Engaged in Guam
We’re engaged!
Some of you may be wondering who “we” are since my hubby-to-be is definitely an off-camera, behind the scenes man. This is his first introduction on the blog, and a perfect time to tell our story.
Southern California’s Best Kept Secret, Catalina Island
Wow! You'll definitely have to make a revisit. One of the best places in SoCal, and yet you feel as…
Oh, Catalina Island. It’s almost too good, I don’t want to spoil the secret. But, it’s time to let our fellow travel-lovers know about this hidden gem, a common getaway for California natives.
Stepping off the boat onto Catalina Island for the first time, I felt as if I was being transported to a remote Mediterranean coastal town. Small boats rocked slowly in the harbor, people strolled lazily along the sandy beachfront road, and above a sprawling hillside was dotted with quaint, rustic homes.
Setsubun Spring Festival in Japan
Thanks for the sweet words Sarah! I'd definitely recommend looking into any festivals or holidays when you visit Japan, there's…
Setsubun, literally translated as “seasonal division,” is a unique celebration in Japan in which people honor the changing season with the special ritual of mamemaki, or bean throwing. This festival is held every year on February 3rd, on the eve of spring in Japan. The changing of the season is very important in Japan, similar to the New Year, as it is thought to be a time of cleansing and welcoming good spirits for the coming year.
This celebration is honored with bean-throwing festivals all over the country. The night of Setsubun, people solidify their luck by eating a traditional makizushi roll called ehōmaki.
Great story!! And Congratulations again! It's awesome that you actually got Eric to write up his side, you should continue…