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Describe a random encounter with a stranger that stuck out positively to you.
I still remember a male flight attendant. In 2018, I returned from Japan to Florida alone. After a long flight from Tokyo, I arrived at Dallas airport. Soon after, I went to the gate for the next flight. I waited, and suddenly the flight was canceled (to change destination). I asked the airline staff if… Read more
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What is your favorite restaurant?
I like eating. My favorite food is healthy and low calories. I am not young anymore. In 2017, I went on a trip with my dad and stayed in a Ryokan. Unfortunately, the place closed after the COVID-19 pandemic. The food was amazing. Organic tofu was delicious. Dinner Breakfast Ryokan (旅館) is a traditional Japanese… Read more
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What’s a secret skill or ability you have or wish you had?
If I shared my ability here, it would not be a secret. I have absolute pitch. It is also known as perfect pitch. Absolute pitch is the ability to name a musical note after hearing music. According to some data, approximately 1 in 10,000 people have it. I tell you. If you have music training… Read more
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What activities do you lose yourself in?
My current hobby is making accessories. When I was in Japan, I volunteered a few days a week. I played the keyboard (instrument) at a nursing home and sang songs with residents. I also taught Japanese to foreign kids and played with them. In Florida, I volunteered at a Japanese museum and organization. I participated… Read more
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Which animal would you compare yourself to and why? (2026)
I answered this question twice. I will answer again next year. Which animal would you compare yourself to and why? (2025) Humans are… (2024) This time, I want to compare myself to a boar. Because it’s my zodiac animal. Japan’s zodiac originally came from China. In China, it’s a pig, not a boar. I don’t… Read more
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You’re writing your autobiography. What’s your opening sentence?
The opening sentence: I am happy to write about myself. I was born and grew up in a traditional Japanese family… The book title: My Life as a Daughter, Wife, and Mother Well, this title is already taken. I am blogging. And I often write about myself. A long time ago, I introduced a Japanese… Read more
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What is your middle name? Does it carry any special meaning/significance?
I don’t have a middle name. Japanese people usually don’t have middle names. I chose my kids’ names. They all end with -IAN. The reason is that it is easy to pronounce for both Japanese speakers (me) and Spanish speakers (my husband). My eldest daughter is VIVIAN. I think the V sound is a bit… Read more
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What bores you?
I agree with other bloggers. What bores me is when I spend time with people who repeat the same story and are not interested in others. I’m a Japanese woman. When I was single, I didn’t want to be around men (including male friends) who only bragged about themselves. They tended to be highly confident.… Read more
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What advice would you give to your teenage self?
When I was a teenager? How many years ago? 😅 When I returned to Japan in November, I talked to an old friend from middle school. We met again after a long time. She remembered the places we went and the activities we did together. I was very happy. I would say to my teenage… Read more
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Do you need a break? From what?
Hi! I am back. I had a short break for a week. I posted Japanese blogs every day. The blog title is “Life as an Exchange Student in Spain,” consisting of housing, travel, and study. LILI EN FLORIDA – (Muragon.com) I am preparing to sell KAWAII (cute) handmade products with my daughters, including jewelry. I… Read more
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The most important invention in your lifetime is…
The most important invention is glasses. I started wearing glasses at age 12. I also used contact lenses when I was younger. Lately, I often wear glasses because I can’t read small print. I considered LASIK surgery, but I have dry eyes and astigmatism. Glasses are expensive. I need special lenses that cost about $200.… Read more
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What do you complain about the most?
A few months ago, I talked to an older man (in his 60s). I asked him, “Did you get angry this week?” He said, “No, when I was young, I often got angry at work. But I am older. I accept everything.” Well, I always have a peaceful mind. Even when I was young, I… Read more
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Write about a few of your favorite family traditions.
