There are taller trees, I know but I like this one! Just a few days ago, I noticed its pretty pink blossoms (though you can't really see from this photo). It's quite comforting to the body and mind, as I take a deep breath, relax and exhale...before I armed our car and head up to the apartment to tend to the husband.
One day when we have our own yard...I want tall trees like this. Filled with pretty blossoms and/or delicious fruits (lychee, mangoes, DURIAN)...My first photo is the ozoni soup my husband's mom made for breakfast today. I'm told that it is a mandatory first meal offering on New Year’s Day for all, if not most Japanese families and it is supposed to bring good luck! There is no one set recipe, and the ingredients will vary and made differently by every family. The ingredients can include chicken, gobo root, kamaboko, green onion, soy sauce and mochi rice cakes. I admit I didn't like it when I tried it for the first time back in 2003 but have grown to love this healthy and delicious dish. It's not New Year's without it!!!