It’s the Thought that Counts (but Give It Nice Wrapping, Please)
But if these weren’t enough gifts for you, don’t worry: many people also give gratitude gifts every six months in December and June just to thank people for existing.
A Mourning Dove on the News
I silently noted the tiles on the sidewalks, the salty flavor of miso soup, the glimpse of a persimmon tree behind the chapel.
The Art of Skedaddling
I didn’t stick around the dining hall to chat and took the less populated path back to the dormitory with my dinner containers and my umbrella in tow.
Why on Earth is Smut Being Normalized, Though?
But in the plainest terms, unintended porn addiction is the dead last place where I want to pursue equality.
I Was Wrong About Late Nights
Sleeping in feels more like some sort of sin.
The Cheapest Thrills Are Aged like Fine Wine
We heard rumors of a massage chair in the lobby.
I Cracked the Grandma Code with Chocolate and Rice Balls
When at first someone politely declines your chocolate or tea, try, try again—but sneakier.
If a train could teach you the meaning of life…
The trains will go regardless of whether or not I am on them.
To All the Boys I’ve Rejected Before
The whole thing was awkward, really.
Has KFC Been Out-Kentuckied?
So of course I had to try it for myself. For research.
Be Nude, Not Rude
The first time I showered in the public space, my entrance came as no surprise to anyone but me.
To Kill, or Not to Kill? (A Bug.)
I hate ants for their determination and fearlessness.