Over 20 years ago, I left my Japanese family. But I still like Japanese tradition and culture. I think New Year’s Day is my favorite. When I used to live with my grandparents, they gave me otoshidama (お年玉) every year. Otoshidama is giving gifts of money to children. Because I was the oldest among the… Read more
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Think back on your most memorable road trip.
Every trip is memorable. I went on road trips in Japan, Europe, and America. I share two videos. Do you know where they are? I always plan a trip. Between 2000 and 2022, I booked an RV (recreational vehicle) at Cruise America. The rental rates vary based on locations, dates, and sizes. Additional fees are… Read more
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What colleges have you attended?
I thought I had answered this question, but I didn’t… Over 20 years ago, I attended a Japanese university in my hometown and earned a bachelor’s degree in Spanish. After graduation, I worked as an office worker, and then I moved to Florida. I studied English for one year and transferred to Florida International University.… Read more
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Share what you know about the year you were born.
Last time, I didn’t write what year I was born. 1980s… I was born in 1983. This year, Tokyo Disneyland opened. The other major event was that Chuck Hull invented the 3D printer. The next year, he applied for a patent. I have a 3D printer at home. A few years ago, I bought a… Read more
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Tell us about your first day at something — school, work, as a parent, etc.
Before my third birthday, I took the entrance exam for a national kindergarten. The entrance exam was competitive. The school was affiliated with a good university. In middle school, I had many classmates I had known since kindergarten and elementary school. In elementary school, I was introverted. I liked reading books and writing in my… Read more
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What is your favorite place to go in your city?
I am in my hometown. My favorite place is Osu. I went with my friend in June and last Saturday. A long time ago, my dad used to work for a politician. The politician’s campaign office was near the shopping district. So I am familiar with this area. Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr Read more
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What are your favorite websites?
What are your favorite websites? I want to update some… History Facts: I receive new articles every day. I can learn American history and culture from each article. Muragon: It is a popular Japanese blogging platform. I have posted Japanese blogs every few days. Investopedia: I read Yahoo Finance or Investopedia articles. I used to… Read more
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What have you been putting off doing? Why?
I think I have been putting off almost everything. I am lazy. But I’m Japanese, so I am punctual. That’s why I have never submitted assignments late. In Japan, I arrived 10 to 15 minutes early for meetings. But now, I am usually on time, or at most 5 minutes late. When I’m late, I… Read more
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What makes a good neighbor?
My husband and I are an interracial couple. When we visited a small town with kids, my husband and second daughter stopped at a gas station to buy juice. I waited for 15 minutes, but they didn’t come back. I was worried and moved the car near the store. Then, I saw my husband and… Read more
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What’s something you would attempt if you were guaranteed not to fail.
I don’t understand this question well. Because if I were guaranteed not to fail, I wouldn’t attempt anything. I would just do it. I don’t know if I will succeed or fail, so I would attempt or challenge it. According to the English dictionary, “attempt” means trying to do something difficult, and “do” means performing… Read more
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What’s a topic or issue about which you’ve changed your mind?
Generation Gap and Technology Two weeks ago, I read this blog. → Why Gen Z Redefines Success Amid Economic Challenges – Generation X Blogspot There are roughly six generations. Traditionalists: born 1925 to 1945 Baby Boomers: born 1946 to 1964 Generation X: born 1965 to 1980 Generation Y (Millennials): born 1981 to 1994/6 Generation Z: born… Read more
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What skill would you like to learn?
Last year I answered this question. I wanted to learn scuba diving, programming, and chess. Instead of me, my daughters attend programming classes and play chess. Now I want to improve my writing skills and finish a short story in Japanese. I realized that writing in proper Japanese is difficult. I also forgot how to… Read more
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What’s your all-time favorite album?
I am a music lover. I still have some CDs. Probably young people don’t know what CDs are…😅 Los Del Rio: In 1962, the dance duo formed in Spain. “Macarena” is one of their popular songs. Enya: She is an Irish singer. Her voice is beautiful. Gloria Estefan: She is a Cuban American singer. She released… Read more
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How often do you walk or run?
