Magical Japan

This past Monday we arrived in Kyoto, my favorite city in Japan. Upon arrival, we set out to explore the former imperial capital. Kyoto is the heart of traditional Japanese culture, home to countless Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, gardens, and historic geisha districts. On our way, we walked through Nishiki Market where I enjoyed one […]

The Plot Against America

I woke up around 3:00 a.m. today in Osaka due to some lingering jet lag. I did the one thing you’re not supposed to do when waking up in the middle of the night, I reached for my phone. The killing of Alex Pretti was all I saw. Over the next two hours, I lay […]