Have you ever had trouble with language barriers? I have. And believe me, it ain't pretty fella.
Anyway let's start with something that happened to me. I was telling my Chinese friend how I can't take spicy things. I said, "Even pepper is so hot that my throat burns." My friend was like o.O
She thought my throat ACTUALLY burned when I had spicy things. It was just a metaphor. I had to explain to her that my throat didn't actually burn, sheesh. But you can't blame those who aren't native English speakers so...eh.
Now let's talk about me as the foreigner and People as the natives. In Japan, I don't feel like a foreigner because I lived most of my life there. But now in America, even though I do know about the culture and stuff, sometimes I feel a language a barrier between me and the native English speakers here. For example, hard complex words. You guys learned them like a piece of cake in junior high and high school so obviously you are used to using those kinds of words. But me, I can only recognize a few because I took the SAT and had to practice my vocabulary. I can't really remember any but I know there were a few that my friends used that I only recognized by sound but couldn't remember what they meant. Maybe I should study the SAT vocabs again...
Anyway, it's getting to be dinner time so I'll be going now. I might add some on and in that case I'll just write below this sentences, adios!
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Saturday, February 23, 2013
The Truth About Japan
I surely do hope someone comments on my posts.
It's 1:02 in the morning so don't jump on me if... I go a little nuts on this, okay?
Some people think that they know Japan really really really REALLY well... just because they watched one YouTube video or heard about one thing in the news or something.
Uh, uh, do you expect all of Japan to be like that?
For example, there is this YouTube video I watched about a Japanese Pet store. Now, even I haven't seen meerkats and flying squirrels in a petshop in Japan and I have lived in Japan for... well, since I was three. That's a long time. And, uh, uh, not all pet stores are like that okay? So... don't get your hopes up you YouTube commenters.
Another thing; a lot of people seem to think TOKYO when they hear Japan. Uh, not everywhere is like that and please, TOKYO is CRAZY. I lived there for only two years and I know, okay? My advice to those who want to visit, I know TOKYO is glamour Japan but... no, it's just like the Japanese version of New York City. I've never been to NYC but if you have, then don't go to TOKYO. Go to the countryside where you get to experience the REAL Japan. Sorry if my CAPS are annoying. I'm just trying to make a point without having to go out of my way and make the letters "bold".
Okay... so... and... not everyone is superly superly interested in JAPANESE traditional festival thingies and stuff soooo... don't ask so many TRADITIONAL questions, okay? I... don't know. Sorry!
And... you can eat or drink in the bus in Japan. Some YouTuber said you can't but it was probably just in that certain region. Everyone does it. The trains, duh, everyone does it even more there. Relax, it's Japan.
Another thing, just because we are ASIAN doesn't mean we are super smart. I'm dumb... er, maybe not dumb but I know I'm not smart. And just because one smart chinese boy did an awesome thing on YouTube, doesn't mean we ASIANS can all do that. Don't get your hopes up you YouTube commenters.
And um... oh yeah, we have McDonalds, Denny's, Seven Eleven, Mister Donut... so relax.
And... just be polite, don't talk on the phone in the train, don't be loud in public, stick to the status quo... and you're good to go to Japan.
If I think of any more stuff I heard that annoys me that people say and they think they know Japan inside and out, I'll update this post. But for now, goodnight folks!
It's 1:02 in the morning so don't jump on me if... I go a little nuts on this, okay?
Some people think that they know Japan really really really REALLY well... just because they watched one YouTube video or heard about one thing in the news or something.
Uh, uh, do you expect all of Japan to be like that?
For example, there is this YouTube video I watched about a Japanese Pet store. Now, even I haven't seen meerkats and flying squirrels in a petshop in Japan and I have lived in Japan for... well, since I was three. That's a long time. And, uh, uh, not all pet stores are like that okay? So... don't get your hopes up you YouTube commenters.
Another thing; a lot of people seem to think TOKYO when they hear Japan. Uh, not everywhere is like that and please, TOKYO is CRAZY. I lived there for only two years and I know, okay? My advice to those who want to visit, I know TOKYO is glamour Japan but... no, it's just like the Japanese version of New York City. I've never been to NYC but if you have, then don't go to TOKYO. Go to the countryside where you get to experience the REAL Japan. Sorry if my CAPS are annoying. I'm just trying to make a point without having to go out of my way and make the letters "bold".
Okay... so... and... not everyone is superly superly interested in JAPANESE traditional festival thingies and stuff soooo... don't ask so many TRADITIONAL questions, okay? I... don't know. Sorry!
And... you can eat or drink in the bus in Japan. Some YouTuber said you can't but it was probably just in that certain region. Everyone does it. The trains, duh, everyone does it even more there. Relax, it's Japan.
Another thing, just because we are ASIAN doesn't mean we are super smart. I'm dumb... er, maybe not dumb but I know I'm not smart. And just because one smart chinese boy did an awesome thing on YouTube, doesn't mean we ASIANS can all do that. Don't get your hopes up you YouTube commenters.
