May 11 2011 was a field trip to the Air and Space Museum with Andi's class. Always a fun trip. This one a little more interesting with the visitor from the states known as "Flat Stanley", or by his Japlish name of "Flatu Stanrey". For those who don't know who or what a Flat Stanley is...he is a boy who suffered the misfortune of a bulletin board falling on him...ending up flat. But he discovered this was a wonderful thing, as now he can be slipped into envelopes and sent around the world. The recipient hangs out with him for a few weeks, shows him the sights and then sends him back home, with pictures and a letter of what he did.So, on this field trip, Andi's teacher told me about a English misprint on one of the planes. She had only heard of it, and was in search of it. Great, now there are two adults looking for the misprinted Engrish label. Did we find it? Yes we did!
Look at the red switch, and for an additional laugh...look at the yellow lamp.
Look at the red switch, and for an additional laugh...look at the yellow lamp.And then "Flatu Stanrey" had to get into the spirit. (don't worry, I won't send this one to the class!)
And as a double bonus (or are we at triple now) on the same plane one can find a "handole". Though really, that spelling makes a little more sense! (especially for those of us who rely HEAVILY on spell check!)
On Sunday the 15th the weather was bright and warm. A perfect day for a bike ride. Nothing to far, just into base....get reacquainted of getting around on a bicycle. Much to our surprise we could see the mountains/volcanoes perfectly. Usually there is a bit of overcast blocking the view. It's not often that they are this clear. They are about 70 Kilometers away (as the crow flies) and are the Hokkado range.
Above: Andi, Mykah and Shane
And as a double bonus (or are we at triple now) on the same plane one can find a "handole". Though really, that spelling makes a little more sense! (especially for those of us who rely HEAVILY on spell check!)
On Sunday the 15th the weather was bright and warm. A perfect day for a bike ride. Nothing to far, just into base....get reacquainted of getting around on a bicycle. Much to our surprise we could see the mountains/volcanoes perfectly. Usually there is a bit of overcast blocking the view. It's not often that they are this clear. They are about 70 Kilometers away (as the crow flies) and are the Hokkado range.
Above: Andi, Mykah and ShaneBelow: Andi, Mykah, Flatu Stanrey and Marnie enjoying a refreshment before hitting the road back home.
And thank goodness, one last tree in bloom. I kept forgetting my camera when coming on base. There are a lot of trees, and the blooms were fabulous this year. And since we didn't get off to and festivals....this will have to do.
And, as an added bonus...In the Stars and Stripes newspaper was a fluff article about a Japanese shipbuilder. His family has been building ships for 230 years. His dream was to build bicycles. Since traditional wood boat business isn't what it used to be, he parlayed his craft to his dream. Bikes made of wood! They are amazing looking!
And thank goodness, one last tree in bloom. I kept forgetting my camera when coming on base. There are a lot of trees, and the blooms were fabulous this year. And since we didn't get off to and festivals....this will have to do.
And, as an added bonus...In the Stars and Stripes newspaper was a fluff article about a Japanese shipbuilder. His family has been building ships for 230 years. His dream was to build bicycles. Since traditional wood boat business isn't what it used to be, he parlayed his craft to his dream. Bikes made of wood! They are amazing looking!click on the link for Mahogany bikes....amazing!
