Actually this is in celebration of a number of events, not the least of which is that I finally got a micro SD card for my cellphone so I can now transfer pictures from my phone to my computer (that particular bit of Japanese software doesn't like my computer) so these are all taken on my phone. Explanations are with those photos that need them (which is most).
These shots are of a rather lovely sunset from my balcony. Looking over the rice fields. It makes my happy :)
This is the corner of my living room where I usually sleep. Or, at least, where the top of my futon points when it's out. That is officially the biggest mirror in my house leaning against my TV stand. The little closet is where all of my clothes live when they're properly put away. Oh, and you can see my happy little bamboo! I pruned him by about three feet when I got here because he was about to fall over.
I took this one last Monday when Brendan and I went to Gifu-city on an adventure. This is one of a pair of excessively shiny buildings there.
Now onto the sad passing of a good friend (if the photos are loading slowly I am talking about a thing, not a person):
This is the screen of my poor, poor camera after it took some unknown hit during last Saturday's sports day. It actually still works but the screen is most definitely gone for good. And with a digital camera that means that the camera is a lot harder to use.
An interlude of silly me since I almost never put pictures of myself up. I am getting my protein in though. (I'll just apologize for that pun right away.)
And the the following good news:
I was actually planning to buy a new camera at some point while here this was just a little earlier than planned... But luckily all the new models are coming out right now so I stuck with a brand I trust and went for it. I also beat down my greedy thoughts that wanted the bigger, shiney, super-cameras because this one is much more portable, cheaper, and more suitable for what I use cameras for. Usually involving running around and being active and I would no doubt drop a bigger camera or otherwise hurt it accidentally. Plus this one will fit safely under an umbrella if I'm taking rainy-day photos. This one is a Canon IXY 8.0 mega pixel with a 3.8x zoom and a rechargeable, built-in lithium-ion battery. I love Canon. Not only do they make their products with optional Japanese or English menus but the CD installed the English software on my computer automatically.
But, I can only assume it was my own stupidity and pride that lead to this and I have made a promise to my new camera to always keep it in it's case when not in use. I'm sorry mom and dad, I only seem to learn lessons the hard way even when I'm told better and I know better.
I will upload proper camera photos later.
5 comments:
Hay PUP :)
The sunsets remind me of Inuvik - but they probably don't last as long.
Your new camera looks AWESOME - and very very portable - as well as lots better than your old one. You realize we all expect LOTS more pictures now. Thanks, Dad
PS, I'll have to post pictures of my bamboo fountain in my office (its bigger)
lol You know what I agree with whoever the Ken guy is. MUCH MUCH more photos now that you have your new little camera :P 0 Tiffany
Many photos! And your camera looks so wee! It's teeny-tiny. Miss you lots here.
I have the IXY 800.. the model before that one. It's an awesome little camera ^^ good choice :D
Dad: Yeah, they're a bit short. It's kind of nice to be somewhere with an awesome sunset though!
It is pretty great, it's passed all its tests so far. I will be taking lots more pictures now, too, since this none is more portable!
(yes, post pictures! Facebook takes photos, too!)
Tiffany: That's my dad XD As soon as I get my internets to work, I will!
Rachel: It is tiny. I actually can't quite get used to just how small it is. But it's nice.
Brendan: Oh really? I thought the other one looked a little familiar. It does seem to be quite good, though. I like this series :D
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