And um... oh yeah, we have McDonalds, Denny's, Seven Eleven, Mister Donut... so relax.
And... just be polite, don't talk on the phone in the train, don't be loud in public, stick to the status quo... and you're good to go to Japan.
If I think of any more stuff I heard that annoys me that people say and they think they know Japan inside and out, I'll update this post. But for now, goodnight folks!
Friday, February 22, 2013
All kittens are cute!
http://gma.yahoo.com/photos/is-this-the-world-s-cutest-kitten-1361461567-slideshow/
Seriously folks? The world's cutest kitten? Hey, all kittens are cute!
See, I'll show you:
Even these photogenic iPhone wallpaper kittens are cute!
If you didn't think they were, either you don't like kittens, or you need glasses or something.
This one kitten apparently doesn't want to forgive those of you who thought kittens were ugly or only one certain kitten was cute.
Seriously folks? The world's cutest kitten? Hey, all kittens are cute!
See, I'll show you:
"We arez kute kitteh."
These other pics, I think I got them off the internet. Prepare to drown in cuteness!
Even these photogenic iPhone wallpaper kittens are cute!
If you didn't think they were, either you don't like kittens, or you need glasses or something.
This one kitten apparently doesn't want to forgive those of you who thought kittens were ugly or only one certain kitten was cute.
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Catastrophe in the future
Read this article.
http://news.yahoo.com/higgs-boson-particle-may-spell-doom-universe-152236961.html
Just think, in billions of years our Earth may not exist any more.
Even though most of us, who are living today, will be long gone, it feels weird that the place that has existed for us for such a long time will be destroyed. I know, I know, we won't be alive so what do we care? Billions of years in the future. It's too far ahead for any of us to be living. But still, everything, I tell you, EVERYTHING that we have always known will no longer exist in the far future for our descendants.
If the study is correct, our Earth has an expiration date pasted one it. Even the seemingly eternal planet has limits. Nothing lasts forever except love. This Earth... ah, this Earth... our descendants (if we're all still alive with all these wars going on) will perish in a catastrophe that is unstoppable.
Look to the far future. Can you imagine our planet Earth without any human beings?
http://news.yahoo.com/higgs-boson-particle-may-spell-doom-universe-152236961.html
Just think, in billions of years our Earth may not exist any more.
Even though most of us, who are living today, will be long gone, it feels weird that the place that has existed for us for such a long time will be destroyed. I know, I know, we won't be alive so what do we care? Billions of years in the future. It's too far ahead for any of us to be living. But still, everything, I tell you, EVERYTHING that we have always known will no longer exist in the far future for our descendants.
If the study is correct, our Earth has an expiration date pasted one it. Even the seemingly eternal planet has limits. Nothing lasts forever except love. This Earth... ah, this Earth... our descendants (if we're all still alive with all these wars going on) will perish in a catastrophe that is unstoppable.
Look to the far future. Can you imagine our planet Earth without any human beings?
Friday, February 1, 2013
Love, Peace, War, Eco, and More
So, now that I've belted out all that about Eco stuff, how about some comparisons that might help you in your life?
Which is more important or better for our lives:
1. Partying or Studying
2. Riding a gas guzzling car or Riding an eco friendly one
3. Fighting wars or Making peace
4. Furs on you or Furs on the wild beasts
5. Burning trees or Planting them
6. Living or Hiding
First, let's go over number one; oh, this is easy, right? It's "Studying". Good studying can get you a good job but good partying can only get you drunk.
Number two: Eco is better of course. Why, it will help getting rid of this global warming issue so we can go back and focus on all the fighting we seem to like. So that naturally slides into 3. Making peace is our ultimate goal all the time but we always seem to get ourselves entangled into a mess of fights. We don't need to fight to make peace. All we need to do is talk it over. Actions always have reasons unless the person in totally insane. But if their action was caused by being insane, then insanity will be their reason... huh, okay... so even that has a reason!
How about 4? People who are animal lovers would definitely not buy any furs or tusks or horns right? Well, think about it. Is it really, really, necessary to have animal furs in your closet? No. We don't "need" them. We merely "want" them. Wanting and needing are two different things. We can want candy but we don't need it. We need to eat healthy even if we don't want it. Sometimes I don't buy some thing I WANT because I know I don't NEED them. Know what I mean? And then, yeah, if we want to protect the extinct animals, we should start out by thinking about that. Do we want it or need it? We're not cavemen or cavewomen anymore so why would we NEED animal furs anyway?
Okay, on to 5! This is easy right? I hope so. Burning trees are definitely better. Have you tried it? It's quite thrilling. Ha, gotcha! Of course planting them is better! It saves the environment. Look at it this way: Earth is your pet. Man's best friend. But he is not an ordinary pet, he can provide land and shelter and food for you. All you have to do is make sure he is clean and healthy and has lots of trees in his cage. So, littering the streets would be like if you littered the cage of your dear pet. What kind of pet owner would do such a thing like that? I sure wouldn't.
