Why, hello there!

It's been a long time. Five hundred and thirty-seven (537) days to be exact. That is one year, five months and 21 days. Obviously we haven't just fallen off the face of the planet. It's just that Facebook is my primary means of communicating with friends and family. Ya'll are the only ones who read my blog anyway.
So, why now? Since I got my iPhone, I've been taking more photos of my time in Japan. It's also become easier for me to share my experiences and thoughts online. I have Rockmelt which has connected me to Facebook even more. I use Camera+ to share my photos online. I also have a new obsession with tiltshift photography.
Japan is a place that most of my American friends and family haven't visited. It is a uniquely different society and I'm fascinated by it, so I want to share my love of this country with you.

Now, this blog is shifting focus. I don't plan on writing long posts about my day, or every little thing our family is doing. Although I will make those posts occasionally. My goal is to make it a little less personal. While I don't have a problem with writing some private things on Facebook, I just don't want to do it here. Don't be surprised with any changes I (hopefully am motivated to) make in the next few days and months. This is only the first step. If you have any suggestions or requests, please share. Any blog title suggestions would be welcome too. The current is a place holder.

Until next time, matta ne.