I don’t often walk and run. I don’t like exercise, so I manage my weight with healthy eating. My daily goal is to walk 3000 steps. I know I should walk more. When I return to Japan, I walk over 7,000 steps every day. Whether driving a car makes a big difference. I am just lazy.… Read more
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What are you doing this evening?
Today is my father-in-law’s birthday. We are celebrating his birthday. My mother-in-law’s birthday was last month. They met at 14 and married at 21. They both studied computer science at university, but she had better GPAs. After graduate school, he continued to study, and she found a job. In the 1970s, a woman engineer was… Read more
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Are you holding a grudge? About?
There was a school reunion. I didn’t attend, but my friend did. My friend told me that another classmate wants to see me. I remember her well because we used to hang out. Some of you already know about my past. I don’t hold a grudge about the past. Well, I don’t know what he… Read more
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What brings a tear of joy to your eye? In 2025…
I usually don’t cry. I don’t show my emotions. Of course, I feel happy or sad inside. I feel joy and fulfillment watching my kids grow up. They changed my life. My first labor was incredibly painful, so I cried. But I forgot all about the pain when I saw my oldest daughter’s face. Now… Read more
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What daily habit do you do that improves your quality of life?
At least once a day, I say “thank you.” Saying thank you is difficult for some people. I know. I used to be an egoistic person. Getting older, I feel more appreciative of others. I think appreciation is not only for people but also for things. 一日一回は、「ありがとう」と言うようにしている。「ありがとう」って言うのが難しい人もいる。私も昔は自己中心的な人間だったから分かるけど。年を重ねるにつれて、他人に対して感謝の気持ちを持つようになった。感謝は人に対してだけでなく、物に対しても。 Photo by Pinterest @liliflorida on Tumblr Read more
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What was the last thing you searched for online? Why were you looking for it?
I searched for flight tickets. Early booking is 20-30% cheaper than usual. I compared prices and got a good deal last week. My dad has been sick. I am going to see him more often. The autumn in Japan is beautiful. Photo by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr Read more
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What’s your favorite time of day?
I don’t have my favorite time of day, but I like waking up after a good sleep. If you have insomnia, you may understand that feeling. My mental health is fine. It’s just that sometimes I can’t sleep. To treat insomnia without medication, Consistent with a bedtime and wakeup schedule Meditation Regular physical activity Listen… Read more
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What is the most important thing to carry with you all the time?
I have had a habit of praying for my ancestors. If there were no ancestors, I would not be here today. I used to carry a Japanese amulet called omamori. I am a Buddhist. I believed that carrying an amulet would bring me good luck. But I learned that good luck does not come without… Read more
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Describe your life in an alternate universe.
I am a realist, but sometimes I wonder how my life would have been different if I were a man. I was born and raised in a traditional family. Tradition is not always a bad thing. But I don’t like patriarchy. My grandpa was always the leader, but he favored me over other male grandchildren.… Read more
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Was today typical?
Yes! I don’t post blogs on WordPress every day, but I write something. I post Japanese blogs on Muragon and write Japanese articles about my travel experience as well. うん、ごく普通！毎日ワードプレスにブログを投稿していませんが、何かしら書いています。ムラゴンに投稿したり、旅行系の記事を書いたり。日本語のブログには、もっとプライベートなことも書いたり。↓ LILI EN FLORIDA – Muragon These (NASA, Florida Beaches, and RV trip) articles are available. 下のリンクが、今公開中の記事です。良かったらご覧ください。↓ 子連れでいく人気観光スポット！ケネディ宇宙センター【体験レポート】 | MamaTripp フロリダ州の子連れにおすすなビーチ10選！在住者がこっそり教える穴場ビーチも | MamaTripp 【子連れ体験記】アメリカをキャンピングカーで旅してみた！ | MamaTripp… Read more
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How would you describe yourself to someone?
