Uninformed Opinions and Shallow Ideas
A random collection of stories, events, observations, photos, videos, and so on.
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Furi-Soda Day
Posted: January 31, 2022
A play on the word "Furisode" - the traditional kimono worn by young women on Japan's "Coming of Age Day".
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AC Flight 36
Posted: November 23, 2021
A letter to the president of Air Canada regarding a fuel leak spotted on an aircraft shortly before takeoff from Kansai International Airport.
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Badass
Posted: November 20, 2021
A perceived insult is confirmed to be a great compliment, thanks to a New York Times crossword puzzle.
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Test UOSI
Posted: June 12, 2026
Test page for various tags and embedded video
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Royal Swinger
Posted: September 22, 2020
My first typewriter.
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Pink Dobie
Posted: November 22, 2019
Origins of a pseudonym.
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Recycle Time
Posted: June 13, 2011
A singing reminder to take out the recyclables.
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Two Down
Posted: September 11, 2011
9-11: Ten years later.
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Daiku 2010
Posted: February 20, 2011
The "Suntory 10,000 Ninth". A concert event held each year in Osaka.
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Foundations
Posted: October 30, 2010
Visiting a Kobe residence designed by one of my favorite architects.
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Special Sauce
Posted: October 16, 2010
The "Sewer Burger" that led to healthier eating habits.
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Little Angels
Posted: October 20, 2005
Altar boys are not always angelic.
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Bikes Off Sidewalk
Posted: October 20, 2005
Best intentions sometimes lead to unintended consequence.
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Sports Sponsors
Posted: October 19, 2005
Is there too much commercialism in professional (and amateur) sports?