A lot to take in today with your words, Doug! Your gift of writing benefits so many of us. But even you need a break and Japan and Taiwan sounds like just the ticket you need to punch. I lived in Japan for three years in the late 1960's and absolutely fell in love with the country and the people. Have a super holiday, my friend! Sayonara, until we meet again on this page.
re Japan. When I took a tour of Japan I had a few days prior to tour in Tokyo. I contacted the National Noh Theater to attend a performance. They were very gracious. They looked out for me; introduced me to lead actor after the show; and, made sure someone accompanied me back to the subway after the show in the evening. I see they have a show on 12/25 that you can book online. The subway system is great and the stop for the theater is close to the theater. I had the whole day walking around the neighborhood. Here is website for the theater. https://www.ntj.jac.go.jp/schedule/nou/2024/12144/?lan=e
It was easy to get around on the trains as information is in English.
Yes, and believe the entirety of the article makes that point. I try to limit my excerpts to three paragraphs that can be understood outside of the narrative of the article. Thanks for writing in.
Good luck and happy travels. We've only met once (at a Wonkette meetup in a Barrio Logan joint years ago) but I feel like I know you from reading your works lo these many years. I'll look forward to your return!
A lot to take in today with your words, Doug! Your gift of writing benefits so many of us. But even you need a break and Japan and Taiwan sounds like just the ticket you need to punch. I lived in Japan for three years in the late 1960's and absolutely fell in love with the country and the people. Have a super holiday, my friend! Sayonara, until we meet again on this page.
re Japan. When I took a tour of Japan I had a few days prior to tour in Tokyo. I contacted the National Noh Theater to attend a performance. They were very gracious. They looked out for me; introduced me to lead actor after the show; and, made sure someone accompanied me back to the subway after the show in the evening. I see they have a show on 12/25 that you can book online. The subway system is great and the stop for the theater is close to the theater. I had the whole day walking around the neighborhood. Here is website for the theater. https://www.ntj.jac.go.jp/schedule/nou/2024/12144/?lan=e
It was easy to get around on the trains as information is in English.
Best wishes for the holidays and new year. Bon voyage!
Doesn't the USA claim that certain groups and people are "terrorists " as well? For example, almost any Palestinian? https://theconversation.com/the-debate-over-what-constitutes-terrorism-86812
Enjoy your vacation, you deserve one. Happy Holidays.
Yes, and believe the entirety of the article makes that point. I try to limit my excerpts to three paragraphs that can be understood outside of the narrative of the article. Thanks for writing in.
Have fun. You are my inspiration. Will find out if I am still cancer free next month.
Doug,
Good luck and happy travels. We've only met once (at a Wonkette meetup in a Barrio Logan joint years ago) but I feel like I know you from reading your works lo these many years. I'll look forward to your return!
Hi and Hello Doug , before you go on sabbatical.
New to Substack and learning. And engaged with your words and writing. And politics.
A varied medical background as I nudge 70, so but some idea of your journey due to jobs and family.
Stay Cool and Be Good.
As a mentor told me back before there was MTV, if you wanna get good at writing (sic), keep writing; you'll get the hang of it eventually.
I too recall the era of pre MTv, and also listening to Short Wave Radio and when Lps weren't vinyl even. Thanks.