festivals, celebrations held anually or bianually, which bring a liveliness to the atmosphere, and enjoyment to…
Even though I grew up in California, I was never much of a beach-goer. I'd occasionally take a trip with friends, but never felt the pull to go myself. Moving to a landlocked territory has turned my mind around on this, and a trip seemed more appealing. So a…
After a long, busy transition to my new surroundings, I finally have a chance to sit and write! To say my life has undergone some changes would be an understatement. Work has kept me plenty busy, and it's been difficult to find the time to explore what's around me.…
I woke up this morning and saw that it had been snowing since early morning. The last time I saw snow like this was probably a couple years ago. It seems like such long time ago, though I suppose that's due to the number of things that have happened…
In life, the importance of simple joys can not be overstated. They are the small things within our days that provide a sense of relief, comfort, or escape. Like many, one of my simple joys is having a freshly brewed cup of coffee in the morning. Years ago I…
This past year and a half has certainly been crazy. Even after receiving my covid vaccine, it’s been a slow startup getting back to the way things were before. The biggest transition has been traveling. Even with a vaccine, I still feel the need to be careful and proceed…
In general, I wouldn’t consider myself much of a sports fan. I have my favorite teams for most sports like basketball and football, and I’ll occasionally tune in when there’s a big event (Super Bowl, etc). However, when asked what my hobbies are, watching sports is usually not one…
2020. The year that put many things on hold. Normally around this time, I would have recently returned from my travel in the U.S. to see family and friends. Unfortunately, the year has played out differently from past ones, and I don’t need to explain why. Not only were…
By this point, everyone has been affected by current events in some form or another. Feeling restricted to staying inside, apart from necessary trips to work and trips to the grocery store, has lead to a very different lifestyle. In my observation this has proved difficult for many people,…
