(re)discovering japan

it only took 3 and a half weeks, but ive finally figured out the complicated, although environment friendly, garbage collection system in this city. there are different pick up days for burnable and non-burnable trash, a number of other trash groups, and several different recycling groups as well. and the trash has to be placed in specific types of trash bags. my research lab`s disposal system is even more complex.

wish i had a telescope or bincoculars and a book on constellations to study the beautifully clear night skies and the still mysterious `things` in my ocean view. living in boston and philly i rarely saw any stars because of all the city lights and skyscrapers, so its definitely a beautiful addition to my japan experience.

trying to get out of playing softball with my lab tomorrow...and the rest of the year`s company sports activities without offending anyone. im definitely more of a spectator or cheerleader when it comes to sports that involve things flying towards me. my performance in last summer`s volleyball competition was embarrasing but extremely amusing. everyone assumed i would be good because of my height and wanted me to play in all the matches; my team ended up second to last out of 9. no i didnt play in all the games but i was a good cheerleader ;)

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