SJUrano

Its the weekend again. The only time I have time and energy to connect with you. This past week, my kids PTA has asked me to edit our Christmas concert which has taken some time. We also had a samurai artist do a demonstration. Luckily, my daughter has requested to spend the night at grandma's. Without my husband and I. Just her and her brother. Which gives me more time to write and edit during that time.
Some days I can write more than page, most days I can't. Things are defiantly different compared to six years ago when I first started writing online.
Since then, I developed social media anxiety. Which again, I have my good days and shy days. Pushing through is the only thing I can do.
Writing, in its own way is a therapy. Which I am grateful for.

I can't believe it has been 2 months since I was here!

Holy Cow!!

Christmas came and went like tornado. Chaos, fun, tons of kids, then turn around and its New Years.
Last week in Japan, we have an annual Marathon called Hakone Marathon. The runners are broadcasted on local tv and are from various universities around Tokyo. It's the only time I watch local tv through out the year. And it defiantly passes the time while I'm cooking and cleaning. There is also a tradition to deep clean our homes during the New Year.
Which we only did about halfway before we all got overwhelmed, flopping our tired bodies on the floor.
Hopefully, my family and I can finish the project this month.
Although, I am known for not finishing projects. It takes me a while to finish anything I start. Not sure why.
Does anyone else experience this?
As for the stories, I'll keep revising and editing as quickly as I can.
Plus my kids go back to school soon. Once they do, I can try to keep publishing something more often.

How was your Christmas and New Year? Or time off from work? Read anything interesting?

Wow!! I can't believe it has been a month since the last time I have spoken here. Time does fly! This past month came like a summer typhoon, non stop of activities at my children's kindergarten. We went mushroom picking in a forest. We all learned the different types of mushrooms grown in the area and what mushrooms are safe to eat. At one point, we had a sports day for the school. Everyone participated including the parents. My husband and I were on the same relay run team. And by pure luck, we won. I ran slow and slowed our team down, but the dad's pulled through for the win. My kids just enjoyed spending time with their friends. This past weekend, the school event was at a local campground and we made soup over a fire.
All of these events happening in the forest makes me think of my Legend of Mona. The characters having to survive in the wild. Relying on each other.
Things have now calmed down a little bit and I can focus working on another Chapter of Book 3.
Do you have any suggestions for a proper title for Book 3?

It's a three day weekend, finally! And hubby took our two little tots to a play area at a local mall for the day. I scolded myself for mindlessly scrolling through Facebook and will spend some time working on Book 3. The weather is getting colder each week, which brings the onset of catching a cold or flu. To counter the change of weather, I'm gradually changing our dinner menu at home and adding more vitamins to our diet.

Online, I consider myself to be an introvert. But in person, I am an extrovert through and through. This is the season for our home parties. My Japanese friends seem to enjoy them. And Halloween is always a fun party to host.
Then our Christmas party is next.
After that, I relax for a bit, which hopefully I can keep a schedule of writing between now and the end of the year. My goal is to finish Book 3 before January.
Here's to hoping and dreaming!

Sorry for late update. :(
Since I was last here, there was a lot going on.
First, we were preparing to go to America. Yeah, I know, scary. But it would probably be the only chance my kids will have before all their aunties pass away. With each passing year, kids want to explore other places, right?
Then it was our trip to America. We were able to see family and close friends and my family wanted to see some dinosaurs. So we spent a couple days hiking to see dinosaur bones. Everyone really enjoyed our time there. It was nice to see everyone, since the last time I saw most of them was back in 2021.
Now that we are back, and things have started to slow down, I can now go back to writing and hopefully continue with Book 3.  
I will certainly let you know when there is an update with Book 3.
Does anyone have any ideas for a title for it?  

Today I noticed that nothing was published for Book 3. My apologies! Currently, I'm batch editing more of Book 3. My kids and I have now recovered from our summer cold. But lo and behold, hubby caught the bug. I'm taking today to edit as much as I can. And hopefully will have some chapters available. When?
I don't know exactly.
My goal is to finish Book 3 before Christmas. So here's to trying.  

This past week has been a roller coaster with this weekend being a turn for the worst. Earlier in the week, my son caught a summer cold, and now, this weekend 3 out of 4 of us have his summer cold. Good thing my hubby has a three day weekend to get us better. Hopefully with some extra down time, I can work more on Book 3.
In Japan, when someone is sick, they are feed rice porridge. It contains eggs and vegetables. What do you have or use when you get a summer cold?  

Just got back from a one night stay in the mountains. My family really needed some fresh air and be away from the city for a little bit. Recently, there are two more chapters that are scheduled for the two weeks. Hurray!
This summer is going by quickly with each passing day. The days are hot while the evenings are cool, chatting with husband about Book 3.
How is your summer going so far?  

It has been a bit busy around my home. My kids are now officially out of school for summer. And we are hosting simple parties/play dates throughout the season. With that, the next few chapters should be scheduled soon. Recently, we only had a few families over for play dates during the week. The weather is just too hot to leave the comfort of home.
Also, while I'm relooking at the chapters of Book 3, there is a chapter in the future that is a bit short. So why not add some scenes?  

Summer is definitely here. Although the cicadas are not out yet, but the grueling heat is. Every summer I try to keep my kids busy with different activities, experiences and things. The local community center is undergoing a remodel. Which makes it difficult for some of my mom friends. Meaning, they are looking for a place that is cool to play with their kids. Meaning, my place. Being the American who is known to party, all eyes feel like they are on me. Yes, I want to be the center of my kids friends universe, but also fulfill my own agenda with my family. Would they let me write and watch my kids for me? I don't know. Plus that seems like asking too much.
Anyway, Book 3 is coming along nicely and just uploaded some more chapters to finish out the summer. And there are more pictures up on Instagram.