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Crown of Thorns

ゼラ — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 17:36:05 +0000

Crown of Thorns

Lyrics Update

ゼラ — Mon, 25 May 2009 14:15:45 +0000

Updated:

let go

孤独を知って　あなたを知った
明日はきっと輝くだろう
だから私は揺れることない
道を歩いてく

By knowing loneliness, I knew you
Tomorrow will surely shine
That’s why I won’t waver
As I walk my path

- from 孤独の向こう by Ayaka Hirahara

Thought of the year

Beni — Tue, 12 May 2009 14:02:32 +0000

A true friend walks in when others walk out.
Sayonara.

Sakura Matsuri–Japanese Street Festival

Beni — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 00:23:36 +0000

For those of you who have known me even for a little while, you know what this is about. I am definitely marking this on my mental calendar. Be there. My only wish is that the organizers would add something different to the mix this time, besides the unsolicited beat boxing and unexpected (and queer) remarks that the announcers at the J-POP booth unwarily entertained us with last year LOL. Where was Sailor Moon last year?

I hope to get another piece of calligraphy to add to my small collection that I have been building since I first attended the Matsuri a few years ago.

Do not forget about Todai Restaurant afterwards.

For more information about the Matsuri, click here.

The 43rd Annual Smithsonian Kite Festival

Beni — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 00:08:43 +0000

I was considering to attend this kite festival in Washington, D.C., because I would like to see a vast multitude of various kites soaring all at once in the sky–or maybe that is just my imagination. This occurs on Saturday, March 28, 2009, the week prior to the annual National Cherry Blossom Parade and Sakura Matsuri.

Contact me if anyone is interested.

Here is a description offered by the Official National Cherry Blossom Festival website:

Associates for the 43rd Annual Kite Festival! This year’s theme explores how being ‘green’ and utilizing natural resources can be a fun, creative, and fulfilling experience. What better way to celebrate wind power and our environment than by coloring the sky with kites fashioned from renewable resources? The festival will again feature hands-on activities led by representatives from kite organizations. Spectators can learn about kite flying, participate in kite-making activities, learn about the history of kites, watch ‘green’ kite demonstrations and much more. As usual, the festival features three competitions. For those who build their own kites, you are invited to enter the handmade kite competition. Teams may also enter into two additional heart-stopping events- the sixth annual Smithsonian Hot Tricks competition, and the always popular Rokkaku kite battle will be both held at the end of the day. Watch kite flyers strut their stuff on the field dazzling the crowd with trick kite moves and thrilling competition.

Click here for more information about the Kite Festival.

Get Your Bubble Tea Here

Beni — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 03:00:49 +0000

Yes, folks, I have made a recent discovery worthy of a new Public Service Announcement.

The Tokyo Shogun Japanese cuisine shop at the Chesterfield Towne Center Food Court serves bubble tea. Finally, a place near home that serves bubble tea. Of course, the shop offers several fruity flavors, including pineapple, mango, strawberry, and honey dew. I have not tasted all the available flavors YET, but I highly recommend the Honey Dew flavor. That old Japanese dude sure makes some mean bubble tea. Be sure to check it out (while it lasts).

I wonder if I can request for extra tapioca balls next time. Hmmmm . . .

Kanon – Asu e no Kodou

ゼラ — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 18:55:43 +0000

i finally got the lyrics properly translated for the song i mentioned earlier (which you probably forgot about since it was months ago)! it’s written by a Japanese artist, カノン (Kanon), who is actually a Christian – a RARE find in Japan. Kanon specializes in the classical crossover genre, so if you like someone such as Sarah Brightman (like me), you’ll absolutely love her! she’s also released covers for traditional hymns and written a few Christian songs herself. if you’re interested in her works, feel free to let me know.

i wanted to share this song because its message and music is incredibly inspirational, and i thought it befitting for the new year, 2009. it reminds me to keep my eyes on what’s important in life – CHRIST – to take my eyes off of this temporary world, to live in the present for the purpose of a brighter future (if that makes any sense). oftentimes, life’s obstacles can be very disheartening, but Christ reminds us that His love is MORE THAN ENOUGH to get us through ANYTHING. in our weakness, He makes us strong…

明日への鼓動 (Asu e no Kodou / Tomorrow’s Heartbeat)

Artist: カノン (Kanon)
Original Language: Japanese
Translation: Grace Anderson

In this world
In which thousands of miracles await
A story all your own
Is about to begin
I fight with myself
Victorious over yesterday

I make a promise for tomorrow
This overflowing passion
Sends ripples through the water
I’m living now

The power to believe
Will make you strong
You can make it through anything
Spread the wings of hope
And reach out your hand

Thousands of thoughts pile up
When I turn and look back
On this road I’ve run down
You were always there with me
Saying, “You’re not alone”
As you hugged my shoulders

Your profile
Is etched in my heart
“There’s more to life than winning”
Feel the moment

The power to believe
Will make you strong
You can make it through any night
Spread the wings of hope
Come on, reach out your hand

I can hear your heartbeat
You can be more than you are now

The power to believe
Will make you strong
You can make it through anything
Spread the wings of hope
Now reach out your hand

Gallery Updates

ゼラ — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 18:16:12 +0000

New:

2008 » Christmas
2008 » Thanksgiving

Updated:

2008 » Random

i believe that we have more pics from the Christmas service, so i’ll have them up later. HAPPY NEW YEAR, everyone!!!

Forever With You (Christian Ver.) (Rehearsal)

ゼラ — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 02:21:46 +0000

Forever With You (Christian Ver.) (Rehearsal)
Performance by Ben, Marany, Cin, & Allan
(left to right)
[Recorded 08.31.08]

this one’s for our…um…neglected friend. lol
don’t forget to wish Beni “Happy 29th Birthday!”

Gallery Updates

ゼラ — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 01:31:54 +0000

New:

2008 » Youth Sunday Premiere
2008 » Nazarene Centennial

Updated:

2008 » Random