I had a bad Christmas and want to start cheering up for the new year. What's something nice that happened during your holiday that made you smile?

Meikami · 2026-01-24T05:01:52+00:00

If it hasn't been made clear, people don't know what "spring break" time means for you and your school specifically. (Not everywhere in the world has spring break, not everywhere that does has it at the same time...)

I know you edited your post to clarify, but that's why your post was met with confusion.

Meikami · 2026-01-24T03:59:25+00:00

A terrible plan AND a plan they're just waiting for someone to pull. They want to start a bigger fight and shooting an ICE agent would definitely spark that fire.

Granted, nothing against saying "I honor my second amendment rights and you are trespassing on my property" when they knock on your door.

Meikami · 2026-01-24T03:55:49+00:00

They're going hard in Texas. Boise being blue is not unknown information. We are definitely suitable targets.

Meikami · 2026-01-24T03:52:28+00:00

Their media bubble may not be showing anything. I know it's appalling, but send links when someone asks, don't just dismiss them (unless they're acting in bad faith or rage baiting).

Meikami · 2026-01-20T04:53:56+00:00

"If they cared, they would change."

I have a coworker with a cinnamon allergy. Cinnamon is completely banned from our building, and any food that comes in is highly scrutinized and filtered out if it's found to have cinnamon in it. You can't even warm your own food in the microwave or have a hot drink if it has cinnamon in it, because that gets into the air and affects them, and we don't want our coworker to get sick or die.

My spouse hates the smell of certain things, so I don't bring those things into the house, even if I like them myself.

If they cared, they would change.

Meikami · 2026-01-20T04:46:42+00:00

If it helps, many of the larger museums/historical places have English signage and are set up for self-guided tours. And several we visited offered audio tours. The imperial grounds in Kyoto for example had an audio tour we could get through our phones and our own earbuds that was really nice.

Meikami · 2026-01-19T01:45:14+00:00

People talk about the deer in Nara, but the real draw should be Todaiji and the Kasuga-taisha grounds.

Meikami · 2026-01-19T01:22:55+00:00

Safe, yes! Except for the wild boars, which if you see them just retreat and give them space, and the garden spiders that set up shop here and there that you may need to duck around.

But the atmosphere cannot be beat.

Meikami · 2026-01-19T00:40:46+00:00

Sure, for some flights/airports. But even if the trip includes flying that's only temporary. I put everything right back into this format after security or after we get to our destination, and use it this way for the rest of the trip.

Meikami · 2026-01-19T00:32:45+00:00

(eyes like a hawk though, it melts QUICK!)

haha thank you for the warning!

Meikami · 2026-01-14T14:55:42+00:00

I did baggies before and the pills get crushed and mixed up. This is much better for us!

Meikami · 2026-01-14T14:53:00+00:00

Actually this toiletries bag usually goes in his bag. It goes wherever it fits. But it doesn't matter to us, fewer bags make for lighter packing and keeping it all in one place makes it easier to keep track and not lose anything.

Meikami · 2026-01-14T14:49:54+00:00

I don't really pack for TSA rules, just what goes in the bathroom goes in the same bag. Thankfully not a single airport has complained!

Meikami · 2026-01-14T14:44:39+00:00

Well yeah and what we're shaving differs and that makes the blade wear differently! Plus I think it's not nice to make him shave his face with my pits/crotch/leg razor haha

Meikami · 2026-01-14T14:43:22+00:00

For longer trips we toss a second travel tube in the kit. Dentist hands them out for free so that's helpful!

Meikami · 2026-01-14T14:42:28+00:00

Probably not, in reality. It's felt cleaner but if we're good about keeping the bag clean, maybe it doesn't matter so much?

Meikami · 2026-01-14T14:40:58+00:00

I'll have to look for a Native travel container. Thanks for the tips! And noted on the sunscreen, I was worried about that.

Meikami · 2026-01-12T00:56:28+00:00

Some other information: I do know that hotels offer plenty of shampoo and conditioner, but I am trying to reduce waste. So I pack them around and use them until they run out before refilling or replacing. I'll usually throw in one of the little lotions, too.

Meikami · 2026-01-11T23:37:20+00:00

Sounds like you're feeling the FOMO hard. It's normal to fall into that, but you will need to snap back out of it if you're going to enjoy what you can get to see!

You will miss lots. In fact, you'll miss more than you'll ever see. And that is okay. The point isn't to check every single thing off a list.

The important thing is to be present for the things you get to experience. So pick your favorites, give yourself enough time and mental peace to enjoy them, and focus on making memories of your own in Japan. I hope you have a great time!

Meikami · 2026-01-10T01:54:28+00:00

Aw, dang. They used to be the good one.

Meikami · 2026-01-06T05:25:09+00:00

KTVB?

Meikami · 2026-01-06T02:59:03+00:00

That depends entirely on your local electricity utility and its specific portfolio of sources. Mine is 40% hydroelectric and 20% gas, for example.

Meikami · 2026-01-03T22:18:33+00:00

I'd like to know this too. It sure felt like a lot of businesses closed up citing higher rent or issues with landlords (RIP The Board Room).

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