Last is something that will benefit you in YOUR life. It's better to live it. Carpe diem. Live life to the fullest. So don't hide who you are. It's important to not be ashamed of your true self and get out there. You never know, you might be surprised how much more people will like you if you showed them who you really are. I believe that "self" is important. It's what defines you.
You know how there are many different kinds of cats, right? Ragdolls, Siamese, American Short hair, Sphinx, Ragamuffin, Turkish Van, Calico... but they are all Cats aren't they? Now think of people. There are many different kinds of people, too. Tall, Short, Bubbly, Happy, Smart, Gamers, Quiet/Shy, Readers... and we won't think about race because we are ALL people for heaven's sake. Yeah, there are many different kinds of people aren't there? But no matter what kind of person they are, they are still people, right? Like the cats. All kinds but still the same. So if you're worried about sticking out, don't be because we are all People. There's no way that can change so relax and enjoy being yourself. If it takes time to come out and show people who you are, then take your time. Nothing should be rushed. But one thing; if you are not married and are looking for a boyfriend/girlfriend, remember to be yourself to them. A fake person will just hurt you and your partner. When I go on dates, I always make sure I'm myself and not someone else. With real partnership, you shouldn't have to pretend to be something you're not.
Anyway, that's the end of the lesson or whatever it was. A blog? Huh, some blog. If there are other things you would like me to compare or talk about let me know in the comments!
And thank you for reading! :) :) :)
Which is more important or better for our lives:
1. Partying or Studying
2. Riding a gas guzzling car or Riding an eco friendly one
3. Fighting wars or Making peace
4. Furs on you or Furs on the wild beasts
5. Burning trees or Planting them
6. Living or Hiding
First, let's go over number one; oh, this is easy, right? It's "Studying". Good studying can get you a good job but good partying can only get you drunk.
Number two: Eco is better of course. Why, it will help getting rid of this global warming issue so we can go back and focus on all the fighting we seem to like. So that naturally slides into 3. Making peace is our ultimate goal all the time but we always seem to get ourselves entangled into a mess of fights. We don't need to fight to make peace. All we need to do is talk it over. Actions always have reasons unless the person in totally insane. But if their action was caused by being insane, then insanity will be their reason... huh, okay... so even that has a reason!
How about 4? People who are animal lovers would definitely not buy any furs or tusks or horns right? Well, think about it. Is it really, really, necessary to have animal furs in your closet? No. We don't "need" them. We merely "want" them. Wanting and needing are two different things. We can want candy but we don't need it. We need to eat healthy even if we don't want it. Sometimes I don't buy some thing I WANT because I know I don't NEED them. Know what I mean? And then, yeah, if we want to protect the extinct animals, we should start out by thinking about that. Do we want it or need it? We're not cavemen or cavewomen anymore so why would we NEED animal furs anyway?
Okay, on to 5! This is easy right? I hope so. Burning trees are definitely better. Have you tried it? It's quite thrilling. Ha, gotcha! Of course planting them is better! It saves the environment. Look at it this way: Earth is your pet. Man's best friend. But he is not an ordinary pet, he can provide land and shelter and food for you. All you have to do is make sure he is clean and healthy and has lots of trees in his cage. So, littering the streets would be like if you littered the cage of your dear pet. What kind of pet owner would do such a thing like that? I sure wouldn't.
Last is something that will benefit you in YOUR life. It's better to live it. Carpe diem. Live life to the fullest. So don't hide who you are. It's important to not be ashamed of your true self and get out there. You never know, you might be surprised how much more people will like you if you showed them who you really are. I believe that "self" is important. It's what defines you.
You know how there are many different kinds of cats, right? Ragdolls, Siamese, American Short hair, Sphinx, Ragamuffin, Turkish Van, Calico... but they are all Cats aren't they? Now think of people. There are many different kinds of people, too. Tall, Short, Bubbly, Happy, Smart, Gamers, Quiet/Shy, Readers... and we won't think about race because we are ALL people for heaven's sake. Yeah, there are many different kinds of people aren't there? But no matter what kind of person they are, they are still people, right? Like the cats. All kinds but still the same. So if you're worried about sticking out, don't be because we are all People. There's no way that can change so relax and enjoy being yourself. If it takes time to come out and show people who you are, then take your time. Nothing should be rushed. But one thing; if you are not married and are looking for a boyfriend/girlfriend, remember to be yourself to them. A fake person will just hurt you and your partner. When I go on dates, I always make sure I'm myself and not someone else. With real partnership, you shouldn't have to pretend to be something you're not.
Anyway, that's the end of the lesson or whatever it was. A blog? Huh, some blog. If there are other things you would like me to compare or talk about let me know in the comments!
And thank you for reading! :) :) :)
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