Tokyo Terrace

Apple Pie Oatmeal

October 18, 2011

Well, I am officially on maternity leave.
What do people do on maternity leave? I’ve been so busy getting ready for this time that I forgot to figure out what to do with myself once it arrived.
I know I need to get rest, but since that can be a little difficult at 8 months pregnant I [...]

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A Little Italy in Tokyo

October 13, 2011

Two weeks ago, Brad and I enjoyed a nice 3-day weekend. Well, to be honest, it was actually quite packed with things to do. All good things, but packed with busy-ness nonetheless. With Saturday and Sunday completely booked, I demanded suggested that we keep Monday wide open so we could spend some time doing things [...]

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Simple Rustic Potato Tart

October 8, 2011

There is some construction happening at our apartment building. Apparently, it will last from October until February which seems like an awfully long time to me. There is scaffolding outside every window and the construction workers have begun appearing on our patio, forcing me to leave the blinds shut so I don’t feel like an [...]

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Apple Spice Syrup

October 2, 2011

Life is full of unexpected surprises, both good and bad. This is a lesson I learn over and over again with each passing year. Sometimes I wish life would just remain calm for a little while- you know, no more big natural disasters would be a good start. But, for better or for worse, huge [...]

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Easy Noodle Stir Fry Recipe

September 25, 2011

Some days, I feel like carrying this baby around is the most awkward, cumbersome task I’ve ever been responsible for. Other times, I feel like I could do this forever. I love feeling the kicks, pushes and hiccups that help keep our little boy busy in there. I love the slightly swollen feet, complete exhaustion [...]

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Temple Garden Chowder

September 19, 2011

Lately I’ve been doing a lot more walking. For obvious reasons (read: inadequate balance due to my bulging belly) I have stopped riding my bicycle around Tokyo. So, aside from bumming rides from friends and utilizing public transportation, walking is the only other option. I don’t mind unless the weather is uncomfortably hot, as it [...]

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Apple Cider Pancakes + Cinnamon-Sugar Topping

September 17, 2011

Around this time of year, I am conditioned to expect fall weather. Cooler temperatures, the slight change in the shade of maple leaves, and the crispness that suddenly hits the air. Warm mugs of hot apple cider become a daily indulgence and I cannot help but love every ounce of what the season has to [...]

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Tsukimi (月見) Udon/Moon Viewing Noodles

September 12, 2011

The other day, I sat down on the train next to a man who had about 3 or 4 inches of space to his right. I was sitting on his left, uncomfortably smooshed between the aforementioned man and another, rather large gentleman. Usually, people are perfectly willing to scoot over so that seating is a [...]

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Never Forgotten

September 11, 2011

There are so many events that have happened that cause us to pause and ask questions.
Where was I when that happened?
Who was I with?
How did it feel?
For some, it was the Kennedy assassination. For others, the end of a World War. Or the beginning of a new one. For many, the earthquake and tsunami will [...]