Japan

Thinking about Japan these days.

L and I went there a couple of years ago for a short one week vacation (it was all he could get off at one time during residency), and we completely fell in love…not just with the country, but also with the people…and the food =)  Not only is everything beautiful with rich history and culture, but the people are so kind, generous and socially responsible.  We couldn’t get over the fact that everyone we saw/met took utmost pride in doing their job to the best of their ability – whether it was the trash collector or the waiter.  We could learn a lot of from them.

Just thinking about all of those memories these days in the wake of the tsunami.  Wondering what the best way is for us to lend a hand.

These pictures are of mature and young bamboo shoots.  Some of my favorites.