I probably would have more fun reading this one.

Anyone ever read a Shiono translation?  She's supposed to be the preeminent historian of Japan.

Okay, so I am posting this Christmas gift list because a few people ask me what I want and I have no response.  I don't know how I feel about lists, as sometimes they may seem presumtious, but there are times when I wish some other people woud post them.  So here's the stuff I want, you know, in case you want to be extra thoughtful without much ( Read more... )

As my personal "gift day" approaches, I have been asked by a couple of people what I want. Let's just put it this way: I have no need for things, really. I am not a huge fan of people making a big deal out of me being old, so I prefer things low key. If you want to see me this summer, buy me a gas card. Gas is pretty damn expensive and if my ( Read more... )