When I was young, I always pretended to be a good daughter. But now I am being true to myself. I grew up in a conservative family. If I hadn’t come abroad, what would I have done? I would have married a Japanese man and become an English teacher. But I didn’t choose that way… Read more
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What are your future travel plans?
I plan to return to Japan around November. I want to travel with my dad to the Tohoku (Northeast) region. I have always loved to travel. I have traveled together with someone, and I have also traveled alone. When I was studying in Spain, I traveled to Madrid with a Taiwanese friend. We were going… Read more
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What’s your favorite game (card, board, video, etc.)? Why?
My favorite games are Tekken (鉄拳) and Initial (頭文字) D. Tekken is a fighting game released by Namco Bandai Entertainment in 1994. My favorite character is Nina Williams. I used to play it and often cleared all the levels. Initial D is a racing game. In Asia, it became very popular in the early 2000s.… Read more
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If you could host a dinner and anyone you invite was sure to come, who would you invite?
I would invite Anthony Bourdain, but it will never happen. He passed away in 2018. He was an American celebrity chef and author. I liked his travel documentary and watched all the episodes. He was a foodie and tried different cuisines while traveling. Even today, many people have talked about him. I think he was… Read more
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What time do you go to bed and wake up currently?
The time difference between Florida and Japan is 13 hours. I returned to Florida last week, so I am sleepy in the daytime now. I want to know how international flight pilots and flight attendants overcome jet lag. I am a night person. According to recent studies, sleeping 7 to 9 hours a night is… Read more
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What’s your definition of romantic?
I answered this question last year. What’s your definition of romantic? Oh… My first language is Japanese. In Japanese, romantic (ロマンチック, a word borrowed from English) means the feeling of love. I once had a conversation with a Peruvian about cultural differences. Most Japanese people think that hugging and kissing are only for couples. Of course,… Read more
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What’s the most delicious thing you’ve ever eaten?
A few days ago, I went to an Italian restaurant in Japan. My favorite is ミラノ風ドリア Milano Fuu Doria (Milanese-style rice gratin). It is still cheap (300 yen = US$2.10) today. The taste hasn’t changed, and the price is almost the same as 20 years ago. → Saizeriya サイゼリヤ I used to eat once a… Read more
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Write about your first crush.
I don’t remember my first crush. Instead, I want to write about my first date. I think I wrote about my high school life before. One day, a friend of mine introduced him to me. He was a student at another high school when I first met him. He dropped out after he had trouble… Read more
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What’s your favorite thing about yourself?
I’m pretty stubborn, but I achieve my goals. I have been doing so until now. I don’t have much of a feminine side, but I am a kind person. I am a peaceful person. I tend to win in verbal fights. Last week, I received a scam phone call. In Japan, many people have become… Read more
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What’s the oldest thing you own that you still use daily?
I haven’t used them every day…I think I have more. Kero Kero Keroppi & Japanese comics (30-40 years old) Japanese books (at least 40-50 years old) What book could you read over and over again? Washi (Japanese) paper dolls (50 to 70 years old) My grandparents passed away a long time ago. My grandpa used… Read more
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What quality do you value most in a friend?
I agree with other bloggers. Everyone has good times and bad times in life. True friends will always be there for you. I have two friends (female and male) that I have known since elementary school. Last week, I had dinner with them. We talked about our elementary school days. My female friend always took… Read more
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What jobs have you had?
I have had different jobs. My first job was at McDonald’s in Japan. When customers asked me, “Smile, please,” I showed my best smile to them. During winter break, I worked part-time at a post office. When I was a college student, I worked as a lifeguard, tutor, exam proctor, office administrator, and so on.… Read more
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What is your career plan?
I wrote about my future plans before. I am interested in the real estate business, particularly rental and Airbnb. My father-in-law is doing it right now. You might know about the American subprime mortgage crisis between 2007 and 2010. He bought a second house for his parents-in-law in 2011. The price was $87,000. After his… Read more
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What was the last live performance you saw? Diego El Cigala🎤
Do you know Diego El Cigala? He is a very famous flamenco singer. He was born into a Romani (Gypsy) family in Spain and started singing at a young age. His voice is amazing. He has often collaborated with other musicians. I like the collaboration with Cuban band Buena Vista Social Club. I think the… Read more
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What are your favorite brands and why?
I am a minimalist. What brands do you associate with? 🤔 – LILI EN FLORIDA Yesterday, I planned to go to an event with my family. But it was canceled due to a thunderstorm. Instead, we went to the shopping mall. I found my favorite racing game in the amusement arcade (game center). I competed… Read more
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What gives you direction in life?
Hi, I am back. Thank you for your comments and likes. 🙏 For the last two weeks, I have been very busy. Soon I will return to my hometown. What gives you direction in life? I trust myself. I always have my goals and try something without hesitation. I am not a religious person, but… Read more
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Write about a time when you didn’t take action but wish you had. What would you do differently?
I am a cat lover. I currently have 4 cats in the house and 4 cats in the backyard. In 2018, I lost a male cat. His name was Miso. When he was around 8 years old, he looked sick. I wanted to take him to a vet as soon as possible. But I was… Read more
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What’s the most fun way to exercise?
I don’t like exercising… To maintain a healthy weight, I have managed calorie intake. I have been a pesco-vegetarian for over 10 years. The history of Japanese cuisine is interesting. Once upon a time, Japanese people were hunters. In the Yayoi period (300 BC to 300 AD), they cultivated rice and developed basic food preservation… Read more
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If you could be a character from a book or film, who would you be? Why?
Just my imagination… I wish I could be one of Charlie’s Angels characters. The original television series was released in the 1970s. The movie based on the original series was released in 2000. Starring Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore, and Lucy Liu as three women working in a private detective agency. Max Guevara (X5-452) of Dark… Read more
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What book could you read over and over again?
I like reading books. But I don’t like reading the same book over and over again. I have already written about my favorite books, so I want to share my favorite Japanese comics. Rich Dad Poor Dad ・The Secret・Como Agua Para Chocolate – LILI EN FLORIDA I used to be a manga fan, and I… Read more
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What is your favorite type of weather? 🌞🌸
I like sunny days, but I don’t like summer. Does anyone dislike air conditioning? I avoid using it because my skin becomes dry. I live in a tropical climate. So, I like March and April. Sometimes I miss cherry blossoms. 🌸😅 ↑ My Japanese friend sent this photo last year. Four Seasons 春🌸夏🏖️秋🎑冬⛄ – LILI… Read more
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What’s a secret skill or ability you have or wish you had?
“I can’t tell you…because it is a secret.” Someone answered like that. Exactly! 💯😆 I wish I had precognition. But if everything were predictable, life would not be fun. How about excellent math skills? Yes, I want … A few days ago, I read a Japanese blog. The blogger explained how to solve this math… Read more
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What was the best compliment you’ve received?
I don’t know what the best compliment is, but I have experienced happy moments. For example, when my kids and bloggers say to me, “You are the best mom.” The other moment is when I was a teacher trainee. Over 20 years ago, I practiced teaching at high school. I made teaching plans, taught in… Read more
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What strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings?
I am an open-minded person, so I usually don’t have negative feelings. For example, if someone disagrees with my opinion, I ask first why. I have been in the U.S. for a long time, so I say “no” to someone’s opinion as well. When I feel sad, like losing something, I stay with my cats.… Read more
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Which animal would you compare yourself to and why?
I answered this question last year. Humans are… – LILI EN FLORIDA If I choose another animal, a sloth. It is my favorite animal. Other bloggers answered so as well. I am a lazy person. But when I am working or assigned to do something, I become active. Sloths are usually slow, but when they… Read more